Ren has put humanity, humility and honesty back in music. It’s pure.
@palsgraph Жыл бұрын
No commercialism just honest raw emotions in a message worthy of a scholar.
@PeteFindsObscureStuff Жыл бұрын
@@mostpplarezombies 11M,596K views as I type this for all his videos. Not quite the 100's of 'millions' that you quote. What 'REAL' truth would you like him to speak of? I seem to be missing your point!!
@PeteFindsObscureStuff Жыл бұрын
@@mostpplarezombies that seems to make less sense than your last comment. I still appear to not be seeing your point. Please enlighten me. I'm keen to learn!
@palsgraph Жыл бұрын
@@mostpplarezombies Oh, I will view your real truth. I mean since his songs are subjective your observation is well, off a tad, but your wisdom must be through the roof, give us the truth man!
@palsgraph Жыл бұрын
@@mostpplarezombies Meth right? Or perhaps Ben Wa Balls, yes, you do both don't you?
@andymcpandy2128 Жыл бұрын
Your silence at the end speaks volumes. To everyone here, whether you're struggling or not, I love you and I'm here for you.
@pamthealmighty7 ай бұрын
Your comment means so much ❤ Thank you for saying such kind words. I needed to hear this.
@drealyn1486 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for such an honest reaction. This song is so hard. You didn't need to say anything more at the end to express how you felt, it showed.
@palexander2288 Жыл бұрын
You are a big man with an equally big heart. Thank you for your raw and honest reaction. Peace to you brother
@itspickleric138 Жыл бұрын
Why do I keep watching reactions to this song, that last verse breaks me every time Ren truly making me believe & happy I failed my suicide attempt a couple years back
@jensterooniam Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing yourself with us in this space. I was expressing words of comfort and encouragement to you, as you listened to it. I think we're all left with few words, and so much to be present with inside each of us...and so much respect for what Ren has gifted the world with his honesty and vulnerability. Sending you much love. May we continue to lift one another.
@TwiStedReality1313 Жыл бұрын
Rens slowly peeling back the layers.. he's capable of reaching the very depths of the soul.
@greglecig5549 Жыл бұрын
That bit of silence said it all. Sometimes a song hits you so hard that silence is all we can do from totally breaking down. I’m sorry for your loss man❤
@heatherhobbit2931 Жыл бұрын
More than the subject matter, this is what happens after. Suicide doesn't end with their death. It ripples. Always. My best friend did this in middle school. I'm almost 50 and it's never left. It's only morphed. 😢 May this song, in true Ren fashion, continue to bring us together, to hold each other and uplift each other.
@deniseglenn4691 Жыл бұрын
I love your heart. Because you HAVE one. I cried when I watched this; right along with Ren. I’ve seen reactors respond to this heart wrenching video and absolutely no feelings whatsoever. Oh, maybe a casual, “Wow, man. That was deep”. And I think to myself, “is your heart made of freaking cement”? I am sorry that this video took you to a sad place personally. I don’t care if you have a commentary. Sometimes you just feel a song. That’s all. Much love ❤️
@richardhanney7950 Жыл бұрын
Denise, I saw one comment saying the song was boring! Can you believe that ?
@Shiroar Жыл бұрын
@@richardhanney7950what?! I am glad I am not watching reactors like that… that’s a big yikes.
@deniseglenn4691 Жыл бұрын
@@richardhanney7950 omg. They said it was boring?! Wow.
@patparker4280 Жыл бұрын
@@richardhanney7950 i suspect whoever said that needed to emotionally armour themselves. For most of us this show of vulnerability allows us to find some relief in taking that armour off for a while.
@richardhanney7950 Жыл бұрын
@@patparker4280 Id thought they were probably young, but your version makes sense. Not many of us are untouched by these events like these
@erikhorton6433 Жыл бұрын
Appreciate the raw, honest reaction...sending love. I lost my brother to suicide, never saw any warning signs either. There really doesnt need to be words after a video like that...thats why I love Ren; he says so many things that so many of us have a hard time finding words for.
