The birth of Hi Ren.

[@RenMakesStuff]

The community in Patreon came together and voted to start sharing some of the older patreon posts. So thanks go to them for this video, it's been amazing to watch such a special group of people come together over the last year! Big up & big love to u all This video was originally posted on 17/12/23. if u wanna see what it's all about click the link below

[@RosalieAnneMarie]

❤❤❤❤

[@Tinkerbell9332]

Glad to be part of patreon for 11 months🫡 Looking forward to more people! You are great to follow Ren!

[@DanielleLeigh]

I love being on your patreon 🤩

[@ColbyDavis-ht7ei]

@@RenMakesStuff Love to support you on Patreon. It’s a special place ❤️

[@zelenozubi]

🤤❤

[@TiffanyLovering]

Patreon members did NOT just vote to start sharing these videos, they practically DEMANDED it! 97% of the votes were for sharing these beautiful exclusive nuggets. That is a HUGE testament to the person you are and the community you cultivated. ❤

[@rmediaglobal]

actually, yes! Perfectly stated

[@JoRiceRenegade4Eva]

100% facts - share everything with the world!! The BTS and the work, passion & enthusiasm Ren & his amazing Team put in, is as freakin awesome & mind blowing as his phenomenal catalogue & Artistry 👏👏👏👏❤️

[@merklingassoc]

Congratulations Ren on your massive success in one year. Congratulations on such a breakout hit as Hi Ren. I'm a 70 yr old widow, a female, and I love your music. I still remember watching Hi Ren for the first time it brought me to tears. I was so impressed with your talent, bravery, acting skills and ability to tell a story. I have since been an avid fan, love all your music and love that with each new piece you put out I'm still amazed and surprised by your genius. The best part is you Ren. Your message speaks to all generations. I've no doubt you reach and help millions with your transparency and honesty. But, when you boil it all down, you are simply a kind, caring and genuine soul. This old lady wants you to know how much your music means to us all. Congratulations and thank you ..... ❤❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@CumulusSkies]

“Your message speaks to all generations.” Here here! It most certainly does. :)

[@highlightshadow]

"Turned out ok" translates to one of the most meaningful, impressive, immersive, emotional song performances i've ever seen in my life. Love the story Ren -- thanks for sharing it

[@LightAfton-f5f]

Rens reaction to Hi Ren was so humble Ik that it's because he felt like it wasn't good but that basically translates to humble 😭

[@Gwen-y6w]

@@LightAfton-f5f His pain has kept him humble woah oooo oooiii !!!

[@darkmatter6714]

I can’t help giggle at the thought of the landlord sitting upstairs and hearing muffled yodling and heated arguments coming from the basement, thinking “WTF is going on down there?!” 😂 🤔 I wonder if he’s seen Hi Ren and thinks about how he almost deprived the world. Isn’t it funny how small decisions like that can change lives, even millions of lives! 😮

[@DarenC]

Mad how small altercations can define who we are. Luckily this time it worked out. :D

[@AGuy-f4h]

@@DarenC hehe

[@LightAfton-f5f]

Not the "IMMA F****** KILL YOU REN" "WELL F****** KILL ME THEN" Bit 😂

[@LightAfton-f5f]

This will probably never happen but I can just imagine him walking down, not disrupting and just watched Ren perform because he's so good LMAO

[@younesbj]

​@@DarenC bittersweet indeed 😊

[@lajoyous1568]

Our humble Ren "it turned out ok in the end" Ok!?! Damnit Ren it turned out to be magic ✨ that brought a whole world of people together as RENEGADES 😎

[@wolfgangwalk337]

Someone had no clue that he was going to make history on that very day.

