Damn… What A Tribute | Ren- Mackay | I DIDNT EXPECT THIS AT ALL..

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  • Опубликовано: 27 ноя 2024

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  • @Hexenkind1
    @Hexenkind1 8 месяцев назад +128

    Bonus info (I asked sam about it, he shot the video): This was shot in june of last year in drumheller, canada in a place called horseshoe canyon.
    OH and: It's his 34th birthday TODAY!

  • @thedizzygiraffe
    @thedizzygiraffe 8 месяцев назад +88

    Only REN can make a butterfly 🦋 appear at the end of a tribute song. 💕 A Simply beautiful soul.

  • @ShayKane64
    @ShayKane64 8 месяцев назад +37

    When you said “Name another artist” that was exactly my thoughts, Ren is the most diverse artist I can remember and I’m 60 in a couple of weeks, every generation has a genius above all others. Now is Rens generation and we’re here for it ❤️

  • @staceyshaffer180
    @staceyshaffer180 8 месяцев назад +2

    At 3:28 a butterfly flys right by ren, he notices it. So beautiful! Great reaction ❤️

  • @arielbussart1305
    @arielbussart1305 8 месяцев назад +4

    He was in the premier chat letting us know that this was written for Callum, but since there were no words that we should think of anyone we loved that are no longer with us while listening, that it's really for all of them. Not only does Ren lift up those he loves, he constantly shares/reposts fan art. He's just extra, and a breath of fresh air in today's society.

  • @dancerbird76
    @dancerbird76 8 месяцев назад +25

    When Ren plays the piano, it’s like we’re watching his fingers dancing.
    They were dancing for Callum and for all those we’ve lost…..those we were thinking of whilst we watched 💜🪽

  • @dimitrasotirakoglou2553
    @dimitrasotirakoglou2553 8 месяцев назад +42

    The backstory of how he lost his two best friends is brutal in a short span of time...but the way he honored their memory is priceless..
    Rest in Peace Joe and Calum
    And Happy birthday to Ren ,his twin Birthday boy was also Calum..
    Wonderful tribute ❤❤

    • @Deja_drew01
      @Deja_drew01 8 месяцев назад +3

      I may be wrong but I think that Ren said their birthdays were just close to each other but they almost always celebrated them on the same day. Either way what a devastating loss to have someone you shared something so special with

  • @jojow6519
    @jojow6519 8 месяцев назад +49

    Ren's love of all things music, the way he uses it all. Ren IS music 🎶🎶🎶

  • @peterdobos1606
    @peterdobos1606 8 месяцев назад +45

    man, when Ren talks about "pimping my pain"...dude has, sadly, loads of material.
    this was just very very sweet and simple, and that is the perfect shirt for this video

  • @salishseamermaid
    @salishseamermaid 8 месяцев назад +36

    In addition to his obvious musical talents, Ren has a gift for creating community around him.

    • @philk9227
      @philk9227 8 месяцев назад +7

      It is an amazing community.

    • @jules3048
      @jules3048 8 месяцев назад +6

      So true!

  • @camcur55
    @camcur55 8 месяцев назад +28

    He wore the Sublime sweatshirt on his Birthday last year and also for this video. Callum mentioned as a mate in Joe song

  • @TrishEllard
    @TrishEllard 8 месяцев назад +2

    My support worker just put me on to Ren she discovered him going down a rabbit hole on RUclips and he is legit a freaking phenomenon! Totally a league of his own. I can't understand how he has not blown up and known by everyone? Much love from Adelaide South Australia 🇦🇺

  • @gwynethzen77
    @gwynethzen77 8 месяцев назад +3

    It was transcendent. Told my husband to play it at my funeral. Beautiful song, beautiful reaction. Happy birthday to ren and to you, cliff! ❤

  • @ryderjohnson1293
    @ryderjohnson1293 8 месяцев назад +7

    He didn't say anything, and yet he said so much. The power of music, and Ren has mastered it.