@THEROLLINGROAD2010 Жыл бұрын
I lost my daughter too 4 years ago also without warning signs but will always be like yesterday. The hurt is deeper than deep, stretches beneath my soul.
@TobiiRheaStarr Жыл бұрын
So sorry to you both for your losses 😢🖤
@spooncomment33599 ай бұрын
One of my best mates... 10 metres away... I didn't hear a fking thing. You never forgive yourself ... But you learn to cope... It's been 8 years. Had a hit just over a year ago there the friend who talked me out of the same when I was younger passed away unexpectedly. (passed out and hit his head).... Oversharing now... but I don't have many close close friends... I feel kinda alone a lot of the time.... Just taking each day at a time and trying to appreciate things for the both of them.... sorry to dump on your post.. Thank you for sharing your story
@FredErickinNashville Жыл бұрын
Glad you are part of the Ren family.❤
@erichburger1935 Жыл бұрын
Wow... Your reaction was so heart felt and powerful. Hugs Bro. I think we all share your pain. This was a beautiful and somber master peice from Ren.
@salishseamermaid Жыл бұрын
Somehow, he finds ways to cut open our deepest pains and make them beautiful, even while we're sobbing.
@rexrogers1859 Жыл бұрын
I'm truly sorry for your loss, brother. What you do matters and you're loved. Thank you.
@jamiereed6080 Жыл бұрын
passing the tissues! may peace come to all who are struggling! those left behind and those who have moved on! love to you my friend may God hold you close through your journey. real healing hurts but its the only way through
@lesleyd2448 Жыл бұрын
Lots of 🤧🤧
@Shiroar Жыл бұрын
The chorus is so catchy Ren doesn’t just get people talking about suicide but singing it 😅 The ending though… Adding it really completed this song but it also made it utterly heart wrenching 😢 Beautiful art.
@paulmichael4094 Жыл бұрын
Real men show there emotions. Respect bro. Ren is next level AMAZING.
@deliciousficticious3150 Жыл бұрын
I bawled my eyes out to this. But you know what it felt good to release some of that deep stored trauma I didn't know I was holding on to. Big love to you and everyone listening ❤️
@NoraMorgan Жыл бұрын
Knowing your story, before even watching your reaction, this was really brave of you to do. Thank you.
@periurban Жыл бұрын
Your silence at the end hid a deep well of pain. There cannot be an adult human being alive who has not felt at least some of that pain. Ren is cleansing wounds with his music. I hope whatever surfaced for you is part of a healing process. Love and respect from Scotland, over an ocean away, but right next door.
@greaver5470 Жыл бұрын
Ren reminds us of our humanity, our fragility, our capacity for something way deeper than our normal-everyday sugar-coated performances reveal. The sadness is because of our ability to to love. All of us are affected, all of us are present and all of us are being reflected back to ourselves through Ren's art. I thought Hi Ren was his Magnum Opus, maybe not. Quite the talent.
@jamiereed6080 Жыл бұрын
nothing but love coming from this end!! sending a big hug! we are the casualties left in the wake of their pain so much love with nowhere to go. thank you for being real
@rolypolyreels8 ай бұрын
As someone who is chronically suicidal, I don't know how to thank you - for being brave enough to cover this immensely important song, but most of all for your vulnerability, your realness. So many people can't even say the word or flinch uncomfortably when they hear it. If we can't say the word "suicide" we can't have a conversation about it and if we can't can't have that difficult conversation, we can't put a stop to this epidemic. My hearts aches for you and your loss. Sending gratitude, peace, and love.
@Jason_xofilos Жыл бұрын
What is amazing is how vulnerable Ren was at when he wrote this and created this video plus currently releasing to it all of us. 2nd is Ren’s loss of his childhood when he lost his innocence and feeling of immortality. He reminds me of the Maestro Tuomas Holopainen who composed most of Nightwish songs, poetry in his lyrics, and music. One theme Tuomas has is Dead Boy meaning a loss of childhood. Finally, while emphasizing the pain Ren’s friend Joe was going through also showing how hurt he was by the choice his friend Joe made along with the guilt of just possibly missing getting to Joe in time to save him or even to say goodbye plus Joe’s body was never found for closure. In other words, the choices one makes affects more then oneself. Let the River run for your brother.
