WHO'S REN?! First Reaction - Hi Ren!

The message is clear! What an introduction to REN 🤘
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[@joshuadwatson]

Be prepared to ask yourself how one dude can be this talented. Enjoy the ride!

[@smack_pop7]

Hahaha isn't that the truth, make me so happy when I see ppl just discovering him and go on this rollercoaster ride 😅❤welcome to Ren SAGA!!

[@phoenixrising5088]

@@smack_pop7 his Talent is something else again.

[@joguipo]

Yes. And we will be in it with you. Big love from Spain

[@ArctophileGA]

It's kinda nuts watching someone encounter Hi Ren at this stage of things. You think he's impressive in Hi Ren? Oh, he is... but you've seen maybe 10% of what he can do. He defies genres at the same time he pays homage to them. He raps but he also sings and plays a variety of instruments all while he performs as if on stage. Oh, and he makes his own beats, beatboxes, produces his own music, and plans most of his music videos. And he blends those talents together into something far greater than the sum of its parts. His rap flows and lyricism blends into his singing and vice versa. I've seen him do Bob Marley, Ozzy, Zack de la Rocha, David Bowie, and James Brown and do them each justice while adding his own element to it. Welcome to the rabbit hole, it's one hell of a ride! Oh, and along the way you'll get to see the people he hangs out with who are amazingly talented in their own right. Chinchilla, Sam Tompkins, The Big Push, Eden Nash, and the list keeps going on. I'm 54 and it feels like I've rediscovered music again.

[@smack_pop7]

@@ArctophileGA 💯 man he renamed music as I call it, and finally we can enjoy music for what it is, music!!! I have so much respect for this man!!

[@davidrodenkirk5561]

The 3 songs in order,"Jenny and Skreech," "Violets tale."

[@TobiiRheaStarr]

Welcome to the Renaissance! Ren is my favourite artist of all time. I say artist because he is a multifaceted diamond! From singing (all styles) to rapping (bars/flows/schemes for days), Bardcore (story telling) beatbox, makes his own beats, scatting and a multi instrumentalist (guitars, bass, drums, melodica and more). On top of that he is the most beautiful human being inside and out who has been through and continues to go through absolute hell. He’s 33 from Anglesey, Wales originally but spent most his life in Brighton, England. He’s been living in Calgary, Canada all year receiving intense medical treatment for his brain damage and mast cell activation disorder amongst other things. He started off making beats at 12 and selling CDs then moved on to busking. He was part of a band called Trick The Fox and was signed to Sony but they didn’t renew the contract after his health deteriorated. He then started The Big Push. They went on hiatus the end of last year after 5 years partly due to his move to Canada and also because the other members are also soloists and were moving around too. I have a list of songs to check out of all styles. Obviously this is no where near everything but gives you places to start. 🖤 Ren song list Here’s a list to get you going (I know you’ve seen a few) 🖤 Rap type The hunger Illest of our time Power Losing it Genesis (also the acoustic one) Sick boi Animal flow (also the acoustic) What you want (beastie boys homage) Murderer Masochist Bardcore The tale of Jenny and screech (full) Hi Ren MoneyGame part 1 MoneyGame part 2 Singing ones Chalk outlines (live) How to be me (live) Humble Ocean Fire Funny 1990s (watch the video one) Love music Love music part 2 Love music part 3 Love music part 4 Down on the beat Dear God Depression Insomnia Ren&Sam Tompkins- what went wrong 1&2 Loads of busking ones with his band The Big Push, ones with Sam Tompkins and Chinchilla. The big push - I shot the sheriff/road to Zion/hiphop TBP - war pigs TBP - paint it black TBP - watch out TBP - sweet little lady (video and live) TBP - johnny B Goode TBP - sweet little lady TBP - swan song TBP - bongo bong TBP - wade on the water/Nina Simone/trouble so hard TBP - praise you (fat boy slim cover) TBP - Englishman in New York live TBP - what kind of woman is this Ren & Sam - earned it/mans world/falling R&S - blind eyed live (also angry carpark version is funny and MC sessions version) R&S - walking on the moon/no diggity Ren & chinchilla - one dance/drunk in love R&C - sexual healing Sad Su!cide For Joe

[@markchasse8992]

Perceptive and respectful reaction. You have great attention to detail. Thank you!

[@craiggrant8600]

Rens got one awesome rabbithole for you to dive deep into! He does it all and not one bad track!

[@Gary_Hines]

aaaaaaaand down the rabbit hole you go.. welcome to the world of Ren.......

[@geralynsteppe5974]

Subbed to see more Ren; your reaction was so much like mine - awe! If you find something you don't like, try again because the well is deep, and there's something for everyone. Ren's latest offerings are from a soon to be released hip hop album, but that is not his "home", so to speak. His next album will be something completely different. His rap skills have changed my attitude about rap completely, though, because his lyrics are so masterful and his style is just different. His Demos album hold some of my favorite tunes and give a peek into his inner world during his darkest times.

