Ren - The Tale Of Jenny & Screech | Vocalist From The UK Reacts

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[@TheCharlieSmithChannel]

Something I missed first time round was that the first line he raps is a nod to Warren G - Regulate

[@Clarkchapin]

Skilled catch!

[@malicepriest]

Was so dope

[@StephanieEMT16]

I caught that too and you’re the first reactor to also catch that (even if it was after). I mean this is just something insanely special so the story is first and foremost thing to concentrate on so I love rewatching it and catching everything. The thing that impresses me beyond that is the skill required to actually pulling this off to this level is incredible. I’m always impressed that even when he stops and talks on the phone, the Patrick section, and then in violet’s tale the knocking on the door and Stevie’s interaction with her, he speaks KEEPING the beat of the song going. 👌🏻

[@TheCharlieSmithChannel]

I just want to say that the comments section on my Ren reactions are quickly becoming my favourite of all. You guys rock. Thanks for all the love too, you've made my day ❤️

[@LeeannG]

That was me last January. Came for the music, stayed for the music and the community 🥰

[@sallymclachlan357]

In Jennys tale, there was 'something in the air' and 'intuition'. I think that was because of her twin being nearby.

[@jodiwest3534]

It definitely could have been. And also why she froze. And also why screech lost his mind at that minute when he maybe wouldn't have in other robberies.

[@Night_Parade]

And …. Screech was violent like his dad he’s never met, and Jenny was silent and quiet and froze like her mom Violet that she’s never met.

[@payntpot7623]

Did you mean Screech...?

[@Night_Parade]

@@payntpot7623 yep. Changed it

[@Deadmode]

Jenny was also a teenage prostitute - She'd "walked those streets 1000x before" and was wearing high-heeled shoes, at 14 years old.

[@ewanjones9032]

And Patrick wasn't home because he was with jenny who was a prostitute

[@Deadmode]

@@ewanjones9032 I think you mean to say that Patrick wasn’t home because he was sleeping with Screech’s girlfriend, not Jenny.

[@Penddraig7]

When you listen to it again it adds another level to the song because you pick up things with the benefit of hindsight, knowing details you didn’t know on first listen, for example You learn that because Jenny & Screech are twins, Jenny is therefore 14 years old, a detail unknown until the end and so you then think about the details and story of Jenny, I suspect most people will initially imagine that Jenny is an adult and maybe she is walking home from work, a walk she has done a thousand times before, she was dreaming of escaping, like adults do when they got a crappy job they don’t like, working all hours etc etc and she was wearing high heel shoes, so it paints a picture of an adult woman but when you know she is only 14 years old, that changes the whole picture. What is a 14 year old girl doing out late at night wearing high heeled shoes, she’s not old enough to work, she’s not old enough to be in clubs or bars and therefore walking home after a night on the tiles and she shouldn’t be old enough to be having thoughts and dreams about escaping. So now what picture does that paint, to me, the whole walking the streets late at night in high heeled shoes paints the picture that she is a child prostitute and she is dreaming of escaping the streets, clearly she has grown up in the system and not every child who grows up in the system ends up in a stable home with a good family and so she is probably having to fend for herself in whatever care home she is in, the carers obviously don’t care if she is allowed out late at night at 14 and wearing clothes that require the high heels to match and so she has either gone into prostitution off her own back or more likely she has been groomed into by adults who take advantage of young girls who are vulnerable and often come up through the care system and don’t have anyone who cares for them, it makes her story so much more bleak and depressing and he gives you enough information to be able to fill in the blanks and give more meat to the story, the more you think about it, the more pieces of the puzzle that is Jenny’s story that you find. What isn’t said is left for you to discover for yourself, the more you put into the song as the listener, the more you get out of it

[@robmarar]

To reinforce your conclusions you can also look at what Screech say's at Patrick's door, "I left this laid lying on the floor", As we know Jenny is the same age Screech yet he see's her as older. Could it be because of the heavy makeup combined with being dressed in a older more provocative manner, plus combined with the high heeled shoes, you've got your answer. I'll also throw in one more indicator from Ren's writing that solidifies it, Sussex Gardens area in Paddington was known as one of the capital's most notorious red light districts around 2019 when Jenny was murdered.

