THIS GOT ME | Ren - Mackay | REACTION

[@Freiherr_von_Elnere]

CANADA - Alberta - Dummheller Lokation Greetings from Germany 😊

[@simply_psi]

David Bowie once wrote an album about a person from outer space called Ziggy Stardust who came to Earth saving humanity with his music, well Ziggy is here for real and his name is Ren.

[@satyasunshine9737]

David Bowie/ Ziggy Stardust was 1 of my favorites when I was only age 8( 1972)!!!!🫶🩷🩷🩷🩷

[@simply_psi]

@satyasunshine9737 I was only 5 in 1972 and Ziggy Stardust was already a favourite of mine thanks to having a sister who was 12 years older than me and used to love playing her records for me, it gave me my love of Led Zepplin, Donovan, James Taylor, Carole King, The Bealtes, Black Sabbath, Pink Floyd, Janis Joplin, Cat Stephens, The Kinks and so many more I owe so much to my big sis.

[@makethingsbetter]

Thanks for sharing the feels! 😊

[@sammyd8860]

Callum drowned less than 8 months after Joe Hughes died. He went swimming in stormy conditions and tragically his friend lewis Darroch also drowned when he jumped in to try to save him. Ren really struggled to process Callum's passing so soon after Joe

[@Lulabee2024]

🥺

[@elkevera]

At the premiere he said there won't be any lyrics, just think about someone you lost. Mission accomplished. Sorry about your Mom and friends who are not with you anymore. My list is endless, I am the last of the family.- Thank you 🤍

[@francesdoll4039]

I understand. Think I know more dead people than living at this point , so that's how many times I could listen to this song. Thanks Ren.

[@mburkitt7678]

I understand also. It only recently occurred to me that in my mid-60's I am the oldest living member of my father's blood line and the second oldest of my mother's. Grandparents, parents, aunts, uncles, even some cousins have gone ahead. So many memories. In my case my wife and I have three children (no grandchildren), nieces and nephews and almost 40 great nieces and nephews, so we are far from the last, but we are among the very few who remember the previous generations.

[@sammyd8860]

Ren had wanted to write a song for Callum for years but the words wouldn't come. One day he was playing piano and, out of nowhere, this melody appeared, and it expressed everything he wanted to say. Without words

[@arielbussart1305]

I loved that during the premier he was in chat and mentioned that this song has no words... so it was written for Callum, but he wanted us to think of anyone we loved and lost while listening to it. That truthfully it was for all our lost loved ones. Seriously shows his heart through his art.

[@jasonremy1627]

Ren is made of music

[@Shiroar]

I’ve missed your Rensdays. Welcome back ❤ I’m very rarely into purely instrumental music, but this somehow felt like Ren was playing words. And this is coming from the man who is so often praised for being a brilliant lyricist as one of his main talents. Yet he didn’t need a single word to express his emotions in this one. A stunning and perfect tribute to his friend 🖤🐰🕳️

[@valeriedonaghy701]

He tells a full emotional story without uttering a word, I love this piece of music ❤❤

[@peterbuckingham5866]

When a top piano teacher features this on his channel and goes through all the chords he has chosen to play this piece and every 20 seconds says how genius his play and chosen notes to get over the message. You know how brilliant Ren really is an all round musician

[@BLIND82]

Ren is a INCREDIBLE gift to anyone who isn't afraid to open their heart up and I honestly think after hearing over 200 songs he truly is a musical savant that can ignite a broken flame in broken people 💙

[@philk9227]

Beautiful said my friend

[@BLIND82]

@@philk9227 💙💙

[@brendabromley5528]

Beautiful❤ Amazing from a self taught pianist

[@Hammill33zfg]

Ren is music. He tells such a moving story with no words! Just breath taking!

[@rudyb.]

Ren is music.