[@arielbussart1305]

Welcome to the Renegade! His rabbit hole is intense, but so worth it! You never know what to expect, and what a great time to find him... he's dropping a new track every Thursday, then goes to Twitch to hang with his fans after. If you want to hear WHO he is/what he's about, I always recommend his 1 million subscriber thank you speech!

[@caseybrewer2058]

Welcome to the ren world ... now do the story of Jenny and screech, then do allllllll his other videos you will not be dissapointed

[@lynette.]

So much to discover.

[@DonNicolson]

The next you should listen too for sure is the tale of Jenny and Screech and Violets Tale it’s a 3 part video. Ren has made it nice and easy for reactors by putting all 3 into 1 video so be sure to choose the full version. It’s going to blow you away for sure. Then I would suggest for a complete departure listening to the Ren when he was in the band the Big Push and I shot the sheriff he’s wearing red braces and a white vest. There’s a couple of versions lol this is the best. Great reaction man thanks welcome to the Ren family 👍

[@Cheezyxyz]

Thanks for the info!

[@JulieAiken]

@@Cheezyxyz It's a good recommendation; Hi Ren and those two next are a perfect introduction to Ren. But there is so, so much more!

[@xzenor]

This.. the tale of Jenny & Screech + Violets tale.. You'll not be disappointed.

[@warmfuzzyfeeling]

This ^ All of this!

[@caladonn2659]

Ren is the Original "Bardcore Genre Bender" The Master Bard himself ( Shakespeare ) would have understood exactly where Ren was coming from. Ren isn't just a songwriter but rather a Performance Art Master who blends music and character acting from all the styles over the last 500 years and makes it modern and relatable to all generations even if normally you may not be a fan of whatever genre he is currently performing. While most good Performers can envoke some emotions in their audience, Ren is an Emotion Master who has control of all of them, From the Feel Good Vibes of Bongo Bong, to the Rebellion of Illist Of Our Time, to the Tragedy of Jenny and Screech, to the Mind Bending Rap Flow of Losing It, and the Internal Psych War of Hi Ren, Ren has it All! The Ren Rabbit Hole is Deep and Powerful! Get Ready for the Ride of your Life!

[@Cheezyxyz]

Thanks for the info!

[@redfox_outdoors]

@@Cheezyxyz Ren was misdiagnosed for over 10 yrs till he was finally correctly diagnosed, he has Lymes Disease being bit from a tick and in currently in Canada being treated for it. everything he sang about in this is true, he has autoimmunity issues, psychotic episodes and his body has been ravaged and stays in pain from it. Ren's playlist goes deep, not only his own stuff but he was also part of a band as well called the Big Push Be sure to check them out as well. Ren's music and talent is amazing, please check out Sick Boi which is the follow up to this song, then Jenny and Screeches Tale (Full version), money game, money game 2, genesis, power, The hunger, Ren X Chinchilla chalk outlines, The Big Push Bob Marley cover shot the sheriff / road To Zion / Hip Hop, the rabbit hole goes deep tons and tons of his work all amazing.

[@phoenixrising5088]

@@redfox_outdoors Thanks Mate, will check it out. It's Shit that he had been through so much with his health issues. His musical talent is off the scale. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@amydavies2529]

Well said ❤

[@user-ho4rj5ph7c]

Ren just can’t get enough praise! He deserves all of it x1000 By ren showing us his 2 sides in hi ren. We all have 2 sides now. The person we were before discovering ren and the person after.

[@douglasg.9271]

I’ve watched this hundreds of times, and I see this as a life lesson. We all struggle, so relax, and remember that others are struggling too.

[@phoenixrising5088]

Thanks for your great take on this Guy's musical Genius. He really is on another Level of Musical Talent.

[@Peacetrain66]

OMG. I love hearing the words “Who is Ren”? If you are going on the Ren journey I will sub and be here for it! Prepare to have your mind blown😊BTW, this was a one-take.

[@Cheezyxyz]

Thank you, my friend! I heard that Ren is a one-take master?!

[@MalcolmMXTaylor]

​@@Cheezyxyzoh yeah, try chalk outlines live version next!!

[@williamcoyle7500]

Lol yep and when its over all the mind can think is. ........fuck ....... what was that

[@sprucemaroose]

​@@Cheezyxyzcomes from many years busking in Brighton - no chance to repeat when you're always live! Enjoy the journey, subbed also to watch along 👍

[@davidberridge7675]

If you think that was good you'll be impressed with 'Jenny and Screech' trilogy,

[@Beldvlmnt]

Man I been getting around with these requests lately 😍 pumped to watch!!

