Did NOT EXPECT This!! Twin Rappers React To " Hi Ren" - Ren | For Very First Time | WTF Was This ?

[@StrawhatDynasty]

We gotta say, when we made this video we did not expect such an explosion of comments , suggestions, opinions, love, constructive criticism, and overall positive vibes. Just know that WE HAVE BEEN LISTENING … and are both EXCITED to listen/react/break down these influxes of new songs and videos suggested by ALL OF YOU 🔥. Please be patient as these videos take time and unfortunately KZbin is not our full time hustle yet, although soon it will be and we can invest more time into quality videos to come. We’re very excited and thank all of you for your suggestions as well as joining us for this new ride in our life !!! CHECK OUT OUR MUSIC !! linktr.ee/SHDynasty?. Sincerely - Strawhat Twinz

[@lanmandragoran8337]

He has a ton of great rap I'm sure you'd be blown away by, but dont skip his other stuff as well. Its just as worthy of a listen. And the sickness wasn't a metaphor, he's been dealing with undiagnosed (until a couple years ago, but 10+ years of undiagnosed) Lyme Disease. Would love if you hit a few of his songs per reaction (I think a rap song + a nonrap song per video would be amazing, but thats just me), and DEFINITELY don't fuck up and do The Tales of Jenny/Screech/Violet trilogy in separate videos, its a connected story and you'll want to pay attention and follow along closely.

[@laurievoss285]

Just I tidbit... Ren did this video live in one take. Ren was finally diagnosed with Lymes disease. There are a TON of interview videos with him. Please check out the interviews

[@blazeparabellum7325]

You two in particular need to check out The Tale Of Jenny and Screech" (make sure it's the full trilogy). I'm going to sub just to see if/when you do. Ren is a talent of a generation, you'll see...

[@BoydOfPray]

I'll be looking forward to more! Few suggestions, if you want to hear him rap, check out The Hunger. Sing? Chalk Outlines (live) Story telling? The Tale of Jenny and Screech (trilogy)

[@kevinwilson455]

^^^ keep up those positive vibes and I am sure you will do well :) I'm not a big fan of reaction videos, but your video spoke to the essence of what makes a great reaction.

[@jasonremy1627]

Dudes, you have no idea what rabbit hole you've just fallen into. Ren is the most talented artist working today. He plays multiple instruments, writes, produces, engineers, makes his own beats, raps, sings, acts, performs in all genres, he's just an unreal talent. Keep going with this artist. Everything will surprise you.

[@nicolefagala3270]

Facts!!!

[@jdmmike7225]

Couldn't have said it better. 🤙

[@robert_5974]

Countdown to rabbit hole has commenced and it's deep lol

[@JoRiceRenegade4Eva]

100% Artist of our time!

[@agrenabo]

I think they know, this was definitely not the first time for them seeing this.

[@MoureeneTaylor]

Ren is not just a musician. He's an artist. His musicality is really unique and unmatched. Straight f'ing 🔥

[@rodb9275]

Keep in mind also, this was a ONE TAKE video. Multiple camera angles, Yes. He is famous for his one take vids. The "poem" was real. He has Lyme disease. Mis-diagosed and was treated for "mental issues" I am completely in love with REN, and am obsessed with Ren reactions. Also he appreciates his reactors. He frequently has commented on reactions to his stuff. He also has credited reactors, publically, with his success.

[@BBB_photography_adventures]

one take audio, frankenstein video of clips from all 4 one takes he attempted

[@TwistedSisler]

@@BBB_photography_adventures This. The audio is from one single take, but the video is from multiple.

[@BBB_photography_adventures]

@@TwistedSisler its sort of sad cause some people are smart enough to clearly see its mixmatch of videos, then you have people saying the it’s a one take people then the people who can see its not a one take video aren’t going to believe the audio is one take so i think its important to say its one take audio so he gets the credit for the one take audio at leats

[@gordowg1wg145]

One take, two fixed and one hand held cameras, from the look of it.

[@Linaskye143]

He even shouts out haters to send his fans over to those channels to listen and give likes.

[@donnap9547]

Oh, and some suggestions: "Sick Boi" "The Hunger" His band, "The Big Push" - "I shot the sheriff, Road to Zion, Hip Hop" (The one with the red suspenders) "Jenny and Screech" THE FULL TRIOLOGY "Murderer" - the music video first - then the live version (IMHO) "Seven Sins" - will blow you away These are just for starters. So many to list - and all beyond brilliant!

[@Doobbie420]

In that order

[@Pisnaz]

Money game 1-3 also.

[@chrispatten943]

Facts

[@therosabella67]

I would say watch all of them! They all great.

[@TheXFr3aK]

Ren - Losing it (FISHER Rap Version)

[@angiekimmel8464]

I cant stop watching reactions to this song. Its amazing how many relate to this song. And how many different ways it relates. The only thing i havent heard ANYONE comment on yet though. Is how he says "There are no real winners in physiological war fare. There are victims and there are students!" Everyone seems to comment on the victim side but the student side is just as important. Yes, you may be a victim but you are a student as well. Learning what is means to be human and not perfect. Both light and dark. Its just absolutely amazing. I get cold chills every single time i listen to this song.

