Ren- How to be me on ig

[@annanelahie4782]

Amazing brother. You’re meant to be here. Right now.

[@lindyosborne4732]

This is so important Ren- the things you and your friends sing about. It will change society - please don't ever stop doing this and thankyou.

[@jasonstewart3996]

Facts!

[@paxtonparis2746]

@@jasonstewart3996 True Facts!

[@katerinavdimitrova]

@@paxtonparis2746as opposed to false facts 😜

[@JosieC2011]

Beautiful.. All I can say is, you didn't cry alone.

[@janneckchristiansen2778]

Ren! Know this, if anything: you're a vessel. You have managed to turn your suffering into something that touches so many people, make them feel, make them smile and make them feel connected. That has to be some of the most beautiful and important things you can do in your life...

[@workingit3055]

Love your blurb at the end. Good on you taking down toxic masculinity. There are so many songs I can barely sing bc I can't get through the lyrics. Was glad to see I'm not alone.

[@steveart123]

Ren, you've just made me smile and cry at the same time, i'm a 57 year old metal head who discovered your music last week, you are an incredible talent and i am loving all your videos; never knew i liked rap. Thank you.

[@elaineross9365]

This is real. This is what people need to see. The real, raw, unedited emotion. Music industry is so polished and lacking this. Keep being you Ren. Your time is now. Just be you.

[@CannaBusTeD]

This just ripped my heart out of my chest, and has me in floods of tears. I recently turned 48, and men of my generation were just not allowed to show these types of emotions at all. "Man up" our parents would say "Stop being such a pussy" I've lost a few good friends to suicide, and all of them were kindhearted, sensitive men, who were made to feel like outcasts, and "weak" for having emotions. I just want to say thank you to you younger generations for having the strength to see that bs for what it is, ie BS. And thank you for being courageous enough to share with us, as I'm sure some of that outdated dogma still exists for you too.

[@HaasGrotesk]

Yes, the same generation that is completely ruining what the strong generation of men built. Man up doesn't men to swallow your feelings. It means to endure the hardships and find strong men to talk with.

[@TheGuyWithNoSubsForAReason]

I get it but I don't. Life is tough.. period.. and you HAVE to be tougher. Having the mindset of "man up" helped me a lot in life.

[@TheGuyWithNoSubsForAReason]

@@HaasGrotesk Better said than I.

[@CannaBusTeD]

@TheGuyWithNoSubsForAReason glad it helped you, but manning up for me is to express my feelings openly.

[@TheGuyWithNoSubsForAReason]

​@@CannaBusTeD I think doing both is possible.

[@ChrisLawton66]

What a beautiful human being he is.

[@cryptokey6bushi516]

"I forgot how to be me." I keep saying these exact words to my therapist. Thank you for your music and being so true and genuine in this fake, sick world.

[@kimbennett3014]

In my journey of loss, I learned this: Grief can't truly be overcome. Your soul just bends to it, and you're never quite the same. But being bent and being broken are not synonymous. ❤️

[@Zill7711]

You have a wonderful way of turning emotion, sadness, loss, heartbreak, in to a strength that transfers itself to others. Crying and smiling at the same time, I grieve for those I have lost and at the same time feel, through your music, an excitement and gratitude for the life I am in.

[@sch7194]

This man & his talent has changed my life 🔥🙏🔥

[@deccadent1]

It’s heartbreaking to find that love sometimes it’s not enough .. grief to live with . ..

[@jillianjones257]

He's such a genuine human. I think that's what magnifies my love for his mysic

[@debbymabel]

Your such a lovely human being with genuine feelings about people who mean so much to you,please don’t change xx

[@tracyrodgers5179]

You posted it because you are the realest fucking person you can be. Never stop being you. It’s your willingness to be vulnerable that generates connection with you. You are beautiful and never forget it.❤️

[@cosmicdebris5260]

Hello Ren 30 years ago I lost my dearest and closest friend. He was always my better half. It took quite a few years but when I think of him now, I like to think of him with a tear and a smile. His name was David. Now you and I will never be alone cuz they are with us.