[@sarahholland2600]

If you're a Londoner, locating it in Paddington is a red flag as to Jennys occupation: its sex worker central.

[@sateentuoksu]

oh. And every night he tuck her tight... father was a bastard.. history repeats itself.. And the silent girl got once again raped and beaten to death by a bastard. Devil comes two times. Tragedy or Miracle - the story of that repetition ends here.. (Sorry, more coherent maybe later if needed - the puzzle pieces are just rapidly moving into their places..)

[@sarahanderson8635]

Oh man, I was so excited for your reaction to Violet's Tale and you did not disappoint! A lot of people miss the part about this being a story about the cycle of abuse. Those who do not completely understand the cycle of abuse and the cycle of poverty are the lucky ones because that means those things never touched them. They will never feel the constant fear or uncertainty. They will never be able to fully appreciate the hard work and sacrifice and tenacity it takes to break those cycles. My mother and her siblings grew up in poverty and abuse. My mother was determined to break that cycle and gave everything to achieve that goal. 3 of her siblings did not and that cycle has continued in the lives of my cousins and their children. My dad was abusive, which was devastating for my mother to learn, but she got out and took us with her. She died from cancer at age 40 so she never got to see that my siblings and I finished what she started and broke that cycle. The dark, ugly secrets in a family accumulate over generations and it can take multiple generations to find a way to heal and be better. It's so very hard but also unbelievably beautiful when you succeed. Loved your thoughts on this. Much love and happiness to you and yours ❤

[@TheCharlieSmithChannel]

Wow! You have my utter respect and admiration. I'm so happy you managed to find a way through ❤️❤️💪🏽💪🏽

[@lisavalentine8877]

I am so happy that you've broken free from this insidious cycle.

[@sateentuoksu]

❤

[@jodiwest3534]

I just want to say, that I know some people who never really broke from addiction because that was self medication from the extreme abuse they suffered but they did manage to break the cycle of physical and emotional abuse and neglect for their kids. So they weren't perfect and they beat themselves up about that but I would point out that what they achieved despite what they went through, that many cannot achieve and doom their kids to, they did. They managed despite all odds to jump the highest hurdle and that cycle is now broken, forever.

[@michellewright9478]

This is what is so magic about Ren! His true goal is to spread a new awareness about changing our ways to create a better future. Through his absolute genius of his art ( because its certainly not just music and definitely cannot be categorized) he is making that happen. He's brilliant! Im so excited to find new reactors and connect with a positive community that is coming from a place of love. The world desperately needs this and he is a perfect vessel for it. Thanks for a terrific reaction!

[@TheCharlieSmithChannel]

Totally agree with all of that, Michelle. Thank you so much for watching and welcome on board 😁

[@teardrop-in-a-fishbowl]

If we start with having respect before ourselves and more so for "The Others", we all would live a much better life in peace and prosperity. But this world is filled with so much hatred, disrespect, biases, propaganda, tribalism, egoism, greed, power hunger, divisive worldviews and parting religions, a unwill to change perspective, that we already fail Humanity. We have to overcome this ME to a WE!

[@sassyslsgrl]

I've watched a million reactions to the trilogy, this is one of my faves. I love seeing people who can see and appreciate the genius of Ren's art, and I'm definitely a fan of your content.❤

[@TheCharlieSmithChannel]

That means the world. Appreciate you coming on board for the ride ❤️

[@user-zu6ir6kj5g]

Ren wrote Violet's Tale a few years later, completing the cycle (in every sense). A piece of true genius.

[@jasonmoccaldi9336]

Think this may be my favorite reaction! You have great insight! If you remember when he rewound time in Violet's Tale, he played the guitar effect up the neck for effect. You commented on it. Later he went the other direction to do it in reverse symbolizing your going back to the present. It's something most people miss but it's yet another of his genius story telling tricks he used.

