Singer Reacts - REN - SICK BOI

[@littleraven133]

You had my attention right away, and you did not disappoint. Very insightful breakdown. I think I'll go smash that subscription button now. Looking forward to seeing more.

[@xdaniedx]

Alright... No lie you had me hitting the sub button THREE seconds in! All it took was "Hey motherf**kers, and welcome" I hit the pause button to take a second to replay in my head what I thought I heard to make sure I really heard what I heard. Then when I realized I heard an intro to a video that sounded EXACTLY how me and my friends all greet each other I hit the Follow button. I didn't even care if after I restarted the video if you hated this song and trashed it, I was staying subbed just for that amazing greeting haha. I knew you would love this video and song, but still in a world where every KZbin personality and reactor spews the same happy sappy video speech that's all rehearsed and faked, a simple "Hey motherf**kers, and welcome" is the realest thing I've heard anyone say in here in long time! Haha And Toasting? Totally learned something new in the music world and I'm blown away. Another thing I need to look into!

[@joannewilson2395]

I really found your reaction interesting. Ive watched so many reactions to this track but you made some new observations i hadn't heard before. Looking forward to more 😊😊

[@alanmai5656]

100 percent love your reaction, your insight is awsome cant wait to hear you do the tale of jenny and scsreech all 3 parts in 1. hugs all around

[@momishka7]

I recently saw him in an interview and he was really into the book animal farm and he made reference that the pig was his rabbit from Donnie Darko lol it’s like he’s taking the piss out of animal farm. That’s why Animal flow has the entire farm he is so brilliant!

[@robertproctor9747]

Wow! What an incredible reaction! I think the best I've ever seen to this video (and, believe me, I have seen many). I also learnt a lot. So thank you. A new subscriber here.

[@Lynxeye-Youtube]

I liked the note about the Bulgarian choir in Ren's song. They are indeed spectacular harmonic constructions and vocal arrangements. Also spectacular are the "Tenore de Orosei" and "Tenores Di Bitti"... if you don't know them, take a look at them - I think you'll like them! How fantastic it is that an Artist (in capital letters, as he is) like Ren, in addition to everything else that constitutes him and that he gives us through his music, can also make us wander through so many other places and cultures, music and genres. Thanks for the reaction. P.S. Forgive my English... blame google translator.

[@samarafgscvs]

I'M BLACK AMERICAN that lives for Ren reaction i dont think anyone ever said what the choir is-- so thank you and love your reaction! Great energy.

[@calle444]

I love how you gave examples to what you were talking about. Well done. ❤

[@sampanther8854]

Wow thanks for sharing your knowledge.. Amazing ❤✌️ we all love Ren 😊

[@pointlesslab4179]

Great reaction. F*ing genius, as you said. I was a bit stuck on “stereroid” too and my inner editor did moan, but I ignored him

[@tvadakia]

I could listen to your voice all day.

[@johnholmes2146]

Okay, so it's NOT just me?!?🙂

[@kellyt5341]

I'm a Christian and conservative at that. I can guess our ideology, beliefs and values are probably polar opposites. Yet we do have something in common and that is "Ren", I also love him and his music. I have children his age and feel very protective of him, like a maternal instinct. I fully enjoyed your break down and I definitely learned somethings I never knew. You are very knowledgeable on these subjects and that makes you a great reactor, much better than the average for sure. It has been a pleasure listening to you and your reaction to " Sick Boi". I would love to see you do a reaction to "Seven Sins" . It is one of my favorites on the sick boi album. Our poor boy gives us a peek into his mind and how bad the pain is. It makes me cry like many of his other songs he has made over the years. Thank you.

[@SabiWhitefluff-fc5od]

I’ma Christian too. My Dad was a pastor for many years before becoming a professor of philosophy a at a works renowned Christian grad school. My parents are much more conservative than I. And yet they have always supported trans people and our family now fully supports my trans nephew. Christianity does not condemn anyone for being who they are; who God crates then to be. Not all Christians believe a trans person must have polar opposite views and values. It’s good that you found one commonality, but I know you would find many more of you looked.