[@DaProlifik1]

Ren has said himself that he is not religious, but basically likes to use its imagery as a metaphor for other things. The dude is so talented and diverse. You have many reactions ahead. I suggest starting with the first track off his new album called Seven Sins. Its a masterpiece.

[@Thomas.Saunders]

Yeah, this here 👆👆

[@ct5625]

Yes, and he used religion in this song specifically to bring down the myth that mental health is driven by some kind of all-powerful supernatural being. When people who are suffering are lied to and told that it's some gargantuan supernatural power they can't have hope of fighting against, it makes everything worse. Ren brings it down to the human level, making it possible to defeat it.

[@tenshimoon]

Yeah, not now anyway - he **did** say he actually believed in and followed christianity in the past during his lowest moments with his illness, and was so desperate to get better that he actually went to faith healers endorsed by whichever church(es) he went to. He even described an incident where, during a time his beliefs back then had him trying different things, that his brain told him to do something rather bizarre because he had the idea it would "work" for his healing (he also acknowledged that his psychosis played a role in some of his behaviours with trying certain things in the hopes of being healed). So regardless of what his beliefs are nowadays, this is actually another big reason why spiritual symbolism and imagery has played a huge role in his lyrics, and seems to continue to play a role, because of how his past beliefs have influenced him and his journey, and where he is now. He's representing a part of himself from his own past and the beliefs he at least had back then. He's also symbolically equating the devil with his negative, dark side and Jesus with his positive light side, and using that imagery of a spiritual battle between Good vs Evil to represent his own inner battles with himself and his 2 different sides (light vs dark). He even outright mentions this regarding the inner psychological warfare in his monologue at the end, when he spoke candidly about his inner battles between light and dark. I get the impression he's more agnostic now, or even simply spiritual and open-minded, sans religion.

[@premeditatedplan5417]

I think the point of what Ren is saying is outside of Religion. Certainly religion is there as a metaphor. Given he is English hardly surprising. The use of the metaphor though is a means of communicating something that most of us have a shared 'understanding' of which is not the same as belief.

[@StrifeA217]

​@@premeditatedplan5417 your not wrong but to be honest about it your not going to pull that kind of imagery out without having immersed yourself in the faith to some degree.

[@ianrose56]

Here we go again Renagades.!! Another two newbies about to drop into the world of Ren rabbit hole.!!! I just subbed guys,can't wait for your next Ren tune. You've got so much choice from our Ren the genre bender.!! Your going to love this journey dudes,its well one hell of a ride.!!!!

[@StrawhatDynasty]

Awesome ! We can’t wait !

[@jolandafrijlink6103]

A year ago this month i discovered Ren with this song and i cried like a baby. You may not understand right now but that young man saved people with this song. It gave people hope and solice that they were not the only one struggling. Ren's catalog is huge and it includes mashups, busking on the streets with his band The Big Push or rap (he can rap rap...no serious). Have fun jumping in to the Ren rabbit hole.

[@hollyshaw-elliemae]

i still cry like a baby when i hear this song. it just.... shakes me

[@jolandafrijlink6103]

@@hollyshaw-elliemae ahhh😶 well i send you a hug ❤

[@violincredible]

Yes. I'm one of those people. Straight up changed my life for the better.

[@jolandafrijlink6103]

@@violincredible you made the right choice. What i took away in my 45 years here is you never know how strong you are until you need to be strong..much love ❤.

[@violincredible]

❤@@jolandafrijlink6103

[@yomogo]

Loved your reaction. Ren is the David Bowie of our generation. Peace from Australia.

[@CindyBaucom-sb1hd]

RENegade here!!! Welcome to the Rabbit Hole, it runs deep. Best advice on this ride would be to follow the RENegades advice on what to listen to next. Some songs make more sense before others and some must go in order. The RENaissance is very passionate about REN and his artistry. If you want to get to know a bit more about him and his disease there are interviews and also a Million Subs video. Buckle up!!! Enjoy!!!

[@MastersApprentices]

Only 8 mins in and the way you dial in to the meaning of the lyrics and the Ren vs inner thoughts Ren immediately is so good. I don't think I've seen a single reaction video where they get it first off, also your breakdown of the lyrics so far is easily superior to other videos I've seen. Definitely subbing, now to watch the rest of the video!

[@StrawhatDynasty]

Wow!!! Thanks for this comment! Comment like these make us want to continue !

[@scottw5253]

You guys are going to absolutely love Ren. He has no modern contemporaries. He truly is unique. He can do it all - multiple instruments, sing, rap, produces his own beats, directs all of his videos. He's a dynamo who also has a very touching backstory that makes all that he's done all that more impressive. Every song in his rather extensive catalog is great, truly great. He'll change the way you think about your own music - you'll want to push yourself to be better than maybe you thought possible. Enjoy the Ren roller coaster fellas. All the best

[@MistyLong-h1p]

Beautiful description! Dead on!

