Ren - Sick Boi (Gospel Musician Reaction)

[@firstbornunicorn1545]

just a tidbit, Lyme disease is an autoimmune disease and the Lyme disease is what caused his brain damage as well. It's all connected. He was bedridden for close to a decade. Enjoyed the reaction!

[@jonathanshoop8554]

Just hope someone directs him to the book a Dr wrote about using antimicrobial plants to treat it

[@TrevandErin]

Ahh okay. That's crazy. He's overcame a lot

[@barrybadger]

Oh do calm down. 1. It was 5 years 2 Lyme disease is a vector born bacterial infection. Back to school for you, you daft sycophant.

[@jonathanshoop8554]

@@barrybadger it's microbial actually

[@personthe-person7653]

It's caused by bacteria, but if left untreated, like with Ren, it can permanently damage your immune system.

[@JensRandolff]

A little background on Ren that I gathered from the internet. Ren pursued a career in music from an early age. In 2009, while studying music performance at Bath Spa University, he began to experience health issues and was struggling to attend his lectures. In 2010, he was signed by Sony Records and was working on an album when his health deteriorated to the point where he was unable to continue. His illness often kept him in bed for up to 23 hours a day. Ren was initially diagnosed with depression, bipolar disorder, and chronic fatigue syndrome. It would take seven years before he was finally correctly diagnosed with autoimmunity, Lyme disease, and resulting brain damage. Ren eventually underwent stem cell therapy in the United States, which improved his health, but it has not been a cure. He is currently in Canada for more treatments.

[@TrevandErin]

Crazy. People with the biggest hardships have the biggest stories! I hope he gets healthy and continue to make some fire 🔥 music. We need him

[@PeteFindsObscureStuff]

@5:09, "We need this man". Amen to that brother! Another great reaction fella. Watch Ren X Chinchilla 'Chalk Outlines' (Live). Also Money Game pt 1 & 2.

[@TrevandErin]

I will!

[@liamwild666]

Mate, go down the wormhole and check out the back catalogue. Busking, rap, soul, metal and all the rest. To see a @ fun@ Ren check out "what you want" it's CLASS!

[@TrevandErin]

I will! I have a lot of Ren planned for next week

[@fourcornersofbrighton]

I am 52 now and remember in the early 80's how the record industry kinda came in, took over and really started steering artists in certain directions. I can't say how happy I am to see a time where good independent artists are able to make their art in the way that they had envisioned it in their heads. They are able to explore different avenues in their music, control how they present themselves and songs that are awesome but long no longer get butchered to suite the industry's tastes.

[@chakralinfusion4671]

The last year has been incredible for independent artists, my top 3 artists of the last year are all independent. We're bordering on a musical revolution I think

[@TrevandErin]

The internet low-key is gonna save music 😂 it allows indie artists to share and market their music without jumping though hoops

[@chakralinfusion4671]

@@TrevandErin credit where credits due, reacts channels like you are pitching in massively, putting independent artists on platforms and in conversations alongside bigger mainstream names like NF etc

[@kellenfurbayern2915]

Fire reaction, bruh. U get 5 bruh ups. Feel him on this and what he's dealing with. Love how he switches the message up at the end and talks about how the world is sick and all the problems.

[@TrevandErin]

5 bruhs up!

[@darcieturner5423]

Thank you sir xo

[@TrevandErin]

Thank you for watching!

[@pauldurrant8907]

Great reaction to Ren again!! Check out Tale of jenny and screech full version!!

[@TrevandErin]

I will! Thank you!

[@kimzwolinski9919]

I think the song Chalk Outlines is really good. I watched the trilogy as well very creative. 😊 His song “What You Want “ is just a straight up fun song. One of my favorite so far.

[@bryanwinchell2485]

Thanks for the recommendation on "What You Want," Kim. I'm gonna watch that now before going to bed! And yeah, I give a strong second to "Chalk Outlines"---another side of Ren, but also facing the deep stuff and delivering the goods (plus, it's fun to hear him duet with a gal who has a wonderful pair of lungs on her!)

[@TrevandErin]

I'm definitely gonna dive into more from him. Really enjoying the creativity

[@kimzwolinski9919]

@@bryanwinchell2485 you are welcome 😊 I would love to hear if you liked it or not.

[@bryanwinchell2485]

@@kimzwolinski9919 I listened right after writing that comment and had a GREAT time with it! the funny thing is, it's not really my genre of music, but waaaay back in junior high in the late 1980s, I did love that first Beastie Boys album and this song was definitely calling up those memories. It was fun to see Ren having fun! And the way they shot the video---very cool. He seems to also be skillful at finding other excellent artists to collaborate with which is something, as a Gen Xer, I think the Millenials do better at than my generation does (in general).