[@xdaniedx]

This is the thing I wish more people would do in this world. Realize we have different backgrounds, ideals, beliefs everything and we are all NEVER going to 100% agree on everything. But that's what makes humans great is we are NOT the same, no two humans are alike, even twins have differences that make them only one of and let's start respecting each other's differences and stop thinking that everyone is our enemy. We have more in common with each other than we don't. And if something horrible happens where the government is no more it's going to be each other regardless of ANY difference that has to help each other. Cause no government agencies that steal our paychecks and call it "taxes" is ever going to be there when it hits the fan. There's a reason they're doing everything they can to get rich. They'll be safe in their gated communities with security while we truly have to rely on each other to survive. So many people will be disappointed that they wasted so many precious years hating their neighbors over politics instead of getting to know and love their neighbor.

[@JohnSane]

@@SabiWhitefluff-fc5od Christianity does not condemn anyone for being who they are. Erm? I guess you gonna believe what you wanna believe?

[@SabiWhitefluff-fc5od]

Ah yes, I misspoke. Christianity; the Christians themselves, will condemn anyone for anything a bit different. But God and true Christianity that studies and follows the teachings of Christ, do not condemn anyone for being who they are; who God created them to be. Sadly most Christians don’t understand the complexities of translations through multiple languages and across vastly different cultures and time periods, and how to read, study and follow God’s teachings in the Bible with that in mind.

[@clarissathompson]

@@SabiWhitefluff-fc5od There's also the fact that there are certain expressions that have lost their meaning or understanding through time that can affect interpretation. I heard a great example, in 2000 years, will people know the difference between what we called a butt dial versus a booty call? It's all about context in the time it was written.

[@peterveste6976]

thank you for reacting to my favourite artist ever more Ren please ❤❤

[@CasperLD]

Fantastic breakdown. Loved this. Instant sub.

[@crook8468]

Renegades mount up ❤

[@jasonmoccaldi9336]

I loved your reaction to this. Please 🙏 give the tale of Jenny and Screech full version a reaction. Id love to hear your insight. Thanks!

[@chrisparti]

Wow what brilliant and informative reaction, I learnt so much.. I cant wait to see you react to more Ren... much love from Wales (birthplace of the Ren) 😁❤

[@daviddeath6029]

Love the way you broke this down Alex did I tell u my daughter is called alix but spealt this way! 😊 You must do hi ren by him next 👽

[@mikepiccione886]

At 4 minutes in and I realized you're worth subscribing to ❤ and I need to hear More of what You gotta say😮

[@mikepiccione886]

I've been a music lover now my whole life you know 47 years and I didn't think i'd actually learn new stuff from a reactor 😮😂this is awesome❤

[@michaelgrabner8977]

I´m pretty sure the tune used here by Ren is called "Bre Petrunko" which is an old Bulgarian Folklore song performed by the Koutev Bulgarian National Ensemble

[@NanaM1984]

Love him too!

[@jasonremy1627]

This is seriously the best analysis of this song. Subbed.

[@rebeccaburnell9319]

100% this. Reactors who like Ren seem to love the track, but so few hit the notes she did here. Really really impressive, and greatly appreciated! ❤

[@user-mrs_potts]

I watch a lot of Ren and chinchilla reactions, you are so different and intelligent in your approach, loved it and really appreciate your honest self.

[@jeanninegervais5874]

Glad I found you. I’ve been listening to Ren since March of last year. Many hours a day. He’s replaced all of my previous music hero’s. I was in the David Bowie fan club in 1973, saw the Sex Pistols, Roxy Music,Nick Cave(❤), and 1000 more. But Ren’s music is always in my heart. Look forward to more of your content.

[@karlbecker8775]

Ren won't admit to it, but he is a fantastic actor. Most of his videos are live single takes, and he always pulls them off.

[@jeanwyenberg2774]

Yes...he is a superb actor. I am involved in theatre on an amateur level and as a directory I would do just about anything to be able to work with someone as naturally talented as he is.

[@cherrybomb1386]

Can't wait for you to watch Hi Ren and The tales of Jenny and Screech and Violet

[@JulieAiken]

Fantastic reaction! Just before you pointed out that I was taking the breaths in and out, I realized I was doing it. Every time it gets me. I love that you noted that! Also, the fact that each song and video takes us one step higher, one step more to where we think THIS time his true genius has shown itself. And then the next one is even better. I'm waiting for him to come back down, but I think he is also a genius at knowing what to release when to build his power and mystique. He's amazing, isn't he? I'm 62 years old and I've seen and heard a lot, but I've never encountered a talent like Ren. I feel blessed to be alive when he is. Saying that makes me sound like a crazy fanatic, and maybe I am, but we are legion. Another Ren reactor I had to subscribe to, thanks!