[@tokeeriksen2425]

Having watched probably hundreds of reaction videos to this song, I can confidently say that is among the best. You guys reacted with real insight, humor and empathy :) Please do more Ren! He's incredible - a once-in-a-generation kind of talent.

[@TanyaQueen182]

I agree. I replied to someone else saying this is my new favorite Hi Ren reaction. They REALLY got it. I think they are going to be amazed when they see what he can REALLY do. I'm super excited I hope they drop another video today lol

[@shannonstradford6518]

I have a playlist of all the Ren reaction videos I've watched ... I just looked at the # of videos that are on that list and it's 1,987 videos ... I might be a little obsessed 😂... I also have one called Favorite Ren Reactions and this is going on it.

[@marydelaney9113]

​@shannonstradford6518 oh good. It's not just me then. I'm new to the world of Ren but I'm now addicted to watching these vids too. I think it's the validation of my view that he's incredible and Hi Ren is a masterpiece.

[@johndugger1028]

Ren is FKN awesome. Like a magician doing a card trick "pick a card" replace the word card with song, and he is off in another direction, rap, reggae, ballads, rock, metal, psycho crazy pop. He is just awesome; his talent is far beyond his years.

[@arielbussart1305]

I love this comment the most! Spittin facts here!

[@J3nJ3nl0llip0p]

You came here, UNINVITED.... 😅😅😎😉

[@sarahirwin8912]

Rens "Money Game" trilogy, particularly part 2 explains the "Ren mate, we've heard it all before, oh she sells seashells on the seashore". You're going to LOVE Ren. Welcome, new Renegades! I haven't seen/heard a single thing he's done that I didn't absolutely LOVE. Watch Sick Boi, How To Be Me, Chalk Outlines, Su*cide, The Tale of Jenny and Screech (full) and all 3 Money Games ASAP. They're incredible.

[@sarahirwin8912]

Also, some dude named King Dotta wrote a diss track for Ren called Kingdom Come. Listen to that, then watch Rens reply, Dumb King Come. That'll show you what kind of human Ren truly is.

[@rodb9275]

I've seen at least 100 reactiions to this song. Yours is top 10, for sure. You NEED to go down the Ren rabbit hole. He is multi faceted and I know you will love him. If you do more, I will absolutely subscribe. Do more of "this stuff". Do some of his stuff with his band "The Big Push". And his even older band "Trick the Fox". And he can RAP rap. (Losing It. The Hunger). And his duets with Chinchilla or Sam Tomkins. Seriously, this guy is a TREASURE TROVE of good stuff.

[@rogerstarkey5390]

Aside from the quite common US reactor "miss" on the religious slant. . (They don't realise that we're not so much "that way Inclined" in the UK)

[@rodb9275]

Not sure why you felt a need to throw shade on my comment to this great reaction. Says a lot about who you are. ... @@rogerstarkey5390

[@Danny-Ditch]

or in Canada@@rogerstarkey5390

[@ClearTheRubble7]

Great reaction! I enjoyed watching how each series of lines hit you and sometimes even got you to howl. 😂 I'm coming at Ren's music from the perspective of an older musician, playing and singing since the 1960's. I have a "list" of about 16 favorite bands and artists, and Ren quickly hopped onto that list. After listening to the wide range of his artistry and talent (as you'll discover), I ended up putting him at the top. Look forward to your next Ren/The Big Push reaction! (The Big Push is a band he played with until he went to Canada to get treatment for his Lyme disease.) Subbed!

[@catsandcrafts171]

Oh look, some more people fell into the Ren rabbit-hole... welcome, take a seat, now look at the huge variety and depth of Ren's music and videos. Many are 'one take' - sometimes both music and video one take, sometimes just the video... but it's always so darn creative. Sometimes it's more lighthearted and fun, sometimes it's a full gut-punch. Ren has inspired many of us, and yes, helped a lot of people, with his open dialogue about mental health and Su*cide. And he is such a humble kid. I'm a middle age english woman, and I adore this lad. I'm sure your chat will direct you where to go next on the Ren journey, but I'm lost, there is just so much good stuff. The irony in 'Hi Ren' lyrics is the line about 'where is your top ten hit' - he actually ended up with No 1 Album in UK, when Sick Boi dropped late last year! I think it did pretty well in US too! Us 'RENegades' take it all very seriously :D It's a heck of a journey, enjoy the ride!

[@donnap9547]

Well, well said.

[@Mezzystar1]

You both nailed it. You ‘get’ Ren. I’m here for more! And I’m totally in love with your accents. Love from Wales, UK ❤🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@StrawhatDynasty]

Haha thank you ! Monday we’ve got another Ren reaction!

[@dannyworten5876]

You may have an especially good reason to appreciate his tragic trilogy Tales Of Jenny And Screech (full) warning it is dark but incredible

[@donnap9547]

Took me a minute to "get' your comment. But brilliant!

