Ren - Bitter Sweet Symphony (Live)

[@RenMakesMusic]

FEELS GOOD TO BE HOME! Thank you everyone who joined me for my first premier in a run of many this year! Music will be flowing fast from now till the foreseeable as always here are the lyrics for anyone who wants them I've got dirt on my Reeboks from staying out all night I spent my last ten pounds on this pack of Marlboro Lights I phoned up Stevie, I said "G, you alright?" He said "It's six in the morning, brother! Get some shut-eye!" I feel a sense of well-being this time in the morning Wear my heart out on my hoodie while the city is snoring Drunks falling off the sidewalks, get issued a warning Distant sirens, they crescendo like a symphony calling This it the Britain I know, this is the Britain I love There's poetry inside this city if you listen enough Working class causalities out on the streets sleep rough While a mother with her baby takes her pram to the pub And while she's knocking them down, the cost of living goes up I can't relate to politicians with their head in the mud I resonate with messy Fridays, with the boys smoking bud We do our bit to numb the struggle, as below, so above As as above, so below, here in the city we glow I blow a smoke ring up to heaven and it makes a halo And then the clock strikes seven, guess it's time to head home My companion is the city, so I'm never alone I'm stepping in and out of gaps of the pavement cracks And if I go to sleep now, that's an anti-climax People rise for work and the sun mirrors that A perfect juxtaposition for those out on the lash Bare with me, it's beautiful, I think its irrefutable There's beauty in a contradicting Britain... Indisputable Junkie in a cubicle, that old spoon is usable His mother's in a black suit, crying at a funeral Nine to five crucible, this route is not commutable A kid falls off the tracks and then he serves a stretch in Juvenal Libbies at the Doleys but her dispositions humourful While Davey's at the bookies and his mates call him delusional Britain, drink it down and moan about the weather When the sun starts shining feel the factor 10 tremor Boys will be boys, will be in it together Until the fists start flying like they're Connor McGregor And then he's out... I think he took it too far I think the boy saw red, I think he hit him too hard Now he's face down on the pavement with a face full of tar Mad how small altercations can define who we are That's my cue! I guess it's time to head home It's bittersweet how my high found its way to be low And I've said it once before, as above, so below Living on the streets of Britain you just go with the flow But I'm done, I'm out for the night As the sun paints the pavements, I'll turn out the light White noise on the radio to quiet my mind Always was an over-thinker, just the way I'm designed Britain, drink it down and moan about the weather When it's all said and done we'll be in it altogether Boys will be boys, will be like it forever It's a bittersweet symphony, we're birds of a feather Cause its a bittersweet symphony thats life Trying to make ends meet You're a slave to money then you die...

[@mostlynotworking4112]

Thank you

[@bethankester5264]

Thankyou for your genius Ren. This was beautiful. The orchestra was epic x

[@patty76]

Greetings from Holland!

[@mechelledunn5376]

@@RenMakesMusic You're amazing ❤

[@patp8526]

Thank you ❤

[@RenMakesMusic]

Re uploaded to change the colour grade 0.00001% because im pedantic as f*ck

[@distractjen]

rather fond of your neurotic tendencies...carry on

[@Tinkerbell9332]

Nothing wrong with getting the extra 0.00001 % in there😂 Monday is actually a tough time for myself and family so this will really lift my spirits a bit. You don't know how much I appreciate this! Thank you

[@santini124]

Reading this made me realize "being colour-blind is not that bad" hahah

[@fangirl6115]

😂❤

[@Jacorat]

Love it. Nothing wrong with being pedantic 😂

[@picpithjo6189]

You won't find a more authentic British backdrop to an authentic British classic

[@RenMakesMusic]

!!!

[@picpithjo6189]

And an interesting verbal hyperlink to the money game on the last sentence right there

[@longkesh1971]

I really like this backdrop but the first version where the lyrics are synchronized to the people he's passing on High Street was chef's kiss. And his best work was the crosswalk numbers countdown in Nas Halftime video, in my opinion. I really like all his videos but there is something different and still special about this visual.

[@annaallison259]

@@longkesh1971 definitely the light change 👌

[@NilZed1]

I know, pretty sure that’s a mile away from me up in Scotland. Not in Brighton. 😜

[@jesstv3341]

This lad is fucking masterful. We’re watching a raw, authentic talent emerge rn and it’s a beautiful thing to see.

[@Avetarx]

Ren is a living proof that you don't need big record labels, with massive budgets to create powerful and timeless music!

[@fernwebb5568]

Super good point. I loved the soccer neighborhood style, the punctuation of a bit of litter, the messy landscaping with patches of dead grass…. A list video, I think.

[@raidonbay]

Our children's children will be looking back. WTF?