@mldkenny Жыл бұрын
All we can do really is to thank Ren for the raw honesty and pray it helps many to realise the hurt and give many a reason to live. Peace and Love.
@deejayturtle Жыл бұрын
Chill my guy. I think we all have a story. I had a friend that left us when he was just 24.... I myself am a 3 time survive of su1cide attempts. I now know the secret... of life. Out of all the ways your parents DNA could have combined in just the right way to make YOU. YOU won the existence lotto... now what are YOU going yo do with it. Every breath is a gift. Peace, love, and empathy to all reading this.
@GarnetJ Жыл бұрын
This one hits hard. Thank you for sharing. Losses like that cut deep into your soul 😿 I pray for peace and comfort that passes all understanding 🙏🏻 Ren only recently started talking about Joe and the events of the final days. It was actually when he talked about Joe in the Knox Hill interview that he felt inspired to add the final part to the song. It had always felt incomplete, but he was finally ready to confront the loss and regret that he felt. He blames himself for not getting to the bridge in time. But hopefully this will be a step towards healing and closure. It’s been amazing seeing the impact this song has had already. So many people opening up and connecting. But I know sometimes those wounds are too painful to open. So if you need someone to talk to, please reach out.
@Tessimistic420 Жыл бұрын
🎶🎶🎧🎶🎶 "joined at the soul with a pair of headphones"
@Rick-iz7gr Жыл бұрын
Your silence after the music, says more than any words
@tinadunbar4577 Жыл бұрын
Everyone, all reactors were struck silent last night after watching this last night, tears rolling down our faces. It's like the world was Joe's pal too. We love Ren so much, thank you Ren, spread his voice and subscribe ❤❤❤
@kevinodell8261 Жыл бұрын
Watching and listening to REN is a tough journey. Everything he does is so relatable and personal. Hits home hard. REN is special and very precious. Thank you REN., and thank you.
@matthewharvey8449 Жыл бұрын
Ren just says that we can hear, be open and deal with things, even a small part. He is a powerful, real and so talented. ‘Our inner demons v Our inner strength’
@achebwahs1111 Жыл бұрын
The hurt we feel reminds us love is real.
@lillyvanpug Жыл бұрын
This song makes it so visible how much pain is going around but also how much love and support we are capable of sharing with others 🖤 The world needs more love
@Wintrycomet757 Жыл бұрын
Ren's music is a blessing for us all, it gives us an opportunity to stand before the things that really fucking hurt. Most of the time this opportunity to face the pain comes during the worst possible moment. Everything deserves the right amount of thought so we can get through the pain and achieve balance and peace within ourselves. I hope you find your peace.
@brigittemainella6412 Жыл бұрын
For Ren and everyone who is hurting, my heart goes out to you! I wish you all gentle days ahead❤❤❤
@libby215 Жыл бұрын
I'm so sorry for your loss and thank you for being willing to put yourself out there in these reactions - it really can help to break down the taboos that keep difficult subjects hidden☮
@kevinwilson455 Жыл бұрын
What you just shown is brave, man. You kinda act like me when I get emotional... no hysterics, no drama, but an underlying pain visible none the less. You know if you break then the floodgates are open, and so you fight back the tears. Takes strength to do that.
@UFO乂KHAOS Жыл бұрын
I commend you for giving an unfiltered/unedited TRUE reaction my brother
@tiredmdntblggr Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this reaction. I've been so lucky in some ways, nobody I have known has committed suicide. But I have several brave friends who have had to deal with that grief. I wish I knew how to comfort those who have suffered this great loss. Hug your loved ones close. You never know what is going on. So many want to tear down in this world of hate and pain. I hope, for what it is worth, the love of this community lifts you up on this painful day.