[@samiecarr1885]

Oh, everybody in that room knew. How could they not.😊❤

[@Meowziez]

Thank you members in Patreon for voting to share these. Greatly appreciated. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@LeftStepFPV]

I'd love to watch "Landlord's Reaction to Hi Ren" =P

[@EmmaBaker-ty2bj]

Thank you Ren and patreon gang for allowing us to enjoy these ❤

[@bensortman9621]

Hi Ren was the first time I ever even heard of Ren. It came up on my KZbin feed and I said sure why not. I didn't realize how amazing this simple looking video was going to be. The music and vocals were astounding. The visuals were subtle but deep. And it was this song that made me want to know more about Ren. I could see the pain he had gone through but I wanted to know more. I played another song, Su!cide, I think, and started looking into Ren and what he has lived through. It made me want to know the details. And as I learned them I grew to respect Ren even more. Though he has suffered like few of us may ever know, he has never given up. Even when he was tempted he kept going, kept giving his heart and soul to the music and us. Hi Ren touches so many people, especially those of us who have suffered through mental illness. And it draws people into learning more and listening to more and finding out as much as we can. Hi Ren is open arms, drawing people close. Showing us we are not alone. Ren has lived through a hell most of us will never know. And whether you believe in God, or karma, or whatever, Ren has paid his due. His music and story are the gifts he has been given. And I am thankful that he stairs them with all of us. Happy birthday Hi Ren

[@emmahammond4338]

I;m a patreon member - just so I can do my bit in supporting one of the greatest of all times! I still wait for the youtube releases though, to feel part of it. What brilliance !

[@darrenirwin]

The point at " cower at the man I've become, as I sing from the top of my lungs " is so powerful, I often burst into tears at that point, an epic dynamic and emotional track. Thankyou so very much for your grift, determination and remarkable talents.

[@9madness9]

So odd seeing Hi Ren without flashing lights! "It turned out ok" Understatement.

[@debthecpn]

I know I was thinking exactly the same. 😂

[@somogyieva]

For me, support is the reason I'm on Patreon. I'm glad everyone can see these videos❤

[@Skittenmeow]

Me too!

[@tracycrook2574]

Same 😊

[@Anuta6675]

🙋‍♀️

[@nicholefraser9762]

Thank you!

[@JoRiceRenegade4Eva]

Yes! ❤

[@paulbusek3446]

Credit to the team for helping to frame this masterpiece!

[@Clegg.]

As much as this was absolutely epic to see, had goosebumps while watching... Can we give your mate Vik a pat on the back!! Legend 🙌

[@AdamBazille]

THE GREATEST SONG OF ALL TIME! "HI REN"! CHANGED MY LIFE FOREVER! ❤REN

[@annfarmer9704]

I had found Ren four months before hi ren. I remember being so excited , my honey decided to join me for the premier. the comment section was so much fu,n, until it turned into a slot machine .... I think bothe my eyes were flashing the word tilt at that point! I got so sucked into it! tears streaming downy cheeks and idgaf, didn't even bother to wipe them away. when it ended, my honey and I were silent for a couple minutes. silent awe....a reverence....soaking in that quiet respect for what we had just witnessed. I could not have said a word even if I had wanted to. it took two weeks to get my adjectives back and it felt like all of them were not good enough to convey how I felt about this masterpiece. my mind was literally both blown and short circuited or maybe going through a Ren reboot.... how many of you gave a moment or more of silence after watching hi ren? I don't think I listened to any more music that day! at that time I was going through absolute hell, I had lost all hope a couple years before (I wanted to hunt hope down and kill it) then here comes Ren and restored my hope. not only restored it but some made me at peace with it in the process. and I needed that to happen. I would not be here today had it not been for Ren and his powerful healing vibe and his magnificent art. thank you Ren, thank you hi ren and thank you RENegades! sending so much love & digital hugs to all of you! proud of you Ren! and I'm proud to be a RENegade! Ann ❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️

[@_beYOUtiful_chaos]

I believe it turned out better than “okay” Ren! lol It’s an actual masterpiece! You’re absolutely brilliant, man! I’m SO happy for you that you’re starting to really blow up here in the states. Especially after everything you’ve went through.. You deserve it! 😉

[@beccasalt8960]

Well here we are and Hi Ren STILL blows me away and is still bringing more audience members to your door. It's honestly so impressive just the work ethic and the amount of effort you put into your craft, let alone the finished products. Phenomenal. You're a true artist for our generation and I'm happy to be following your journey and supporting your music. We're still only at the beginning 🌅

[@bethellen1962]

Ren, first you changed the way I viewed music (didn’t think that was possible after 57 years of listening) then you changed the way I viewed life. You are a real one. Thank you for sharing your music and life with us. 💜😊💜

[@Grecianfan1]

Blew me away it did. Not had that feeling in music since 1978, when as a 15 year old, Punk knocked me off my feet. Saw you a couple of times before on Music Man links, thinking this guy has talent, but the message in Hi Ren was outstanding. The great thing was, there was a huge back catalogue to catch up on and like many, down the rabbit hole I fell, Keep up the great work.

