So many SOUNDS!! First time Reaction & Vocal ANALYSIS - Ren. ANIMAL FLOW

[@buddy7467]

"Mary, Mary, Quite Contrary" “Contrary” is one way to describe a murderous psychopath. This popular English nursery rhyme, which reads like a solicitation for gardening advice, is actually-according to many-a recounting of the homicidal nature of Queen Mary I of England, a.k.a. Bloody Mary. A fierce believer in Catholicism, her reign as queen-from 1553 to 1558-was marked by the execution of hundreds of Protestants. (Silver bells and cockle shells, in this understanding, are actually torture devices, not garden accouterments.)

[@cherylrobbins715]

I understand Ren loves Animal Farm. This video is based quite a bit on that book. You can see on the whiteboard in the video 7 items that are directly from the book. Finally the 2 pigs - directly from the book. Outstanding analysis of REN’s use of his voice throughout this piece.

[@hollyshaw-elliemae]

theres also some clockwork orange sprinkled in there. hes really into that imagery as well. the white suit, the cane, the stances and limp, all clockwork orange imagery. its beautiful and thought provoking while slapping my earholes and i love it so much

[@Simon-et4hu]

Thanks for your input it's quite enlightening! I know these are supposed to be part of my culture 😅

[@Tessimistic420]

Agreed 💯

[@Tessimistic420]

@@Simon-et4hu "my culture"? You animal 😂👍

[@masoud786]

i think the whole pig face/symbol is an inspiration from animal form... though it might go beyond that...

[@lynette.]

A lot of nursery rhymes are dark political stories long forgotten.

[@NilZed1]

People are missing that element. I intend to listen specifically for them and look them up later today. I easily noticed 3, Mary had a little lamb, Mary quite contrary and kittens washing mittens. Did you catch any others?

[@lilgit9969]

My brain dances when I listen to Ren. He gives me happy chemicals....never experienced that with any other "singer"......he's on another level.

[@rhetteck9]

And the fact ren films his videos in one take is masterful. The choreography you need to pull it off is amazing.

[@jeremycasper8686]

My brother’s name is Rhett! Awesome name, I just don’t see it very often. ✌🏼

[@rhetteck9]

@@jeremycasper8686 Thanks man appreciate it 💯 yeah it’s a cool name but like you say you don’t see it often but not so good though if you been naughty lol as you can imagine 😂

[@rhetteck9]

@@stevenmeyer9674 i watched the premiere and ren was in the chat they shot 3 one take videos and this is the one he used 😊

[@jeremycasper8686]

@@stevenmeyer9674 he explained on a different post that it was one take. Took them all day to get it right.

[@b.2775]

Ren is a master of suspense & storytelling... and though it looks easy he allways has a perfect & complex concept on all levels... also the music comes with any easy flow here so the heavy lyrics have a higher impact... perfect voice from melodic whispering to hard rap . But basically it sounds sooo coooool 🤩🤟

[@gjstone368]

Does anyone else remember the velvet portraits of dogs playing poker, which seemed to be on the walls of every house hold, in the 1980s? That little egg too me back…

[@NoCanDu]

On black velvet!

[@nickfindsgold9788]

Released the day before the Coronation of a new King ... well played sir ✌️

[@blackberrystag]

I especially love that, while going down the stairs, you can hear Ren saying "yumyumyumyumyum" in the background. Or is it "meowmeowmeowmeowmeow"? Whichever it is, it's amusing.

[@TheBeelzboss]

I absolutely fucking love that Ren is getting all of this love. He's such a genuinely nice and caring person with incredible talent. He's been through so much hard times and as he continues to recieve treatment in Canada hopefully he gets most of his former health back to live a better life going forward.

[@glitchtulsa3429]

George Orwell-Animal Farm--directly referenced throughout, both visually and lyrically.