@jamestorrance4664 Жыл бұрын
God bless you and your family for your loss. REN certainly brings so much feelings front and forward 💔💔
@choulth Жыл бұрын
The last 3 Minutes. All of us.
@BellumCarroll Жыл бұрын
❤️ We all suffer. Be kind to one another.
@markstewart2989 Жыл бұрын
Feel you bro. Experienced the suicide of my younger brother. Difficult healing for some. Took me 25 years to accept and make peace. Thank you for your reaction!
@andychristoph9836 Жыл бұрын
I think when we watch a reaction of this kind of song, we aren't looking for an intelligent bar break down or an analysis, but for someone to show us there humanity and feeling just like we felt. So thankyou for sharing your feeling and truthfulness with us just like Ren did. Feeling those out there who've been through it too helps us to heal. Peace and love to all those who've lost someone.
@dandymcgee Жыл бұрын
Ren's songs don't have shock value. i know because i've watched this 10 times in 10 different reaction videos and i've cried just as hard every single time. maybe ever harder than before each time. it's not surface level, it's the genuine, human experience. it doesn't hit close to home, it hits you straight in the face, the stomach, the head, the heart. Ren transferred a small part of his pain to each person who listened and watched; each person who shared this experience with us. the weight of his burden is has been split a hundred thousand ways and shared equally by us all.
@scottmoore3971 Жыл бұрын
Peace for your heart , forward never reverse!
@silentwhisp4r670 Жыл бұрын
Ren is dope. The poem was dope. And thank you for letting us share that journey with you.
@Woody-xz6no Жыл бұрын
Beautiful reaction to a beautifully put together memory song by a beautiful soul, keep up the great reactions ❤ from London 🇮🇪🇮🇪 🇺🇸🇺🇸 🏴🏴
@fricky2676 Жыл бұрын
Cry those tears mate. We will always remember. X
@toddashworth Жыл бұрын
Damn....I had the same reaction...no freaking words...
@lindseybriggs2771 Жыл бұрын
So so sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing your story too.
@mickjuul1977 Жыл бұрын
You can't stop re-thinking what could have been done differently.. And it`s not a choice.. Its just there all the time.. What if.. Great reaction.. Shit i love Ren
@dannyalderslowe3886 Жыл бұрын
Sending you shared love brother, many are sharing tears and contemplating. Always enjoy hearing you sing, like you did at the start of this Ren tune.💛🌎
@amydavies2529 Жыл бұрын
Humble reaction ❤ I think we all went there my friend ❤
@mikeburke1640 Жыл бұрын
respect
@ColoniaAgrippina2023 Жыл бұрын
Songs like that put me in a mood I don't want to be but NEED to be ... thank you Ren and thank you for your reaction ...
@ChristyDavis77 Жыл бұрын
It was intrusive to watch this. Man. No words. I’m so sorry you had to live this.
@suedryden1182 Жыл бұрын
Your silence speaks volumes brother! Love and peace to you. ❤️🙏❤️
@angiedavis3200 Жыл бұрын
Damn! This item 1st I have heard this and I'm shook. Speechless
@GibsonBriggs-nk3jw Жыл бұрын
My heart breaks for you, man. Love from afar. Thank you for sharing. That was a beautiful reaction. The pain needs to be heard and felt.
@InsomniacsRaine Жыл бұрын
For those of us that have life experiences, it takes us all back to "stuff", some stuff that we thought we had dealt with, stuff that we thought was done, but his vividness snaps us back like it was yesterday. Good reaction. My warmth is sent to you.
@emhutch25 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for having the courage to be vulnerable with us.
@bosbornefischer Жыл бұрын
Thank you for being willing to sit with this. Thank you for letting us sit with you for a little while. It's hard. All love.
@tomsawyer6324 Жыл бұрын
One friend a year ago, another 6 months ago. Never seen it coming in either one. Getting over the pain of the first was in the works and then happening again erased that progress. Now I don't question why I just remember all the things good and bad about each and watch others alot closer these days. Sorry about your brother and thanks for being real. Have a great day and better tomorrow.
