We react to the TRILOGY - The Tale of Jenny & Screech - Violet's Tale | (REACTION!!)

[@philk9227]

This is a trilogy worthy of Shakespeare. Ren is our modern day bard. It is a real rollercoaster of a ride from the sublime guitar playing to the gut-wrenching tragedy of the tales themselves. Hard to listen to but Ren's performance was both brilliant and chilling. On a far lighter note congratulation both on the 100K - no channel is more deserving! Keep up the great work. All the best from the UK.

[@TheCoupleCrib]

Thank you so much!! Much Love ❤️❤️❤️❤️

I totally agree - maybe Ren has made made a new genre .. Bard-core 🤷‍♂️

[@RenNotRen]

This trilogy is always hard to hear, with the abuse and what Screech does. I can tell it hit you Carol pretty hard and it does leave many people speechless and in tears. I completely understand your reaction. Love to you and Elie ❤

[@hetster69]

Carol absolutely got it.. they both took on the characteristics of the parents

[@NeilAngus-we2gh]

Yes she did . She is amazing and totally right

[@geraldoyler4183]

You can take the violence back another generation. Violet's father abused her and her mother was silent about that too.

[@marlonwilson-zf8sl]

Great reaction. Carol nailed exactly what the theme of the story. We also realize at the end that if they were twins, Jenny was also only 14. They were both street kids. Screech was a hoodlum and Jenny was walking late at night in high heels and rosie on her cheeks

[@nannyogtha]

Sending you hugs, Carol - I could see the emotion on your face 💜 This one is quite personal for me as well. I think Ren does an excellent job of making men feel a bit of that helplessness, especially when he does the eye lid thing and gets up close in the camera’s “face”. Thanks for reacting! 💜🥔

[@M_J_Hammer]

Well done getting through that guys, I could see the impact just by watching your faces. It is a really tough one but a story well worth telling.

[@redscouse8568]

Probably the best reaction to this Trilogy I have seen (and I have watched a lot). You both "got it" and Carol absolutely nailed it with her comments. I have said this many times nobody since my teens and seeing and listening to Bowie has anyone come close to making me think about music, words and performance like Ren has. He is a special talent. Subscribed.

[@kevbruce9191]

It blows me away how Carol can catch so much when English is her 2nd language ❤ you guys fully deserve 100K subs 🎉 Onward to 1 million like Ren 👍

[@Glimiril]

I so looked forward to you two reacting to this, I knew you would both discuss and understand, you both have a great awareness that is a delight to witness.. Congratulations on 100K subs..

[@Bai_Su_Zhen]

You guys are the best reaction channel on the internet hands down. Actual intelligent and empathic people, no fakeness, no attention seeking behaviours, just genuine appretiation for art and good vibes. So rare these days. I can't even tell you how much I love your channel. You're the types of people I would never refuse to have in my social circle. The world desperately needs more people like you right now. Wish you the best

[@TheCoupleCrib]

Thank you so much🥹🥹🥹❤️❤️ your comment means a lot really!!!! It shows that you're an awesome human being too 🤗 Much LOVE ❤️❤️❤️

[@criminalchicken499]

Might i also recommend Knox Hill! His reactions are incredible as well

[@NoNameCity1969]

Emotional, fantastic reaction. You are real. Sharing this with you was wonderful.

[@xxMelaniexx]

It's a hard watch and I always cry. The generational trauma passed from Voilets parents, to her to her children. Cycles no one was able yo break. Hopefully this art can help someone somewhere suffering. Sadly things like this happen everyday and pretending they don't helps no one

[@drakal30]

Ren makes your feels feel. It's cathartic. Cheers guys! Stay safe out there.

[@kevinwarren3724]

Brilliant, genuine reaction from you both. You summed it up perfectly at the end 👌

[@GJKemp]

BOOOM! 100K Congrats you two. 🙌

[@TheCoupleCrib]

Thank youuu 😁🎉❤️❤️

[@GJKemp]

@RenMakesMusic Giving Ren the heads up! Powerful reactions.