[@cortr3584]

That s a funny comment. just ask yourself why he might be spinning around like cinderalla to present a view on the back of his (for this song totaly useless) backpack

[@lorenzopatras-zi1gg]

I would love for this to become a trend, to see more and more independent artists. With all payment platforms out there, independent artists can make enough money for a living and continue to make art. The biggest win in this case is the fact that the artist can really express himself/herself without the limitations imposed by big label contracts.

[@michaelrichter9427]

To the contrary, massive budgets and big labels almost, but not quite, invariably lead to powerless and fleeting music.

[@KnoxHill]

I was actually backstage at those tents looking for a pig mask when you performed this & missed hearing it live at SGP. Being able to watch and hear this take with the string quartet..incredible homie. Captures the heartbeat of a city and the pulse of a nation as we go through bittersweet symphony of our lives. I hear those seagulls now of Brighton wherever I go. Looking forward to what's next - they're not ready for this month from you!!👏👏🔥

[@brettstephenson6754]

When we getting a collab?

[@brettstephenson6754]

When we getting a collab?

[@ricksurratt9034]

@@KnoxHill I appreciate all you do, buddy. Thanks.

[@KatherineRose.]

@KnoxHill It was cool seeing you on stage with Ren ! I'm sorry that when you when to took the mask you missed it, but you coming on stage was a really cool surprise !

[@whodafunkedit3893]

As a brightonian I hear that seagulls to bro your not alone 😂😂

[@monikasilai]

"If I go to sleep now that's an anticlimax"... "Always was an overthinker, that's the way I'm designed"... So many relatable moments in these lyrics, even if I'm not from Britain. :) Thank you Ren, for connecting the world, again. ♥️

[@pixlhound]

No matter where you're from, we're all not so different really. Just takes a clever lyricist to help us see it :)

[@damiansharp693]

I am not British....at least not yet, I need £1330 (I have been living for 15 years in England now)....but it is because Ren's lyrics, in songs like these, are so familiar to me that I love his music. Normally I am not really into Hip Hop (I do appreciate the music style), but I love Ren's music. I have also struggled with a very poor mental health since I was a child....I have a rather impactful medical history too; probably not as severe as Ren's medical history, but I do think I understand him.

[@monikasilai]

@@pixlhound True. Thank god for poets & lyricists. 🙏

[@monikasilai]

@@damiansharp693 I wish you all the best, things will get better, it's not easy, but trust that. I get what you're saying about hip hop. Tbh, if it's rap, I prefer the melodic type. It's also interesting when it's fused with instrumental, classical music. Love when different genres meet and there is harmony. 🙂 Also, what (some) rappers do well is that they write very real, raw lyrics, combining them with great rhythm and rhymes. I appreciate that as well and Ren excels at all these. 😊

[@sejbomb]

1am is prime time, overthinking in the silence so it’s louder than the daytime chatter.

[@lukesimpson6272]

I am 43 year old man and just found out about Ren !You have to respect his talent absolutely amazing young man. !

[@bobberrob1605]

Haha I'm 48. Same boat my guy. Genius level shit

[@sFapps]

About a year and a half ago I searched for Bittersweet symphony because it's one of my favorite songs. In my feed Ren's rendition popped up and I clicked on it for a listen. Needless to say I was blown away and have been a massive fan of his music since. Thank you Ren for making such excellent music!

[@RenMakesStuff]

Eyyy Legend! 💜

[@SuperSarahjane1]

Exactly the same happened to me 🎉

[@vexvanquish]

Yes me too... Bittersweet introduced me to Ren then after that I was losing it!

[@kev1nroy]

Same here, would love to see Ren and Richard duet it :)

[@fgh123dan11]

I found Ren through his rendition of Bittersweet symphony too. Its one of my favorite songs of all time but his rendition just randomly popped up in my feed and couldn't not give it a listen. Needless to say Ren is now by far my favorite artist, his music has changed my life and the way i look at music as a whole so this new live rendition means so much to me

[@francinetriola310]

Dear Ren, don’t ever stop creating. We are proud of you and we need your voice in the world.👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@studio1127]

I'm just an ol' lady from across the ocean, but I have to tell you that your passion, your words, ,they strike true for so many of us, regardless of age, regardless of lifestyle, regardless of status. You share raw truth, a rare gift. Thank you.

[@raymondturpin3265]

I'm a 53-year-old man living in USA and your music resonates with me. Glad to have come across your music.

[@bergannon6585]

Totally agree. I'm a 66 yr old Irish Nana and Ren is the best artist I have heard in way too long. Pure talent.

[@Jimbob.2835]

Just found this guy myself I'm from Scotland and can relate to this guys words

[@AlonzoHarris-k1w]

Bravo.!! Austria

[@leslierush6707]

Oh, Ren. The mother in me comes out each time I hear you. I'm so proud of you, and my heart explodes with each success. You have so many strangers who want nothing but the best for you, sweet boy.