[@bennov1velthuyzen636]

Would love to see you guys do the big push "Swan song" it will blow your minds

[@sistermoon1970]

This is a beautiful tribute to Callum, but also a gift to all of us. To take a few moments, listen and think of our own lost loved ones. It is just precious ❤

[@BrookePS23]

The location is just outside of Calgary! I’ve got a ton of family that live in Calgary & it’s beautiful country!! ❤ This instrumental got to me too! I’ve listened to this SO many times! I’ve heard his mom was a piano teacher, but I’m not sure on that! 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@sammyd8860]

I think she was a vocal coach but I could be wrong ...

[@krikat3485]

Ren said she was a singing teacher, but that he never took lessons from her, being her son. He used to play piano in the school library at lunch, from an early age, but he is untrained in all forms of music. Amazing!

[@BrookePS23]

@@krikat3485 thanks for letting me know. There’s so many things said about him on these reactions… ya just never know! He’s definitely super stupid talented either way! 🫶🏼❤️

[@momishka7]

@@BrookePS23 and he loves Nina Simone and for me that says it all in regards to his piano playing

[@sigally]

Loved how you guys reacted to this. The piece allows everyone to interpret this piece for themselves. The way he plays tells a story. He has the ability to put emotion into any instrument he plays. It's so great that you guys get that. 💜💙❤️

[@peggyhoward3187]

This song makes me think of mom too she loved playing piano. Miss her so much ❤

[@RoMacin724]

Reb can hit you in the feels even without words.

[@luciamartinez7376]

You have to react to “Dear god”, beautiful song from Ren

[@Dr.Brummel]

Yea, great and deep.

[@gregbeard6057]

We can tick 'composer' off the list of things Ren is incredible at!!! I've been listening to Ren for some years now... He never ceases to amaze me!!! I love this so much!!! I lost my Dad a little over a year ago. Everyday I picture leaning over my Dad trying to resuscitate him... When I listen to this I close my eyes and picture every happy moment that my Dad and I shared. For this, I say thank you, Ren, for sharing this personal moment with us. 💔❤️

[@sharis9095]

This is in Drumheller, in Calgary (Canada). It's where you go to find dinosaur bones and fossils. I just picture walking through the canyon, head down, looking at rocks.... and hearing this bouncing off the walls. It would've been magical. I sure hope someone had that experience. What makes Ren different is he doesn't hear music.. he feels it.

[@sleepyskin]

Drumheller isn’t in Calgary. Calgary is its own city in the province of Alberta. Drumheller, the town, is about 1.5 hours east of Calgary. The area is called The Badlands.

[@anthonyizard]

Great reaction as always boys, keep up the great work and thanks for your appreciation of ren , this song didn't need words eh, all the best.

[@MissMeKate]

I love the way the rock feels grounding and shows its age in those lines, while the music sweeps us away as it speaks of impermanence.

[@MikeyPea72]

I was so looking forward to your reaction to this. You did not disappoint. Thank you and thank you Ren. I want this requiem played at my funeral.

[@AdamBazille]

Love his Sublime shirt! RIP Bradley Nowell and Lou Dog! ❤

[@d45254uk]

It's such a beautiful heart breaking piece of music! It reminds me of good times and sad times. Ren is truly a master of his craft!

[@clarissathompson]

The rock formations Ren is playing in are called The Hoodoos at Drumheller in the Alberta Badlands not far from Calgary. I have wonderful childhood memories of running around there with my siblings and cousins, they are just stunning in person. A perfect setting for this piece, which is quickly becoming my favourite, it's just beautiful! Glad to see you guys back this week!

[@yilomina2047]

RIP Callum, such a beautiful tribute

[@Barzo7]

Great job lads

[@satyasunshine9737]

Thank you so much for your heartfelt reactions!!!!!💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖

[@silversurfer8278]

Great reaction guys, to Ren showing us yet another side of his musicality and skills. Callum McKay has now been immortalised in a beautiful sonata, one which I suspect will become widely played.