[@Tinkerbell9332]

Ren I'm so glad to be part of patreon! These are great! Thank you !

[@mrgzola25]

They are amazing 🙏🙏😃😃

[@Tinkerbell9332]

@@mrgzola25 They really are☺️ I'm glad I've been part of it long enough to witness the growth!

[@alexabroad9478]

Im New to patreon just because of ren .. its worth it ? Im not sure which abo i should take

[@Tinkerbell9332]

@alexabroad9478 Honestly, I have found it worth it certainly! He may not be able to answer everyone, but does do Q and A's and he may answer it in a video and I'm top tier so I get to see lessons we sometimes get early release things in his merch! It's pretty sweet! If you can afford, I suggest it☺️

[@alexabroad9478]

@@Tinkerbell9332 i would love to support ren. He dont know .. but this year was hard without his art..im not sure i would be able to write now with you. And what you say sound great and fair to me - hope to write next time on patreon with you 😀 Wont work before November but than 💪💪

[@NixyRose72]

You deserve every second of praise for that song. My partner showed me the song, knowing my own struggles with chronic pain and depression. It touched me so deeply. I felt seen. Thank you, So much love! ❤

[@andycurran9352]

Stay strong my friend, sending massive love and hugs from an Irish Renegade. ❤

[@NixyRose72]

@andycurran9352 thank you so much, love and hugs right back at you my Irish friend, from the (less than illustrious lol) American side of the pond! Take care and stay strong! Renegades united! ❤️

[@martag.4594]

It's official, Ren is my favourite musician. Hope I get to meet him one day. Love from Slovakia.

[@JamieNiemi]

I appreciate and love what you do for everybody

[@balance8888]

I think the stress didn't harm the song, because the subject is also quite stressful. Thank you so much for making this video public domain. Musicians can also learn a lot from you. Among other things, that masterpieces don't need a big budget.❤

[@Tobsson]

I actually liked the stressed version. Like stressing it a little actually make it great for a stage performance. I love the music video, but the stressed version is great too.

[@sarahloveslyrics]

This masterpiece changed the entire course of my life m8. It's nice to have all the BTS and bits on Patreon/YT for the world to see. A fly on the wall of Ren 🪰👀🖤

[@melissawinstead8848]

I absolutely cherish HI REN. It will go down as my all time favorite. These tidbits are fascinating. I would've never imagined all of that went on just as you were making this gem. I think it makes it even more special and miraculous!😍 (Thanks again Patreon fam from a YT fam🤗)

[@keithrowley7381]

I hope in future your not so hard on yourself, You are a Genius and never forget that. You also have a family here that will follow you regardless and what you think of your music. Being 58 years old I have seen the best in my time and to call you a Genius doesn't come likely. Enjoy yourself. ❤❤

[@UncleSpellbinder]

I've been a fan and follower of your music since the very early days of the pandemic... several years before "Hi Ren." So I knew of (and purchased) the Freckled Angels album had favorite songs for a good long time before that fateful day "Hi Ren" hit KZbin. I already knew the importance of your music, your words, your story to that point. But when "Hi Ren" premiered, I was in an emotionally "unstable" state. After watching that premier I felt lifted, happy, and sad all at once... and near the end I was in tears. I really don't know whether they were sad, happy, joyous tears or what. I just "FELT". And for a time, I hadn't. And I knew, KNEW that "Hi Ren" would hit others similarly. So for that, I thank you. Your music resonates with people of all ages, races, religions, no religions, locations. I was 54 years old when I found your music. And I'm so happy I did. So this 60 year old American from Indiana thanks you. You've truly made a difference in my life. Peace and long life to you, REN.

