Any autoimmune disease does do this to you daily. You take everyday and sometimes minute by minute. Myself have struggled but after accepting Jesus Christ I learned better to cope and indeed you do get a lot stronger even through the suffering because you just open up The Sword and learn how to make those voices, self doubt and everything else goes away when you speak those words out of The Bible because indeed those words ARE A TRUE SWORD AGAINST THE ENEMY! Music I have always had to have and now It’s so different as far as perspective because I learned that when I Praise my Lord and Saviour and sing out God also gives me breath to breathe even when my O2 has been struggling moments before so the most important is to sell out to Jesus! Dance with Jesus Daily!
Same here, brother. Turning 43 in two weeks myself. The only other songs that hit me this hard are the Shaun Davey's rendition of The Parting Glass and Andy Cizek's Sumerian Vocal Audition (both are on RUclips.) The song reminds me of this quote from Way of the Peaceful Warrior: "The peaceful warrior's way is not about invulnerability, but absolute vulnerability--to the world, to life, and to the Presence you felt. All along I've shown you by example that a warrior's life is not about imagined perfection or victory; it is about love. Love is a warrior's sword; wherever it cuts, it gives life, not death."
Come on man, that was beautiful. Emotions are beautiful. Your sincerity is much appreciated. “I must not forget. You must not forget. That we are human beings.” Thank you guys! Great reaction video!
I’m going to be 29 this year and I always get embarrassed by how emotional I get. The sunglasses are a good idea, I need to invest in a pair. Glad to see the tears
Agreed, I have cried my heart out, on repeat. Ren is a proof that geniuses do not belong to any generation, they are before and in front of their time. Love this! Keep crying, keep laughing, we are human beings, remember :)
Ren was signed to a major label. A week later he got super sick and was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease and was treated for it. The treatment was torture for TEN YEARS.. it made his sicker and with that pain, the psychosis set in.. more meds... A cycle that would only be stopped when he was referred to another doctor and was told he had late stage lyme disease and the previous diagnosis was not right. Ren is healing and his ten year torture only served to make him strong and through his pain and suffering has written many great songs. He is totally independent now and wants to stay that way. This video cost him a grand to make.
14 years of not crying. My parents would beat me so much that I lost that special human ability to cry. When I was adopted, I blocked out all of that and forgot it all like it never happened. After being shown this song at work, a flip of a switch inside my head opened up all those memories. I was so scared I hid in the corner crying, and my boss and friends tried getting me out. An ambulance took me to the hospital. I'm stuck with these memories of being dragged out of bed at night to be beaten because they were bored. Having a knife on my neck because they were high or drunk. Being hit with a bat on my back. Putting my head underwater in the bathtub for a laugh while I fight for air. Having one of their friends do stuff to me for drugs. Having a dog growl at me trying to bite. Being forced to do drugs and drink alcohol. Being forced to hold my pee so they can laugh when i wet my pants. Pushed against the walls and ground for amusement. And so much more. What I would do was hide in a corner holding in my tears and holding my hands against my mouth so I wouldn't make any noise and get caught. A memory was when I was taken from the house the cop carrying me was crying and in the ambulance the emt started crying I went to sleep after or i guess passed out. The scars my adopted parents told me they were from accidents from riding my bike and falling off trees when i was a kid. I truly believed they were my actual parents when i was a kid and believed it all, and to me, they are my parents. I start work again in a week. I'm so glad they are so supportive. Listening to this song again from other perspectives shines a light on who I am now. My friends and family who loves me just makes me happy cry, and I'm just so happy. Those memories might be with me, but this song just makes me happy,sad, and full of hope. I love my family and friends. Without their support I would've totally lost it and those memories would've been the end of me. This is a powerful song.
Sending you all the love and wishing you all the best in your journey forward. Ren is so powerful with his words, everytike I listen to this song, I cry, not so much now because I'm sad, but because of the hope. Sending you a huge virtual hug, what you've been through is absolutely abhorrent and you are such a warrior for getting through. ❤
Ren has given this 60 year old bloke faith in something id given up on. A new artist who actually gives chills, excitement, naturally talented, emotionally open, just raw catchy art. Wishing Ren all the best while he's in hospital.
That was well articulated my friend!! Yes, I believe Ren is a once in a lifetime, generational talent, and we are looking forward to listening to his other songs. Keep the faith, my friend, and thank you for watching our channel. - C -
@@CedricandBrian as another reply suggested, you should definitely go with the tale of Jenny and Screech, it's in three parts (jenny, screech, violet) and there's a video that has them all in one and it's like about 13mins.