[@Lotus_Jay]

Yeah, think that one could be powerful here

[@aaronpincus6095]

It's a great story with beautifully dark images. The ending had me actually bark out loud WTF ! and a couple other expletives.

[@MastersApprentices]

Definitely this!

[@valkyrie1066]

Three people's Shakespearean tragedy in 13 minutes. WHILE blowing us away with incredible talent! I don't have another minute of my LIFE to listen to "dance baby dance" or "Lost my job/wife pickup truck." REN IS IT!!!!!! Spit the TRUTH!!!!!!

[@HotFlush75]

Welcome friends ❤ the Ren rabbit hole is an amazing place .... found you in my daily YT search for Ren Reactions & was not disappointed ... I've subbed as after watching your Hi Ren reaction I know you will dive in & I like many many others will be here for your journey. Much love from somewhere near Liverpool U.K ❤

[@alantattersall3190]

Welcome to Ren's world. Enjoy the trip, I'll be thete with you all the way.

[@rodgersmith6891]

Loved your reaction! I definitely think the next 2 songs you should do by him is "Sick boi" and "Genesis" (besides the official video for "Genesis" there is also a fire acoustic version ). Ren contracted Lyme disease when he was younger, which went incorrectly diagnosed by doctors for about 8 yrs, which completely destroyed him physically, mentally, spiritually etc. So all the success he is now experiencing he definitely had to claw and scratch and fight for. The more Ren you listen too, the sooner you will realize that continual flow switch ups is one of his trademarks and he can rap rap. If you want some examples.of this check out songs such as "The Hunger," "Ocean," "Losing It," and "Down on the Beat." You will probably love his "Money Game" trilogy of songs as well. Hoping to see more Ren reactions from you soon

[@JulieAiken]

Oh, no! You're goners! Welcome! This is Ren's world, and we're just lucky to live in it. I'm sure you've gotten so many suggestions of what to listen to next. Watch whatever you choose -- it's all incredible and all so, so different from this and in so many styles you won't believe it. And while you're at it, watch your subscriber numbers rise. Ren fans, or Renegades as we like to call ourselves, will support you 100%.

[@Notaseagal]

Oh yes!!!!!

[@MegaWillow18]

Hey ! Old lady here from uk 🇬🇧 I love to watch reactions to hi ren as it’s so inspiring. Ren is the fastest rapper out there imo . You have to watch more . Cann I make a suggestion ? …. Watch the Hunger …. It shows his fast as F ** rapping talent. He also sings in a band called the Big Push .. you will not be disappointed:() go on , make an old lady happy…. X Great reaction from you both and your easy on the eye .;) 😊

[@JoelMyaer]

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

[@nEthing4Her]

Same brother and I'm a 63 year old child of the seventies.

[@danhunt2425]

indeed... myself, at 67 yrs old, can't get enough of Ren's work... An amazing talent; and a very down to earth person'...absolutely inspiring!

[@catsandcrafts171]

I feel like a youngster, 56 yr old here! I love how Ren's music cuts across age, race, religion, politics and brings us all together on the things we can agree upon instead of the things that divide us! Much love, fellow oldies, from this daft old English woman. :)

[@JoelMyaer]

@@nEthing4HerREN-egades United!!! 😃

[@JoelMyaer]

@@danhunt2425I couldn't agree more!! 😁

[@SuperBumps]

It's amazing to see people still discovering Ren. I must have seen hundreds of Hi Ren reactions now and it never gets old. The realisation that they are watching something profound, something with substance, compared to the 99% of modern music that is just vapid noise, is always a joy. Ren ins't actually religious by the way, he just likes the metaphorical nature of religious imagery and stories. But there's nothing wrong with relating to it that way. It's art and like all great art, it's open to interpretation.

[@docdurdin]

Just subbed in, you both did a great job of really getting it ; BUT you are just at the tip of the spear with Ren. Within 10-11 months, Ren became the #1 artist in the UK. and is spreading quickly. The only thing more awesome than his talent is his great humanity and humble nature.

[@JuanitaD1968]

Every time I watch a reaction to this song, I play close attention to the faces of the reactor, especially at the “some people know me as the voice that you hear when you loosen the noose on the rope”. It’s telling. So many of us have been there and something miraculously drew us back. This song unites those that have fallen on dark days but chose to continue the fight.

[@StrawhatDynasty]

Deep , Monday we’ve got another Ren reaction!

[@Bob-wv7ed]

Welcome to Ren and his family. You two are amazing. I love the interaction between twins. There is some energy between you both that will make your Ren journey quite amazing. Let’s go!!! The Ren fans are ready for you guys to entertain us as we get to experience the magic of hearing Ren for the first time through both of your brains and eyes!!

[@juliaedmunds3514]

I will never not watch a REN react, because you know the person/people watching will never be the same after listening. That is the talent of Ren. Unspeakable genius.

[@highlandergrog6041]

Very true. My husband showed me this song and it truly made me a different person.