[@TheCharlieSmithChannel]

Wow I'm so honoured. Thank you. I'm glad you enjoyed the video man. Ahh I missed him coming back down the fret board. Thanks for pointing it out

[@themarge2692]

Really liked your reaction. Welcome to REN rabbit hole 🙂 There's "dead" note in each intro because each story tragically ends with somebody's death...

[@KittyInTheGarden]

Definitely. Ren's stories are nuanced. This is a tale of generational trauma told with genius and compassion. I think you might appreciate watching Sick Boi next. It's quite different, a more traditional music video with a driving beat, and interesting lyrics about Ren's personal health struggles. There is also a Sick Boi part 2, which you could put together with it. If you want something a bit more lighthearted I'd recommend the Love Music series or Power.

[@Renagade999]

Butter in her breath. Meaning like a hot knife through butter. Great reactions bro. Welcome to rens rabbit hole. Good look finding the exit lol

[@hazmania]

Chortle chortle (in a nice way)🤣

[@rebeccaburnell9319]

"Good luck finding the exit" is great lol 🤣

[@frankensteinfpv]

I Feel it'ssaying she was a cold stiff statue, but once he swung his blade, the statue melted like butter onto the floor...

[@KittyInTheGarden]

The subtitles are wrong here, it's 'turned to butter in a breath', ie. she was a statue, muscles frozen in fear, and he stabbed her and all the tension left and she collapsed on the floor. The expression, 'like a knife through butter' comes to mind. She must have died very quickly.

[@Renagade999]

@@rebeccaburnell9319 I've been in this hole for a year. Not found it myself yet. Like a never ending paradox lol

[@trubblebubble1]

That was another really insightful reaction, man. For better or worse, EVERYONE in the story is a victim and it's so rare for reactors to pick up on that. BTW,. "Hi Ren" should be your next reaction. It's been the jumping off point for most reactors and is the track that really got people's attention. After that, his work with Chinchilla (Chalk Outlines and, especially, How To Be Me) will give an even broader sense of his range. If you want to delve into his early stuff, Crutch is beautiful and heartbreaking. I mean, pick what you want, it's hard to go wrong.

[@MegsD79]

You are the first reactor I've watched that talked about Stevie in a way that was understanding of how hurt people hurt people. Great reaction. New subscriber.. Here for your Ren journey.

[@iamsquatty]

Ren just cant help but to exude and ooze talent and music. Its really incredible. Once in a generation type talent. Glad you are loving these as much as we do! 😊💜💜

[@cyclops60]

Great reaction Charlie! I find this a difficult watch so limit the views on this one but I think you did it absolute justice. You are so right that nuance and 'the big picture' are so often ignored or even understood these days. A common theme I see with Ren is this holding the mirror up to ourselves, not just pointing the finger of blame. His acting is scarily convincing!

[@rebeccaburnell9319]

One tiny detail I find absolutely incredible for Ren to have added in (again, by inference only; he doesn't ever address it in the lyrics): - Violet says "please let my baby stay alive" and the lyrics Ren typed out to pin in the comments is the same - "baby stay alive" Violet knew she was pregnant (we have no serious indication she didn't) but she had no idea she was carrying twins instead of a single child. She'd had no prenatal care - many (most?) people who are carrying multiples find out at the first (ie, very early on) appointment, when the doctor or nurse locates the fetal heartbeat. Even for however many times that first examination only catches one heartbeat, one of the main reasons ultrasounds are STANDARD early pregnancy procedures is to catch all instances where there's more than one fetus because those are automatically higher-risk pregnancies - higher incidence of complications & preterm birth whenever there's more than one fetus. Even in instances when an abuser doesn't explicitly prevent their victim from seeking medical care (so that evidence of their abuse isn't uncovered and/or so that their victim isn't offered support to leave them), DA victims sometimes choose to avoid it anyway, if they're not ready to deal with a situation where medical providers might confront them with the evidence of the abuse & try to convince them to get help/leave. It's such a tiny detail, but it speaks so loudly about the dynamics in abusive relationships... and it speaks so loudly about Ren understanding that those dynamics exist. Because "please let my babies stay alive" is a homophone sentence for "please let my baby stay alive" ... if he hadn't meant to indicate the above - ("Violet was under so much psychological strain that she didn't even go for basic prenatal care/Stevie was so abusive that he didn't even let Violet get basic prenatal care") - he could *easily* have just written the obvious "please let my babies stay alive" lyric and ANYONE who heard the song for the first time, their brain would automatically hear "please let my baby stay alive" and the shock of there being twins would still land on you at his big reveal. He didn't. He had the only words that come directly from Violet's mouth through the entire song, be words that indicate she thinks she's carrying one baby. It hits me every time I watch the video.