[@tylerhann4976]

You are amazing please keep being you. Your music has helped me through some dark times 🙏 you are so talented and you relate to so many of us

[@avalondreaming1433]

Ah, Ren! I'm so sorry. You've written him a beautiful song. I know that he's listening.

[@chadharding8216]

Everything Ren does is amazing. By far my favourite musician.

[@workingit3055]

I'm obsessed with him. Last time I was OBSESSED was with Duran Duran when I was 13, forty years ago.

[@internationalkathy6569]

REN, thank you and bless you for sharing all you share with us. It’s why I have fallen in love with you and your music. So refreshingly REAL. Don’t ever change.

[@DogDocKat]

Just found this and it ripped my heart out of my chest. Such a beautiful, heart-felt performance and showcases the need to support men's mental health ❤❤

[@DJSupaflyguy]

Sorry for your loss Ren an your friends would An are proud of you bro from the other side stay strong bro. “WE ALL NEED YOU”

[@angiel3412]

I am very late seeing this video. I’m so sorry for your loss! I know how difficult that is. I love that you’re not afraid to be vulnerable.

[@batsybat666]

I sympathize I lost my best friend in ‘12 it shattered me, going though a hard time n the pain has surfaced again. You are an amazing inspiration, thank you, your music showed up just the perfect time in my life. I can’t express how grateful I am.

[@richardburns9588]

You've restored my faith in music. This must have been like my parents discovering The Beatles, The Kinks, The Who, Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, Jimi Hendrix. You're talent has no bounds. You're a Mozart, a Beethoven, a Chuck Berry, a Smoky Robinson, a Lennon/McCartney, a Bob Marley amalgamation of talent personified. Love you, bro.

[@dianesnowflake]

Love is the cause of grief and the cure. Heartfelt performance. Thank you Ren, for being raw.

[@MetsGalore]

I’ve had this song on repeat for two hours- and I never do that. Living with Stage 4 breast cancer that has travelled to my lungs and bones at 43, (directly after doing chemo, double mastectomy, radiation and chemo again- ) I feel it’s a goodbye song…..that resonates and almost personifies my pain. Certain goodbyes leave a “forever void.” Thank you for expressing some of the most difficult to share experiences of your life with us. It has allowed me to process some emotions that I keep trying to ignore because I don’t feel as though I have permission to mourn. I feel like I not only have to endure all the pain of this disease silently- and it’s treatments, but that I have to do so without letting anyone know how much it hurts to watch your body as it’s taken over by your own rouge cells that refuse to die. Meanwhile you watch yourself slowly disappear, along with all your hopes, dreams, relationships…existence. Thank you Ren. 😢

[@E-plunksna]

Just stop eating sugar, sugary fruits, starch and dark moods! Dark emotions are natural, just don't linger too much. And sugar feeds cancer, go keto!!!

[@E-plunksna]

Btw i didn't have cancer, but I had risk, I was in oncology center and was burrying myself thinking I would die. Then I decided to do EVERYTHING to rescue myself. And here I am after 13 years, healthy and thriving, no one believes how old I am, everyone thinks I am a teenager

[@wendystewart2343]

Sending you a hug and love

[@carolinamardones1153]

Big hug from the bottom of my ❤ keep going, the world need your music, you are so very special. big love from canada,qc, mtl.

[@judigrumm7190]

I have 2 best friends hangin' with yours. They've been gone s long time now but every once in a while something touches me, reminds me and tears come to my eyes. Like this tribute. PS They were both awesome, sweet people, too. Phil Woolard and Jean Purdy.

[@Icarusrider]

aw bud, bless your soul Ren. Its ok to tear up, you're a human with a soul. Don't let society shackle you, be you mate.

[@iamlpinthe312]

Ren you are such a beautiful soul . You have given everyone here so much hope and love through the music that you share with us; your grief is ours as well. ❤

[@jasonstewart3996]

Ren you are such a beautiful and important soul that this world needs. The world is such a better place with you in it.