[@sammyd8860]

Loved your reaction - some really interesting bits in there like the Bulgarian choir, toasting and how Ren uses pitch. I haven't heard a single reactor mention any of those, let alone all 3, so thank you for that ! Totally agree with you about how shitty it is at the moment for Trans people. I don't know any Trans people off hand for me to be kind to, so please accept my kindness and solidarity in this message. I have liked and subscribed.

[@Alexandrasaurus]

❤🧡💛🧡❤

[@ankerbraut101]

Yes, I totally agree.👏 I'm watching Ren reaction for a year now but nobody came up with these three points. This is what I hope to get from a reaction channel, that I learn something. And that you give us examples of the things you want to explain shows that you are a very good teacher. I bet you give lessons in "real life"? I subscribe and am almost begging for a reaction to Seven Sins. 😍🙏

[@jessbordeaux9845]

How have I lived 50 years and not known or heard Bulgarian chanting? Beautiful! Thank you for sharing. Or toasting??? My friend YOU are brilliant!

[@tomothywalker]

Loved your insights… it’s rare to see and hear something new after seeing so many Ren reactions, but you packed in about half a dozen or so in one video. Thanks!

[@SabiWhitefluff-fc5od]

Really excellent reaction; I love to learn things and I learned a lot from you just now! So many reactions are all the same with very limited knowledge, just emotional response. While I’m an extremely emotional person, I have that side covered; I’m looking to reactions for something new and intriguing and found it here in droves. Thank you! By the way, my nephew is trans and while things are going pretty smoothly for him now, I worry as he goes to high school next year, and when he interacts with the world outside the safe places he’s carved out for himself. I wish I could change the world for him. I wish you all the best, and thank you for this really excellent reaction!

[@Thomas.Saunders]

This is the first of your reactions I've seen. A more than respectable job. I've watched literally hundreds of reactions to Ren's music, and that of his circle of friends: Sam Tompkins, The Big Push, and Chinchilla, among other. And your reaction here is one of the most informative and perceptive, especially since it's not a long song. New subscriber now and looking forward to seeing more of your reactions. A member of the LGBTQ+ community myself, and I agree with you about the treatment of Trans people. It's especially unfortunate that they're targeted for political gain by some politicians. Thanks and Be Well.

[@OjayCore]

Great reaction and very interesting and knowledgeable information you gave.

[@pirateship74]

This is FANTASTIC!!! Great reaction! I learned so much....Stay strong, Alexandra! New sub

[@iamsquatty]

Ren is the best at adding syllables to make the line work. He does it with Toblerone(tobalarone) too 😂 and ive heard him do it with the word mattress(mattaress) too. Great reaction! More ren pwease 😊💜

[@polarmoss]

Very well done and enjoyable analysis. Please continue to provide your perspective on REN. I’ve seen so many and you helped me hear it like new again. ❤

[@KittyInTheGarden]

Thanks Alexandra, great reaction. I'm a new subscriber. I'm told the Bulgarian song in the background is called Bre Petrunko, and the sample has been used in various other popular songs. It's so beautiful. Thanks for playing the (French) Bulgarian song. It's very beautiful. I love it because of the drone note, and the close intervals and interesting rhythms. Ren actually didn't create the beat for this one, it's a modified version of "ЯГА" (YAGA) (2021) by KUJO. He has mentioned before that he's fascinated by different scales to our Western ones, so I guess that's why he picked it. As far as I can tell he made the beat for Sick Boi 2, and that one starts with a Finnish choir to mirror this one. I would guess it's more an expression of PTSD rather than ADHD, because at the 39 second mark of the video there is a quick flash of the pig slitting his throat spliced in for just a frame or two. That, and the patronising, gaslighting attitude of the psychiatrist figure. I never heard of toasting before but what you say makes total sense. Wow, that's totally true about the art of escalation. I don't know how I didn't notice that pitch change before. I don't know how many times I've listened to this song, but it's a lot. Sorry people can be shite. Keep being you x

[@francesdoll4039]

Just a bit of info for you. Ren has both adhd AND PTSD from having continued contact with doctors like this. So hw isn't acting reallt, though he US a great actor, he says that he us saying all the things he wished he could say back then to all the doctors who told him he was crazy, when he was actually sick.