[@TheCharlieSmithChannel]

WOOOOOOOOOW! Shit, you're absolutely right. I mean I clocked she didn't know she had twins must missed the deeper implication on that one. Amazing! Thank you so much for pointing that out ❤️

[@payntpot7623]

I was aware of the specific use of the singular, but had not contemplated the decision Ren made to write/sing it that way. I assumed it was to draw the twist to the very end. I also thought that the "s" from the word safe, following baby, almost gives him an "out when singing, but had not thought of the written side of it.

[@slayerrocks2]

Another unspoken bombshell that someone else picked up on is; Violet met Stevie after she had been given her own flat, aged 16. The only way a 16 y.o. Will get a council property is if she is pregnant. So, in all likelihood, she is carrying her father's babies. The deeper you look, the more tragic the trilogy becomes.

[@lisavalentine8877]

@@slayerrocks2 omg. I'd picked up on the lack of any pre-natal care, but never thought about the implications of getting housing at 16.

[@dirtwednesday]

@@slayerrocks2 I'd seen the theory of her father fathering her pregnancy before but never gave it much thought, as it didn't seem to matter which of the two pricks were the father. But that piece of info really steers the facts, doesn't it? Ewww..

[@geofthompson3844]

You earned a sub from me for this reaction. You got pretty much everything spot on. Now go back and watch again and you will pick up even more. Then choice of location, then acoustics of the buildings, small details like the hospital bed which had violet written on the bottom. They hissing noise when her spoke off the devil coming today town. The aching. His confusion he shows in the bed when he's violet the aggression and fear of screech the slow walking off jenny. It's a masterclass.

[@TheCharlieSmithChannel]

Thanks brother. Appreciate that. I will definitely be listening to this many many times again

[@marianneszijj3362]

Great commentary. New sub here. Also, when Stevie asks, “Why you lying to me Violet?” I interpreted that as Stevie thinking she cheated on him because it’s likely that her own father, was also the father of her twins… 😞

[@MizCriz46]

Yes, exactly. I assumed he called her a slut because she was already pregnant when he met her.

[@valdrse]

oh my god

[@kylefrandsen2665]

Congratulations to Ren for the #1 album in the U.K. this week. Well earned.

[@DogDocKat]

This was one of the best reactions I have seen to this masterpiece from Ren, and I've watched a lot of them! Thank you for your insightful reaction. Ren is truly a musical genius. Looking forward to more reactions ❤❤

[@Perspectiveon]

💥That's our Ren - Demolishing taboos acknowledging they need to brought out in the open. Raw and authentic just like my generation being a teen in the 70s prefer - No autotune or overproduction. Just love him for what he's doing 💫

[@matildafishes9931]

I love how your mind worked through this. You got it! It's also a statement that carries through Money Game 3 that Jimmy was abused as well. Abuse is insidious. It can be physical and emotional. I agree... GENIUS!!! LOVE LOVE LOVE REN!!

[@jamiemacdonald6899]

Captions aren't quite right. It's: "turned to butter in a breath.". He's killed her with the blade, swinging from his chest in a breath it's like a hot knife through butter.