@jeffuhlbestcafeso8070 Жыл бұрын
Perfect. We feel you.
@Paul-Gleave Жыл бұрын
He sure has a way of leaving people who talk for a living with no words.
@patstauntonps Жыл бұрын
Truly great reaction..your silence spoke so loudly ❤
@shinythingsproductions Жыл бұрын
this one hits hard
@martinpascual3558 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for always being so genuine with your reactions.
@MalcolmMXTaylor Жыл бұрын
Stay strong dude, it's not weakness to show your emotions like this, it's a strength and with male suicides at record highs it's songs like this and reaction videos like this, and all the comments as well that show that hiding our emotions behind that 'male wall' doesn't help and that speaking about it will help save other lives. I thought Hi Ren was emotional, but this is equally so!! Ren hits the topics other artists could never touch!!!
@sunshynff Жыл бұрын
That was very brave to leave the camera rolling as long as you did, and be vulnerable for us, don't ever be ashamed of your emotions brother, it's what makes us human, it's what connects us whether we're miles or oceans apart. I know this one was hard to edit, so if you just want to pin this, I got your back.... For everyone in the U.S., last fall the federal government finally did something halfway good, and created a national life crisis/suicide hotline. Similar to 911 for physical emergencies, the life crises/suicide hotline number is just three digits also - 988 - and you will be immediately connected to a mental health care professional, who will be able to help you, and this can be completely anonymous, you will not be put on any secret list and no one will show up at your house and take you away, simply a calm voice on the other end of the line that can relate to what you are going through. On a personal note, from a long career as a paramedic, if you have a friend in trouble who has attempted the act, or is medically in trouble for any reason, NEVER be afraid to call 911, I don't care if there's drugs, hookers, whatever, they changed the laws several years ago, and you can not be arrested or charged for anything the police see when they respond with EMS for a health emergency, and they aren't allowed to search for anything not relevant to the patients well being. They didn't seem to announce it or promote it too heavily so please pass the new number along every chance you get, again it's - 988 - if you forget it, and/or still have the old 10digit number on speed dial, IT STILL WORKS, it will automatically connect to the new life crisis/suicide center. If you have other questions or need further info, here is the website to the new hotline, take care of yourselves and take care of one n other, I see you! 988lifeline.org/
@rolokipp21138 ай бұрын
Loved you singing with him, He's not alone, you're not alone. Honestly, most beautiful reaction I've seen.
@WelbyIsYourGod Жыл бұрын
Sorry for your loss brother. I wish you all the success and fortune in the world. Keep up with your awesome channel man!
@davidwatts6401 Жыл бұрын
Sending love to you brother
@mkissin493 Жыл бұрын
It hurts. Thanks for sharing.
@blackberrystag Жыл бұрын
We're here with you, brother. This is such an important conversation to share, with the silences being just as important as the words exchanged. May your lost loved one be at peace.
@ellesnd4579 Жыл бұрын
First time finding your reactions. I love the insight you have and the respect you give to the art and artist. I'm so sorry for your loss ❤
@tattoodude8946 Жыл бұрын
Ren is making it ok to feel and be human again. Time for us to unite and push back against the forces that tell us to bury these thoughts and feelings (heck - can't even put the word in the video -instead it's all "su!cide" or su*cide" - c'mon). Empathy needs a rebirth and Ren along with other artists are showing us the way. Lead on, Ren, lead on!
@tylerhackner9731 Жыл бұрын
Love this one
@laiky4373 Жыл бұрын
I keep coming back here for this. I've listened to this song 6 times, and 6 times i've cried. I think the fact that you're clearly in so much pain too makes me not feel quite so alone in this grief that nobody wants to go near. But when you're in it, you can't escape. I'm right there with you, friend. I'm with you on this.
@glennhansen6794 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful and honest reaction bro.
@MySnottyattaC Жыл бұрын
I'm so sorry for your loss of your best friend, your little brother. Sending you lots of love. Saludos desde Valencia España ✌️
@woobarooАй бұрын
Best reaction. Just let us all feel it with you. No words needed.