[@KittyInTheGarden]

I think you can still call it acting in the sense that he has to put himself in that feeling even if it's not what he is naturally feeling in the moment.

[@jeanwyenberg2774]

Yes, he is pulling from his personal experiences....but not everyone could do it as well. Most couldn't. And if you look at the Tales....those are not his personal experiences but his acting is brilliant throughout. He embodies the characters that he is playing. As with most of the things he does so well, he has not had training...it is just another in his long list of talents.

[@jasonremy1627]

Ren does the same thing to all of us.

[@Barzo7]

Great reaction video..... Ren fan and new sub..... Thanks

[@rebeccaburnell9319]

OMG ty SO MUCH for adding the snippit of the choir... Bulgarian choral music lights up every single corner of my brain and Ren using this incredible sample to such glorious fucking effect is part of how Ren won me over hook line and sinker. Also, I *LOVE* that you pointed out how he shifts his vocal pitch as he moves in and out of intensity through this track. Free Palestine, and trans rights are human rights. ❤

[@GhostofTUHHH]

Fastest reactor to ever catch it! earned a sub from me easily for that.

[@kierand600]

Love your reaction and music knowledge ❤ I'm a new fan

[@morecrayonsplzmcw4836]

Bravo!! I enjoyed your insight, nicely done... new sub🎉

[@deaniegarcia5694]

Would love to see you do Chalk Outlines with Ren and Chinchilla 🔥🔥🔥

[@im2yz4u17]

Wow. I absolutely love your style of reaction and analysis. There are few who can do this properly that makes the reaction super interesting. Subscribed. I can't wait to see more of your work, especially anything REN. The Pig I believe generally represents 'the system', whatever that system may be. The system is the general oppressor In this song the oppressor is the healthcare system. Ren was bitten by a tic and misdiagnosed for many years. Ultimately he was diagnosed with Lyme Disease. By then it had set in hard in his body and was not eradicated by usual methods. In 'Money Game' Ren uses the imagery of a bag over the heads of all individuals to represent the system and oppression of the money game we all are playing. Ren does not have a bag on his head becasue he is orchestrating the money game.

[@Alexandrasaurus]

Thanks very much 💚

[@dmasters1970]

Love the way you break it down. You have my sub ❤ from D in the UK 🇬🇧

[@nathanwood8028]

I'd love to see your take on Money Game part 3, great reaction!

[@kevbruce9191]

I love the music education we get from your brilliant mind. Exceptional breakdown More Ren please 🙏 His lyrics are so well thought out, and he never wastes a word.

[@silversong4VR]

You're quickly becoming one of my favourite reactors. I love that I learn something new in every video and that you are unapologetically you. As a 61 yr old white sis female from a tiny Canadian province, I find that refreshing. So glad to have found your channel and look forward to binging your other videos.

[@Alexandrasaurus]

💚💛💜💛💚

[@Spugedelia77]

Oh, that husky sound of yours!

[@Spugedelia77]

I'd like to comment here something that not everybody can read. Silly me.

[@JoesTheBestInTheWorl]

Koutev Bulgarian National Ensemble - Bre Petrunko - kzbin.info/www/bejne/gKHEmJure76maLs There are several choirs and mixes available, have fun.

[@rapzilla76]

You do a great job. More please.

[@goobydoot]

Sterroroids to me also makes me think he put terror in on purpose…because it’s Ren….

[@Alexandrasaurus]

Yes - that's a much better interpretation. It only occurred to as I was editing!

[@eryksun]

4:37, the beat is "ЯГА" (YAGA), which was produced by KUJO in early 2021. Obviously Ren produced the vocals for his rap verse, and he mixed the overall song. Here's KUJO's demo video for the beat stems: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4OnqXt8jtd6o6s

[@Alexandrasaurus]

Thanks - very interesting. It's still a sample of a Bulgarian choir as far as I can tell, but really interesting to hear the source beats.