[@TheCharlieSmithChannel]

Ahh that makes way more sense haha. Thanks bro 👊🏼

[@nickachief]

@@TheCharlieSmithChannel my take was as her breath came out she melted like butter in a pool on the floor. thx for the reaction (subbed)

[@Bob-wv7ed]

Amazing reaction to the artist of our generation. Buckle up!

[@mogsydog]

Loved your insights! had to sub. We're all victims of our own conditioning. Ren points us back to ourselves for the answers. Amazing! 🥰

[@Barzo7]

Fantastic reaction video! Thanks..... I think you are ready for REN & CHINCHILLA - CHALK OUTLINES (LIVE)

[@arielbussart1305]

HIGHLY recommend watching his 1 million subscriber speech on YT! It truly dives into his history/where his heart lies ON TOP OF being epic. You caught a lot that many miss, and I've LOVED watching your reactions! Welcome again to the Renegade addiction, always love finding new people who appreciate the hard things he tries to bring to light.

[@JoelMyaer]

New sub here from Arizona, I'm here for any and all Ren reactions. As a 53 year old music lover my whole life, Ren has reconfigured my mind for the better and REN-EWED my heart & soul by making me really hear music for the 1st time in my life! Great reaction! 😊 What a wonderful journey awaits you!

[@tarquinbojangles2581]

subbed because of your Ren reactions....i hope you enjoy the rabbit hole as much as i have

[@dianejones8225]

Your really good at this. Excellent reaction ❤️‍🔥

[@TheCharlieSmithChannel]

Thank you so much 🙏🏼

[@CreativePhotoWS]

Astute reaction mate.. You’re the first reactor I have seen delve into Stevie’s psyche and a spot on evaluation it was. Keep going down the hole and we’ll be right here.

[@1individeo]

The lightning job of Violet's tale is amazing. The color of the lights follow the story. For example when the light go dimthe light is green like you'd see in a morgue scene in a feature movie. Also I find it genius that when he gets to the part where the doctors must choose between the babies and violet's lives, there is a street intersection or split like if there are two ways to go, left and right, while the rest of the video is always filmed in a single street. Also a detail about Jenny's tale are the fact that some graffitis follow or illustrate what ren is saying... I wonder if they painted those for the video or if it jut a happy coincidence,

[@payntpot7623]

"Butter in a breath"; I took to be she melted to the ground. 2005 Violet's tale. Cycle of violence. Quite brilliant isn't Ren? He is a real treasure. Thanks for doing this. It is important to ponder on what got Stevie to the place he was too, you are right. This is my favourite too, but there are many close seconds. The Acoustic version of Murderer shows just how much he loves just playing around with music and voice. (Just one of many)

[@barbarahatcher5942]

You hit on some great points; his raw unfiltered performances are unparalleled. And you touched on the fact that he gives so much story in so few words- we know a lot about the characters from his rhymes, bars, wordplay, and metaphors. Brilliant!

[@garym8998]

Love your reactions man, I've seen so many reactions to this trilogy and it's like a drug, chasing the feeling of my first Ren hit through watching others, class! ❤

[@mikethorn1021]

Great reaction. For singing Ren check out 'chalk out lines' and 'how to be me' Ren with chinchilla. Also 'ocean' and 'humble' Ren with Eden Nash. Then there's his newer rap bags lol, the man kinda does it all

[@JoelEd145]

just subscribed after money game reaction 💯💥 was looking to see if this 1 was on your channel and i refreshed page and you just released it 👌

[@TheCharlieSmithChannel]

Haha how is that for timing! Thanks for the sub man. I appreciate you

[@joncounsell]

Butter in her breath. to me butter melts like Jenny’s heartbeat fading away. loving your reactions 🙏🏾🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧

[@paulaalexander1]

He's literally our modern day Shakespeare, he takes us on a journey every song. Awesome reaction. Much love and strength from Queensland Australia 🦘❤

[@analisasmith7927]

Yes, you got it! 😁👌 So glad you enjoyed it and can recognise how special Ren is. Looking forward to your next reaction! X

[@bazm2024]

Amazing reaction man! Glad my fellow renagades are showing you love. Can't wait to see more

[@stephenambrose2103]

Butter in her breath.......she melted. Fell to the floor dead.