[@LadyGX]

You guys are just going to love Ren. Can't wait for more reactions. Pick anything. He doesn't miss. His rap flow is incredible, but so is his singing voice, story telling, video directing, instrument playing, producing, etc., etc. Subbed for more Ren.

[@XllXJACKXllX]

Ren isn't a musician. He's a fucking artist. When you are at your lowest point in life searching anything to cheer you up online, Ren finds you. He isn't a musician, he's a king of reflection.

[@chucknorris5141]

I've been in the Ren rabbit hole for a year. It's fantastic. Have fun!!!!

[@marcdoorish]

I can only echo the rest of the comments. Ren is the most special artist of my time on this earth, I'm 43. Subbed to watch your journey through his immaculate, versatile catalogue of fiiiire 🔥 great reaction. You nailed the message from the start. Peace from Ireland 🇮🇪

[@KitstormUno]

Great reaction! Welcome to the Reniverse!

[@stevejarvis4174]

You have stumbled on 24 carat gold I been a massive fan of ren for 2 years now and his catalogue of music is the best I've ever heard , will sub to you

[@DwarfsRBest]

First off, I have never seen your channel before. Second, I am a huge Ren fan. This was a fantastic, thoughtful breakdown of a piece of music that I don't think will be fully appreciated until decades later. Thanks, I really enjoyed it, and am now keen on checking out more of your stuff. As for the religious aspect. I believe that the way Ren leaves it ambiguous is one of the most impressive things about the songwriting on display here. If you happen to subscribe to a particular established ideology, then, great, interpret it to fit that ideology and enjoy; if you happen to surf on a more fluid and dynamic metaphysical belief-system, then, great, build your own adventure and enjoy. Either way, it's clear that he is referencing an incredibly relatable, human reaction to the state of living in this world. This is the root of great art.

[@8dayssooner]

I've seen countless numbers of reactions to Hi Ren over the last year, but this is quite possibly one of my favourite breakdowns. While Ren isn't outwardly religious, after all the pain he has been through in the last decade, he doesn't deny that he tried begging higher beings for a break etc. I feel like you guys will absolutely love the Money Game trilogy (Part 1, 2 & 3)

[@arielbussart1305]

I will say, I'm sorry that I'm not sorry that the Renegades are gonna take over... I didn't warn you, but they're the best community around, and I'm looking forward to them hearing your OG music too! I just came back after a couple hours and realized how many have already blasted you!!! LFG!

[@kristin9905]

I just found ur channel thru this Hi Ren reaction & I’m sure you’ll have so many comments going into his background but I’ve never seen a more creative artist I just subscribed ❤️❤️❤️

[@StrawhatDynasty]

Thank you! We will def check him out more !

[@grinmaul]

holy shit guys, you surprised me, i was not expecting this insight into this song, looking forward to your channels growth.

[@antiqueinsider]

You gotta hear 'Losing It' , his retake on the EDM track by Fisher highlighting his rap and beat box skills! On the other hand you can't find a bad track by Ren. He's always different, original, insightful and so much careful planning goes into these videos, mostly done in one shot with his videographer Sam Perry-Falvey. Sometimes it's tears and sometimes just for fun. He always sets himself a challenge for each song; something that is purely acapella (Loco), a dirty song that they will play on the radio (Uninvited), a song that leaves people in tears (Jenny and Screech), a song/video that's completely filled with Easter eggs (Animal Flow), a song that asks people to change their lives (Money Game 1/2/3). Enjoy it all!

[@KattVonTease]

Losing it was my very 1st ren song and deff my fav song, holds a special place in my heart 🥰

[@donnap9547]

Fantastic reaction. Some don't "get it." But, boy, you didn't miss a thing! New sub here along for your Ren Roller Coaster ride. You are going to be amazed with what you find down this rabbit hole. And we Renegades all want to experience it over and over and over again! Can't wait.

[@rogerstarkey5390]

Generally, the interpretation was ok, but the religious slant was a miss. Ren tends to use it as a metaphor rather than "gospel". This performance relates to *HIS* "Demons" and his voyage out of *HIS* dark place. . Ref his line (often misheard) "Ferocious, persistent, immortal like you, we're a coin, minted different sides" . He faced up to himself.

[@lisamcleodIsleofskye]

Omg!!!!!!! You guys are so intuitive and this is literally the best hi ren reaction I’ve seen! You both got every inch of this amazing musical masterpiece and managed to break it down perfectly! 😮 I hope you both do more of these for Ren because you completely get him! 🙌❤️

[@StrawhatDynasty]

Thanks for tuning in! We really liked this song and will check out more of his stuff !

[@RobertAustin-l4p]

Nice reaction guys ! I am old dude 60s and 70s music all types I was in SF, CA area so the menu was vast. With REN I have really never seen anything quite like his kind of music , I think they will have to come up with a new category .Check out his 1 million subscriber thank you speech. Then go for it. Tale of Jenny & Screech its a triligy . Then hit up money game part 1,2 and 3 And check out his new release of Murderer live on acoustic guitar.. FYI: Not many Swiftys here We call ourselves Renegades !! LOL But I am a Swifty too ! WELCOME TO THE WORLD OF REN !!