[@theturtleproject]

@@TheCoupleCrib woo hoo well deserved , congrats

[@thatcanadianwhitetrashguy]

@@TheCoupleCrib Congrats You Two Lovs the Show and the Ren Reactions Peace OOT

[@scottlaurenson3390]

We are all in awe of Ren his ability to touch your Heart and Soul with his compositions the depth and attention to detail 🧠👂👀🫶 ✌️❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿.

[@Anuta6675]

"Ren is scary when he holds a guitar and speaks to you" 🙌👏

[@stanjohnstone8874]

Spot on guys well picked up on meaning of story - keep up with Ren he's the goat

[@RAMBUK1989]

he really is the goat

[@J-Ernie]

it can take awhile to find your tongue and to reflect on your emotions. Being momentarily speechless is perfectly normal and often a great response!

[@docdurdin]

Ren wants to remind us that this happens to this very day. Children separated at birth never knew each other. We can do better if we remember.

[@JJ_Lloyd]

Congratulations on 100,000 subscribers!!! That's awesome!

[@TheCoupleCrib]

Thank youuu! Much love ❤️❤️

[@MikeB12800]

All the different backgrounds and cultures, yet we all relate on such basic common concepts!!

[@geofthompson3844]

Ren is social commentary in musical form. He is shining a light on the darkness of human nature. But he's also showing the potential we have to be better too.

[@FooDogDat]

So many lives lived rooted in trauma, and we can't seem to stop making them, family trauma is often rooted in societal ills of poverty, prejudice, brutality, and violence. Based upon our natures we respond and are shaped by it, it taints our relationships, and these models are passed on to the next generations. The Tales are based upon a police blotter article in a paper Ren read, it was the story of a young prostitute killed by another youth during a mugging, then a responding officer killing the youth. In the article the commanding officer was quoted saying 'they were so young, it's such a shame.' 'It's such a shame' is a phrase Ren uses throughout The Tales. Some seem to miss that Violet's father 'tuck her tight, but never left the room. I'll spare you with the things he did, I'm sure her mother knew.' 'moved out at 16, a semi-detached council flat provided by a welfare scheme...' The only girl who would get a flat like that would be pregnant... she was likely pregnant by her father. Multigenerational trauma and abuse. Stevie calls her a 'little liar' and a 'fucking slut,' this could be because he figured out that she was pregnant before they got together. Levels. These videos were actually made a year apart. Originally it was just the two videos, but the third part was created to bring them back together as a way to understand the origins of the characters, the generational abuse, neglect, and trauma that led to their lives, a repeat of their parents, and the resulting continuing tragedy. Some people see 'The Tales' and think they are recent, or the 3 parts of 'Money Game' and not that they go back 3 or 4 years, and that his back catalog is so big. It is a tale of 'overnight success.' He is obsessive and rehearses endlessly and in filming does take after take, for 'Money Game Part 1' there were issues so they went all night with about 180 takes, for 'The Tales' they were done about 50 times, for Violet's tale there were 54 takes as something wouldn't go just right in the long live one take shot. They had one with rain showers at a very special moment but in review it wasn't as good, but in the version used the plane flying overhead stirring up the seagulls right when 'Stevie' pauses to see what he did to Violet also seems special. This is Ren very much in 'Bardcore,' he spent much of his youth going with his parents to renaissance festivals and likely seeing many British pantomime plays, so this kind of performance was well ingrained for him. The second phrase he plays in Violet's Tale just before he moves up to play on the neck in a tapping or plucking technique really reminds me of the sort of Medieval lute or guitar tune played in a tavern. Tunes likely heard at a Renaissance Festival, something like the classical guitar in Scarborough Fair, Greensleeves, Bonny Sweet Boy, Coventry Carol, and Almain. Songs with a bit of a Celtic or Irish Folk feeling are similar too, Blackmore's Night - Renaissance Faire (Official Video), the intro to Blind Guardian - The Bard's Song (OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO), or the comedic parody The Ren Faire Song by musicalblades.