[@sentientcardboarddumpster7900]

This is so sweet. ❤

[@OmaGails]

I feel the same like he's one of my grandkids.

[@SunshineSomeday]

Yes! I feel like a proud momma when he drops something new.

[@bryonyk1]

Totally understand xxx

[@annaberg1200]

I'm totally with you ❤

I’m 57yr old Aussie, Bitter Sweet Symphony has been my all time favourite song but you have absolutely nailed this version. Much love ♥️ to You & Britain

[@Spugedelia77]

We can make Ren a super star in every continent, because he deserves it. Keep hitting that like button, please?

[@Spugedelia77]

I hate the original song, but this version is out of this world

[@cathywethington5913]

Spugedelia, I love the original. I like Ren's first take on it better. I love this take best of all. His voice at the end gives me chills

[@tomtenthij5676]

Much love indeed!

[@emphyriohazzl1510]

Homeless 52yo in Paris France glad to follow your music and your lives, thanks for the poetry in your words, for all the things that I can relate to and for the things that I can't but can empathize with.

[@brandonbuckles826]

This man is a gift. One of the most important musical artists of a generation.

[@brandonbuckles826]

@@CharlieCoops Ask him

[@CharlieCoops]

@@brandonbuckles826 I don’t need to. We all know the answer

[@brandonbuckles826]

@@CharlieCoops Then why ask me?

[@rachelwilliams2514]

@@CharlieCoops?

[@georgewalker7884]

Cover song talking about sidewalks and Marlborough lights. UK's finest 😂

[@kristihackworth6855]

It's my daughter's 21st birthday today, and you, Ren, are one of her absolute favorite humans to ever exist. This is magical! Happy birthday, Riley Marie.❤😊

[@RenMakesStuff]

Happy Birthday Riley Marie! 💜💜

[@stomptheelites]

Happy Birthday!!! 🎉🎉It's my Birthday too. Hello from the USA, Love Ren too❤❤

[@patrykjadeszko7554]

Happy birthday kid. Hope you have an amazing day. Wish you all the best ❤❤

[@cariburndred3543]

I'm very late to the party... but yikes... you're a vibe 🖤

[@eugenevanrensburg1129]

Have the best birthday

[@Duncan_Idaho_Potato]

I'm 47 years old, a Gen Xer. I used to say that music was like my religion. I feel like I've been wandering in a music desert for years and years. But Ren (and a few others) are getting me excited about music again. What a gift. THAT WAS FUCKING BEAUTIFUL!

[@LennyBenny-oi1cr]

Apart from being a year older, you have just said everything im feeling.

[@Duncan_Idaho_Potato]

@@LennyBenny-oi1cr At this age, a year older doesn't mean a thing, lol. Digital fist bump, bro. Have a good one.

[@adamweston4152]

My thoughts and feelings are exactly the same as yours and I'm 54 now and I'm Welsh and I'm so proud of ren for keeping it so real.

[@nosyjoe]

48, same thoughts exactly. Haven't found many others, though.

[@peaceispossiblehgh5988]

Born 75, it has been a long Time listening to old Stuff

[@rebeccaroncoroni9502]

First song I saw Ren perform. Keith Allen, Lily Allen's dad put it up on his Facebook page a couple of years ago and down the rabbit hole I went. So happy to have witnessed the dawn of this generations big talent. We've waited a long time for someone to come shake it and us all up. This Boi Is a genius 🎉🎉🎉

[@tim42442]

Im not really in to this type of music but this is fantastic, i love the original by the verve and this what you have done 100% works. Good job respect to you.

[@DianeLFC]

Love how you ended it on the lyrics "you're a slave to the money then you die". Perfect!

[@stevewilliams5428]

That's from the first verse of the original.

[@omminous999]

Phenomenal as expected. I’m a 50 year old man, and happen to be just chatting to the gentleman upstairs, saying what music I was into, and saying, he had a hairstyle a bit like a singer, called REN who he’d probably never heard of. At that very moment, he was listening to uninvited on his headphones…..no shit!

[@robinlawler6602]

Chills

[@ricksurratt9034]

Beautifuly done 👍🏽🐷✌🏼

[@medanna]

I miss your singing voice

[@Deeb390]

The pause in the strings - perfect timing. So beautifully moving. You’re a slave to money and then you die. Thank you Ren❤️

[@AnneElina]

"Bitter sweet symphony, that's life..."

[@domiderpromi]

So true

[@SurviveStar]

Britain sweet symphony.

[@steff9203]

Real music, real soul, real instruments, and the truest of lyrics....restores my faith in music. You got a gift, you really have x

[@Dave1507]

Did the cellist just mimic the seaguls on his strings? Man, I know I shouldn't be surprised, but you did it again! Thanks for this version!