[@Jaxxx365]

So many think it’s Ren flexing rather than a message behind it all. It’s Ren there’s always a hidden message although this is blatant

[@jonathanbouthillette753]

@@Jaxxx365 the writing on the wall at the beginning is a direct animal farm reference

[@blaze3fire]

I watch Knox Hill as well for the lyrical (& just about everything else,lol) breakdown and he caught that Ren is talking about, & the video characters are George Orwell’s Animal Farm 😁 I LoVe watching your reactions for your vocal breakdowns (& all your awesome facial expression in the excitement of it all❤) thank you for that and sharing your vocal mastery.

[@jamesbell8861]

I LOVE that growl as a texture rather than a Main feature. And you are right ... REN is coming into himself and UNAFRAID to experiment. Now that he's had some good response with some really LEFT FIELD genius nonconforming art performances. George ORWELL would be proud. If they remake an "Animal Farm 2024" ... This will be the shoe in soundtrack. Who knows ... lets cast Ren with Johnny Depp and do it as a Blockbuster Macabre Music theater, in the spirit of Sweeney Todd. Now I'd even be excited to see a full GRIMM'S Macabre Fairy Tale music theater, dark and the way the brothers meant it to be !!!

[@yzScott]

I was searching for your reactions to Eva Cassidy. I am pretty surprised she's not come up on your channel. I'm sure we'd all learn a lot from your take on her. She recorded a live album on stage in a DC jazz bar. Soon after she was diagnosed with cancer. Ten months later and she was gone. She should have been a superstar and remains largely unknown. A few tracks off that live album caught on in the UK, but few people in the US know of her. It's been more than 25 years since she passed. I bring her up here, because I love her for much the same reason I love Ren. Her ability to pack her vocals with emotion is flawless. She also self-accompanies on guitar and her chops are incredible. Besides her incredible technical singing ability, her voice was naturally delicious like a Patsy Cline or Chris Stapleton. I guess, if I had to pick a track to start with, "Fields of Gold." She has unique sensibility that lets her cover things in a way that makes them feel completely new while somehow retaining enough respect for the feel of the original. That is, I guess she's most known for her ability to interpret a song you already know.

[@comrie22]

Ren commented to another reactor that there will be singing in his next song! Cant wait to see your reaction to it ❤

[@PoliticallyPink]

Ren commented to this reactor/coach that he'd watched a lot of his videos to improve his singing. (Hi Ren reaction)

[@Dragonartykay]

I totally agree with you with repeatedly listening to Rens music. I just can’t stop. It’s brilliant and addictive. Great analysis and reaction.

[@futurethinker3390]

This whole video is around the book Animal Farm and George Orwell 1984. Read the wall in the beginning are the 7 rules right out of Animal Farm.

[@boxicuk1620]

👏👏👏

[@protarget1]

As mentioned It based on George Orwell's Animal Farm which is a big Skit on the Russian Revolution. Basically The animals had enough the the humans exploiting them. So they revolted and kicked the humans off They made up 7 rules last one, is all animals are equal (Communism) The 7 rules are written on the wall at the beginning of the Vid 😊

[@Patrick-.-]

The "beatbox" in this song is similar to the one he does in "The Hunger"

[@fourcornersofbrighton]

As I'm watching this with you and thinking about the vocal dynamics. It occurs to me that as he compared himself to a volcano/lava as he walks down the hallway at a steady pace but the video picks up speed as the blood flows down the stairs. It gives the feeling of something flowing faster downhill then the wave crashing through the hallway downstairs.

[@BadApple4Life]

That growl is why id be thrilled to see him do a collab with Ashnikko! Her lyrics and visuals are insane too!!!

[@gypsysouldier]

Have you checked out Ren in The Big Push. They are a busking band Talk about talent! Ren sings but so do 2 other band members depending on what their playing. They play a lot of cover songs but they have originals, as well. Wade in the water/Nina Simone and I Shot the Sherrif/Road to Zion/Hip Hop are two of my favorite for vocals. I absolutely love how they mash up songs. There performances are live and they take you on a roller coaster ride. ❤

[@charliebradbury3450]

Very Orwellian and yup clock work, it's SOOO freaking good! Those background sounds just hit hard. ❤ love your appreciation and ability to point out new awesome layers.

[@stevenmeyer9674]

I first noticed Ren being influenced by Stanley Kubrick's (Anthony Burgess) Clockwork Orange in the Tales trilogy.