[@kt_kroovy1031]

Hello! Your channel popped up today and this is my first time watching. I absolutely enjoyed your analysis and bits of musical education. Never even heard of toasting til today 😁 Also, is that a picture of Louise Brooks behind you? 💗🦇💗 subbed!

[@lulumeto]

New sub here, very informative reaction and of seen hundreds of them. Can't wait to watch your previous Ren reactions. Thank you❤

[@ulladencker60]

❤❤❤ Hope you will make more reactions to Ren.

[@DonutCockapoo]

3 things - great intro - Louise Brooks - Les Voix Bulgare - got my sub……

[@spruce381]

Totally agree with the toasting ref. Isn’t that what Kool Herc, a Jamaican bring to the Bronx 50 odd years ago. Gill Scott was doing a yank version before that - you know all this, and more, man’s transplaining - soz. Love your reaction. 👍😎

[@marknich1577]

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[@seagull01-cp8pb]

God damn I was doing the in and out breathing thing😅 you are a very canny reactor. Subscribing in the hope for more great Ren insights.💕👍🦇

[@lunadyana3330]

Subbed just to support a trans reactor, great reaction was a bonus And hell the fuck yeah, free Palestine!

[@oopsdidItypethatoutloud]

Toasting, cool. Sounds a bit punk like x-ray spex I always thought it's not rap. He does rap in some. Thanks for introducing a new word to me and the choir knowlage ❤

[@gingergardner4374]

Sick boi sick boi bitten by a tick boi.💚

[@pirada74]

❤❤✌

[@AbbyLeonard-n9x]

Thank you for your knowledge and skillful reaction. I subscribed and would love to see you react to Chalk Outlines by and Ren x Chinchilla!!!

[@woodywoodman2319]

Ya Gotta do his last two songs... Fred Again Mash Up and today's release Back on 74/Message in a Bottle! Both are OUTSTANDING!!!!

[@TanyaQueen182]

I'm not trans, but I do have ADHD! Great reaction loved it!!

[@MichaelCRush]

What an excellent reaction. Just found you, but I'll definitely be watching more of your work. Re: Ren & Reggae - kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4TIdKiIapalm80

[@Alexandrasaurus]

Thanks very much, and thanks for the link - I've seen that one a few times - I really like it. My fave Ren reggae track is Children of the Moon.

[@Beanstalks314]

Great reaction to an AMAZING person; Ren is possibly my favorite artist-not to be hyperbolic, but fck it. Also, yes-Trans Rights ARE HUMAN RIGHTS……IDK why this even needs to be mentioned, but, well, here we are… And, (obviously) free Palestine.

[@Alexandrasaurus]

💚💛💜💛💚

[@christopherjimenez9758]

If you're going to be reacting to music don't pause right in the middle of a verse. Wait for a break

[@itsakittyting]

I don't like to be called a MF'er by someone I clicked on the first time ever, just some constructive criticism here. I love Ren and the choir too - my mum has the same last name as you - he's not acting, this is his life he's talking about

[@oopsdidItypethatoutloud]

Free everyone 😢 I have no love or hate for Israel Settlement of land by often not nice people and many other things are dreadful. To reach a place for everyone. First they all need to look at truths that seem ignored. Bear with me on this and don't get angry. When Palastine was 1 place, the Jews were 1/3 of the Palestinians. I know many have moved there but the Jews didn't fall from the sky... they are the Palestinians as much as any Christian or Muslim. It frustrates me when important things arent part of a conversation that must happen if people are to live with each other. For a long time the Jews had been lets say bullied and thats often used as a flimsy reason for many piss poor acts they've done. The same is true the other way around and it's this lack of conversation over these many years that has led to where they are. People must stop ignoring facts that are inconvenient to the advancment of either sides cause and talk openly about the ill's of their own side I've always believed openly admitting your own wrongs and inconvenient truths that hurt your own argument is the best place to start to buil that road we all need built ❤❤

[@Daren0707]

Am I sure this is an honest 1st time reaction? Sorry but…….NO! I believe it’s a rehearsed reaction. The example of Bulgarian choir just being to hand is suspect.

[@Alexandrasaurus]

I don't do first time reactions.