[@RenMakesMusic]

Yeah blew me away when he did it first time in rehearsals

[@conradschumacher4013]

Yeah that was a great touch. How the hell did they manage to capture the sound so well outside without getting all the background noises?

[@jennyinnoise]

Insane!👌

[@jennyinnoise]

@@RenMakesMusic Wait! Did he do that at SGP as well? I didn’t catch that part there. Man, this detail is everything! 🥰

[@KerrithatFerret]

​@@RenMakesMusicwow!!

[@bobjones8378]

I've been in the music industry for over 40 years as a session guitarist ,I've recorded and toured with some of the best musicians around ...this man has a special talent

[@NealSinclair]

Poor man's Mike skinner imo but I'm old.

[@whokilledzekeiddon]

@@NealSinclair Absolutely fair critique, because I came to the exact same conclusion when I was introduced to Ren via this song (literally last night) so please follow my path of discovery by listening to 'Hi Ren' or literally anything else by him, and you'll instantly see his scope and range is far beyond anything Mike Skinner has. I repeat: do not write him off on this song as I nearly did, because he's got more sides to him than a coke can.

[@bobjones8378]

@@NealSinclair I'm old too and I'm not talking about this particular song ..This young man is a great lyricist ,guitar player and has great talent for musical arrangement ..He's a diversified musician..I for one don't care about rap or whatever you want to call this I've seen a lot of his other work.

[@brainmcilroy3920]

​@@NealSinclair Dear lord Really?

[@NealSinclair]

@brainmcilroy3920 I don't think his lyrics hold a candle and yeah I completely understand it's not going to be a popular opinion in 2024😅,though I'm prettty sure he's been an inspiration to ren at some point.

[@m1k3g3tz]

@RenMakesMusic - in the winter of 93 i had the distinct pleasure of seeing Verve on the storm in heaven tour. nick & simon blew my fragile 21 year old mind that night. when i stumbled upon your retake of this tune, my life changed again. thank you brother, for reaffirming my faith in music.

[@Angelnavarro-n6n]

this is the second best that like, but I really like your music, I love how you say things that people can relate to and that are real.

[@davidkeenan1275]

“A slave to money then you die” never truer words written for a song! My favourite song ever and love your version of it man!

[@nickycrooks6638]

54 year old with CPTSD! You inspire me every day! That was banging Ren! Thank you! Your voice, you are a musical lyrical genius of our time! You get me through every day! Thank you for being YOU🔥❤️

[@_hoot-_-hoot_]

It is said that the sunshine of Britain doesn't come from the dense clouds, but by the people who bring the warmth in from the cold. How your art brightens this world beyond the limits of even that sky orb known as a sun reminding us all what it means to be human. Thank you with every extent of gratitude that can be defined for keeping this world from boiling over with hate but instead finding temperance with compassion. Forever a legend mate

[@SickBoiRENegade]

💯🫶✌️

[@CMC_TX]

That read so beautifully. ❤ from Texas USA

[@flamethrowe1125]

Damn I missed it

[@tammys8711]

Lovely to read from here in WI.

[@_Glass-_-House_]

@@flamethrowe1125 It's alright I did too but it won't stop me from rewatching it a million times even as I snooze.

[@eddiep.7559]

Man, I’m not even British and I listen to this and I suddenly have the accent ,sitting’ in a pub with a basket of fish & Chips and a Stella … this is a vibe 🤘✌️

[@jennifer5872]

On 8/26/23 I lost a dear friend tragically. This song has followed my friends and I around following his death. It’s oddly comforting that you are releasing this on his 1 year heavenly anniversary ❤️😇 Your music means so much to me ✌️

[@thehangingparsiple5692]

That is one crazy story... Sending good and happy thoughts - R.I.P to your friend ❤🙏🕯️

[@Tinkerbell9332]

This date also has significance to me. I lost a brother 3 years ago this day! I am so appreciative of Ren!

[@markm5193]

Wow, what an experience! What are the chances? So, it will be an even more special moment for you. My brother passed at 35 y/o and his best friend took his own life one year and hour to that date man, that was hard to go through! Wishing you the best!

[@markm5193]

@@Tinkerbell9332 Losing a brother/sister is so damn intense due to the unique bonds shared while growing up together. Plus it will always be a gone to soon story. Just remember you share the same DNA! plus you could sit anywhere anytime & have a conversation with them even though they are not there physically they are still there and you'll know the answers from him that you ask or wonder about.. They are always there.

[@Tinkerbell9332]

@markm5193 Thank you☺️ I plan on listening to a Playlist I made of his and wearing my necklace with his ashes in it. I try to remember him and set time aside

[@russelllee3782]

This guy need to be way more recognised than he is. Love his work.