[@Lynnie_14]

#RENception 😉 ❤

[@KittyInTheGarden]

Spreading the joy of Ren's music 🥰

[@GarnetJ]

Glad you encouraged him to watch!! ❤️

[@jasonremy1627]

Welcome to Ren. Buckle up, buttercup, it's about to get real. "Sick boi" is a good follow up to this. Very different style of music. Well, it seems like every thing he does is a different style of music.

[@davidrodenkirk5561]

Thanks for checking Ren out. You will enjoy this guy.😎

[@kylefrandsen2665]

This was a live recording. I try to warn all reactors new to Ren, do NOT react to "Violet's Tale" as a standalone video. It's available by itself as one of his newer videos, but it's actually the third part of a trilogy. The three full length videos are stitched end-to-end as a single video called "The Tale of Jenny & Screech" (which includes "Violet's Tale" although it's not in the title. The trilogy is in a style that's been dubbed "Bard core" because it's very Shakespearian and Ren is a modern bard. All three videos are also live, continuous shot recordings. Ren doesn't really fit a single genre. He tried to make his latest album, "Sick Boi" a cohesive hip-hop album, so a lot of his recent songs/videos fit that genre, but he's also a great singer, song writer, and multi-instrumentalist.

[@Dad-JanieWorld]

Chalk outlines live, life is funny, money game 2, power, what you want, murderer, how to be me live version!! He has like 15 to 20 legit good songs. His catalog is special. Also his band Big Push has a ton of great stuff also.

[@tjsece]

Chalk Outlines (live) is awesome.

[@phoenixrising5088]

👍

[@violincredible]

15 to 20 legit good songs? Yeah, nah mate... One might well make such an assertion after only listening to 15 - 20 of his songs, but I'm struggling to think of even one that I wouldn't consider 'legit good' (even my least favourites among his songs are arguably 'legit good', and keep sneakily growing on me) No having a go at all, and I claim no special insight or authority, but reading '15 to 20 legit good songs' just wasn't something I could scroll past blithely.

[@Dad-JanieWorld]

I might be underselling it for sure. To each there own. I love Ren. I say he has the biggest catalog of hits. Legit I would listen to damn near daily, than anyone artist I can think of. But there are a couple misses IMO. But again that’s with anyone. Put in baseball ⚾️ terms the guys batting like 775 lol. That’s best to ever play the game status lol. So I’m not knocking him. Just definitely even recently been one or so. That’s little.

[@violincredible]

I hear you 100%. When I first heard Hi Ren, I avoided listening to any of his others for a whole week because I couldn't face the 'certain' disappointment, then I heard/saw Chalk Outlines live, and was back to risk trying Sick Boi 3 days later, next day How to be Me, and that opened the floodgates... I do agree, not every song totally hits the mark, and I can always find some technical fault with his live playing and intonation (occupational hazard) but that's never gotten in the way of enjoying a superb performance. @@Dad-JanieWorld Cheers!

[@MrFruitycakes]

just to blow your mind even more, this was recorded live in three takes! no post processing! and for the guitar geeks out there, the part where he is conveying evil is in the demonic diminished scale! there are far more genius easter-eggs musically and lyrically in this that i keep finding! this is a seminal, next level genius work !!!!

[@Cheezyxyz]

Thanks for the info!

[@michaellavella2377]

I've listened to so many reactions and learned just how crazy deep the music theory goes with this song. He's really an amazing composer and performer.

[@sootikins]

Another cool technical thing is that the final chord before he takes off his guitar does not resolve the progression. It kinda leaves the listener hanging, a bit like pulling out to early. The tension created keeps you watching instead of clicking off thinking it's over, so you don't miss the final speech. Those diminished triads, strummed going up then arpeggiated going back down are indeed demonic. Legit chords but not "nice" chords.

[@yesherabsal6221]

@@sootikinsyeah, good point. Also, my take on the unresolved chord finish ties in nicely with his philosophy of the ‘eternal dance’. So many layers of meaning to REN’s lyrics. Like no other

[@JensRandolff]