[@JulieAiken]

Murderer Live is freaking amazing! Great suggestion.

[@hollyshaw-elliemae]

im a swifty and a RENegade. ren gave me light in a very dark place. i havent felt something like his art in a very long time and i fell in love. i felt a release of emotions i had bottled up for years and i still cry everytime i hear this. nice to meet you my friend :D

[@stevenetherington1079]

Renegade here looking forward to your journey down the Rens rabbit hole, I enjoyed your insight on this piece

[@Shiroar]

Welcome to the multitalented genius Ren. This masterpiece is just the tip of the iceberg. I trust that other RENegades will fill you in on his backstory and probably recommend Sick Boi for insight into his frustrations from being misdiagnosed for years. I will just add a suggestion to check out one of my personal favourites: Crutch feat. Bibi. It’s an older song from before Ren was finally correctly diagnosed and was written after a breakdown following multiple emergency trips to the hospital. It is heart wrenching and stunning. Also if you want to understand the man behind the art (and why we all love him so dearly), check out his 1m subscribers video on defining success. Ren is not just a brilliant artist but a genuinely good human being who wants to inspire positive change in the world. Hope to see you deep down the Ren rabbit hole with the rest of us 🐰🕳️

[@fledits]

One of the best reactions I've seen (I've seen like a hunderd of these)! Excited to see you react to more of the brilliance that is Ren.

[@arielbussart1305]

Totally just quit watching what I was watching when I saw the notification come through! He writes all his own music, produces all his own videos, and is the king of 1 take videos (this is a live 1 take). Y'all would love Illest of Our Time or The Hunger after listening to more of your music. Thank you for this. My heart is so happy right now!

[@jukeboxdave6026]

Thank you for suggesting ren my friend he is awesome many thanks love and respect from the UK 👍👍🌟😀😀 amazing 👍

[@CreativePhotoWS]

Not to be a downer but this particular vid isn’t a one take. (He does a lot of them) this IS live but the video is a compilation of the four takes they did.

[@joelmastrobattisto422]

This is actually a one take, they shot multiple cameras at the same time. But they always played the song all the way through, they tried it numerous times before they got the one that they actually wanted. But what was filmed was filmed on the same performance from beginning to end.

[@CreativePhotoWS]

@@joelmastrobattisto422 unfortunately that is incorrect. Watch carefully. You will see the mic appear and disappear on footage used from different takes and also his gown length variations. I train people to ‘see’ as a photographer for the last 40 years. For me those variations stand out. Even Ren himself said when they got home he thought they’d stuffed it and had nothing useful until he put it all together and showed Connor and his reaction to it made him know they had something that works. It doesn’t diminish the art of this song but saying this is footage from one single shoot through (also impossible as you can’t have a camera man standing up close and wide and the next second show a full length frame without the camera man in it) does diminish the effort involved in his actual one takes such as MG1

[@loriculver7282]

You are the one who is wrong. There are numerous interviews with Ren and the director, Sam, that describe the making of the video. It is a live one take. They did four takes before they got kicked out of the building. There are three cameras set up. The microphone is always there. It just moves around a bit and is under the guitar strap a bit. They took the best take of the music, and it is one take. They took the spoken word part from another of the four takes, and that is the only cut.

[@analisasmith7927]

Hi! I’m glad so many of us Renegades have already found you - really enjoyed your reaction! Subbed!!😁 FYI Ren is very supportive of reactors and will not block his videos - if they are blocked for some reason just reach out to his team. Best wishes and thanks for helping to spread the word x

[@barbarahatcher5942]

Hey guys!! Please do more Ren. You are in for one hell of a ride. I can’t wait to see you react to some songs from his Sick Boi album. He is a brilliant, extremely fast rapper with flow switches and mind blowing lyrics. He is an incredible singer as you will see in some of his street videos. I’m subbing and waiting for more Ren!!!

[@junction6_m27VNC]

Welcome to the world of Ren, you will have to get used to being amazed by his word play, Ren rabbit hole is a deep dive with every song a masterpiece, have a fun time guys

[@StrawhatDynasty]

thanks for tuning in! Monday we’ve got another Ren reaction!

[@kennethmichael5404]

You'll love this- Ren actually did write and recite a poem many years ago that reflects his views on the meaning of life. It's EXCELLENT and worth your time to check it out (along with A LOT of his other stuff, like his "Money Game" trilogy)

[@KattVonTease]

Wow you guys just randomly popped up on my feed, and i was like oooooo new youtubers reacting to my boy ren, had to check it out, and oh wow soooo frigging glad i did ❤ absolutly loved your reactions, and like many before me in the comments, welcome to the ren rabbit hole 😂 deff got a new subscriber 😎

[@mstmy7082]

I've never been jealous of someone not knowing something I do. Until now! I'm jealous you have every amazing Ren (and occasionally friends) performance to discover. You'll not be sorry for diving in here for you'll find an evolution in music. Ren is a rapper, singer, vocalist, performer, instrumentalist, and all round visionary. Subbed for mor Ren, everything Ren. His catalogue is long, and his journey has been filled with challenges, but you can't keep him down. The cream always rises and the rest of the world better watch out!