[@PeteAxeShields]

I know exactly how it feels Ren. My emotions can sometimes catch me out completely when I think of 3 of my lovely pals who took their own lives. My wonderful friend, Mark ( R.I.P ), our drummer, Paul ( R.I.P ) , and my old school pal and later in life our sound engineer, Podge ( R.I.P ) were all amazing human beings who's beautiful lives were cut, tragically, short in the blink of an eye ( but after a lengthy period of personal torture ) I miss every one of them and loved them with all my heart. They brought so much love and joy into my life, and the lives of so many, and it is that which they should be measured upon. My love and respect to you brother. Thank you for your courage and your beautiful humanity for posting this. You are helping more people than you will ever know. Rest in eternal peace Callum and Joe 🙏🙏

[@KarenJohannaMeyer]

Thank you deeply for showing the whole picture of you. And you’re so right about the importance of being open and vulnerable about pain in life that gets unbearable. I reckon it might be of inspiration and give hope and courage to those on this edge😢 Stay and play… Beautiful ❤️🙏🏼❤️ Thanks again And so so sorry for your loss

[@hopetrading3757]

You have helped not only me 50 yo who has suffered her entire life but also my teenage children. Finding your music helps me remember I am not so broken that I am alone. Thank you. Keep being you, your advocacy for mental health is empowering.

[@NecrosisBandit]

God damnit! He's just so awesome!!! 😭🥰

[@kalenaquinones7963]

Oh, Ren, i hope you realize how much the world needs you and your heartfelt music. Keep being you! ❤❤

[@emmablack463]

I was vibing while clean. I heard the choke. I lost a child bud, too. I can so relate 2 this tune.

[@IngaSin]

It's so wonderful to see somebody's soul! Yours, Ren, looks so beautiful! Keep it that way! Be well!

[@donnakurtz9293]

Damn stratght Ren. I have a 20 year old son who won't talk and he hs lost too many people that he knows to suicide. Keeps seeming the demonstration of just what people do. And it is NOT. Parents can say things, educators can say ... even politicians and clergy ... but your platform (wanted or not) is so much more likely to be heard. Heart wrenching. I don't say any of this lightly Ren. You should not have the additional weight on your shoulders after all you have been through and all the young life that I know you greive for having lost so much due to illness. Continue to shine your bright light on us all but be strong against the darkness that comes with it. You have done it for a long time now.

[@cyrusyt7247]

Legends to be remembered ❤️

[@claudiarovers9787]

We need to start teaching our boys that strength comes from accepting and dealing with your vulnerabilities. I had to learn in my 30's that showing my "vulnerabilities" was something that gave me strength instead of making me weak. I know I am a woman and society does allow me to show my feelings, I had not learned that. For me during my childhood it was not a safe thing to do. Now I am 45 and I am working hard on trying to live instead of surviving. Many young man, with a psychological vulnerability, end up in jail, with a substance abuse problem or dead. Women are taught to talk with each other. Maybe dads and mums need to teach their boys that it is okay to feel and share them?

[@tesskennedy4959]

A tribute. How truly sad would it be if no one cried for your friend. Ren, you don’t have to keep your shit together as you said, it’s ok to be how you are in fact it’s one of the many wonderful things about you

[@d2ndborn]

Well done Ren!!!! Beautiful song from a good hearted man to his best friend.

[@andibay3736]

This one had me in tears. I am so sorry for the loss of your friend, Ren, I can’t even imagine what that must be like. My heart also breaks for those who cannot find peace in their lives and feel that’s the only way out. We are definitely on our own life journeys. Unfortunately, there are some things we’re unable to intervene or change because it is not our path… I pray for everyone in this life’s journey that they experience, peaceful growth, love and happiness.🙏💗

[@alysmarcus7747]

thankyou Ren. i lost alot of friends when i was young. by the time i was 24 i thought okay then it's just me left, and her. Her. and i held her for a year while she died . I've now lived long enough that i've been 35 years and more without my friends.

[@Samminthebox]

Lost my uncle who was my rock and godfather just over 2 years ago to the battle ; Living on with that is hard. My heart goes out to you Ren and to all those suffering in the battle yourself or with someone else ; Thank you.