What I love about the reactions are that many of them come from men and women, like me, in our later years. I also have the added deep pleasure and pride in being Ren's dad. Thanks guys, lovely work and authenticity
Hello, I’m writing this because I think his art has hit something that people have forgotten……..we are mortal…. As a Jew, who was a Christian…..I appreciate this moment……..I believe this is a beginning of a bridge fixing a gap……music has been change……however, this is a jump of a change….. Jeremiah 16:20 Can man make gods? They are not gods themselves! Simply beautiful
@@Pverb623 Hi Thorne, There’s a profound depth in Jewish humanities and also a courage to stand up for what you believe in. My father in law is John Schlapobersky. A uniquely creative man whose whole life has been based on speaking out. (Look him up) another respected orator!
@@martingilluk1 I thought I replied again….? It seems to of disappeared…lol I looked up Mr. Schlapobersky…..thank you…….and will look more into him. I am a Jewish scholar, and see your sons video in a story about King David…. I’ve decided to write a scriptural connection with that story and your sons (from “Hi Ren”) When I am finished I would love to share it with you and your son first. But of coarse as, if this is ok with you and your son……. Thank you for your time….
Ren was diagnosed at 17 as bipolar and after 5 years they realised that he was suffering the effects of Lyme Disease, they'd misdiagnosed him and needlessly medicated him (watch "sick boi") ... 5 years later hes had Stem replacement therapy and is currently in Canada recieving further treatments and minor surgeries which his fans helped fundraise for... Hes over there for 3 to 6 months...
@@wastefulungratfuls I'm an ignorant American and don't know how that stuff works outside of the states. So forgive me for that. Out here they misdiagnosed something like that you probably got a lawsuit. But I could be wrong.
The lights flicker (are unsteady) when the dark side of REN is talking. The lights are steady when the light side is talking. Lots of symbolism here. Phenomenal.
And what I love is at the end they flicker when light / new ren is singing to close it out and it’s like the dark has been absorbed / accepted by the light just like he speaks about at the end
On September 4 2023 I was looking for a diy video on RUclips and your thumbnail for your reaction to Hi Ren popped up on my feed. I had never heard of Ren or you guys but your thumbnail intrigued me so I pushed play. I have been down the Ren rabbit hole ever since. I wanted to come back now to thank you for your reaction to that video and for introducing me to Ren. You unknowingly opened a whole new world to me. Hi Ren impacted me in a way that I don’t have the words to convey. I’m not sure I would’ve ever heard of Ren if it wasn’t for you two. I just wanted to let you know how very thankful I am for that. 💜🖤💜
'Sunglasses - you said 'no one wants to see a grown man cry.' WRONG. If Ren teaches us anything, it is that our human vulnerability and the truth of our feelings are the things that bring us together. Help crack open the dam that holds us back. x Much love from an old English lady.
It’s nice to see your emotions I don’t like when someone usually men playing big boys and then usually then their braking alone. Good people understand that everyone does cry and won’t judge and it’s not a shame. Only fakers will laugh. And immature people. I remember my dad wiped quietly his tears during movie, he was the one who was thought men don’t cry so he was hiding lol 😅 about music: I had psychosis and I heard voices so I so much relate to this music. You can’t imagine how hard is to know is illusion and illness but from other side him / me experienced unbelievable and unreal. I’ve seen it I’ve heard it I’ve experienced it. I took meds I’m okay and back to normality but no one will take me believe of awaking and that it is more out there than we see. I became after psychosis better person, more understanding, more polite etc. And I wish world and people would be nicer to each other and leave in peace as I believe this/you/me and our conscious will be forever and we all need to learn to leave with peace and respect. I was talking like Ren with voices and the worst was I knew inside me and said to doctors it’s not normal etc and there were surprise that I know it’s not real but still couldn’t unsee it. I hope he will get better one day.
Hey was actually rejoicing in the "old man crying", and the fact that they could come together emotionally, though of different age groups, due to Rens ability to affect them both similiarly. As the Beatles put it: Come together, right now. Over me!