Here is some additional information on Ren's story that I gathered from old newspaper interviews, articles, and Ren's public livestreams and posts. A handful of people frequently post an earlier version of my comment to various reactions that they copied and pasted verbatim, so if this is a repeat just ignore this comment. I keep editing the information, as needed, and have removed details about Ren that some found to be too personal, such as his full name and D.O.B. All the information here was gathered exclusively from sources Ren personally approved for public release. Ren is a British musician/independent artist/producer, self-taught multi-instrumentalist; originally from Wales. Ren pursued a career in music from an early age. In 2009, while studying music performance at Bath Spa University, Ren began to experience health issues and was struggling to attend his lectures, which eventually caused him to discontinue his studies and return home. In addition, Ren was signed by Sony Records in 2010 and was working on an album when his health deteriorated to the point that he was unable to go on; consequently, his contract with Sony was dissolved. Ren would later relocate to Brighton. Ren's illness often kept him in bed for up to 23 hours daily. Ren was initially misdiagnosed with depression, bipolar disorder, and chronic fatigue syndrome, which led him to experience psychosis and develop PTSD. It would take seven years before a doctor in Belgium finally correctly diagnosed Ren with autoimmunity, Lyme disease, and resulting damage to the brain, organs, joints, and PTSD. Ren eventually underwent stem cell therapy in the United States, which improved his health, but it has not been a cure. Ren is in Calgary, Canada for at least six months (Summer of 2023), undergoing treatments such as IV therapy and other interventions five days a week, as well as surgeries (wisdom tooth removal and cavitation surgery). His Canadian doctor discovered that Ren also developed a condition called Mast Cell Activation Disorder (MCAD), which has affected the myelin sheath in his brain, his thyroid, and adrenals as well as his bones/joints. Hence, Ren is receiving additional treatments for this previously undiagnosed condition. He recently took a break from treatments and returned to the UK to visit family and friends, and to produce some very ambitious musical projects to be released soon. Let's keep supporting Ren as he undergoes his treatments. Check out and subscribe to his channel; if you are a content creator, ask your audience to subscribe to Ren. Ren's YT channel just surpassed 1 million subscribers. and his videos have garnered millions and millions of views. Listen to some of his earlier work, like and comment on his performances, and let's lift Ren's spirits. If you are a believer, pray for him. Ren is an artist with something to say to the world, and his work is important in these troubling times. Someone has finally created a Wikipedia page for Ren, so there is additional information available.

[@jasonremy1627]

There it is...

[@JensRandolff]

@@jasonremy1627 Lol.

[@phoenixrising5088]

Wow, Ren had been through Hell. I'm so sad he's so Sick. What an amazing Talent he is. Extraordinary. Thank you for all that information. I had never heard of him until watching this video.

[@08shunter]

🥰

[@arklilbro]

Hi jens

[@astrafaan]

It took this guy and Falling in Reverse to drag me out of the Babymetal hole I've dug myself into for the last 18 months - great reaction to the most amazing piece of art 😁

[@Ph4n_t0m]

Jesse did good pointing you in this direction! Ren is a phenomenon, and I'm not kidding - this must be my 700th listening of this masterpiece and I'm _still_ taken aback at how much raw talent is packed into this singular performance. Renegades ride hard, we love and we uplift wherever we go - Ren sets the example though, truly. He's a man who actually walks the talk. I highly recommend you listen to whatever is recommended here (that sounds like a cop-out, but you'll discover not one of his songs is either to be expected nor in any way disappointing, so you could shut your eyes and throw a dart and always find a bull's eye). Subbed! I appreciate your calm attentiveness. Be you, be real, and you'll find us wherever you turn :)

[@Cheezyxyz]

Thank you!

[@Megnky920]

Subscribed, in hopes to see you react to more Ren. This was a great reaction :)

[@Cheezyxyz]

Thank you, my friend!

[@eddiebirdie1545]

Ren never mentioned sociopath he did say psychosis, very different conditions.

[@Cheezyxyz]

My mistake. The entire video I was trying to think of the disease schizophrenia.

[@phoenixrising5088]

@@Cheezyxyz Yes. Hearing Voices in his head.

[@clairelucy5667]

@cheezyxyz it's not schizophrenia it's his subconscious, it's in the lyrics, it's that self doubting, self-hating voice in the back of your head that so many people have. Psychosis isn't the same as schizophrenia though the two can overlap

[@darrellroninson3476]

you aint seen nuthin yet!

[@leehallam9365]

He will keep you busy for quite a while. Where next? The Tale of Jenny and Screech (full version) is a 13 minute masterpiece of storytelling and live performance. Or sings like Chalk Outlines, street performance with his band The Big Push or the hip hop album he is sharing with us one video a week.

[@KittyInTheGarden]

Great Reaction. You're in for a treat! Keep exploring Ren's music. The well is deep. A lot of reactors check out Sick Boi next as a continuation of Ren's autobiographical story, but really anything of his is a great choice. The tale of Jenny and Screech (full 13 minute version) is another masterpiece, as are Money Game part 1 and 2 (part 3 coming 12th October). He used to be a member of an excellent band called the Big Push, who are well worth checking out too.

[@IFroggy112]

I love any reactor who doesn't screw their face up the second they hear him start to vocalize at the beginning of the song. Subscribed to see you go down the rabbit hole. You're going to love it!

[@thesaturdaymorningcowboy4198]

It’s a powerful message and, amazingly, it was filmed in one take with multiple cameras.😊

[@Cheezyxyz]

Absolutely incredible

[@danaoleary680]

❤❤❤❤❤ Renegades are the most devoted, awesome fans ever! Hope you join us. Loved your reaction! Can't wait for more. I'd suggest the Tales of Jenny and Screech (full) or Sick Boi next. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@phoenixrising5088]

It's brilliant the way he is arguing with and berating his alter Ego. 😂

[@leebex100]

Chalk Outlines, Domino's, Ocean, Money Game, The Hunger, Sick Boi. All different aspects and vibes. Check out his range and collaborations.