[@sharis9095]

I find it fascinating watching people fill in the story. It shows how amazing the storytelling is that it builds such a full picture of the history of the twins.

[@boydhall1587]

Art from the Heart! I love that title for this style that Ren Has created , and you have named.

[@khalidfaris1062]

Bravo guys for this reaction. You are the first I've seen to delve into the true meaning of this trilogy and recognise the cycles that are being played out. Most cut short at the shock that they are twins. I am clicking that subscribe button now.

[@JensRandolff]

Thank you for another genuine, heartfelt reaction, and for your thoughtful comments. I hope you are well and are staying safe. God bless you.

[@arklilbro]

Long time no see my friend

[@JensRandolff]

@@arklilbro Hey, Bob. How are you? I am still around, just haven't commented on Ren much; YT started blocking or removing all of my Ren comments a while back, so I finally gave up. Surprised that this comment made it past the algorithm. I guess it passed because it was short and didn't contain any artist information. Have a blessed night, my friend.

[@arklilbro]

@@JensRandolff I’m doing well. I have just really missed your comments.

[@JensRandolff]

@@arklilbro Glad to hear that you are well. Be blessed, my friend.

[@arklilbro]

@@JensRandolff u too

[@Phazetic99]

I like to study body language. Your non-verbal reactions were amazing. What is even better with Ren's storytelling is how his music pulls us into the song to the point where you feel the emotions of the situation happening. Great reaction... and really good analysis. Love it

[@geralynsteppe5974]

It was hard to watch the stricken look on Carol's face during Violet's tale. As to your comment, Elie, that it's too much, I think Ren pushes so hard here to get us past the trite "It's such a shame" response. So easy to say that and turn around and forget it. He doesn't want us to... Great reaction.

[@therealjenn184]

Great reaction. Carol, you said you had nothing to say, but you said one of the most important things. That it never stops until the cycle is broken.

[@Terrahawk_]

It's a brilliant trilogy, I first watched it then had to check out a reaction to see how others felt about it and a year and a half later if I see a reaction I have to check it out to relive that first experience again. A lot of people notice the 'rewind' on the guitar in the hospital bed but miss the fast forward on the guitar after the attack which brings us back to the hospital. It's an incredible piece of work.

[@clintonbrooks534]

Thank you all for your reactions!!! Been watching for hours😂 One great thing about Ren, he brings us together no matter background, age, ethnicity, etc. Only true art can do that.

[@simplysimon9868]

Every reaction to the Trilogy from Ren hits hard. Modern day Shakespeare here. Your reaction is so good!! Rens Rabbit hole is soo good. The talent in music and filming is perfect. One takes also blow me away. Big shout to Samuel Perry Flavey for his camera work!! They did get shouted at by the neighbours 😄 but when they saw Ren they knew something was happening lol.

[@patriciaobrien6600]

You two are terrific ❤ Both so deep and have the ability to connect... the emotion is all over your faces. Thank you for this difficult reaction. I subbed for more ❤❤❤

[@rudyb.]

The musical performance by Ren in each Tale is Epic! Every movement and acting is perfected. He paints a picture in the minds of his audience. Ren is incredible in his storytelling. I felt the same emotions too, after the plot twist. Great reaction guys!

[@im2yz4u17]

The standard question from reactors is "Who the Hell is Violet?" We need a coffee cup with that on it.

[@boydhall1587]

I believe he read a story in a news paper along these lines.

[@ronnoe6708]

This is Ren's take on trauma and violence and how it can be handed down from generation to generation unless the cycle is broken. Proving the old adage that those who don't learn from history are doomed to repeat it.

[@Rackelhane]

Great reaction guys. Keep up the good work. Cheers from a finn in Sweden.

[@buzzcorley1957]

Carols analysis was spot on. I had the exact same case of speechlessness as well. Lol You guys are great!

[@susanperine1068]

I truly enjoy your reactions! Thank you for exploring the amazing world of REN! He's a treasure! Well done!!❤

[@RobertOHanlon-i8v]

your strong emotional reactions only prove the power of Rens talent. thanks for the honest reactions

[@realbworld]

Thanks guys…. Congratulations on your 100k….. fantastic reactions, your musical journey is inspiring.