[@yummy_slippers471]

REN is just an absolute mastermind with his songs in general. I've watched other youtubers break down the lyrics, beat, pacing, now vocals. He's just an absolute genius that needs WAY more recognition than he already has. Edit: Even the video has some pretty good easter eggs, it's not just a crazy video for the sake of craziness.

[@sophiablow3422]

He is like the new Bowie. His music is radically different, and exciting. But has something unique in the broad appeal he exerts through different generations. Its themes are dark, but human and compelling. That extraordinary talent.

[@daemonnice]

Ren is inspiring in so many ways. I equate him to that rare breed of performer, the David Bowie or Prince, who is not just a good musician and song writer, a story teller, but a performer, a visual artist, a philosopher. A troubadour of his time.

[@lillyvanpug]

Being in the mind of REN will have you questioning your upbringing 😂 Nursery rhymes are a menace😂 Njom, njom, njom 🤤 King of the Animal Realm

[@MissMeKate]

I love the way you tease out all the techniques he has used, especially the subtle things that many of us don't realise are deliberate uses of his voice as instrumentation. It's exciting to watch someone Ren learnt from now analysing his music and breaking it down for future students.

[@joshbarwick]

Hey Chris! Glad you're enjoying Ren, he's super talented. Love all his music, but I hope he sings more so you can break it down! Loved your chalk outlines vid, which really helped me improve the way I sing it with a guitar! I'd recommend checking out songs of his with The Big Push. - It's alright - Englishman in new york. - I Shot the Sheriff/Road to Zion/Hip Hop All the best man.

[@delfonic_rocketship]

That last one you mentioned is SO good!!!

[@bosbornefischer]

Ren has basically 2 albums that he will be releasing while he's in Canada--Sick Boi which focuses on his rap and hip hop and a second that he hasn't said the title of (that I know of) which will focus more on his singing/guitar/piano chops. Trust the process.

[@joshbarwick]

@@bosbornefischer nothing to do with trusting his process or not! Was more about wanting to watch Chris break down more singing vids :)

[@jonathankall3062]

Yes. Pls listen to these ADDING ‘Bongo Bong’ !!

[@Rustlers-RG]

Shoots and Ladders by Korn also uses nursery rhymes in their lyrics and points out what you were saying about the darkness in some of them.

[@A_mandarin]

This froze me in my tracks. I was covered in goosebumps. It was so powerful. I've watched it repeatedly and every time it's a full-body feeling.

[@truthseeker73]

He's a genius from pain, creating music on a Prince level but using video in an incredibly good way. Beauty Is when u compose, produce, write and control production, genius. Great reaction, love the passion ❤.

[@Alydra_]

I've had to relisten to it a few times as well, and I swear I hear new sounds each time, very cool !

[@silversong4VR]

You're like a kid in a candy store with a new Ren song. Love it! lol

[@QueenofPutrescence]

Like ring around the rosie. That one is chilling!

[@donald1379]

Ren is just a genius.....in love with his music..thanks great reaction

[@aasouthern]

A little bit of a Bobby McFerrin thing going on with him harnessing so much of his voice's expressive potential.

[@tazzieflats]

Hey from Holland...🔥🤟🏻🔥REN DID IT AGAIN 🔥🤟🏻🔥🦁🦓🐷🦍🐼🐔🐸🐶🦊🦝🐱🐺🐮🦌🐭🐴 😜👍🏻 and I'm caught aigain by my curiosity looking for others people's reactions!! Love the positivity by so manny you tubers!!(ren chinchilla and the big push are genius refressing!!)🙋🏻‍♀️

[@bpiraeus-p3b]

I was waiting for your breakdown... this gonna be fun! (edits coming as I listen to you break it down) EDIT1: I've listened to this a dozen or more times already and I'm still finding bits and pieces I've missed, although I'm not only focused on the vocals, the imagery alone is a masterclass on subtle references EDIT2: Ex. I only just now noticed the sound of the pin hitting the floor when he says 'Like I pulled out the pin' EDIT3: You say it more eloquently than I do, but I love the way he uses sounds he's generating to create the entire soundscape of the song EDIT4: Where you ask if he's harmonizing with himself, I think he's using

[@chrisliepe]

Ya, I really should be filming my 10th time reaction and not my 1st time reaction haha... but who would watch that??!!