[@kimzwolinski9919]

@@bryanwinchell2485 😊👍

[@christygill1632]

Yes, we need all these independent artists so we can hear some true art, feel something real, and enjoy every minute of it. Ren is amazing. I just found him a couple of weeks ago. I've already told you about the trilogy, but here are some others - Money Game & Money Game 2, The Hunger, What You Want (old beastie boys type beat, more upbeat track), then he can sing too - Chalk Outlines, Crutch, How to Be Me. These are just a few I have checked out and fell in love with so far. Hope it helps. And I always love your reactions, thanks for sharing them with us! #HOG

[@TrevandErin]

I feel like if the music industry gave the artists creative control even the ones we hate would make good music. I feel like every artist has a good song in em

[@lesliebates22]

Cool glad i was up early for this one. Ren is very interesting.

[@TrevandErin]

You're right he is very interesting.

[@goomah35]

The Hunger is good too! He raps fast!

[@TrevandErin]

Yeah this one displayed a sick flow. This beat was 🔥🔥 I definitely wanna see more of his rap skill

[@madcat528]

I pray too that Ren recovers! He is a master!

[@TrevandErin]

He is!

[@bryanwinchell2485]

Trev, I really dig your reactions---for one, I'm kinda chilled out by your blue background: second, I love your self-deprecating/self-aware humor...your "bru (a?)" comment cracked me the fuck up! Glad you are enjoying Ren as much as I am...and yeah, I'vfe always been more of a rock music guy and never gave rap an earnest ear, but Ren is helping me open up to it. This tune is sick!

[@TrevandErin]

Thank you! Yeah I've always been a gospel, jazz, funk listener and just now have got into rap heavy. I'm having a great time so far.

[@8lack8erry1]

I do wish it was longer because it was so fire I needed more lol. Another great reaction ❤

[@J-Ernie]

Ren has been introducing me to some good reacters lately, keep it up! sub

[@TrevandErin]

Dude I appreciate that!

[@majbrat]

Haha, "he just rhymed 27 words," Ren can be a beast. 😊

[@achebwahs1111]

Ren holds up the mirror to face what many of us feel we can't face alone. This shit can make real change in the world, Thanks for sharing. Much love from downunder

[@TrevandErin]

Yeah we need these types of musicians that aren't afraid to share their real self and not just be a factory made pop star

[@achebwahs1111]

@@TrevandErin True indeed. So tired of being force fed a music formula that masquerades as being real and lived when it's nothing more than a parody.

[@didierblasco8116]

agreed > more independance needed

[@typofan]

He is in calgary right now for a treatment that will take a half year of his life. I hope this genius will be healthy after this.

[@TrevandErin]

Me too! He's probably gonna have some crazy music at the end of his treatments if he's to write during that time.

[@debrashrider4062]

Thank you.❤

[@chrishill7088]

Love your reactions! Very smart. I think another one you’d like is Bloodywood “Dana Dan”…..again, independent guys, first album dropped a year ago. They’re labeled as “Indy Folk Metal”…..and has rap. Sounds crazy, but I think you’ll love it, and the message. Keep up the great work!

[@TrevandErin]

Indy folk metal? My interest is peaked

[@AP-gb3eh]

Not brain damage, this is a highly intelligent talented and skilled artist. He was misdiagnosed and drugged incorrectly and lived in pain psychologically and physically. If that’s brain damage most people haven’t a prayer

[@TrevandErin]

I was just repeating what I was told

[@nine9nine9]

He has brain damage as a result of misdiagnosis and being drugged incorrectly. He's currently getting treatment for that as well in canada

[@CeliriaRose]

Old comment but yes Ren does have brain damage. It’s a side effect of his Lyme disease in part due to how long it went untreated. He does what he does in spite of that.

[@Seaglassandsandcastles]

Definitely do the trilogy! I also highly recommend “chalk outlines (live)”. “Money game part 1 and 2”. “Hunger” is my favorite rap flex that broke my brain. “Dominoes” broke my heart.

[@TrevandErin]

I will!

[@ricksurratt9034]

Bro, I love your reaction. I’ll try to be a part of the next live.

[@TrevandErin]

Thank you! Yeah I’m trying to get better as we go! I may start doing nightly streams we’ll see!

[@hannakall3311]

He is so interesting. Have watched and listened and read everything I could find (have his blog left) about him for a few days ☺️😅 love his humour and he has so much interesting things to say 🌈🌟✨💎☯️☮️🌪️🔥 Love the videos when he is busking with Sam Tompkins ❤️ He is dropping two album this year. One faster/rapping album soon and one slower/singing album later this year ❤️

[@TrevandErin]

Really? I'm gonna have to check all of them out

[@Maggsreacts82]

He has given us all a voice!!!

[@Pjasonmullins]

My Nf cousin, another good one sir, you said creative juices........ yeah when you do the trilogy you’ll get an orchard of creativity cuz!