[@FishAngel]

We love uu Been almost 3 years since he took his life thank you for being here We miss you Dustin rest in peace

[@clowndodger6322]

Sorry for your lose. It's heartbreaking. I've been lucky enough to get passed my half century in good health and keep my marbles in a reasonable order. Unfortunately I know many that have not been so lucky. Please know that your music/art/work/words will be saving lives for as long as there are people to watch it. Well done and thank you.

[@tereasabeatson7190]

I love this and also with chinchilla live it’s mind blowing ❤

[@eugeenforest3694]

"Not Manly". Fck that, I come from a russian family where they all told me to be manly. If u cant build a freaking house u are nothing, if u cant do work out to get stronger u are not manly, if u dont drink vodka u are not manly. Now I deal with depression and i had an alcohol addiction which slowly turned into overweight. I could have an easier path but hey, now im sober for 2 years, I am seeing a therapist and I lost weight, not because I try to be "manly" like the society sees it but because I am actually manly. I cry if i feel like it, i scream and be angry if i feel like it. I can tell all of u, the manliest thing u can do is to be u and be open about it. If u build up a wall in your mind that is called "manhood" then it can be taken down. But if you are just yourself and be open... how do u take down air? (english ist not my mother language, i apologize for that)

[@cb5394]

He lives on in your memories never forget we will all meet again

[@rebeccaaspinall7509]

This has hit my heart so much its how I feel after losing my big brother he was my best friend my everything. Thank you

[@drjake25]

True fucking inspiration dude! Been a fan for awhile and your music is all me and my wife and kid jam! I can’t sing for shit, but you inspire me to keep trying everyday! 🖤

[@drjake25]

I hope we cross paths one day man. One love from the USA.

[@ShaunBradley-fs8tm]

It's so refreshing to have you write and sing REAL LIFE, appose to people writing shit for famous people, you've achieved something I think has been lost for millennia when it comes to music, God bless you and thank you Ren 💙

[@CatConsten]

Honoring your departed friend is such beautiful and tender expression. Thank you for sharing yourself with us. You also honor him by living! By living your BEST life you glorify the memory of he who was robbed of living his. He hears you, Ren. I trust that he'd wish nothing but happiness and joy for you!🙏🏻💓🙏🏻

[@kandiceholm521]

Funny ..u say he's gone..he's all around u..ease that mind..u will find. amazing u r...stay blessed...everyday I look I find more..thank u...

[@tweetay03]

You are so fucking amazing, I really do hope you know that! Putting feelings like sorrow and lost out to others, that's strong. And btw just gotta put this out there too: What I would do to just hug and cuddle you❤️😅 #RenMakesMusic

[@vampyrekelli]

This is such beautiful song. Brutal but beautiful. Started crying halfway through. Love you and your music. Hugs

[@pamelamb1111]

The flood gates of Love....are crashing down w this one😢

[@Dona-fu9zh]

Far out...I can't breathe...beautiful boi.

[@mom2majkmt]

Thank you for making the world a more beautiful place ❤

[@majbrat]

I love this version so much

[@charleenk71]

So beautiful! Thank you for sharing your God given talents with us!! ❤

[@staceycline4261]

Rent, This IS SOOOO GIGANTIC FOR ME PERSONALLY! THANK YOU FOR YOUR BRAVERY!!! YOUR MUSIC 🎶 GAVE ME HOPE & COURAGE AS I RECENTLY WENT THROUGH A MISDIAGNOSIS & FACED A SITUATION WHERE I WAS ON THE STREETS OF LOS ANGELES(COUNTY AS WELL) AND YOUR MUSIC 🎶 KEPT ME SANE & STRAIGHT AS I MADE MY WAY BACK TOWARDS MY MEDICAL TREATMENTS FOR THROAT CANCER & HEART DISEASE. AND THIS ENTIRE TIME WITHOUT MY PHONE, $$, & THE LIKE I SHARED YOUR INSPIRATIONAL WORDS & MUSIC 🎶 & YOUR OWN LIFE STORY TO GIVE ME THE COURAGE TO TREK THAT MANY MILES ON FOOT!!! GOD BLESS YOU & ALL OF YOUR ENDEAVORS!!! I'M BLESSED TO HAVE YOU & YOUR FRIENDS TO 💓 SHOW HOW POWERFUL 🎶 Can help a person's SOUL!!! THANK 😊 YOU SO VERY MUCH