[@majbrat]

Gorgeous song. Ren never ceases to leave me in awe. Location is Drumheller. Not too far a drive from Calgary in Canada. There is a wonderful dinosaur museum there, and it's one of the richest dino depositories on earth.

[@kazpwright]

It's a beautiful piece. When you think you can't love him any more he drops this! I read the news report of what happened and another young lad died trying to save his mate. Tragic. My heart breaks for the 20 yr old Ren and his mates. Condolences ♥to everyone whose lost someone. uk

[@momstin58]

This is so beautiful. Thanks for the great reaction. (Missed you guys last week)💜💜

[@donald1379]

Beautiful no words needed🕊thanks great reaction guys👍.

[@MsCogan555]

This track is beautiful and id love to hear a full instramental album from Ren.

[@anthonyizard]

This song made me think of my mum who passed but brought memories of her playing vinyl of Richard clayderman, which as kids she would play to get us kids to dissappear, but I loved this , ren so good at his art eh.

[@AudioLunch]

Oh yes! My Mom would blast Richard Clayderman too. 😆 thanks for the comment. ✌️

[@Lynxeye-Youtube]

Beautiful melody, a composition that anchors the spirit to calmness and propels the gaze towards the future horizon!... Thanks Ren. Thank you for the reaction.

[@Turntablist_Mk2]

Once i heard the Money game 3 composition, I just wanted the hear him score film instantly.

[@DogDocKat]

Beautiful song. Filmed in Drumheller, AB, which is just northeast of Calgary. Absolutely stunning location. Loved this 💜💜

[@paulagate9295]

Ren is pure Genius .i dont think there is anything he couldnt do ..

[@abbymathews5088]

Great reaction guys. You always make my day a little better! Thanks. 😘❤️✌️

[@AudioLunch]

Thank you! 🙏

[@beverlywest7627]

Beautiful ...

[@callmeeley]

Love you guys ❤ from the UK

[@Dr.Brummel]

Thanks for the beautiful and respectful reaction ❤. You also have to bear in mind that he is self-taught. Piano teachers say that he plays a little stiff in his fingers. But that would be ok for me if I could play like that.🎹

[@mcguigance]

Needs No words you just feel it.

[@alexiaspaedt-mcintosh5311]

Thanks guys great reaction as always! I knew you would appreciate this one so when it popped up I was on it immediately.

[@lynette.]

So much raw emotion in this piece.

[@jamaykapranion1130]

Beautiful piece. Thanks for your reaction. 💛💛💛

[@beverleytarran2983]

❤❤❤🇬🇧

[@Lunabracco]

Another great reaction from you two .... As you said no words needed for this beautiful piece of art ❤❤🇬🇧

[@debbiealbon653]

Beautiful reaction to a beautiful piece, love you guys, hugs all round 🤗❤️

[@AudioLunch]

Thank you! ✌️

[@Oitsugina93]

Loving your Ren journey❤❤❤

[@jaymassey3244]

an artist who is not afraid to show you something you never knew you needed to hear. but he does.. . i dont think there is an artist who just does it, whatever it is. not controlled by a corperation who just wants number ones. he wants you to feel, experience, think etc. i dont think genius is a bigger enough word for him.

[@libby215]

You add something really heartfelt to KZbin and I look forward to starting my Thursday mornings in the UK with your 'Rensday'🌻

[@AudioLunch]

Wow. Thank you for the kind words. ✌️

[@tomaszbielak]

@5:00 You already watched "Money Game 3", where is this surprise coming from? ;) anyway: great piano piece (I'm learning it now) loving your reactions!

[@mrdarengilbert3907]

😢 Beautiful Tragic

[@scottlaurenson3390]

Felt every note ♥️💔♥️👏👏👏🔥. Love your reactions guys 👌🤙✌️♥️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿.