[@taz454]

If you're interested enough to hear more, for the most part you're in for a treat. He raps and he's great, but I'm more a fan of his singing and guitar playing. The man is immensely talented.

[@kalijhawk70]

Welcome to the rabbit hole. Talesmof Jenny and Screech (full), How to be me (live), Chalk Outlines (LIVE), Su!c!de (please read the description for it before listening. So many beautiful, and fun songs await you! 😊

[@helenjarvis7755]

Subbed for more Ren Loved your reaction

[@Cheezyxyz]

Thank you, my friend!

[@leighkamp9457]

Ditto

[@MalcolmMXTaylor]

A great reaction!! Sick boi sort of goes with hi ren and gives more background to him. Everything he does is totally unique, there are references to his other tracks you will pick up on after listening to a few, he can rap, sing, act, he produces his own music, plays guitar and piano, he is supremely talented!!!

[@Dad-JanieWorld]

Just wait. This guy has so much good music. Go with chalk outlines live version with chinchilla next. Don’t do the tales. Till you listen to a few of his songs.

[@neurocide]

I second that. Many fans are greedy and push for the tales right away. I recommend saving the tales for a later reaction and instead take your time and explore the many talents and facettes of Ren first.

[@Dad-JanieWorld]

100%

[@Lynnie_14]

Ah! You've discovered our #SickBoi - Welcome to the #RENiverse 😉 Where our RENicorn King rules. 🦄 #RENegades ❤

[@Suleclo]

I was so glad to see your reaction to the "loosen the noose on the rope" line. That was like a punch to the stomach. Some reactors glide over it. Thanks for a heartfelt reaction. Enjoy more of Ren and his music.

[@Cr4zyCarL]

Seriously, you are in for a treat. This dude is so incredibly talented, you'll get blown away on multiple occasions. That's a promise.

[@carolinamardones1153]

i love seeing new reactors popping in... Welcome new RENagade😊

[@ht_x8499]

Very good and beautiful reaction (having watched dozens), your comments were in harmony with the song itself, not too many words or lengthy interruptions, focused on the essence

[@joannewilson2395]

So good when you see somebody new beginning down the 🐦🐰🕳️

[@papacarl2002]

Yeah man! So glad I was already subscribed to your channel and that your Hi Ren reaction popped up in my feed. You pointed out how powerful the lyrical and visual symbolic impact of the moment Ren stands on his own two feet 🙏🏼- although I have watched this over a hundred times since March, that part *ALWAYS* gets me choked up. I found Ren’s music soon after my father passed away in earlier this year. Early on Ren’s music helped me feel emotions in myself and have cathartic tears as I processed grief. Ren’s compositions and live performances like Chalk Outlines and How to Be Me also really touched my soul. His tragic trilogy of tales are another impactful work of art. And just when i started avoiding Ren cause he was a bit TOO impactful, I found his live busking videos with The Big Push and Sam Thompkins and more lighthearted songs like What You Want. 🤞🏼 hoping you’ll react to more of this amazing human and enjoy the Ren Rollercoaster that so many of us have been on! 🤘🏼🎧🤟🏼

[@carolinamardones1153]

soo true... he's one of a kind😊

[@Cheezyxyz]

Thank you! I'm excited to start hearing more Ren, and it seems his music is very touching and inspiring many around the world. I appreciate you sharing this with me!

[@michaelphipps8647]

It's Ren's World, we're just living in it!!

[@DogDocKat]

Welcome to the Ren Rabbit hole! It is deep but a lot of fun. No two songs are alike and you never know what you are going to get but all are genius and well worth it. Great reaction ❤

[@drealyn1486]

great reaction. glad Bel Development put you onto Ren. a good follow up to Hi Ren is Sick Boi. That said, a good place to start getting to know Ren is Patience; it's a live video posted by someone else when he was still misdiagnosed with just ME and was part of a documentary/ docuseries on that. Hope you fall down the rabbit hole and enjoy the journey.

[@Cheezyxyz]

Thanks for the info! BEL is a great guy and has turned me on to multiple incredible artists.

[@IFroggy112]

@drealyn1486 I love Patience! It's one of my favorite Ren songs. It does make me teary every time though.

[@drealyn1486]

@@IFroggy112 same

[@lupine.spirit]

Ren is a true poet

[@nitagilbert1681]

Omg😮

[@brightsideeventsandmedia7245]

There are so many sides to Ren that you will never get bored.

[@amydavies2529]

Ren is a true talent. When, and I hope you do, check out his catalog, no song sounds the same. He can sing, rap, and storytell. He is independent, writes his own beats and words, and has a lot to say about the production with his cameraman Sam. I hope you noticed this particular song was done in one take and live. One take as in they did many takes until he found the one he liked. I would recommend a song, but they are all pieces of art. Enjoy the ride. I enjoyed your reaction.