I’m a 23 year old artist who manages complex ptsd, major depressive disorder, borderline, and several autoimmune diseases. Hi Ren didn’t just hit close to home for me. He summed up my purpose here on earth, which is the same as his. Beautiful soul. So grateful for his art. And this reaction! It’s lovely to see so many people of different ages and backgrounds be so positively affected. Much love! 😌
This is how powerful music should be. One vocal, one acoustic guitar and something to say. This puts to shame 99.9% of the crud that is released nowadays. Get well soon Ren.
I was thinking the same. I'm a 6'3, 280lb, shaved headed guy and cry every time i hear this. Each time, I get closer to full on weeping. Too many years of having emotions bottled can make it difficult to let go
Dear Brian, t' is a true man who sheds tears when he needs to. It's alright bruv, we all suffer from ocular incontinence sometimes, just goes to show you're a human being with a heart and soul. First, we are human, everything else comes after that fact.
Don't hide the tears. I've heard this song a few hundred times now, and I still can't make it through without choking up. This song is a release. A powerful release.
I can't get passed the line about being the voice that you hear when you loosen the noose on the rope with out tearing up. I know most if not all of us have lost friends / loved ones to suicide and all wished we could have been that voice of reason in their desperate time of need
48, male, southern US. Happened across it by accident when it premiered and it just shook me. I bawled like a baby. I was an instant fan. His whole body of work is stunning. I've watched every reaction video to his songs and watched them repeatedly on his channel. There's beauty here. And hope. The live version of Chalk Outlines w/ Chinchilla ought to be a massive hit. But he's sure to blow up like he deserves now.
This song is having an impact on a lot of people, my friend. Thank you for taking the time to share your comment, make it a great day, and thanks for watching our channel. - C -
I'm a man who refused to cry for most of my life. I want to be able to share my feelings but it's hard. So when a random song on RUclips reaches deep enough to pull out a few tears I know it's something special
As I lay in my own hospital room just as I came back from yet another procedure also in a foreign country , this hit me so hard, but at the same time, it gave me some peace. Peace and joy to all.
Thank you Dawn, and our thoughts and prayers are with you, my friend. Wishing you a speedy, and complete, recovery, and we appreciate you taking the time to watch our channel 🙏🏽💙. - C -
Ren worked a miracle: in a time of widespread division, he made countless people of different backgrounds and worldviews discover that they have something in common with everyone else. Ren will be talked about for a long time. And heaven only knows how many lives he will have saved with his music. (And Brad, there's no shame in having shed a tear listening to this. Most of us did.)
The timing of it all from his genius mathematical performance, to when the song was released, a miracle. I'm on board witj folks coming together because we deserve better then what this world is getting.
@@Wiley_CoyoteI can’t relate because I wasn’t around then but I am baffled, more so than I ever have been in my 31 years, by Ren. Totally moved by his music. Almost all other songs and bands are tiny to me now. Just the real vibe. Idk how to explain it.
I’m a 49 year old woman with ptsd, autoimmunity (Graves’ disease) bi polar and psychosis as well, first time I heard this song was about three years ago, I cried like a baby. I even shared it with my therapist. Since then I’ve shared it many times with friends and family. I have since listened to most of his other stuff, im a huge fan of blues so although he does some rap, the blues he does made me melt it’s so good. This guy, hands down is a genius.
I heard this walking to work on Venice Blvd and had to pause it afraid some stranger would see how much it moved me. It’s seems at every moment that he is so abundant, so spontaneous, so daring in his passion, so full of surprise, that his work will never be in need of defense. He writes from life itself, not above it, and that’s why we’ll give him our love.
That was well said John. Thank you!! I grew up in West Los Angeles near Venice/Fairfax. Thank you for taking the time to watch our channel and make it a great day. - C -
When I first started watching this young man I thought: This is weird.....but as it went on, I went into a trance....This young man is in a category of his own. An artistic, genius...I am so happy I got to experience him!
I'm 66 years old and have spent most of my life in creative pursuits while trying to work and raise a family. I stumbled on Hi Ren and, like many others, was stunned by the performance, presentation, and the depth of the whole piece. This is high ART in every sense. I take great joy in watching all the reactions of folks seeing it for the first time. It gives me a renewed hope for humanity, and God, I sure need it.