[@ColbyDavis-ht7ei]

I’m excited about seeing this. I’ve often wondered. My son knows every word, it crazy. Thank you and your team for all the hard work you do.

[@RenNotRen]

Thank you for sharing this Ren ❤

[@darlenemoore5846]

Phenom! Happy Anniversary Hi Ren ❤

[@MissMeKate]

Love seeing all the Patreon stuff again, knowing so many more people are getting to see it too. ❤

[@Mogel-]

Really cool to hear even your friend had the mandatory moment of silence after "Hi Ren", just to let it sink in that it's probably the best thing they've seen :D

[@Onewayoflife75]

Good Ole Vik!

[@simplysimon9868]

You gave birth to a monster of a song 😄😁👊 Well done all involved and I've lost count how many times I've watched reactions. People genuinely blown away at your performance!! Huge UP Brother 🙌🙏🫶

[@renejensen7799]

Amazing how well the Hi Ren video turned out, under those conditions, and happy 1 year aneversery for Hi Ren, a song that gave our fantastic artist, a better platform.

[@CourtneyBrooke89]

Love this! ❤ But the hospital gown with the starter jacket is hilarious 😅

[@LightAfton-f5f]

I don't think that I have said this but I have been wanting this for ages I would actually watch every take of Hi Ren 🙏🏾

[@xXLa_mujer_JuniperXx]

These are just insane to see! Even when not watching the final take you are so incredibly talented at live performance. I hadn't been sure of it for a while but I think you are officially my favorite music artist! Thank you for all the great gifts you have given us

[@SqueakyWeasel247]

What? A year? What a year! Thank you Ren. Stay safe bro and be well.

[@RealMrFoxParadox]

Ren, I am spreading the word as far as I can about your talent. Love your work 🔥

[@bethstratton3391]

Hi Ren! Birthed due to a deep understanding and delivered from a place of truth. It’s a masterpiece!! When I first saw the video, I thought it was amazing, but when I saw the video of you singing live at KoKo I was absolutely blown away. 💛

[@lorihutcheon5363]

Hi Ren❣️ “Seriously” the anniversary of my re-birth! This was very special, thank you for sharing the story of the making for this life changing masterpiece! I literally feed off your music daily my young friend and you blessed me even further releasing your Sick Boi album just for me on my birthday🎉 God Bless your big beautiful heart♥️

[@FischtankProductions]

This song right here changed a lot of peoples lives, including mine. Thank you Ren for making this beautiful piece of art.

[@andrewsears16]

The birth of Hi Ren?? It's all about the delivery, really.

[@lajoyous1568]

😂 classic

[@stonefaction]

Two twins....lying side by side.....

[@JoH4LH44]

Think finding a wheelchair was inspiration 😂

[@Skittenmeow]

ICWYDT 😂❤

[@BigBadBeauD]

Nicely done.

[@volkerkrux7311]

Legendary! A perfect example of preparation paying off ... massively! It is not often seen so clearly how much time and effort in prep impact on the outcome of a performance. Under pressure and when things don't go as planned, when the plan hits reality, it is the solid foundation that makes it possible to perform on point. That's where art comes from... it is the struggle...

[@averyk79]

The birth, evolution and soon - world dominance of Ren. Excited to be a member of the tribe and loving every moment of this wild ride! Let's go! ❤

[@kellyt5341]

💯

[@Pookiee-1031]

I love being part of your Patreon; all of your BTS videos are great! I'm so glad you are now sharing them with everyone!! 🤍

[@LucidDreamer68]

Thank you so much for sharing this with us. Thank you patreon for thinking of us and wanting Ren to share it with us. It's amazing to see how far Ren has come when doing his live chats. He seemed so nervous here and so unconfident but now he just sits back and chills and jokes and has a good time. It's like we are all there with him and he's telling us a story. The growth has been so great to watch.