  • @charleenk71
    @charleenk71 8 месяцев назад +2

    Love you Cliff! You are one of the good ones!! Thank you!❤❤❤

  • @gregbeard6057
    @gregbeard6057 8 месяцев назад +12

    We can tick 'composer' off the list of things Ren is incredible at!!!
    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 close my eyes and picture every happy moment that my Dad and I shared. For this, I say thank you, Ren, for sharing this with us. 💔❤️

  • @blinkaustin8720
    @blinkaustin8720 8 месяцев назад +2

    My new favourite song from Ren instantly number one for me 👏👏👏👏👏👏🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹👏👏👏👏👏♥️🇦🇺

  • @Lou-xq9br
    @Lou-xq9br 8 месяцев назад +5

    ❤ #ren
    Simply beautiful 🖤
    Ren is a beautiful soul ❤️

  • @yilomina2047
    @yilomina2047 8 месяцев назад +5

    So beautiful. Happy birthday to all the Aries Renegades!

  • @Emilie-one
    @Emilie-one 8 месяцев назад +6

    Cliff I love your reactions, you are a gem of a human being! I appreciate your big heart and kindness. Hugs! ❤

  • @DogDocKat
    @DogDocKat 8 месяцев назад +12

    Ren has such a beautiful soul and so do you. This was wonderful 💜💜💜

  • @geoffreynolds3157
    @geoffreynolds3157 8 месяцев назад +5

    I listened to this while remembering moments with my Nanny, i felt a sense of inner peace and it made me feel happy remembering her for the first time since she passed away in September.

  • @EvaMetalhankle
    @EvaMetalhankle 8 месяцев назад +5

    Ren is... absolute!

  • @Dog-Maniac
    @Dog-Maniac 8 месяцев назад +17

    This is just too beautiful, and heartbreaking, and uplifting. 💚💔☀️ Thanks for getting to it, Cliff

  • @lleldridge1
    @lleldridge1 8 месяцев назад +5

    Thanks Cliff - agree with everything you said about Ren ... versatility, virtuoso, genuine and authentic... respect for Ren.

  • @pauljackson7901
    @pauljackson7901 8 месяцев назад +9

    I love the ract that this is purely instrumental. No words, we all fill it in with our own pain and loss. Myself, I lost my mum three weeks ago

  • @sammyd8860
    @sammyd8860 8 месяцев назад +4

    (Callum is pronounced "Cah-lum" and MacKay is pronounced "Mac-Eye"). Loved this piece of music - while it had sadness in it it also had joy and "uplift", a song to celebrate the good times but also to acknowledge the sadness of a life ended too soon. Loved your reaction as always

  • @alicecrumpler1810
    @alicecrumpler1810 8 месяцев назад +6

    I found your channel recently, subscribed right away! You are thoughtful and have interesting comments on your reactions. Thank you. I love reliving first listens to music from my youth and am finding new music, like Ren, through your channel. Thanks!😊

  • @tjh5716
    @tjh5716 8 месяцев назад +8

    He’s one of a kind.

  • @RobertAustin-l4p
    @RobertAustin-l4p 8 месяцев назад +3

    They sheared a birthday and celebrated it together. And today is RENs birthday !! 34

  • @Turntablist_Mk2
    @Turntablist_Mk2 8 месяцев назад +2

    Rens talent brought us to listen, but who he is will make him a lifelong friend.

  • @belgand5555
    @belgand5555 8 месяцев назад

    Happy Birthday Ren… you beautiful person… 🫶🏻♥️🫶🏻

  • @jeffbowden8367
    @jeffbowden8367 8 месяцев назад +3

    He’s the gift that keeps on giving ❤🇬🇧

  • @peterdobos1606
    @peterdobos1606 8 месяцев назад +18

    yeah, Ren and Callum had the same birthday
    From Su!c!de: "...I miss chilling by the pier cave and kicking back
    With Callum, Hugo, Sagar, Justin, Stevie and the fuckin' lads..."
    Callum died shortly after Joe.