[@nurselorie2271]

Keep going down the ren path ! A lot more subs 🎉

[@michaelphipps8647]

Wicked Ways, Srven Sins, Genesis, The Hunger, Losing it, Illest of our Time and The Tale of Jenny and Screech the full version, just for starters.

[@Silkytoaster]

Great reaction - I have seen dozens for Hi Ren but you guys have brought a different energy . New sub here

[@rudyb.]

Beautiful reaction!!! Welcome to Renegade Nation!! Yes, more Ren!!

[@sydseth530]

I have watched, and I thought all the reactions to HI Ren. But this is the best one by far! The way you guys broke down the whole song was amazing! Thank you, and i will be watching more of your stuff. Good work!!

[@StrawhatDynasty]

Wow thanks for tuning in! Monday we’ve got another Ren reaction!

[@jamesp7709]

This may be the best reaction I have seen to this song so far. You guys totally got it. You have sooo much to dig into, and I am here for it.

[@a382453]

OMG I loved your reactions, especially at the end. i think this might be my favorite "Hi Ren" reaction ever!!!!! I can't wait to check your channel for more Ren reactions. Welcome to the Ren rabbit hole gentlemen.

[@StrawhatDynasty]

Wow thank you!!!! We appreciate you tuning in and dialing into our reaction !

[@Lift_Eachother_Up]

Absolutely brilliant reaction! I subbed for more of your reactions to Ren. I don't need to say more you will get the info from others. Just want to thank you for sharing Rens music. ❤ from a lady RENegade!

[@larrywoodard2639]

Well done guys, you guys are real! You got my sub. Go down the ren rabbit hole. Look forward to your next one

[@Suziejouk-zj6eo]

Ren is agnostic...be believes in people... follow him.Ren is talent and education ❤❤

[@reneevaz7848]

Not for long, hopefully.

[@nickmilo932]

What u mean​ 😭 @@reneevaz7848

[@jolewis4382]

I love how everyone's face looks when he starts with his "ooohhoohooohoo..."😂

[@deepbluehue3]

I've seen hundreds of reactions to this and you guys picked up on ALOT on the spot vs. many other reactors I've seen ... Kudos ... I'm loving the movie samples you added too ... like a flash of memory ... a bit of a collage of references ...

[@ryanclarke4482]

Here for the ride. Nice reaction, excited to see you explore more Ren. 💙 Keep stepping forwards.

[@MrBluegrouse]

Nice reaction, guys. I’ll think you’ll be happy you found Ren. He is ridiculously talented and versatile.

[@chrisparti]

Great reaction and insight guys, I'm really looking forward to you reacting to more Ren, strap in boys....

[@hallieharvey4073]

I don’t know if anyone has told y’all yet but he recently got #1 album in the UK as an independent artist with his most recent album Sick Boy

[@cindiaker5778]

I love watching people discover the genius that is Ren. PLEASE dive into Ren's music, you guys will enjoy it so much. I love that you really listened and delved into the meaning of his amazing lyrics. There are so many great songs ahead for you if you go down this rabbit hole...lol. A few I hope to see you react to are The tales of Jenny & Screech(& Violet's tale)....The Hunger, Genesis, Ren's group The Big Push I shot the Sheriff etc....Money Game ( all 3 parts).... Just so many great songs !!!! Loved your reaction....I just subscribed after seeing this 1 reaction !!!!

[@StrawhatDynasty]

Thank you! Monday we’ve got another Ren reaction!

[@cultivatinggrace]

Great reaction guys! Can’t wait for you to get into more Ren!

[@nickmilo932]

You guys are pretty underrated, great analysis and the editing makes it really fun and interesting.

[@davidberridge7675]

'The Tale of Jenny and Screech' trilogy is an absolute must! 13 minutes long but well worth it you won't be disappointed!

[@Mike-vn3lt]

LMAO the beginning killed me.😂 "So this guy's definitely British" He's Welsh. 😂😂😂 Minor detail just the way it played out was hilarious. 😂❤

[@winterlady10281]

Oh wow. You are just starting down a wonderful journey. Welcome to the renegades.

I hope you dive into the whole Ren catalogue. I am here for any and all Ren reactions. You guys are great!

[@23MicS]

And so the Ren rabbit hole starts 🤩 This was such a deep reaction and I’m here for it.

[@bgarmstrong1446]

Great reaction all around. I’ve probably listened to hi Ren by 30-40 various KZbinrs and you guys picked up some lines that I didn’t realize was said. One specifically was coin of a different side. Not even going to publicly mention what I thought he said. I think you guys got IT and I wouldn’t be surprised to see you with a mil subs a year from now.