@tracyrodgers5179Ай бұрын
I wish I had seen this reaction when the song came out. Hope you see this comment. That was the best reaction I’ve seen to this song. Given what you have experienced in your own life, it was extremely brave of you to not only watch this but to post your reaction. Like Ren, reactions like this save lives. Thank you so much for being you. I’ve watched a lot of your ren reactions and I’m glad I found this one. Much love to you.
@RiddlersLabyrinth Жыл бұрын
Take care of yourself, sharing your humanity is a blessing, for us all. It also helps normalise talking about a very difficult subject and makes it easier for others to reach out.
@Moctipotili1 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for reacting to this and sharing in the feels. Much love
@stuarthannay3370 Жыл бұрын
Much love to you Sir, this is heavy stuff and your reaction was beautifully raw and honest. X
@xdaniedx Жыл бұрын
We never met but I love you my brother. And anyone else that reads this I love you too. We've all been blessed and cursed with fellings and emotions and we're all trying to figure out what this existence we were involuntarily thrown into really means. A bunch of imperfect beings on a spinning ball of mud circling a star as we hurdle through space. Be kind to one another and most importantly be kind to yourself.
@jeffmartin_UK Жыл бұрын
I would just like to echo those who have posted before me and thank you for a genuinely emotional and honest reaction. Thanks.
@mattnorris4891 Жыл бұрын
I watched this reaction on a whim,... But you pulled thoughts deeper than I could have remembered. God Bless my Brother! I love you.
@xchakeix Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this reaction. This is such a heavy song and each reaction I watch is just as hard, but also cathartic as Ren has invited us to share our pain with each other like he shares his with us. These topics need to be shared and talked about and he allows us a safe space to do so.
@BorderlineWarriorPrincess Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your reaction , i can see how much pain you felt and i hope you are able to heal through this. Music is therapy but it sure does hurt sometimes
@tvadakia Жыл бұрын
This gets nearly everyone, brother. Thank you for sharing yourself with this reaction. I’m 50 years old and it got me too. Love to you. We’re all human.
@KamilDziadkiewicz Жыл бұрын
thank you for being so open - please take care of yourself!
@Lou-xq9br Жыл бұрын
#Ren he's a beautiful soul, this one has had me bawling my eyes out ❣️
@mychannelisactuallythisism7806 Жыл бұрын
It's OK to Let it out. From a man to another man it shows more of a Real man showing his authentic way he feels Yes there is a time And a place.. brother What you Is mentioned at the Start your channel your friends the people are here to see you. You know the song is deep bro the history of a different level though. I feel lost. And i'm falling through The crush unlovable Hopeless confused and don't have any clue what I'm gonna do in the future. I'm 49 years old I spent 27 years. Of my life just doing drugs Being mad at a girl and hitting everybody until i've only went to a doctor I got the help I needed to get off the Drugs. Five years Is sober from pain pills. Before that it was twenty years of hard meth use..divorce, It's wild however Everyone of us has a story One man's sorrow is no greater than the other. I'm afraid I'm Gonna die alone. But that makes Music and Lisa should be sold up here on the Internet. Whatever i'm gone. But you need to let it out f****** let it out and Who cares what people think if we're here we're friend and as your friend? I'm patting you The back. I'm sorry for your loss
@AlienNationLiveEvents Жыл бұрын
Love your reactions. Your passion for music shines bright. And always an informed, honest and heartfelt view. Thank you for what I've had the pleasure to watch so far and in advance for what follows.
@yilomina2047 Жыл бұрын
I think one of the most important things I've been reminded of with this song is how much EVERYONE has been impacted by loss. It's so universal. We need to remember that we all hurt. Great reaction, thank you for sharing some of yourself with this.
@angiesylas91268 ай бұрын
Thank you for your personal bravery to react to a song/artist/topic that is so personal for you. I am so sorry for your loss. Thank you for still posting your reaction, with all the heaviness you felt. It really speaks to me.