[@evelinehenry7028]

He will ❤

[@Olgalebedeva-uj2fh]

Я его узнаю мгновенно, - второго такого нет.

[@johnwatt5921]

Keep up your magic as long as you can. I discovered you the week this year I lost my father and best friend in that week and in the darkness I heard one of your songs and I started checking out your music. You don't need me to say your special much love and prayers for you and your people sincerely a nobody from way up north in Alba.

[@organicrecreations1338]

You're so beautiful. Despite the pain, and the struggle my love, your tattered angel wings glow true for us. Bless you Ren.

[@schalkscheepers5530]

All the way from South Africa...! Ren and all your crew, you've turned ripples into tsunamis..! Your influence is a positively powerful one, and the world needs more of you..!

[@pieterandries3204]

Another South African! I absolutely love Ren, he changed the meaning of music

[@Tinkerbell9332]

💯

[@mikivox4524]

And yet another South African fan! Ren is storytelling of the highest grade - honest and raw, but always intelligent and carefully assembled to flow from word to word like liquid poetry.

[@Nisa-cy8zs]

Im a Turkish girl who's never been to England. i dont even have anything to relate to yet here i am waiting 30mins in the premier just to listen to you. You are really talented man I love your music and the things that you represent keep goingg 🎉🎉 (And everyone please listen to crutch and children of the moon you're gonna love it they are so underrated)

[@RenMakesMusic]

Facts 💜

[@seth1455]

Crutch is one of my favourites, it's a powerful piece of art

[@Tinkerbell9332]

Children of the moon is actually my favorite video! Very George A Romero! And crutch is beautiful! I feel that was a very challenging one to perform for him emotionally

[@bomberharris1681]

Burst out crying the first time I listened to crutch, to say it was a powerful experience would be an understatement.

[@xivaKenpachi]

Children of the moon is 🔥 1990's is my favorite tho, it calls to me a lot since i'm from the same era.

[@luketinknell441]

This guy is still talking facts not what the world wants. Respect, Ren Edit: thanks for 100 likes 😁

[@MichaSz-ec6ot]

ART. THIS IS THE TRUE ART - MIXING THE UNMIXED, CROSSING FICTIONAL LINES AND CREATING NEW WHICH CATCH HEART FROM INSIDE❤❤🎉🎉

[@adamcox5203]

I been loving music my whole life and at 38 I have no hesitation in saying REN you are my favourite of all time.. much love from Cardiff brother.

[@robrain4330]

Im 71 a kid form the 70's in the US.My parents are from Nottingham. I appreciate an artist who can tell a story with music. Be safe Be kind

[@marionfogarty2953]

@robrain4330 what a lovely comment.

[@lisawhitfield9251]

❤ from 🇬🇧

[@poolieDW]

68 yo Brit here, nice one man, Ren is special ❤️

[@annerigby4400]

ren is not kind. He is dishonest. He is ripping off a beatmaker/producer and using his fans to intimidate him. I wouldn't call that kind, would you?

[@cathywethington5913]

Some person by the name annerigby4400 keeps posting false information on this comment. I have politely responded to her post several times only to have my response deleted. Yet when I have reported her comment for false information, it gets put back up. Don't know why this is happening. Does anyone know how to contact KZbin?

[@kellja5012]

Those strings… Just beautiful ❤

[@RenMakesMusic]

The quartet were too good!

[@DyvmSlorm]

@@RenMakesMusic The seagull sounds from the cello... chef's kiss.

[@courtneymorgan9621]

Yes absolutely stunning

[@raheemnabi2989]

Bittersweet Symphony is a song that I grew up with. It an era-defining anthem of many a chilhood for us millenials who witnessed the 90´s. I´ve taken it with me through some of my happiest and some of my darkest times. I moved to Spain two years ago after observing a Britain I no longer recognized but the poetry oozing from these lyrics really does paint a picture of our beloved country with all its cuts, bruises and beautiful juxter positions. I Shed a tear. Artistry at its finest. Hats off to you bro

[@EmblemParade]

I'm 11,342 years old and can still appreciate this take. Believe it or not, greed and poverty were still intertwined back at the end of the last Ice Age. People haven't changed much since the Younger Dryas. Peace to you my pal Ren.

[@TheMikesylv]

We need to be have to be the 3 generations X Y Z and the Generation we failed , the Millennials this is our time our sacrifice we have to right the wrongs fight the worst humans to ever walk the planet the insatiable lust for power, money and unimaginable plan of world wide mass murder and starvation to solve the problem they alone are responsible for. We can’t wait until the first manufactured crisis to act it will be to late. All the Christians I am very sorry but we can’t wait for Jesus to save us. I have come to believe Jesus wants us to become the people who he taught to honor the spirit that lives in humanity to understand god didn’t just create us in his image but gave us the spirit of god in our souls. We must act

[@MrJesseLonge]

me too

[@kevinmundis1281]

Beautifully done Ren. Big props to your quartet too. They did amazing.