[@TrevandErin]

An orchard of creativity 😂 I like that

[@JensRandolff]

Another great reaction. Ren's musical catalogue is quite large and diverse. I am looking forward to your reaction to the trilogy "The Tale of Jenny/Screech/Violet." It is haunting and has an unforeseen conclusion; WATCH THEM IN THE STATED ORDER, as this is the flow of the storyline or just watch “The Tale of Jenny & Screech (Full),” which includes “Violet’s Tale at the end. It is another example of Ren’s genius and a master’s class in storytelling.His performances with Sam Tompkins (“Blind Eyed,” “Earned it /Mans World / Falling,” “Walking on the Moon), Eden Nash (“Humble,” “Ocean”), Bibi (“Crutch,” “Ahiahiaoha”), Molly McKinna (“Penitence”), his former bandmate, Romain Axisa (“French Song”) are all great. Ren's performances as a member of the band "The Big Push" (which unfortunately broke up) are awesome and well worth checking out, both the busking (street performances) and their live recordings. Ren's covers of "I Shot the Sheriff," "Oh My Woman," "Wade in the Water," "An Englishman in New York," and so many others are equally impressive and really give you a sample of his vocal ability. Ren’s collaborations with Chinchilla (“Chalk Outlines,” “How to Be Me”) are beautiful and showcase his singing voice while addressing mental health. Ren's personal reflections on his struggles are threaded through many of his other songs as well; "Insomnia," "Depression," “Diazepam," “Penitence,” “Dear God,” “Heretic,” “Dominos,” his "Freckled Angels" album, just to name a few, all deserve a listen. His song "Money Game" (Part I & II) is another recommendation, although it is less of a personal song than it is an indictment of greed and the resulting injustices in this world.

[@TrevandErin]

Thank you! Can't wait to dive in

[@davideastham]

Love your reaction. Thank you.

[@TrevandErin]

Thank you for watching!

[@michaelroio5620]

Ren is amazing and good music is like old school and new school rap all in one. The trilogy is a little rough, it will make you upset and angry at the situation but you'll love the music and how he composed it. It's set up more like "HI Ren" I suggest watching Jenny's tale first then Sceech's tale, and lastly Violet's tale. I think it's the best way to go. You can trust me cause I'm an NF fan lol🖤💚

[@TrevandErin]

Thank you! I'm hyped to check it out.

[@zed4225]

Ren speaks truth about society/humanity. We all need to do better in looking out for each other, and this gift we get to inhabit, It needs nurturing and cherishing. Not r*ping.

[@TrevandErin]

I agree!

[@Youlookeddidntyou]

Great job!

[@TrevandErin]

Thank you for watching!:

[@TeresaFlowery]

He was signed to Sony but they dropped him when he became ill.

[@TrevandErin]

Ahh I see. Making the slit throat

[@michaelroio5620]

Don't know if you did these yet I'll go and check but incase you haven't yet., could you do the joker songs by Dax? Joker ," Joker Retuns, "In Gotham", and "Why So Serious"

[@TrevandErin]

He has a whole trilogy of joker songs? 😂 I'm 100% gonna check those out

[@ChampagneRayn]

Yes… your brain can absolutely get stuck in a loop after trauma. This song describes exactly what I’ve been battling for the last 25 yrs.

[@TrevandErin]

Wow. I did not know that. Idk if it means much to ya but I'm praying for you!

[@apexphaser8768]

You are absolutely my favourite reactor right now 😊 You read comments and make a real effort to understand behind the music and I am here for it ✌️🙃

[@TrevandErin]

Wow thank you so much! I try my hardest to catch everything I can. Obviously I fall short a lot of times but I'm definitely trying. I love the community side of KZbin so I try to at the very least read every single comment. Most of them I reply to

[@Shneedlewoods_]

Love your reactions, and love your dialect, from which part of the u.s. is that dialect?

[@Spunky62]

😁🙋‍♀️ Hi TREV! 😏✌️❤️🔥🔥🎶🎶😎 I almost died because of "side effects" made me LOSE MY MIND! I HATE PHARMA!🤬🤬🤬👹👹💯 Chalk Outlines feat. Chinchilla 🔥🔥🔥👍

[@TrevandErin]

Dang really? I know you have to be really careful what you take.

[@saltydroog854]

This is about his misdiagnosis. For 10 years he was physically ill, often bedridden with pain. And doctor after doctor was telling him it was all in his head. In the beginning of this song her explanation, though plausible, and perhaps even common, was her misdiagnosing him, and in turn mistreating him. He only discovered later that he had lyme disease, and his ailments were actually physical and not psychological...after years of having every psychotropic pharmaceutical on earth shoved down his throat to the point of him having actual psychosis. I'm not sure there is a better interpretation of what is wrong with our modern medicine, than Ren's music.

[@ryanclarke4482]

Great reaction. If I can suggest reacting to the trilogy in one go, breaking them up loses something in a first time viewing. 💙 Keep stepping forwards.

[@TrevandErin]

Appreciate it!

[@kaelanime7750]

Technically, he rhymed them with Satan.

[@TrevandErin]

Oh dang you're right!