[@themnocrat]

I'm glad you found your voice, as what you said once you had composed yourself was spot on.

[@mldkenny]

Congratulations on 100k so well deserved. Such a tough one, but so real, thank you for reacting to this very important one!

[@joelmastrobattisto422]

What a great reaction you guys really thoroughly understood that. It is true artistry and storytelling.

[@JR-tr1df]

Generational cycles of violence. so hard to break sometimes.

[@boydhall1587]

Ren is a Troubador. He is awesome. Such talent.

[@soshie]

I've watched this video 100 times. Your ability to pick up the themes and messages is mind bending to me. Best channel on YT

[@ericcarlson8576]

Awesome reaction, thank you! Your analysis is spot on.

[@peterveste6976]

Thank you for continuing to react and support my favourite artist ever always look forward to your reactions sending big love from the UK ❤❤

[@McLeod2022]

Newish to the channel and I am hooked. Ren is easily the greatest singer/songwriter/videographer vision of my last ten years. It takes massive surrounding talent to do the thing he has done. Incredible musicians, wicked smart framing and videography. But there is absolutely no denying this man and his gift. ... it is one thing to look back as see the glory of the Beatles or Led Zep of Springsteen and Young... Vedder and Kurt and on and on... but it is another thing to live within their time. ... To be present. Ren is easily among the greatest of my five decades. His dark speaks to my darkest spaces and his joy speaks to my most loved moments. Danke for the react. we need him pushed out into this world.

[@C00lerpowa]

Never commented on any reaction, but you guys are sharp. You get the details really fast and you feel the the songs readily and for the right reasons. Well done! This one is seriously heavy and i can imagine for some out there it can be a bit too much. I really hope you are safe out there. Please take care of yourselves.

[@RootsMj]

I just subbed and noticed that I might have been your 100k sub. Big congratulations on that milestone, very well deserved! Great reactions all the way!

[@Adamsthoughts-zz5kn]

Elie do you thank God everyday for putting Carol in your life, I believe she may be the most beautiful thing I've ever seen!❤😊

[@weederfish9254]

Couple plot twists for you... Stevie wasn't the twins dad, violets dad was, you only get housing on welfare at 16 in UK if pregnant usually, stevie found out they weren't his kids hence the rage(no excuse) and Patrick wasn't in and screech girl busy cos they were seeing each other behind screech back

[@StefanVillkatt]

A fantastic reaction to very traumatic stories. I think you would love Chinchilla's new 1:5 (the live version)

[@epishmeh]

EXCELLENT reaction! I’ve been waiting for you to do this one, and you nailed it. Very well done!

[@globally123]

Love you both for your heartfelt reaction cheers from the U.K. Salama leykum

[@dreambit10]

Wonderful thoughtful reaction, thank you 🙏🙏❤‍🩹❤‍🩹. I thought the spiral staircase in Violet's tale summed it up perfectly, the repeating cycle of generational violence ... "she never stood a chance" ... it's absolutely devastating!

[@zigman63]

I sometimes wonder if REN actually realised how deep and dark this performance is? Even if he left this earth too soon he has definitely given more for his struggle than any of our so called role models or heroes from the history books. Ren to me has had a massive impact on actually getting people off their ass and doing something with their lives. I feel he has woke up alot of talented artists out there who maybe we're just happy with their lifestyle than their talent.

[@AlienNationLiveEvents]

This hit you both hard and that's because you are two of the most wonderful human beings, maybe sensitive to pain like few others. Carol looked devastated so Elie give her a huge hug.

[@RobertHearton]

Great job! Love you both ❤

[@inspiredfunkmark]

Great reaction to an incredibly well told tragedy. Ren is an amazing rabbit hole, and you guys have a new subscriber.

[@jahrolo]

Watched A LOT of reactions to this masterpiece - but you guys are the first I wanted to give a hug afterwards...