  • @DonnaPoynton.
    @DonnaPoynton. 8 месяцев назад +7

    Sounds Amazing with my eyes closed,I feel every note,Thanks Cliff❤

  • @that_hyna
    @that_hyna 8 месяцев назад +4

    Ive been a newbie sub for a minute...... I just wanted to drop you a message to express how much I appreciate what you've been doing lately on your RUclips channel. Your decision to step aside from your usual routine and offer your time to listen to others is incredibly selfless and inspiring. It takes a special kind of person to prioritize the well-being of others in the way you have. Your compassion and generosity haven't gone unnoticed.....Your RUclips channel has been a source of entertainment and enlightenment for me, especially with your insightful music reactions. Your ability to dissect songs and share your love for music in such a relatable way is truly remarkable. However, what I find even more impressive is your willingness to listen to anyone who needs support. It's a testament to your versatility as a content creator and, more importantly, as a human being. Thank you for using your platform to spread positivity and offer a listening ear to those who need it Much Love & Respect

  • @MissMeKate
    @MissMeKate 8 месяцев назад +6

    He said so much without words. 💔
    I hope you get the chance to catch up with Ren in person when he is in America this year. I know he's not in Chicago, just NY and LA, but would love it if you got to meet up. You've been threatening to set up a gig for him for like 18months, so fingers crossed.

  • @pistolpete501
    @pistolpete501 8 месяцев назад +1

    Love your reactions, so genuine and heartfelt. What a moving piece of music. Amazing, no words needed.

  • @Vmcf1968
    @Vmcf1968 8 месяцев назад +1

    happy birthday to Ren

  • @Jackthemostawesomecat
    @Jackthemostawesomecat 8 месяцев назад

    So much love and wisdom to Ren, what beautiful music he makes in the face of it all.

  • @SIRAssassin888
    @SIRAssassin888 8 месяцев назад

    We all love you and REN and you always find the right things to say in moments like this..

  • @Codex7777
    @Codex7777 8 месяцев назад +1

    If in doubt, most British pronunciations use short vowel sounds. Not all but as a rule of thumb, it'll steer you right more often than not. With 'Callum' both the 'a' and the 'u' are short vowel sounds. It's 'a' as in happy or sad and 'u' as in bug or glum. Hence 'Cal-lum'. There's also a slight emphasis on the first syllable, 'Cal'. Hope that helps. Great reaction,btw, as alays! :)

    • @Codex7777
      @Codex7777 8 месяцев назад

      Btw, I didn't go into the pronunciation of 'Mackay' because there are at least 3 different pronunciations of that surname and have no idea which was the correct pronunciation here. :)
      RIP Callum Mackay.

  • @RoxyKandyKoRn55
    @RoxyKandyKoRn55 8 месяцев назад +3

    Stunning Masterpiece 💝

    • @RoxyKandyKoRn55
      @RoxyKandyKoRn55 8 месяцев назад +2

      I just asked Sam if it was him or Josh who shot this video n he said he did but Josh was also there helping...Immense kuddos to both gentlemen n Ren for this superb masterpiece 💝

  • @ScottWelke
    @ScottWelke 8 месяцев назад +1

    CB,
    Your reaction on this beautiful song is also...a tribute to Ren too! All of us feel the same of Ren too. Peace to you. And continue success.

  • @christinehutchinson767
    @christinehutchinson767 8 месяцев назад +2

    Thank you cliff this was beautiful ❤🕊️🕊️🕊️

  • @pinolskun8764
    @pinolskun8764 8 месяцев назад +2

    Ren isn't the only person sharing positivity in their content: kudos to you Mr Cliff for also being real and positive and sharing that positivity with us, you know the world needs it. Much love

  • @DanKennedy-i3z
    @DanKennedy-i3z 7 месяцев назад

    Amazing tribute to his friend, the depth of soul is mesmerizing.

  • @davidlitherland108
    @davidlitherland108 8 месяцев назад +1

    A TRUE ARTIST love your reaction what a tribute to his friend what amazing strength and positivity he as overcome and sooooo earned god bless WARRINGTON UK 🇬🇧

  • @Baldevi
    @Baldevi 8 месяцев назад +2

    This is so beautiful, and evokes both his pain and Callums, but also... Ren is slowly healing at last, he's been purging the pain and the guilt about not being there when Joe died, and did not actually want help anymore. Not blaming Joein anyway, but he chose his way out, and that was not and never was Ren's fault.