[@DJSupaflyguy]

🫡👌👌👌👍 THE MUSICAL GENIUS HAS FINALLY LANDED 🫡👌👌👌👌

[@Megan-z8d]

Love ren so much. Music is so well written, bloody brilliant

[@melaniel9620]

Amazing Ren you really are the artist of a generation very special ❤

[@victorgurule3711]

Ren…thanks for sharing your journey to immortality. It’s been an absolute joy to see your progression to new heights. Many kudos and keep reaching. I along with all your fans will be by your side till the end. 👍🏻

[@Sue-m3d]

Absolutely brilliant and a brilliant team behind you...Irish hugs

[@angelapursley2811]

Thank you for sharing this with us!! Grateful to the man who gave you 30 minutes! This incredible work of art has changed my life and givem me HOPE to carry on with this life I live❤ HAPPY ONE YEAR!!!!!++

[@belgand5555]

Thanks again to all the Patreon peeps… you truly rock! Thank you Ren for what amounts to the rebirth of many here… you and the team are truly a sight to behold… ♥️x

[@Believry]

I love how he sounds exacly the same, no tunes

[@valystsalley6274]

"It turned out, Ok." How dare you Ren. That was art! Lol jk of course we're all happy it worked out. That song feels helpful on such an indescribable level. Thank you so much for all you do.

[@JoH4LH44]

Best Patreon from other experiences where u only get posts once in a while. Thanks Ren, Kai n Josh (all involved) for keeping us posted. ❤❤❤

[@KimbaLoveAdams]

I love being one of ur Patreon members!!!!! It really is a special community. 🥰

[@deni_88]

Wow! Thank you for sharing Ren 🫶

[@BrasilTrix]

I'll never forget the feeling of watching it for the first time. It so mindblowing, you just had to watch it again and again to make sense of it all. Epic!

[@elenhin]

loooooool and here I was hoping for a BTS collab 😂 Oh well, I'll simply keep enjoying you separately *sniff* ty for this behind the scenes look :D

[@Little_Alien_Lost]

Thank you for this peek behind the curtain on the song that saved me from myself and changed the way that I walk through the world. Thank you for all of it. ❤️‍🩹

[@harleystonier9857]

For the amount of takes, you made a damn masterpiece. Brilliant.

[@kbmcw70]

Hi Ren was the first song that I saw of yours and got me hooked on your music. You always impress me! Your dedication to your music is inspirational and a lot of your work is very 💪powerful 💪. Love, love it! 💞🎶♥️🎶♥️

[@staceycline4261]

😎☮️🫶🔥Thank you Ren...Thank You Very Much. Appreciate YOU MASSIVELY SIR🤍🖤❤️👑😈

[@DezVet]

Right on! I work in the film industry and have seen it many times. You tell yourself that you would like just one more take. Then it ends up your most successful take is already in the can. Thanks for sharing this behind the scenes look at such a succesful piece.

[@docdurdin]

So awesome that you are sharing this with us, Ren. The amount of work to create this is Epic.

[@raelynnclinard]

love love love this!!!

[@mark_white.]

OMG soaking up all of this .....Hell ya been here for this whole ride ...Hella sweet.

[@strive4impact]

Missed it in Patreon. Hadn't seen this before today, but I'm going to post the mountain version of "Hi Jonathan" tomorrow "Hi Ren" with my own internal dialogue... So good to hear the challenges you faced in getting this made. Makes me feel better about all of my takes and my not yet perfect edits. Thank you for sharing all of this Ren.

[@heartwork8318]

Amazing to see the creative genius in action! Thanks for sharing!❤️‍🔥✌🏻🫶🏻

[@SF-k2p]

Thanks for sharing this ❤

[@Lotus_Jay]

Thank you 🙏

[@PhoenixGoddess4444]

I’m SOOOOO EXCITED to see this!! I was in your early Hi Ren days. That’s when I found you. I am a 53 year old woman that has autoimmune issues and a connective tissue disorder and I relate to the dark bare bones of this song. I know every word and I always end the song reminding myself how far I’ve come. I’m here for this!! Love you Ren!! You are a precious gem with the gift you share with the world. Glad I was able to come across you all the way across the pond in Utah (USA). I’m grateful you didn’t have to sell yourself to a label. KZbin keeps you real and keeps you YOU! So much gratitude for the spin you gave to my healing. ❤️‍🩹 p.s. yes I do own 3 of your SickBoi CDs and I love them. Happy to support!!!