[@laluba3603]

What a brilliant afterthought. Thank you so much. This world need people looking at the world with love, and a will to understand. This is an important and educating story about generational trauma, that is passed from a trauma survivor to their descendants and he (Ren) points out many of the markers that characterise the phenomenon. It sadly happens every day all over the world and it brings so much pain to so many people. I think he is telling it with such great respect to the "characters" in the story.It's poor Jenny, Screech dear boi, and silent Violet. We live in a world that put both shame and blame on the most fragile people.And today I can't help but wondering if the children of Palestine has a right to live. It is quite obvious that we follow like sheep. Or, as Ren put it in another song, "it's easier to blame, then turn the mirror at ourselves. And it is such a shame.

[@MikeyPea72]

A top class analysis full of understanding and awe. Thank you

[@926johnh]

The lyrical genius of this is that Ren can tell the whole tale, constantly hit you with more and more to focus on so that you never see it coming . It's literally the last 5 words and the 😳 expression is always the same. Great reaction!!

[@jamiemacdonald6899]

Great break down. Another great track in a similar vein is Angles by Dan Le Sac Vs Scroobius Pip. That's worth a check out too.

[@billi-shakespeare]

So good to see a UK reactor appreciating Ren. Thanks ❤️🇬🇧

[@user-kr9pq4lk8t]

Ha, you’re gonna love scratching this itch. Great reaction. The diversity of what is now ahead of you is just insane. I was introduced to Ren last December. Since then, if I’ve put music on for myself then it hasn’t been anyone else. Whether it be trick the fox, the big push, busking or just Ren himself. There is quite literally a song for every mood or emotion.

[@JosephMcFadden-nq4bd]

Great analysis Charlie Your discussion on the WHY is spot on Thank you

[@Lonniebird]

You sound like a full-fledged Renegade now! I enjoyed your perspective on these very important pieces. This Ren rabbit hole is a magical place. I’m glad you found it and happy I get to be a part of your journey! ✌🏻💜

[@River0akes]

Excellent, so satisfying when someone “gets it” beyond the surface level of talent. You’re new to me, but immediately one of my favorite reactors. Ren’s storytelling, timing, his choice of words… he’s just phenomenal in every way. I love to watch people fall in love with him!

[@TheCharlieSmithChannel]

This means everything. Thank you and welc9me on board ❤️

[@MCP920]

This young man’s mind never ceases to absolutely astound me. Your reactions are really good. Enjoying them. Thanks. I sing every word for all three. I’m hooked.

[@Sue-qp6dx]

So pleased to see you've discovered ren ❤ check out some of his music when he was with his band "The Big Push" it shows more of his versatility and amazing singing voicec ❤ ren is unique

[@amydavies2529]

I watched your money game 1, 2, and 3. I saw you did this as well, great reactions. You are point on. New subscriber. If you go through his catalog so many are different. Hip hop, singing, storytelling....he is a genius. Can't wait to watch you dig in ❤

[@matthewcollins5451]

New subscriber. Fantastic job on your reaction bruv. Can't wait to see you keep deep diving into Rens catalog.

[@mandynoske5809]

Thankyou for your thoughts and perspectives, I love the way Ren makes us all think 😊

[@michaelphipps8647]

You got it!

[@annebiebrich9155]

Great reaction and insight ! Yes Ren is a Shakespearian Bard of our time!!

[@kt_kroovy1031]

Bravo, sir! This is the first of your videos to come across my screen and I loved your analysis. Astute, intelligent and as awe-struck by Ren's artistry as I am! Subbed! 💜🦇💚

[@Januaribarn]

I just had to pause the video before it’s even begun to tell you how much I love that you literally rolled your eyes AND shook your head at him - made me chortle! Like ‘ugh, I’m so fed up with this kid and his creative genius and talent, you’re amazing, ok?, we get it🙄’ 😂😂

[@TheCharlieSmithChannel]

😂😂😂 yup. He does that haha

[@improveourselves3929]

Yup! Great reaction! And, notice that Screech's real name was James, matching his twin sister's first letter.