  • @rudyb.
    @rudyb. 8 месяцев назад +2

    Truly, one of a kind music artist we are witnessing today. Ren is a beautiful soul and we are so lucky to have him share his life with us. Thank you Cliff for your strength and support. You make me feel safe.

  • @dawnpatterson8708
    @dawnpatterson8708 8 месяцев назад +3

    What a beautiful song and setting. ❤😊❤

  • @DarleneMiddleton-n3q
    @DarleneMiddleton-n3q 8 месяцев назад +8

    Read the post under the video! This will explain. THANKS CLIFF!!! Ur always 🔥

    • @Mhantrax
      @Mhantrax 8 месяцев назад

      Also, go watch the Disco Doc reaction. He dives DEEP.

  • @crimson_phoenix3
    @crimson_phoenix3 8 месяцев назад

    completely beautiful just like Ren is

  • @debrashrider4062
    @debrashrider4062 8 месяцев назад

    Ren creates music. Ren creates safe places to Feel. Ren creates humanity.

  • @dottiemurray6013
    @dottiemurray6013 8 месяцев назад

    Breathtakingly beautiful 🎹🎶💞 Thank you for sharing your heart with the world and touching us with your music, without words evokes so much 🫶

  • @marlonwilson-zf8sl
    @marlonwilson-zf8sl 8 месяцев назад

    I think the redness on his neck is from hauling his gear up that mountain ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @peterbuckingham5866
    @peterbuckingham5866 3 месяца назад

    I’m in my 50s. And I have never seen musical talent like his good self . Never, gone from being genius to enigma

  • @NadineLaFrance-pf5rq
    @NadineLaFrance-pf5rq 8 месяцев назад +3

    that was a beautiful tribute I add goosebumps

  • @allanmitchell4585
    @allanmitchell4585 8 месяцев назад +1

    Waited for this reaction. You and knox are the best channels. Much love

  • @jules3048
    @jules3048 8 месяцев назад

    A song about his second friend who passed away. Nearly had me in tears 😢 so beautiful

  • @helenajrgensen3157
    @helenajrgensen3157 8 месяцев назад

    You are always so great with words and get to say everything that needs to be said. Truly a beautiful heart. Thanks Cliff Beats.
    And Ren - he's just amazing. Who else can make incarnate rappers sit and listen, really listen, to classical music than Ren? Have seen it in several places on RUclips here in the last day or so. But okay; without using words, he gets to say a whole lot with this track. I myself felt it deep in my heart and a tear just came...
    Happy birthday to both Callum and Ren ❤

  • @michaelphipps8647
    @michaelphipps8647 8 месяцев назад +2

    Just beautiful, R.I.P. Callum 😇

  • @Emilie-one
    @Emilie-one 8 месяцев назад +1

    This was so beautiful. Ren is so talented! I love that it is a journey. May Callum rest in peace ❤️

  • @berniewatts5028
    @berniewatts5028 8 месяцев назад +3

    ❤️❤️🙏🏾🙏🏾👵🏼. Beautiful

  • @BeckiKaylene-x8n
    @BeckiKaylene-x8n 7 месяцев назад

    You and Ren, two beautiful souls! ❤

  • @angelabordack
    @angelabordack 8 месяцев назад

    Such a beautiful musical composition ❤

  • @SandraP3796
    @SandraP3796 8 месяцев назад +1

    It’s so beautiful and emotional. Gets me every time I listen to it 😢❤. RIP to the other guy ( forgot his name) who jumped in trying to save Callum and also died. 2 tragic deaths

  • @Corvid76
    @Corvid76 8 месяцев назад

    Sebastian Bach was the lead singer of the hair metal band Skid Row

  • @brettAnichols
    @brettAnichols 8 месяцев назад +1

    I'm grateful that I grew up listening to musicians.
    Ren has undeniable skills for his age, and I highly appreciate that he is bringing back music appreciation 💓
    When you said, "name an artist." I rambled off a list of a dozen.
    If I'm only going to share one
    Michel Camilo for example, his track "From Within"
    But, just sticking to pianists, I could list a hundred other instrumentalists, here are artists that could plop down at the piano and change your life. *In no particular order
    Harold O'Neal
    Thelonious Monk
    Dr. John (Mac Rebennack)
    Jon Batiste
    Eliane Elais
    Stevie Wonder
    Duke Ellington
    Professor Longhair
    Jack McDuff
    I have always wished that people had grown up with my Dad's record collection. But now, we have access to everything! Our days of wasting time on bad music should be close to an end.
    Ren is one artist heralding in the future 🌟