[@OrjanKollstrom]

A poet, an artist, a living legend, a force so unique and special, the connection I feel to you is so strong. I cheer for you to succeed in whatever you need to succeed with to gain happiness and peace...that's what you deserve brother. This was absolutely legend! ❤

[@RenMakesMusic]

means a lot!! thanks u

[@tinkersdug1969]

From a scot im fifty five years old and can't stand modern music but that just kicked me in the balls​@RenMakesMusic

[@200821angel]

Love it

[@Olgalebedeva-uj2fh]

@@tinkersdug1969 Клёво ударило!

[@naiomirose5428]

Is it just me ? A smile always appears on my face when listening to Ren, he is so poetically amazing!

[@CleeborpChrimplitz]

It may be because he is unapologetically himself, and that is something we all wish to be, but so many fail to be. As a result we look at those who are with respect and admiration.

[@santsi7306]

Ren, im from across the pond. Autoimmune illness, recovering addict. All the ways your fans have never found some one like you before. Over here in the southern US with all its fucked up politics and no health care, i showed some of these guys your music, if you could work with them, imagine. Illness across the work, gutter punks and kids just praying to be understood, reaching through music. The underground scene in Nashville TN is waiting for you ren.❤❤❤❤ check out benjamin tod guys!!! They will change the world with music.

[@salishseamermaid]

Ren, your singing voice is so special. Thank you for this version.

[@Phreaky_D]

Truly beautiful Those last two lines - Goosebumps ❤

[@earthfairy333]

Reached right into my soul those two lines did.

[@leewoodard5871]

That’s the original song. The original lyrics. By the Verve.

[@earthfairy333]

@@leewoodard5871 aye, but it’s his delivery that is so special. His vocal control is just phenomenal.

[@Phreaky_D]

@@leewoodard5871, I know that - I’m a huge fan of the song. It was more about the way our boi sang it, just so much soul and emotion.

[@Phreaky_D]

@@earthfairy333 yeah, this…an old soul in a young vessel

[@SneakySlippers]

I’ve never been more wistful for the memories I definitely had in a place I’ve definitely never been. The feelings this invokes cuts across continents and cultures. Magic bottled up in a song. Never stop doing what you’re doing man.

[@GummyBearWA]

When a song can easily live in so many colours, it becomes timeless.

[@NegativeKelvin]

The way you are able to understand the meaning behind a song so that you can do a "cover" that is true to the original while also being 100% an original piece of work is truly a gift. Thank you so much for the art that you share with us.

[@Eleonoor]

And once again Ren has managed to make me cry. ❤

[@jamesmarsh4957]

most amazing music , your unbelievable , so happy to have found you , your going to change music as more hear your creations

[@katrogers28]

Just can’t beat a live performance! Love it!!😍 The addition of some original lyrics at the end🤌

[@leewoodard5871]

Original to the actual song you mean? Not original by Ren..

[@katrogers28]

@@leewoodard5871 yes original Verve lyrics

[@bartymurns]

Im from New Zealand. I lived in London for the first decade of this century. And I smoked Marlboro lights. While listening to the verve and all other Brit pop. Love it up high.

[@copticsceptic]

Was the Church at King’s Cross on Sundays still around when you were there?

[@sr_cheva]

I did not really realize how I miss your music until I hear you again 😮

[@LoveratLoves]

This is my absolute fave piece of music from the 90's (I like all genre's of music and I miss the use of big string instruments in music atm) Atm I was 32 and struggling very badly with bipolar disorder and I can't listen to it without tearing up. But you just made it so I can listen to it again because of your wonderful lyrics. Kudos and ❣ from Australia.

[@alexandrafossey9267]

I love this rendition too, strings and voice make it more "peaceful", keeping the Verve's two last line hits hard, food for thought indeed. It's brillant ❤

[@amyl9864]

Glad to see Josh get the credit he deserves as 'the cook' along with cameraman!

[@JoshStiles]

Trust me!

[@mrmsbhvn]

@@JoshStiles Excellent!!

[@lunchbox9864]

45 years old and 2nd generation American from British roots. I feel this in my bones even if I never lived it. Shout out to Derby and Nottinghamshire. Shout out to Wales. Shout out to Glasgow. This takes me back to the home I never knew.

[@thehangingparsiple5692]

That's an incredible last line 💯

[@stewrmo]

Shout out back to you from Glasgow fam. One love from Scotland. 💙

[@hotradremixlx]

Right....