[@Phatxual]

​@Chris Liepe Could it be interesting to experiment with adding in bits, as after thoughts or something, afterwards? I'm confident more than just myself would appreciate the extra insight, not to say you don't already put in the necessary work lol but it may be beneficial if done right🤷🏻‍♂️ Much love man❤️‍🔥💯

[@yilomina2047]

@@Phatxual Yeah, actually, that would be cool! Do a first listen, and then maybe even a whole other video for some of the songs with more intricacy.

[@chrisliepe]

The algorithm often doesn't smile on this sort of thing though. It's all about the initial clicks that get a video going. so doing a second reaction on a video Ive already done a reaction to... dunno... haha... might be worth a try?

[@aimeekeel]

So reminiscent of my own thought process.

[@docdurdin]

Absolute genius..... Ren sees where things are going. Not long kiddies. Animal Farm is a beast fable, in the form of a satirical allegorical novella, by George Orwell, first published in England on 17 August 1945. Ren is intricate and masterful at every phase of production, layers, and layers that take you deep inside and down the rabbit hole.

[@melissawinstead8848]

This song hits hard. Its so intense and captivating. I will have it on repeat for the next several days trying to see/hear everything!🤗 Lol. The nursery rhymes growing up never occurred to me as disturbing til in was in my 20s with kids of my own. I never put 2 and 2 together til then and I've never looked at them the same after that. It's scary how naive one can be. Anywho. Peace and love always until there is no more!😊❤

[@Phatxual]

Hellz yeeaaahh! Love the Ren content man. I had a feeling you'd like this one lol

[@Mvtobebo]

I love the insane giggle of his voice when hes talking about slitting the lambs throat.

[@Ph4n_t0m]

Always appreciate your enthusiasm and fascination! You're one of us, for sure ;)

[@Lynnie_14]

OMG Chris - I heard a new (old) Ren song from 7 yrs ago and it's a radio ready song. It's called 'Fire' from the 'Frecked Angels' album. I just saw a reaction to it and i cant find any other reactions. Its being slept on big time! Please have a look at it. You'll love it. ❤

[@Tamisday]

I have been trying to put my finger on what Ren does with his voice when he raps and hearing you describe it vocally what comes to my mind is the patter-song, but with rap and reggae theory/influence applied to it.

[@brianbru]

I hit a point in this video I need to comment on cos it made me laugh so hard. You're a renowned vocal coach and you're clearly loving the originality of Ren but he does a grunt at one point and you pause it and only reaction you could give at the time was to look at the camera, shrug and chuckle slightly. I love that Ren has made people who do this on a daily basis literally speechless with his talent XD 3:24 the moment

[@melissamcclung2613]

Chris, I’ve watched a lot of vocal analyses of Ren, but your are by far the best! I’m so impressed with how much you get in there, and take away so much from your first view. Keep it up!

[@fourcornersofbrighton]

Great reaction Chris! I think Ren tends to draw fans that like that type of experimentation and out of the box thinking when it comes to music and sound. He is so refreshing! I love all the little things I learn from the reactors I watch but your analysis of the vocals stand out among the others. I love listening to your thoughts. Thanks so much!

[@erikrainieri1772]

yeah there's harmonizer, in chorus too, just love it

[@ItsSynchronization]

YESSS I love seeing Ren grow, such a good artist

[@denalinde]

Just as fun is watching the reactors grow. Several have said they’ve been inspired to write/record new songs, try new styles & stretch themselves beyond anything they’ve done before. It’s amazing that Ren has created such a phenomena. 💜

[@mej6519]

ren's always original, you never know what you goona get from him.

[@laurencemayshroom5940]

I love his use of indian bols of tabla. Very creative and most people won't make the connection which is why it's so clever. Something people have heard but won't be familiar with. He is the king, the lion of this music jungle right now

[@laurencemayshroom5940]

Please check this out Chris if interested in vocal bols. It's mad kzbin.info/www/bejne/n6bVmZ2id9qgZtE

[@martinrobinson936]

are bols drums?