[@azrielmateria8050]

Thats pure unscripted humanity right there my friend. i can literally feel your pain through the music and your body language. my condolences on your friend. Takes an abundance of courage to do what you do imho. to be able to get the creativity out of the chaos and strife takes an incredible amount of energy and sheer willpower . im 39 and its hard for me to find music that really touches my soul and grips my heart. this right here does so easily. hope youre doing well buddy.

[@AB-C1]

The paragraphs at the end are SPOT ON..

[@AmaBrigitte]

What a beautiful tribute song for your friend! My deepest sympathy Ren! Thank you for sharing your tears and your song! Hugs and much love ❤️

[@ckinahan1]

I've listed myself on the back of old fashioned milk cartons. Missing since 2015. If you find me, please let me know.

[@joyplant6275]

It's so hard when you loose someone so special we must cry because we love them and miss them.We must hurt it shows you that you are human and care .lots of love to you Ren.

[@blaze3fire]

Thank you so much for being vulnerable enough to share this and give your message, as I can see it is very important to see other men sharing as well, to help heal some of the pain others carry by letting them know they aren’t alone & it’s ok to feel. Everyone has pain and struggle, but people like you and music like yours and Chinchillas offers us as humans help to heal. You are Loved and appreciated. It’s a beautiful tribute to Joe & Callum and know you aren’t alone either, you’re helping, you really are, so deeply.

[@clairepickin5928]

Authentic and beautiful....

[@sherryseeton6749]

Your pain and your poetry is exquisitely intense. You express for all of us the bottomless ache of losing someone very dear. May you find peace.❤

[@GK-vv9ew]

Somehow you’re touching everyone’s hearts and moving us into a better world. I look forward to when you have a world tour.

[@lenechristiansen2663]

I cant express how important you will become for many generations. Thank you for sharing, thank you for being you. Lene61/Denmark

[@patriciahowland9186]

Ren u are just awesome and I think I caught on to you because of the honesty and real person you are. Everytime I listen to hi Ren I just cry because I feel the pain you have ,vbeing a sick individual myself. The invisible diseases that we have suck. To look at us you don't think there is much wrong but inside I am in pain everyday as I know you are. I had Lyme disease, I have eds, fibromyalgia, sjorgrens syndrome which includes a lot of the things I got diagnosed with separately for years. It sucks but I've learned to deal with a lot of the pain without meds. I thought 9 prescriptions was a lot until I saw what you take daily. God bless you Ren and thank you for sharing everything you do including your wonderful music. ❤😊

[@lizavanzyl7910]

Ren... I'm just a nobody to you... but to me you are a pioneer leading a whole new generation with a culture that lives for speaking their truth. All your songs resonates soooo fucking deeply with me...but this one in particular moved me to my core... the battles are real, and shouldn't be sugarcoated .... Every fucking day is a war on this battlefield called life... People are quick to call you out on the odd one you lose here and there...but no one sees the 99 that you won in between. Keep fighting the good fight... I would fucking kill to collaborate with you... you vibe on the right frequency... Good on you... never thought I can be so fucking proud of a complete stranger, but know that I am...more than you can ever imagine. I'd love to sit and have a deep, meaningful conversation with someone like you who knows exactly how to channel all these emotions and battles into something other people going through the same struggles can relate to.. in constructive way..... What you have is one of life's most precious gifts... I'm rooting that you keep channeling all the hurt and all the pain in the right way... you have become a huge inspiration in my life and I just want to say thank you from the bottom of my heart all the way from South Africa and give credit where credit is due... The world is your oyster. Live It Love It ***ROCK IT!!!!*** Much respect and much Love, Liza van Zyl 💜🤘🏻🐺🔥🌺🦄