[@Renagade999]

Welcome to the rabbit hole boys!!! The exits are here, here ,here ,here and good look finding them. You've just opened a wormhole you will be in for a long time. You ain't seen anything yet lol. Great reaction and new sub here for your new journey. I suggest tale of Jenny and screech full version next. Good luck boys this gonna be a journey to remember lol UK here ❤❤

[@shannonriley8837]

Really enjoyed your reaction to this. I look forward to joining you on your trip down the Ren rabbit hole. Much love from yet another Renegade!

[@salishseamermaid]

Ohhhh now you've done it! Ren will change your life.

[@redkombie23]

I have watched many REN reactions and yours is by far one of the best. Very detailed 🙏🏼 thanks guys

[@StrawhatDynasty]

Thank you for tuning in!

[@karakreer6344]

Omg. I'm so happy for you that you've opened the door of REN!!! YOU ARE IN FOR THE RIDE OF YOUR LIVES 💗💗💗💗

[@cyclops60]

Hi guys! I have watched reactions to 'Hi Ren' so many times that I ony dip in now and again. I have never seen anyone nail it like you two! Right from the start you were onto the concept of the inner dialogue and picking up on the lyrics (maybe your 'rappers ears' help with this!). I hope you do many more Ren reactions because I for one will be watching! Cheers from someone with that funny accent!

[@troy9er]

Buckel up!!! Your on the Ren roller coaster!!! It’s a blast!! It’s a pleasure watching professional guys react to him!!! Ren is just fantastic! This like many videos are 1 take. They used multiple cameras! Hold on tight this is a fast and fun ride!!

[@campscramps]

Just discovered you guys because KZbin feeds my hungry eyes Ren reactions. LOVE your style and enthusiasm. Can’t wait to see more. New sub from a Renegade!

[@RudivanZyl]

You have just entered a massive rabbit hole, welcome to the RENegades. Ren Gill is such a talented artist. His poetry and lyrics are amazing, he can sing, rap, play guitar, piano and a bit of drums. The best follow up song to this one would be Sick Boi. He was also in a band called The Big Push, they are amazing.

[@im2yz4u17]

What I find very interesting about Ren is his ability to Enunciate. He is generally stacatto in his delivery and enunciates words with emphesis. Now the accent he does trop the 'T' sounds very often with seemingly is offputting to American ears. However, he freaking plays with words and stretches the sounds so much that he generates a wider use of words for his rhyme schemes. Very few rappers can do that.

[@debrashrider4062]

I recently heard that dropping those "t's" from the middle of words is common among the Welsh that also speak English. Considering he is from Wales, born and raised it makes sense.

[@nEthing4Her]

😂 Lol guys I'm just gonna to tell you now, your channel just went up like 40% as far as likes and views and comments. Brothers, Ren is a musical Force of Nature. He's a walking gift. We, his fan base are known as RENegades and we all tend to love him - and each other - as if we were related 😂. But trust me dude you will too. If I'm not subbed up already I'm going to sub up just to watch you guys go on this journey with the rest of us. LOL you have no idea what you've stumbled into. You're going to love this artist and so is your channel. This guy's musical talents seem have no bounds. His trilogies, _Tales_ and _Money Game_ are actual works of art, just like _Hi Ren_ is. Couple that with the fact that the guy is a class human being and loves to collab with other independent artists and the whole package comes together man. Welcome I'm so glad to welcome another future pair of RENegades 😉

[@donnap9547]

Beautifully said...

[@nEthing4Her]

@@donnap9547 ❤️

[@Romain_Bubulle]

Ahh discovering Ren with Hi Ren. You have yet to realise that you're already skydiving in a rabbit hole.

[@TheNordicharps]

You guys get it. I am most impressed! Now get ready to jump into the Ren rabbit hole. Thank you for a great reaction. Subscribed ❤

[@darrellmills]

Great reaction lads Welcome to the rabbit hole trust me you won’t be disappointed… 👍🏼🇬🇧

[@francesdoll4039]

Well done guys. Renegades will be here for you. I subbed. My 2 favorites are Seven Sins, a real masterpiece and Murderer, acoustic version. But whatever you direction you go will be magic. Ren us a beautiful soul and he uses his pkatform to shine lught in the place of darkness he came from with chronic physical and mental illness and constant pain. He has been getting treatment fir more than a year in Canada for the damage done to him by 7 years if undiagnosed Lyme disease and the mental illness caused by that ad well. Music is his religion.

[@ali50n]

You nailed that reaction...subbed in anticipation of more Ren. Can't wait to see your reactions to his rap rap!

[@brigittemainella6412]

One of the most exciting reactions to Hi Ren! I loved your conversational breakdown of Ren's brilliant work! Enjoy your Ren journey! Thank you 😊liked and subscribed 🎉

[@CristyB66]

Good luck guys. You entered a huuuge rabbit hole with Ren and his friends. Good luck 😂😍