[@kylec1411]

Ren is a amazing human and musician. So much love and respect for him

[@maddfishy1975]

Ren’s ability to evoke every single human emotion in his art is absolutely masterful. When you hear his story, his accomplishments are even more mind blowing. His pain, suffering, grief, love, faith, hope and even his playfulness shine like a stunningly rare diamond in the shadows of life. This piece of art transcends music and becomes something greater than a song. He is a genius of our time. His versatility and talent are completely unrivalled and I feel genuinely blessed to walk this planet at the same time as him. Welcome to the rabbit hole 🥰

[@jameslitzinger6932]

Appreciate your reaction to this. Someone in the comments said, "throw a dart" for your next reaction to something else from Ren, and that's good advice, as I know you'll get blown away by what he's done--and what's still to come.

[@williamparrish9954]

Ren is a musical genius

[@rozsgyi]

Great lyrics, great performance, great visuals, great song!

[@boxicuk1620]

Welcome to Ren,enjoy the ride,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

[@whiskers1776]

I think rens masterpiece is the tales of jenny and screech and violets tale

[@brigittemainella6412]

Ren is amazing! This song is a masterpiece and shows Ren's diversity! This song was a catalysts for change in my own life! So happy you discovered Ren! Loved your reaction! 😊🎉

[@Jadedxx]

He's from Wales but has lives in Brighton, UK for awhile. He is so diverse. His live songs are so 🔥 His catalog is HUGE, Diverse and amazing.

[@Kimellis0]

Hi, Just found you in my feed and subbed, REN is British and Born In Wales but has more of a Southern Accent, ie London or Essex. ❤

[@davemcc9642]

Go dig deeper my friend ... it's an absoloute treasure chest full of gold, diamonds and the musical genius that is REN ❤

[@johnekare8376]

Great reaction! That ’[…] the voice that you hear when you loosen the noose on the rope’-line gets me every time. He has some powerful songs, some that comment on our society and some that are fun, feel good tunes. They are all good! There is really only one, nay two ways to go wrong with Ren: 1) you stop listening 2) you listen to the tales of Jenny and Screech trilogy out of order; but there is a compilation video that put them all back to back, for convenience. A few suggestions from the above mentioned categories would be ‘How to be me’ and ‘Chalk outlines’; ‘Money Game’ (and part 2 with the same name) and ‘Love Music’ part 1-4.

[@Cheezyxyz]

Thanks for the info!

[@juliestaunton3080]

I agree 💯

[@distractjen]

That’s the line that always hits me the hardest! I find myself holding my breath watching to see how it hits the reactor.

[@andrewf3746]

Welcome to the Ren journey. So many styles. Massive talent.

[@wallyjonck9398]

That didn't feel like 9 minutes, huh? That's Ren. Welcome to the Ren rabbit hole. I came for Ren. Stayed after seeing the reaction and subbed to see more Ren. This RENegade community is fantastic and so is Ren. Positivity and upliftment all round. Get used to the "that's not what I expected" feeling in every video, because Ren can do it all. One take videos, video producer, song writer, beat producer, playing guitar, bass guitar, piano and beat boxing, while also being able to sing (and have a wide range) and being a great rapper. Looking forward to seeing more!

[@EriBerry1981]

For more story telling Ren: The Tale of Jenny & Screech (full version). For a beautiful ballad go for Chalk Outlines (live) with Chinchilla or For Joe. For some bad ass rap go for Genesis, Sick Boi, or The Hunger... for some rap with EDM go for Losing It

[@kthignight24]

Like'd and sub'd! If you like the deep storytelling, I recommend The Tale of Jenny and Screech (but do the full version that includes violet's tale) and For Joe. If you'd prefer singing, Chaulk Outlines (live version) and How to be Me (live version) are great. If you like hip hop, What You Want, Murderer and Love Music part 4 are good ones. There are also videos of him busking (street performing) and he was also in a band called the Big Push (Englishman in Newyork and Bongo Bong are great). Looking forward to more ren reactions!

[@TheAxeification]

This isn't music. It's a work of art.

[@moniavedder1933]

Amazing reaction!!!!New suscriber here!!! I hope you do more Ren reactions!!!!!!!!

[@philk9227]

Great that you got to Ren, Cheezy. Be warned the Ren rabbit hole runs deep and it defies genre. Ren can do it all....well!! look forward to you exploring our new Bard. All the best from the UK

[@dianesnowflake]

Welcome to the Reniverse. He is a once in a lifetime artist who has true integrity. Enjoy your trip down the Rabbit hole, hold on cause its gonna be wild. He writes all his own lyrics,beats and produces everything. Looking forward to following you on.your journey.

[@brianbritton3693]

Renegades have arrived Cheezy ! Probably should pencil in a few weeks on the schedule. You wont regret it bro.