[@laurencemayshroom5940]

@@martinrobinson936 en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bol_(music) :)

[@martinrobinson936]

@@laurencemayshroom5940 ok cool

[@caupain66]

For example Mary Mary quite contrary is about Queen Mary OR Bloody Mary if you like. Just one example.

[@stranger2Utube]

I'm running out of compliments for you videos Chris.Enlighthening!

[@malekmo64]

Nursery rhymes were about other subjects not child like at all. Usually adults sang them to each other. Ren would know this being British. His lyrics remind me of Peter Gabriel using rhymes in early Genesis in a more sinister way. Think Nursery Cryme. Ren is expressing very British lyrics for the world to hear. Love his brash real way of expression!!! The Welsh have a new hero!!! 😊

[@NilZed1]

My kid, half American raised in Britsin, has cone home in the past excited to tell me the truth about a nursery rhyme because they learned the context in a history lesson. I don’t know if she’s just had teachers with an interest or if it’s usual to still teach this, but I bet many teachers address sone of them. It’s not list information here as it is to Americans.

[@malekmo64]

@K yes my late Uncle from Bristol UK mentioned this to me many years ago that it was their telegraph or telegram in medieval times. Easier for illiterate people to remember rhyming songs.

[@peterdobos1606]

"...in the mind of a cannibal king where chaos and anarchy roam." In the mind of a KING, where ANARCHY roams. "Anarchy" literally means "no king". Maybe the king cannibalized itself...

[@Av3rageD4D]

Great reaction Chris! Thank you for letting us share it with you. Have a great day!

[@lynette.]

So happy you did this fast. Its crazy good. It gets better everytime.

[@swat8304]

It's amazing man! Can you ever did GRANDSON vocal ANALYSIS ? He's amazing

[@amandaelliott7953]

Lol I’ve listened to the video multiple times and I have watched multiple reactions to it as well. Many layers of symbolism in Rens lyrics

[@Lou-xq9br]

❣️🔥🔥🔥❣️ Love it too much!!! 🦍🐑🐒

[@santi_sings]

I think this one is my favorite from Ren until now Really raw and aggressive the rhythm is so intense too!

[@mrsdiana324]

Totally agree with your commentary rens videos need too be watched over and over to find out all the easter eggs

[@dlmoRAGEgaming]

Love your reactions, as always get something different from it to other reactions.

[@TG91ism]

I would love for you to do some more of his singing vibe tracks like Humble / Ocean.

[@Sue-m3d]

Omg I love the breathy rah .. ...

[@alimac1469]

I'm still absorbing tbis one, so much to take in. I am not sure if you have heard our Aussie John Farnham known as The Voice. I'd be interested to hear your reactions. He sings any genre. Suggestions: Help with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Gethsemane from Jesus Christ Superstar Grenada with Anthony Warlow And heaps more live performances. He underwent cancer surgery last year which included jaw reconstruction so it is doubtful whether he will sing again, but we are lucky to have 50 plus years of his performances. He is much loved ❤

[@cbglassiii9362]

Late to the party, I know, but I was getting strong V for Vendetta vibes there towards the end. Solid. 💪

[@tobiasschramm2145]

I really like how in the little lamb lines he studders a bit like sheep noises :D

[@BillyVatcher]

I love how you look like a child seeing a Christmas tree for the first time by discovering a new Ren song. Yes. It’s a Treat.

[@jeremycasper8686]

Your reaction is refreshing and unique! Great break down!! This song is 🔥. Subbed! You look like you’ve got great content and I’m here for it!

[@PeteFindsObscureStuff]

Another great analysis Chris. Might have been mentioned earlier and you're right. Lots of nursery rhyme's are borne from dark things. E.g "Ring a Ring o' Roses", in the UK, is alleged to be a song about the Bubonic plague!

[@alexiaspaedt-mcintosh5311]

Great reaction... I love watching what you pick up!