[@Irmelinis]

Beautiful reaction, amazing piano piece. He puts together the notes in quite an unconventional way, keeps it fresh and captivating

[@JoRiceRenegade4Eva]

Beautiful reaction guys ❤

[@carlosarredondo2068]

Just found the channel and love all the diversity in music reactions. If you take suggestions you should definitely check out signs by kurffew. Been listening to him for almost a year now and I have every single song of his on my playlist.

[@danielburrells2055]

You missed a week!!!

[@bevc5349]

I thought that!

[@Vmcf1968]

love classical piano.

[@BlessingMoon.]

Nice reaction guys are you now ready to see Ren play drums lol. Please can you do a reaction to The Big Push with Sweet Little Lady (Live Acoustic) yes he also does drums 😂Blessed Be.

[@leann60]

❤❤

[@deadsiderwashere]

Ren is the modern reincarnation of Prince.

[@redzwestisbest]

This composition sounds like something Prince's dad would have done.

[@ginaarendtson9478]

❤

[@yannickcampuzanomorales1170]

hey @audiolunch you should react to THE WARNING - ANIMOSITY live at teatro metropolitan, maybe their best song and its best performance

[@jacks9624]

The Sublime sweater, yup. First he sang Fred Again, and went "no love in the JUNGLE"... Then he did the Jungle song Back on 74... in which he said "shout out to Nas"... So then he released Nas retake, with "RIP" to the legends of rap... So after that he gives us the RIP piece for Calum... wearing the Sublime sweater. Makes me wonder... will there be a Sublime retake coming next? Or... a collab, even?

[@salishseamermaid]

This was filmed in the Hoodoos in Alberta, Canada.

[@albamartinez4987]

Hey guys! We missed you last week 😢 but glad you're back. I've noticed you haven't done Seven Sins yet (at least it's not on your Ren playlist) and thought that would be a great one to do next...bars galore, great production!!😊

[@seagull01-cp8pb]

You guys did a lovely reaction to this one.💕👍🦇

[@CaitlinBlake]

❤❤❤

[@AnneBiebrich]

This is in Alberta, Canada

[@stormmontpelier8681]

I hear my own lyrics in that main melody. I hope that is ok. I hear.... " I wish you were here beside me now"

[@kmking421]

Play this song at your mama's resting place, bet she'd love that

[@as7326]

💜💜💜

[@stephenbarlow2493]

Just for your information, in British English, the name Mackay, is pronounced, "mac-eye", not with an "ay" on the end.

[@AudioLunch]

Oh. Got it. We weren’t sure on how to pronounce it. Thank you

[@Sheilla357]

This is the song of grief where Ren couldn't find the words. It's amazing as a piano piece and a tribute to his friend. RIP Callum MacKay. He died in a freak accident in a swimming area they went to often. Someone jumped in to save Callum, and they too tragically died. Have you guys seen the Chapters yet? kzbin.info/www/bejne/noKzaIylhsl5abs - 8 Chapters, about 15-20 mins each, with a corresponding song. It was the run up to Troubles. It tells the story of Ren's journey so far.

[@NanaM1984]

❤😢

[@alanmai5656]

went back to your Ren stuff! here are some suggestions 1. Blinded eye mc sessions, must be the mc session you get to be introduced to Sam Rens other good friend! Then if you want more Rap my Fav rap from Ren is Seven Sins either way hugs all around after maybe some Eden Nash Humble and Ocean hugs all around brothers

[@AudioLunch]

Nice!! Thanks for the additional recommendations. Cheers!!!

[@nicolefagala3270]

Could some please tell me what he can't do!? Seriously😂❤

[@samarafgscvs]

Don't for get he plays the bongos. But i do love this piece.

[@AlSnoopsReid]

It's pronounced MACK-EYE....

[@boxicuk1620]

💙🪽🪽

[@alanmai5656]

also Ren has live verison of 3 Songs u already did and i think they are better! Murderer live, Genesis live, and Animal Flow live all great live ones

[@Klj768]

Is there anything Ren can’t do?

[@pirada74]

❤❤❤

[@belindamelville2270]

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