[@capnmorgan867]

Sick Boi next. It's the title track of his upcoming album release (18 tracks!)

[@survivalrush]

I'm not sure if anyone else has mentioned this yet, but if you get a copyright claim on any of Rens' music, just appeal it. he lets any reactor play his stuff for free, believing it's a win win situation for him and the reactor. Have fun, he has some truly great stuff in his catalogue

[@davidricks7128]

Ren is therapy for so many from one song he helps so many people open up in ways therapists struggle to do in person. First time i watched Hi Ren i had a panic attack but thought i needed to watch it again so i watched someone reacting to it that was the best thing i could do i have watched many times since. One thing i think about this song is it needs to be seen by every one even in schools after a certain age, because how many children kill themselves because of the negativity towards them from nasty comments and bullying to them believing what is said. I went through hell, bullied all through school to the point i attempted suicide twice, and to many issues in my life since then I am a recovering alcoholic 11 years clean I suffer PTSD and other health issues so the majority of bad days over good is high, if this bullying had been dealt with i may have had a reasonable life not the existence i have to deal with now

[@lawrencesmith6536]

There are so many "versions" of ren, your head is gonna spin, bro. You're gonna have such a good time discovering all of his stuff

[@phoenixrising5088]

Hey Mum, neet my new friend REN. He's a blast on Guitar 😂

[@jasonremy1627]

Show her Love Music, Pt. 4. Your mum will enjoy that.

[@phoenixrising5088]

@@jasonremy1627 My comment was British humour 😂

[@jasonremy1627]

@@phoenixrising5088 mine was American humor. It's just like the British one, with less of you in it.

[@phoenixrising5088]

@@jasonremy1627 whatever that means?😁

[@jasonremy1627]

@@phoenixrising5088 it's a pun. I shouldn't have to spell it out for you.

[@danig2029]

Welcome to the rabbit hole that is Ren... he's from Wales. Lives in Brighton/London. Ren is his own genre...expanding across the board and more. Truly. Serious and deep like HI Ren...and fun stuff...busking...hip hop...rapping...singing. All.

[@elanorfairbairn]

What a lovely reaction! Not that stats matter......but there's a LOT of us Renegades hungry for reactions...nudge nudge wink wink....

[@iamsquatty]

Welcome to the weird and wondrous world of ren! Hope to see you fall down this rabbit hole, its nice down here 👋🤣💜

[@geordiegirl164]

I love Ren, he’s so talented and unique. Welcome to the world of Ren. Liked and subbed ❤

[@lorriredmon8212]

He's doing SO MUCH BETTER not being signed! What a tremendous talent/soul! He can do everything. Sing, tell stories, play music, rap.....list goes on. I think Sick Boi should be next. It might help explain a bit more of his journey. Just sub'd to follow your ride with Ren. Thanks for a great reaction! Feel better.

[@Jadedxx]

You have to do Sick Boi next. Speaks more about his health and mental struggles. WELCOME ABOARD THE REN EXPRESS 🚂🚂🚂 subbed for more Ren 🖤

[@ambermonk4280]

Yay! Keep doing more Ren!!!

[@williamparrish9954]

Ren play drum bass piano beatboxes produces his own music mixes his own beats sing and raps

[@VideosbyLisaLisa]

Ren's mad talented. Various genres, but all authentic and artistically crafted - even his "retakes" which are basically covers with all new lyrics. You'd probably enjoy their "covers," which are usually medleys or mash-ups with a little something extra. My fave is "I Shot the Sheriff/Road to Zion/Hip Hop," but their "War Pigs" is actually a bunch of Black Sabbath with a touch of RAtM. For more autobiographical lyrics, "Sick Boi" and the latter half of "Illest of Our Time" are key. For masterful storytelling, try the trilogy, "The Tales of Jenny and Screech" or "Money Game" parts 1&2 (3 is coming in a month). For bars, try "Genesis" or "Illest of Our Time." For fast rap, "The Hunger" or "Losing It." For upbeat with a reggae/ska/soul vibe, try "Humble" or "Ocean." For singing, try "Chalk Outlines (live)" or "How to Be Me (live)." For rock-ish, try "Ready for You," "Crutch," "Wild Place" or "Hold On." And if you just want fun Ren, "What You Want," "Power," "Murderer," "1990s" or "Losing It." That's a lot, but gives you an idea of how many directions you can go. Not to mention any of his busking sessions alone or collaborating are awesome. The Ren rabbit hole goes deep.