[@17leprichaun]

what an amazing reaction! plus you're perfectly capabel of expression your thoughts cristalclear - thank you!

[@Garrettification]

You're probably the most accurate recation I've seen to this. And I've watched alot. Just on point with what you were reacting to. props

[@mldkenny]

I love it when the reactor gets the story, great reaction and yes " Ren is in a Lane of his Own "

[@staceyjayneplatt9527]

Charlie new UK 🇬🇧 subscriber and doesn’t he make us proud!!! I love your reactions Ren James Arthur Tom McDonald my favourite 3 so far 😂🙏🇬🇧🇺🇸🔥💙

[@terryfowler4893]

To be fair mate one of the best reactions to this I’ve seen, you’re right it’s so nuanced and nothing is black and white, to see him just having fun his takes on British classics, bittersweet symphony and right here right now encompass British life so well

[@DavidFarthing]

Charlie man love your reaction to this master i would class Ren as a modern day bard

[@agatopol]

A full blown Shakespearean drama. Ren IS a genius. Great reaction, thank you!

[@jodiwest3534]

I just watched you react to money game and searched immediately for this. Im one sec in and SO KEEN FOR THIS.

[@sharis9095]

"statue she was turned to butter in her breath...." I take it to mean she went from frozen solid to she melted. The ending leaves so much to fill in but starts conversations ... about the care system, about abuse etc. IN this one you have to go back and listen again... because Jenny would have only been 14 and walking the streets in high heels... so she didn't exactly escape to a better life either. Ren doesn't shy away from the darker things in life and he makes it okay to talk about it.

[@sampanther8854]

Love your reaction to these tales only just found you it's great to see more reactors getting into the rabbit hole.. You can listen to the tales a few times and catch different pieces each time.. Keep digging there's sooo much to see in Ren's world ❤️✌️

[@staceyjayneplatt9527]

One of my favourites 🇬🇧🇺🇸🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌

[@Libradimple]

Just gotta say, your reaction definitely is my favourite... you really got it...

[@TheCharlieSmithChannel]

Ahh thank you so much. I really glad you enjoyed it 😊

[@margaretpickholtz8772]

You are not wrong, excellent reaction. Thanks!

[@musochickburns8212]

You totally get Ren... I love that ☺️ Great reaction to Ren's masterpiece 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥💕

[@suevick637]

🤟🏻👍🏻❣️Adore your reaction. Reminds me of mine, the 1st time I heard this one ❣️

[@jmango2636]

Please note that almost all of RENs videos have the lyrics in the comments

[@sunshynff]

I hate to admit this cause it makes me sound like a Stan, but I've probably seen 50+ youtube content creators react to this song, and I must say, that was by far one of, if not the best, post video synopsis's that I have yet to see. Not only did I appreciate your knowledge about social issues and the way genetic and environmental conditions during our upbringing can play such crucial roles in the person we become, but your way of conveying that point of view, and take on the video, was very descriptive and paints a clear picture, and did so in a timely manor, without sounding snobby or as if you were talking down to your viewers. Great job, cheers mate!!! Just subbed too.

[@TheCharlieSmithChannel]

Really appreciate this comment bro. Thank you so much for taking the time to write it. It means a lot 👊🏼

[@wanmac31]

Ren is 🎼🦄✨ 🤘😁👍💙🇫🇮 P.s You have bluelight on your neck...u gonna turn....😉

[@martinschulz-bruckner4155]

Great reaction! Especially what you said about simplicity in the media and the background story. I loved your view. Please dig deeper into Rems catalogue. There are many gems to discover.

[@manjitu4253]

'Renegade' here!! xx super thoughtful reaction xx subscribed to you now.