[@swazer72]

Huge hug from California mate. You’re an inspiration. You helped me to not be ashamed of my diagnosis. Thank you

[@bronwynread2990]

My heart goes out to you Ren that was one of the most beautifully moving piece of music I’ve ever had the privilege of witnessing! I found you just b4 the loss of a dear dear friend and your music especially this song, everybody drops and more are getting me thru it giving me a platform for emotion or calmness so please take comfort your pain is many’s strength xox

[@elenaorujev3494]

Love this version so much - watch it every day

[@grannymegrannyiam6886]

This is why we love you Ren!❤

[@jamiev3641]

Im so blessed to have found you a while back. Thank you for being the vessel we all need.

[@DonnaPoynton.]

Beautiful,Love you Ren ❤

[@howardratcliffe8206]

Ren, I watch all your stuff. Never a wasted sentiment or moment on screen. Keep bringing these powerful messages of truth. Don't ever change! Even if Sony come calling. God bless, Peace.

[@malyndahansen5741]

It really feels god sent you for this purpose. You're bringing such a bright light to these dark topics. You're uniting us all around the world with your beautiful, meaningful music. All I can say is thank you Ren.

[@christinapeck966]

I’m so sorry for your loss REN 😢❤️‍🩹🙏🏽🎶

[@HopeBottini]

I love that guitar. Oh and you to ren! Thank uou

[@SGI999]

Wonderful composition. ‘Being me’ is fluid. I liked your me back when and I liked your me last month… and yesterday and tomorrow and…

[@Musiklife.9049]

Oh lad, can’t believe I’m just seeing this. I remember when my son lost a good friend and he stayed in his room crying…obviously shock at first. Down the track he went into a profession where he could help people. Loving what you are doing and trying to get you noticed where I can. Look forward to the day you can travel and I can watch you live….in New Zealand…or when I’m in the UK!! 😅 Hugs

[@patriciamoon4469]

So sorry, it is devastating when we loose someone we love so dearly. There is really nothing anyone can say to make you feel better. I know because I lost my sister on Christmas Day in that same situation. But there is one thing I have learned is I am so grateful for the years we had together and somehow I feel that she is still here with me. I hope maybe that will bring some comfort to you. This was years ago for me. Much Love!

[@MattyRouter]

Yes,Beautiful,he knows the answer now,imagine that.Love Bro.

[@timstoll237]

can listen to this again & again..

[@mariaarmenta1341]

Just beautiful Ren ❤❤❤

[@AidanSpeak]

This was the first song of yours I found nearly 3/4 years ago now congrats man don't let the spot light dry you up yeee

[@carad2008]

My partner and I lost a good friend, a dear mixed up soul who hanged himself in his kitchen at age 45. It was during the first year of Covid and his social life, DJing, was stopped. He would not tell any of his friends what the problem was no matter how we tried to get him to talk. There was no face-to-face therapy available, all remote. We have never recovered from it. There's a hole where he used to be. Some of us feel that we 'let him down'. His mother is devastated. There is never any mention of the seemingly taboo subject of male suicide. Something is wrong in our society.

[@jamiewalker8772]

Awe bro. 😭 I’m due at work in 10 mins and this teared me up… All i could think about was Byron then you stop and said why. 🙈 Awee c’mon bro I can’t be rocking up to work full of alpha “dawgs” like this 😅 you got me good. Damn man that hit hard. You deal with stuff in a healthy way. I’ve never been able to play since he “died”

[@johnstoneruth8809]

Brave lad you are to talk like this... in all homage to your friend now gone... good on yer... been there recently.. hang on tight....big love to you....

[@susybetts3876]

This is amazing Ren, everything about it is beautiful and deep and so relevant to so many who have experienced this pain. Your music is visionary, I love everything you do, truly life changing and filled with your very unique style. Please get well and keep doing what you’re doing the world needs your brilliance. ❤

[@butch4111]

Beautiful! Just Beautiful!!