[@loveloochay]

🌹 I have seen this masterpiece a few times already , but I am very happy that I just watched it with you two. You both are quite honest and when you realized it was generational abuse and conflict I could see that you both were moved. TY ... Take care.

[@angeldinkov9930]

Grate reaction! Im aways crying on this masterpiece! All the best to you

[@MaxwellMoore-d1u]

His Music is Bardcore. Shakespeare in Context by the Words/ Lyrics. And his Actions. You can imagine a Play at the Globe.

[@KatHot567]

Thanks for your heartfelt reaction! I think the brutality of the story is even highlighted by beautiful guitar chords and singing and I think you're right, it's nearly too much - but maybe a necessary tale to be told.

[@22seanmurphy]

Hi thank you so much for putting up without removing the bad language like most KZbinrs it makes his masterpiece hit hard as it should do and also thanks for the subtitles 🙏

[@stranger2Utube]

Absolutely beautiful reaction and thoughts.

[@antiqueinsider]

Excellent analysis! You caught more of the deeper meanings than many reactors!

[@petehutcheon5186]

Listen to Me…. I’ve seen so very many reactions to this trilogy and I can tell you that yours war one of the best. You both were very captivated from jump. 👍👍👍

[@staceychristopher8141]

Carol got it 100% and felt it too! Great reaction guys! ❤

[@erickbmcwhorter4054]

I love you all glad to see you're back to ren

[@seantaylor4095]

Great reaction guys! You are both so sharp at picking up on what's happening. Loved watching you getting round to this one.

[@philhallbrook7008]

Thanks dudes. Seen a thousand reactions to this. Yours was ace

[@petersilie8549]

Great reaction, new subscriber here! Cheers from Munich, Germany

[@nachoamb1]

Great reaction so human. Hugs for both of you

[@zachsmith1741]

You guys are beautiful, and absolutely nailed this one. Tough stuff, but Ren has a way to expose the uncomfortable in a way that is so thought provoking. Thanks for your discussion.

[@Bedbugs2932]

I saw y'all smiling and happy and stuff at the beginning of the video and though "oh boy, that's about to change."

[@kevintunaley5079]

And the lady was Speechless ! way to go Ren !

[@solegs100]

Amazing reaction, it started with the grand parents then went to their parents that transferred to their children.

[@kalenaquinones7963]

Excellent reaction! Subbed

[@BEternity17]

" I have a good feeling.. " Man, I wish you were right about the good feeling :')

[@junction6_m27VNC]

Yeah the tales are hard hitting but need to be seen by everyone they are that important imo, I’ve done a playlist about all the main characters in these tales and how I think everything is interconnected on my YT,

[@mrdarengilbert3907]

Such a good reaction ❤ Respect to you both

[@andersrasmuson6096]

I love that Ren shows the cycle of violence in this world. He hits you in the face with it and doesn't apologize.

[@gabbyhayes440]

Excellent reaction. This series of videos made me cry again.

[@NeilAngus-we2gh]

I love you two you are special together. Just keep that.

[@aprilsjoy107]

Congratulations on 100k👏🥳

[@rw9019]

All of us; stunned silence, processing, realizing wtf just happened. Great reaction. Going to check out the Ren Playlist.

[@roystevenson9632]

Masterpiece indeed, great reaction.

[@PeterJohnson87]

And then just imagine, besides how good Ren can sing and rap and how good he can tell a story. Imagine that this story is of his creation. You need talent to tell a story in way that people actually believe it and get dragged into it. But its a whole other level of talent to actually produce stories like this yourself. its just amazing. Sad, but amazing.

[@troy9er]

Subbed and liked! I knew you guys would like Ren! He is really good. You should see him play the piano!! Money Game 3 is really good.

[@TheQuestionis-tz6rs]

Thank you so much for your Reaction.❤

[@badwolf1587]

I'm so thrilled 🎉, I love you guys and of course Ren❤

[@SoulFeather111]

Love your reaction and diagnosis of the song~!

[@antonycarter39]

Well done to both of you - it was an excellent reaction.