[@DanielleLeigh]

Every time when you sing at the end you pull on my heart strings 💕 in a good way ❤ all I can say is beautiful ❤️

[@brandonjones1349]

Absolute 🔥!!! Ty for this, mate ☘️🇺🇲

[@lbow09]

Awesome!!! Thank you for this, Ren!!!

[@harleystonier9857]

One of my faves. ❤ you’re brilliant. I’ve never wished for someone to make it big more than I have for you.

[@peskyflannel]

legendary

[@Santi_417]

AMAZING! crazy to think 4 takes to make this master piece! BIG UPS!

[@LudmilaT.]

Imagine making a video that takes breath out of everone who sees it and calling it "turned out ok" 😂

[@BeeyaCreativeSelf]

I've said it before & I'll say it again ,The Whole World needs to see/hear Hi Ren & everything else Ren has ever done , I love being able to support Ren on his Patreon & I am all for sharing all things Ren with the world .... This was awwwesome ❤

[@dejzmi7089]

Huge fan of you man !!!

[@ktomminello]

I'm so fricken glad you mentioned practicing facial expressions!! I wondered about that since the first time I saw the video and every time I watch your videos. 💖💖💖 you are such an incredible performance artist, not just a musician. Thank you for baring your soul for all of us to feel a little less alone in life. You're incredible!!!💖💖💖

[@crentomalla9907]

Fucking awesome, the worthiest rap artist of praise.

[@jaynesierakowska3120]

Thank you Patreon folks ❤

[@yellow_A]

Man, that song is the type of song that will never gets old, and it's the best thing i"ve ever heard! You can be proud of yourself. Happy Hi Ren 1 year anniversary!!!

[@GarryMcHugh-w8b]

I think everyone sat for a while after hearing hi ren for the first time, i know i did, and my favourite thing to do is watch reactions to hi ren to see there reactions, i know how i felt inside and its interesting to see other's, absolute genius of a musician

[@LoutTsu]

So grateful you and your friends have documented bits of your history this way.

[@sunflowerbeth3830]

Thanks for sharing your art. First song of yours I heard. To say relatable works be an understatement.

[@EstherRoda]

it's amazing piece of eternal art ❤

[@DanielleLeigh]

YESSS ❤❤❤ Love your content bro ❤️ 🧬🪷 love your artistic style ❤ all love 😘💓😘

[@horsnpony365]

Thank you for your generosity in sharing this BTS story. How has it been a year already?! It’s crazy hearing how much of a rollercoaster this final day of filming was. After all that prep and pressure, it must have been scary to look at those four takes. A mere 1/5th your typical expectation for takes to get what you need…. Oh, I know that anxiety born from the affliction called perfectionism. Your intense preparation made this all possible. The landlord added the extra heat. Voilà. You had a masterpiece on your hands. Diamonds are created under pressure. Hi Ren is proof of that. Thank the universe for Vik. He was the very first person to watch and experience that moment of stunned silence after the screen goes black. He’s the first official Hi Ren Reaction. Thank you man, for being the perfect sounding board for Ren and giving him the confidence that it was more than ready to post to YT. We are all forever in your debt for giving Ren your honest opinion. Just look at where we all are now?! Not alone in our invisible illnesses and MH issues, not alone with our inner conflict. Finally figuring out, with a little push from Ren, that the key to hope and happiness in spite of our trials is ACCEPTANCE. Once that’s in place, there’s so much more space for our lives to have something more, something better. Best of all, IMHO, there’s this incredible family of Renegades in this worldwide rabbit hole… I finally found a family that loves unconditionally and isn’t cruel to others. I’m so happy for this community. It’s a wonderful refuge from this crazy world. I’m still searching for those cookies. People have said there are cookies down here… ❤😆 Happy birthday to Hi Ren. So very proud of you and your teammate’s dedication to your art. May you continue to do the things you love, enjoy good health, and keep enriching this world with your wonderful creations.

[@paulrichardson7678]

All Rens live videos capture something special. They feel real and have emotion…the success of them speaks for themselves. I am intrigued how you got the tone of voice for the bad Ren. This was very clever. Keep up the great work Ren awesome stuff

[@moonchild1971]

Beautiful ❤