[@jonathankall3062]

Love the analysis! Check out Knox Hill’s reaction to this as the song is based on George Orwells, animal farm, and the political and cultural connotations reflected in his lines about parliament later on in the song. You’ll see George Orwells seven rules on the whiteboard in his opening scene.!!

[@chrisparti]

Ren explained in his twitch feed how he recorded the 'beat box' type parts 'for all you producers out there' 😁 He said 'close mic', and 'compress the shit out of it' and 'EQ it by boosting the mids'. I'm definitely going to try it.

[@jeremycasper8686]

Oh wow, listened to this the first few times on my phone. Now in my car I can appreciate the bass lines!! Wow, this is a powerful song and excellent production!

[@theguywithabow]

Loved your insights!

[@Simon-et4hu]

Wouhou first comment! I just listened to Animal Flow :D

[@Simon-et4hu]

Twice!

[@Kaminskip]

I was waiting for you to react to this one!

[@kilosierra_14]

I think he's changed the pitch and frequency under his vocal for the harmony sounding part

[@nannettefreeman7331]

I think what all the vocal coach reactors are missing are the Indian/Pakistani/Punjabi influence. The "Brrrrrrr" & trilled "r's." Straight Bhangra, man! And as for the "not quite beatboxing," see Sheila Chandra "Speaking in Tongues." kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y4jGnKh3n812oK8 Lot of South-Asians living in the UK. I'm just say'n. ✌🏼

[@williamalexander7481]

I love this song already. Im a huge orwell fan.

[@Tessimistic420]

This track makes me think of where the wild things are. I look forward to seeing/hearing your take on the vocal layer's too. I've definitely been experimenting with my voice as well ❤️

[@tafinzer]

Love your vocal breakdowns. This is such an interesting song. I absolutely love it already.

[@didierblasco8116]

great reaction about this new issue by the great artist Ren

[@musictofreeyourmind5560]

This guy is blowing up right now

[@wordnoise4741]

The Renbit hole… deep, dark and beautiful

[@tinymusikcodottv-Musikverse99]

rubba dub dub 3 man in a tub?????? also mayys garden growing as a kid always made me think about marys umm that hair. I cant say hahha

[@alysmarcus7747]

thankyou for this - i love the vocal abilities , those growls and huffs of distain. i've always liked Jack white for that too.

[@helenajrgensen3157]

Its Orweells Animal Farm in a musical edition - Love this 🔥🔥🔥

[@Maggsreacts82]

So many moving parts ! Love your reactions ❤

[@carladicarlo3255]

I’ve been loving your reactions to Ren, but PLEASE DO A BUSKIG VIDEO! Either the I Shot the Sheriff mash up or Wade In the Water mash up. Sheriff is really fun, but I think Wade is more impressive.

[@mehere6865]

😮❤ as per usual great reaction

[@maryogan215]

Gotta comment to come back to this one too lol

[@Laurael626]

Korn describes the violence in the nursery rhymes in Shoots and Ladders

[@belgand5555]

I think the reason your reviews are so on point is that you don’t necessarily stick to the stuffier side of a musical formula…you enjoy his individualism and poetic license in his songs..he is such a combination platter that may not always make just the main fare of the menu, it’s the appetizer, soup salad, entree and dessert and drinks.. crazy how so many different styles and sounds etc.. can go against the grain and norm yet end up perfection because it’s Ren and he has the music that can’t be bought or sold or taught, but can give motivation for self creation…it just comes from within him.. great react and lesson as always Chris… Thanks!❤🎵❤

[@Chlooeeeexo]

Love thisssssss!!!

[@andylastname566]

Hey Chris you should watch Knox Hills breakdown of this, you may find it enlightening on the rap side of things. :)

[@snakelite61]

This begins with a nod to the Oompa Loompa music and ends up with Ren walking with his cane like Willy Wonka at the beginning of his factory tour. He also heavily referenced Willy Wonka in Hunger.

[@jxclarke7774]

I love this reaction thank u ... also was the last few bars a bit willy wonka ish , i know his outfit is clockwork orangush and the cane but is there some wonka in there too ?