    • @kellyt5341
      @kellyt5341 8 месяцев назад +1

      Ren: He plays multiple instruments at a very high level (acoustic, electric, bass guitar, piano).
      He makes most of his beats, sings beautifully all genres, with a huge range, raps (all types from melodic to super fast), he beatboxes, composes his own music for singing and instruments, he is a bardcore, a story telling minstrel with his guitar.
      He is a producer of all his music and videos, he is a director, he is an actor, he does many (live..one take videos), he has done all his videos of a budget of $2000 or less, the exception was MG3.
      He has a talented crew of friends that help him with all I mentioned, but he has the talent to do it all if need be.
      He is also a top notch sound engineer. In his bts videos, he has filmed and has done his own camera work for some of his videos. So he is familiar with that part as well.
      He has done this all while fighting an debilitating illness.
      He speaks on behalf of many sick people both physically and mentally. I'm sure I forgot some of his other skills but that should cover it.
      That is what Cliff means by "find me another artist who compares to this multi-talented man".
      There are none today that have that many exceptional skills combined. I can think of no other independent artist or those signed by the big label out there today.
      Many artist you mentioned are very talented musicians and artists, and indeed excel in certain areas.
      I don't see them having (all his skills and talents combined). He is one of a kind right now (my opinion), but the list of all his talents and accomplishments are facts, he has many music videos and tracks to prove it.

    • @brettAnichols
      @brettAnichols 8 месяцев назад

      @@kellyt5341 I wasn't thinking about that. I guess maybe Weird Al (but he isn't independent), or Cab Callaway (though he didn't get a chance to be a director, I think he would have been good)?
      Maybe it's a sign that the musicians of our age will be more well rounded in videography.
      I certainly can't think of anyone that was as accomplished as Ren by 32!!!!

    • @kellyt5341
      @kellyt5341 8 месяцев назад +1

      @@brettAnichols Weird Al's voice is not that sonically pleasing to my ears. Ren has charisma, charm, a beautiful personality and swag. He attracts people like magnets, he has sex appeal and he is a good looking 34 yr old male. Sorry just stating the facts. He has the "it" factor. He could have signed very lucrative contracts by now because the industry wants him bad. He talked about a few meetings with them. He cares about mankind, the earth and getting his message out there. He wants to do his music without any restrictions and big money isn't his priority. There are likely similar independent artists out there with similar goals but not the total package. PS there was no such thing as independent artist in our day. The underground artists made up demo tapes always trying to get the radio station to play it or have a producer hear it. This was so they could get a big record deal with the vultures. 😔

    • @brettAnichols
      @brettAnichols 8 месяцев назад +1

      @@kellyt5341 Yes, you are absolutely correct! We are witnessing something special in Ren!

  • @piwaka50
    @piwaka50 8 месяцев назад

    Nice words as per normal man. Big ups and respect. Have a nice Easter. Kia kaha from NZ.

  • @MurkW00d
    @MurkW00d 8 месяцев назад

    Thanks for this Cliff. Its a beautiful song, and you're right - who else is like Ren?

  • @cradlegrl
    @cradlegrl 8 месяцев назад

    Ren is what every human should strive to be! This was just amazing. The music just moves your soul!

  • @SuileanAirgid
    @SuileanAirgid 8 месяцев назад +2

    One of my best friends is also called Callum MacKay (Caa luhm MacKigh) and I'm very happy he's still with us, but I had goosebumps listening to this yesterday, it's so beautiful. I laughed at the face you made at 3.14 like, of fucking course this guy can do this. Awesome reaction as always friend.