[@kennethmichael5404]

This is the kind of artistry that gives "broken" people hope. Ren, through this performance piece, has become to a lot of people exactly what he stated in the song, "...the voice that you hear when you loosen the noose on the rope". So powerful, so impactful. The song structure itself is incredible. It starts off as a battle between his positive (Angel) and negative (Demon) aspects, the negative then makes an overpowering last ditch effort to reign supreme, tearing free and trying to take control, but ultimately fails as the final act, being the "God" aspect, emerges Triumphant, though still acknowledging and accepting that it will ALWAYS be a battle because we are all "a coin with 2 different sides". It's a beautifully cathartic and raw musical masterpiece. Ren is truly special. Welcome to the Ren rabbit-hole, it's a trip worth taking. This was the 4th take he did and yes, it was done live. Wait until you hear some of his other stuff, especially his storytelling ("The Tale of Jenny & Screech"). You haven't even touched the breadth of this young man's talent yet. The pig character (imo) represents the doctors and therapist who have essentially butchered him for years through their misdiagnosis. It's the system that focuses on peddling more pills than on genuinely trying to help to fix broken/ill people, caring more about profit than individual health. The bastardization of the hippocratic oath. He literally thought he was going insane because he was told repeatedly that the pain and symptoms he was experiencing were all in his head (psychosomatic). He had reached a point where he literally resigned himself to dying before he reached 30. Turns out he had Lyme's disease the whole time and it ran rampant through his system for 10 years, even to the point of causing brain damage. Ironically, if Ren hadn't gone through what he has, would he have ever made the art he has? There's no question that his suffering has shaped his music and now he's finally getting the recognition he undoubtedly deserves. I've said it before, I'll say it again, Ren is special.

[@gminusmark]

Ren is from Wales (UK) But resides in Brighton

[@melissatopham4018]

Please react to his masterpiece that is 3 songs woven together to make a mind blowing story.."The tale of Jenny and Screech... FULL...which includes the 3rd one Violets Tale... Must be watched together and in order

[@rogerstarkey5390]

From memory Ren. Older than you might think (born 1990) Welsh (he does speak the language, many don't) . Accent, (you asked) more Southern English, almost London (my city). . Contracted Lyme disease (bitten by a tick, will become apparent in later works). Not only misdiagnosed, but mistreated by doctors who thought the symptoms may not be "physical". The resulting treatments destroyed his physical and mental wellbeing, much of which you saw portrayed here. Having tried many cures, traditional and more bizarre, he was finally diagnosed correctly by a Belgian doctor and then began attempts to find treatment. Late last year he found a team with a suitable treatment protocol in Calgary and has been both staying there and commuting elsewhere since during his prolonged treatment. . He has other demons (look for reference to "Joe") which will also become apparent, but he's now at the point where we should "cower at the man he's become"! . Hope this helps. . Enjoy the journey.

[@AprilJMoon]

Ren is the Swiss Army Knife of music, and each blade/tool is top quality. Oh btw, exploring this particular rabbit-hole will introduce you to other amazing independent artists and the Brighton music scene (think '60's Liverpool)

[@codemonkey2k5]

It took 3 tries, but this was recorded live. No edits other than to switch cameras.

[@duanewelsh5611]

Dive in, head first. It's a tremendous journey with a most eclectic and varied selection of musical genres and styles imaginable! ENJOY

[@tinymusikcodottv-Musikverse99]

Great on you!. Next Do "Ren Muderer official video and Murderer Accustic" both together in the same video. That will trip your minds and get your subs and views up a lot. Than do chalk outlines LIVE! and then a great one Gen Z is "Ren - Dominoes (Official Lyric Video)" Than Ren Ren - Money Game (Official Music Video) and Ren - Money Game Part 2 (Official Lyric Video) Together in one video. then "Ren - Illest Of Our Time (Official Music Video)" than "Ren - Animal Flow (Official Music Video) and Ren - Animal Flow (Live Acoustic Video) in one video. Then "Ren - Power (Official Music Video)" Al so many more!! Ren Has so many songs and not one is bad. P.S Don't Listen to the songs before. HAHA Thanks

[@stevecody9878]

Great reaction to a true GENIUS Liked & subscribed in anticipation of you reacting to more Ren Cheers pal 👍🍻

[@goobydoot]

Crutch. Dominoes. Losing It, The Hunger, both his ft Chinchilla vids….

[@nancyforsyth1314]

Welcome to the Reniverse. Subscribed. You will get a lot of suggestions for other Ren reactions. Enjoy! Keep going!

[@drumcoversbysean9802]

A few to check out following Hi Ren are Sick Boi and Chalk Outlines LIVE . These 2 songs will give you a wider view of Ren and his scope of work.👍

[@curtisain1931]

For all the pausing and giving your thoughts about what was going on with Ren, only ONE thing you said was worth you saying was "it's like he's" telling a story". REALLY??

[@bosbornefischer]

You have stumbled into the Rebbit Hole. You have such an experience ahead of you. Depending on how you want to approach things, you can do the full version of The Tales, or if you want to keep with the themes of Hi Ren and more of Ren's backstory, I would suggest Sick Boi or the live version of Chalk Outlines. This song hit me at a very fragile time in my life, and as a consequence, has opened doors to a wonderful community of people. I am forever grateful that it showed up for me when it did.