[@TheBubblewrapboy]

Bloody hell , as a 60 year old who loves all music this guy is fantastic 👌

[@IAmMe3111]

Man, I had goosebumps the whole time. Something about this track, I can really hear it in his voice. I'm still shook. Amazing, unbelievable, insanely beautiful. A man of his craft.

[@Olgalebedeva-uj2fh]

Артист.

[@liamoxd9416]

You know it's a banger any time REN posts but you know it's gonna be a BANGER when he brings a quartet

[@jmas43]

I like how Ren's quartets are always two cellos and not two violins. A perfect choice every time!

[@user637-r9d]

cant complain about this one. its actually very good.

[@Hjartafinn]

I run an open mic outlaw poetry event in my town in the U.S.--the woman who hosts it with me turned me on to this rhyme a day ago. I instantly loved it, and I wanted to say, respect for overcoming Lyme Disease. I had a friend who had advanced Lymes in NYC, and I know it can be hell. Thanks for the awesome vid, and may you always be on one!

[@joditurner6748]

That part where you say “bare with me “ and with your hand everything stopped is awesome. I love the line about poetry in the city if you listen enough! Every single time you drop another song it encapsulates me. Great job is an understatement, Ren!!

[@windwhisprz]

The raspyness in his voice at the end is epic.

[@Waterlily588]

That authentic rawness hits me so hard, every time on those last two verses... Yes, epic is the word! It's when I truly FEEL the emotion of the whole piece the most. It's breathtaking, (literally).

[@carragh244]

It really is it's great such a great voice.

[@JustAnotherStar1990]

at first i thought "oh no, not another copy of a great song", then i heared, then i saw, then i understood and now i love it! Thank you, great work

[@darrellmills]

The original at the end was just the icing on the cake 💥👌🏼🇬🇧

[@Tmacademia]

One of the most talented musicians I have ever witnessed

[@daanbrekelmans9165]

I have seen much more talented musicians then this guy. And they have way more talent then him

[@cathywethington5913]

daanbrekelmans, so.go there. Why come here if you don't like it? But thanks anyway for helping the algorithm

[@daanbrekelmans9165]

@@cathywethington5913 i do like it . I'm just saying that I know much more talented musicians then this guy. I saw him play guitar that was pretty good. But for example i know guitar players who are way better then him

[@Tmacademia]

@@daanbrekelmans9165 ok

[@cathywethington5913]

daanbrekelmans, I'm glad you like Ren. I think my problem was with the bluntness of your comment. If you'd said "I like Ren, but...", I might not have responded. The thing is that it's all opinion mostly. My favorite guitarist is John Butler. If I say he's the best, that's just my taste. I understand on an intellectual level that Hendrix is great, but I don't personally respond to him. I don't mean that all art is equal, that it's ALL just a matter of taste. It's just that once it reaches a certain level, it's a matter of preference. Just like I know Mozart is great, still I prefer Bach or Mendelssohn. Sorry for the long winded reply

[@momdom2280]

GOD SAID,"REN." - AND THEN THERE WAS LIGHT.

[@harleyquinn3589]

Amen and AMEN 🙏🏼 ❤

[@agnes998]

This! ❤

[@Daniela-s6r]

You don't lie. The kid is pure awesome. ♥️♥️♥️

[@BeardFace-j8p]

100 percent

[@randal_gibbons]

And it was good.

[@garyw34]

As a 52 year old that loves the original. This just takes it to another level! thank you

[@Amandatory-Sessions]

🤯 I can’t wait!!! One of my favorite songs of all time & with REN’s vocals 🤌🏽🙌🏽🔥❤️

[@lauren_WI]

YES!!! 👏

[@911aDay]

Ren's lyrics are like a lyrical rollercoaster; they twist, turn, and drop us into a world of emotions. It’s a wild ride, but we're always eager to hop back on! 🔥🔥

[@murrayhutt5450]

Britain's greatest undiscovered genuis. Genuinely love his guy. His music pierces my heart and soul every single time ❤❤

[@jacobinman618]

👌 if the sound of British culture and music could be captured in a song then this is it 👏👏👏

[@atomizedart411]

An artist named Ren. Changed the world with his voice. Joined people with his music.Listen

[@loricowger365]

The Truth

[@MargotCrombie-l1z]

Ren I was only introduced to your amazingness a couple of weeks ago and I’m obsessed!!! This blew me away. Love hearing u sing in this🥰 your voice is amazing and u should treat us to it more ❤️ please come to Scotland soon 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 xxx

[@ericacosat9557]

Ren!!! 40 yo mom here… and you are so important to me. I get through my days listening to your music. I’m a bit autistic and that’s def my excuse to be cringe right now… always had a big interest for rap and music in general… you I mesh w so well, I love it! Thank you so much for putting yourself out there… you’re such a talent, bro. I’ve never in my life said this to anyone. Mark my words… I’m sure one of your biggest fans. Love ya!! Wish you all the best!!!!