  • @francesmarinapatarangawhik4702
    @francesmarinapatarangawhik4702 8 месяцев назад

    BEAUTIFUL🌬🌷🌷🙏☝️😌

  • @Goodtide
    @Goodtide 8 месяцев назад

    Ren music is timeless. He's a master making masterpieces.🎼🔥
    The person I imagine to be is good. The good shines through him, his music and his community. 🤍
    I hope he lives a full healthy & happy life and feels all the love we all have for him.
    🌻

  • @Chronically_Kimberly
    @Chronically_Kimberly 8 месяцев назад

    This was a great reaction and review.
    One thing Cal-um.

  • @devlinfoyston5522
    @devlinfoyston5522 8 месяцев назад

    He's a day late and a buck short lol much love from Sudbury Ontario Canada

  • @grobertson3171
    @grobertson3171 8 месяцев назад

    Off the top of my head...
    Prince - who is gone
    Trent Reznor - does everything

  • @docdurdin
    @docdurdin 8 месяцев назад +1

    Ren said it all..

  • @thenuttypuffer
    @thenuttypuffer 8 месяцев назад

    very powerfull!
    Ren deserves all the flowers we can give him..❤
    with regards to reaching out when feeling low i wont go into details on here but thank you cliff ..
    just a few words once in a while on insta have really helped.. and i am very thankfull for your kindness..
    much love bruv..❤

  • @malinhobbs2745
    @malinhobbs2745 8 месяцев назад

    I had no idea you where a fellow Aries Cliff 🥰
    My birthday is on Monday 🤦‍♀️😅
    Beautyfull music from Ren, as always. This piece touch my soul and the feelings are a wild mix. Great reaction, I love how real you are Cliff and you have such a wonderful personality ❤ Helping others when you can, just like Ren ❤

  • @drealyn1486
    @drealyn1486 8 месяцев назад

    great reaction. the only thing I'd of liked to have you share would be the colors you saw listening to this.

  • @player3251
    @player3251 8 месяцев назад +2

    love you man i waited for your reaction 😂

  • @nurselorie2271
    @nurselorie2271 8 месяцев назад +4

    Morning cliff

  • @udayshah7205
    @udayshah7205 8 месяцев назад

    I didn't know he was this good with piano 😅

  • @jasonremy1627
    @jasonremy1627 8 месяцев назад

    Pure beauty

  • @klennethavancena940
    @klennethavancena940 8 месяцев назад

    Ren❤❤❤ this is so 🙌

  • @christophCymru
    @christophCymru 8 месяцев назад

    Beautiful words man

  • @hollyryalsgrubb1273
    @hollyryalsgrubb1273 8 месяцев назад

    Genuine artist.

  • @irenec9880
    @irenec9880 6 месяцев назад

    You are a lovely guy

  • @BasiliskGER
    @BasiliskGER 8 месяцев назад

    Peace and love fam 🙏

  • @donald1379
    @donald1379 8 месяцев назад

    Someone pointed out that he only played the white keys not sure what that means but it was incredible great tribute to his friend.Thanks Cliff appreciate you.

  • @Octanavus
    @Octanavus 8 месяцев назад +2

    yum yum yum

  • @92essink
    @92essink 7 месяцев назад

    William Joseph does a cover with Lindsay Sterling of the "Halo theme" that's awesome. Not sad but a great collaboration

  • @Tessimistic420
    @Tessimistic420 8 месяцев назад

    I'm 3 days late watching but I'm here now ❤

  • @justsomegirliknow
    @justsomegirliknow 8 месяцев назад

    I would love it if he'd release an all instrumental album.

  • @DenaCostas
    @DenaCostas 8 месяцев назад +3

    ❤beautiful❤

  • @RenNotRen
    @RenNotRen 8 месяцев назад

    Great thing about being an independent is Ren can do what he wants. Always love watching your channel Cliff. You're one of the best ❤If anyone wants to know the story behind the tribute, Disco Doc has one on his channel.

  • @kathieovercash8414
    @kathieovercash8414 8 месяцев назад

    Too Much Heaven by the Bee Gees.

  • @suesee4855
    @suesee4855 8 месяцев назад

    Much love ❤️ Sue