[@mrsainsburys1]

Awesome reaction, such a deep problem with the cycle of any type of abuse, thank you 🙏🦉❤️🐊👍

[@sawomirkrol9282]

The statue she was turned to butter in a breath. She collapsed giving her last breath.

[@sino6397]

But also as in 'a knife through butter'.

[@peters2614]

I´ve watched 250+ reactions to this song. This is the best...

[@TheCharlieSmithChannel]

Wow! That really means a lot. Thank you for your comment. It means everything

[@melissacompton565]

Great reaction. It's absolutely one of the best I've seen. ❤

[@garywhite6397]

Such a fantastic analysis. Can’t wait to see more. You have a knack of unraveling the strands that are fairly apparent but then you clearly spend some time finding those less visible threads.

[@jlock6901]

Bro, love your reactions. Underrated! Earned my sub for sure. Ren is unbelievable

[@rebellionrob]

The statue she was turned to butter in her breath is a visualisation of her rigitity (frozen fear) turning to fluid (blood gurgling) in her breath from the knife strikes.

[@user-vj8jz7xv2l]

Love your reactions, mate. Good to see another quality UK reactor finding Ren :)

[@davidricks7128]

Ren tells the stories and the filming of the stories are all done so well i found myself looking for the bodies laying on the ground. The saddest thing about this is the fact each of these things are happening in every country at this very moment and the cycle continues

[@jonathangibson9137]

Great reaction. New sub. Keep on going down the Ren rabbit hole. Shared your channel on the Ren FB fan page too. 🔥✌️

[@jfish67]

This is my second reaction from you. And I'm hooked. Subbed for more. Btw I love your British accent. 😊

[@PetraScha]

Hi Charlie, greetings from Germany. Go on and much success with your chanel.

[@ramonparkour]

Absolute brilliant reaction, specially violets'. You are a kind soul, sir.

[@TheCharlieSmithChannel]

Thank you brother. I appreciate that

[@jolewis4382]

70 year old grandma in love with a young Welch rapper! Welcome to the RENegades.

[@kalenaquinones7963]

Welcome to the Renegade world! Great reaction! You got it right! Subbed

[@johnnypasho]

Hey Charlie, loving your reactions so far. Actually found out about you through Jacob Collier (another sweetheart of mine) and I'm stoked to watch your Ren journey. He's something else entirely. I don't think I've yet experienced such a perfect storm of lyricism, theatrics and message all wrapped in top notch music. If I may suggest, I'm 100% sure you'd love his duets with Chinchilla. How to Be Me and Chalk Outlines. Check the live version, as those are raw as fuck and they show off how good of a singer Ren is (for keeping up with generational singing talent of Chinchilla). Last but not least, where can we hear you sing? :P The reactors I love the most are the ones who put out their work as well, such as Knox Hill, Black Pegasus or Anthony Ray. Would be lovely to hear some of your work to cheer for an artist and also see where you come from musically. But this is not a pet peeve at all! Just curiosity and feel free to be the way you are!

[@TheCharlieSmithChannel]

Thank you man. I really appreciate your comment and you coming on board. If you scroll back far enough you'll find some OLD videos of me singing but they're not the best. A few of them got good views though. The problem that I have at the moment is that I suffer with Muscle Tension Dysphonia and it's pretty much taken my voice away for the most part. It's so heartbreaking. It's a rare occasion that my voice is loose enough to sing properly. Most of the time it's super tight and feels like someone has their hands around my neck 😔

[@johnnypasho]

@@TheCharlieSmithChannel That's some rough circumstances. I'll be keeping my fingers crossed for you to get better!

[@Lynds77]

You must be so proud he just beat out Rick Astley for uk's #1 album ❤❤❤ We adore him here in Canada 🇨🇦 🍁 , love seeing you go down the Ren rabbit hole ❤ i subbed and so did my friends to watch you check out Rens catalog as well as his old bands trick the fox and his busking band The Big Push, they're amazing. Love your stuff ❤