[@adamduffus9022]

Wow the ending mate your voice is brilliant 👏

[@cecilyshea444]

I am so very excited about this and all the new music coming down the line as well.

[@RiceyBhoy89]

Bitter sweet indeed. Can only dance your way through it 💚🕺 Another solid live performance Ren 👏🏻😮

[@promisedavis9754]

The artistry Ren puts out is just immaculate. Phenomenal

[@Sarahjayne-x4p]

Love this, love his voice especially at the end❤

[@Gloriousibglorious]

This is one of the most beautiful endings to a song ever

[@KeithDCanada]

Canada misses ya, Legend! I'm so glad you're at home with the people that matter most to ya. Seems to be exactly what you needed. Peace.

[@chumchumanonymous6978]

I love Ren. When he starts actually singing, I want to cry.

[@Cosmogirl014]

I do cry especially to this one.

[@KatanaGSD]

I love both versions of this. But man, so happy you made a live version. Definitely my favorite. Much love as always Ren and wishing you the best of luck while you're focusing on your health🙏❤

[@anthonymalone100]

Just found this guy from his feature with Prof and I've spent my weekend catching up to one of my new all time favorite artists. This dude is incredible!

[@cathywethington5913]

Ah, yes, he is

[@8thGenBrahma]

at 3:17 the deepest part of his soul said "it's my turn to sing now". Love ya dawg, you're a special human

[@acethefreak4785]

Hey ren, I’m 13 and absolutely love your music, you are mine and my mother’s favourite musician and your music is like an escape for me. It calms me down and makes me feel at peace, I also struggle with health problems, both mental and physical so your lyrics really speak to me, love ya ren, keep being you and doing what you love because you’re fantastic at it! 🌍♥️

[@Tom.P.]

This song reminds me of my brother. He died last month at 21 years young. Ill forever miss him and will forever cherish this song. Thank you Ren

[@peterbuckingham5866]

I’m new to Ren this week. What had got me thinking the most is how one person can be gifted with such talent and the artistry that goes with it is immersive

[@Olgalebedeva-uj2fh]

Самородок он.

[@Glitchbitch76]

Ren you have made such a big impact on my mums life, she got into your music quite a while back, she has many of your vinyls and she has you merch and things like that, on June the 4th around 3 months ago I think, my mum passed away in her sleep the night before that day, we found out in the morning on that day, it’s been difficult, but I know how much of an impact you have made in her life, with things about the medical industry and things like that, issues, mental issues, your music stuck with her, she really related to your music and loved it, she’s been to hospital many many of times, it’s a thing that she’s ALWAYS despised, being there and the doctors ending up never helping, always lacking, never being able to sort things for her, just continuously putting her on medication, then taking away the medication that she needs, and it’s been very hard for her, even just her going to hospital for her broken hip and that resulted in her being put on morphine which was really scary for us as a family when she was sent home on it, she saw things and she was out of her head, it took ages for it to wear off, like weeks, and it had a very traumatic effect on her, obviously as she stated she was seeing things and she was in a completely different place, but her hospital trips only became a need, she HAD to go, they told her that she had to go, because she had COPD, it got worse overtime and that was the cause of her passing, but her copd only became more severe overtime and it was a really big struggle for her, but as you could imagine, she HATED the hospital but she would still have to go, she was scared, she was really frightened, she called us many times, or my dad mainly, she always wanted us there with her, she thought she was going to pass in hospital and that thought really terrified her, but as you could imagine the hospital couldn’t do anything about her copd, help her, they even had an incident where one of the doctors were planning to leave her oxygen mask on overnight and didn’t turn it off, that would’ve killed her, if it wasn’t for another doctor pointing it out, they were seriously lacking with my mother and it was hard because I really had to watch her slowly fade away with her battle with copd, she sadly passed in her sleep, at home, on June the 4th, but I just wanted to share her story and share how much of an absolute big inspiration your music was for her and how much she could relate to it, she always had it on, she always looked up to it, she loved your music, I wish should could’ve stayed for things longer but she’s been fighting, for a long time, thank you ren, I’ve got all your vinyls now, and your merch, I keep it for her, and I listen to your music now that she introduced me to you, thank you so much for your music, it always made my mum feel like she wasn’t alone, and that she could really relate with your music. Thank you for being such a big part of her life ren❤

[@samuelvargas5433]

Overthinking...a curse and blessing

[@HGTV__]

This is the best thing I’ve seen or heard in so so long. Currently my favorite video on the internet rn and one of my favorite songs and I’m an American but I feel this song in our own way too.