Thank you Ren...this is the first time I have thought that maybe there's a chance to find the other side of this physical pain...and maybe there are answers. You have no idea how much I needed to hear that someone had love for someone like me. You are a blessing. You are appreciated and loved. Again, Thank you, Ren.
nobody should feel ashamed to cry at that; if there's anything a human should be moved by, it's this kind of profoundly honest display of beauty. i'm a big, bearded, 46yo myself, and this song wrecked me. LOVE
No shame in crying, it’s a extraordinary emotional song. I must have listened to this song a hundred times and I cry every time! When he sings “I was made by his hand, its all part of the plan that I stand on my own two feet.” And then he stands up! ❤😢❤
For me it's that moment when he finally looks right at the camera, after he regains control from the Dark Ren's diatribe, when he talks about night having a dawn.
You don't have to be ashamed of crying. Even if you're a big tough man. I cry every time I hear this song. That's what Ren wants to tell us. We are human and that includes feelings. So next time without glasses ;) Greetings from Austria
Most of Ren's music is live. It's a bit like musical theater and needs to be fully experienced. He is a master storyteller, different storylines with their own characters sounds and feels. His music will take you down a deep but wonderful Rabbit Hole.
Modern Opera... You are in an experience in which you are a part of the story in your response to it. It's life, it's tragedy, it's hope, it's pain, it's art... As he said, it's a dance.
"So cower at the man I've become, when I sing from the top of my lungs." might be my favorite line in this epic song. Gives me the chills every time I hear it! And don't you dare be ashamed of crying... Truly good music can do that to you.
Nothing wrong with weeping dude. I'm now eighty years old and I defy anyone to watch this and not recognise something about their own feelings at different times in life that brings tears. Kudos to you for showing that we all have vulnerable moments.
I personally LOVE to see an old man cry, especially when it is over something as beautiful and authentic as this song. Thanks for the reaction! Looking forward to more Ren reactions!
Thank you for taking the time to watch our channel Shannon. Also, on a personal note, I want to thank you for acknowledging Brian as the “old man“ he really is because sometimes he forgets 😉😂. Thank you again, and make it an awesome day! - C -
My father never showed emotion and considered it weakness. I've spent my whole life with ptsd adhd anxiety and depression. I learned to shut down my feelings to protect myself. I'm also an "empath" so it was killing me inside and addiction followed. Sober 15 years and married and have a son. True courage is showing weakness. It's fighting when you are terrified. Share those emotions with your loved ones.
Every single one of us has had the conversation Ren is having right here, but I would never have the courage to openly talk about it the way he is. I'm too much of a coward and I know it. We all have self-doubt. We all have that paralyzing fear of failure. I especially love the part near the end where he stands up. GREAT reaction guys and thanks to Ren for starting a conversation we all need to have. 🎶💖🙏🏼😎🤗🤗
You’re not a coward. Ren has dug deep and used his gift of song and language to give many of us chills. His truth is similar to many of us. You are not a coward.
Ren is a genius, a bard of our time. I cry so much every time I hear this song, and I've heard it hundreds of times. He stands above me, he is the voice that made me loosen the noose on the rope. It hurts so much.
He is playing live...a brilliant composer musician singer and remarkable kind human being xxx Ren is in Calgary Canada right now having hopefully found treatment for Lyme Disease and needs donations to help pay for that. His music is glorious and he is worthy of all love and support. He has a channel to update on his progress.
Thank you for the reaction video. Ren is in Canada now seeing a new specialist. He also suffers from lyme disease. It's nasty. I got sick in 2014 and have not been OK since. But I'm older. It sucks but I had a life. Breaks my heart when I hear of young people suffering from this misdiagnosed and poorly understood disease. Thank you for supporting @RenMakesMusic ❤
Good morning Cedric and Brian. I'm with you, Brian. I'm sitting here crying. If we don't fight it and learn from each lesson, we move on to the next lesson. If we don't, we repeat it over and over. Great video. Have a great week.
Great reaction. After hearing this song at least 30 times, mostly through reaction videos, it still brings tears to my 52 year old eyes. I hate that society has taught men that shedding tears is a sign of weakness. I think those tears show emotional integrity. In order to normalize this integrity I encourage men (and women) to not hide those emotions.
I totally agree. We should be teaching young people that it is healthy and completely normal to have a human reaction to a sad or tragic event. If you’re not reacting, perhaps there’s something wrong.
12:07 Please don't ever be ashamed of your emotion. It is your strength, it is your reminder that we are all human. We all carry burdens and music is like a knife that can cut through our defenses, but sometimes those walls need to come down. Great video, thank you for sharing yourselves with us.
As someone who has worked in a Psychiatric Hospital for the last 15 yrs, this really speaks to me. It has given me a deeper insight into the inner struggle that pts with psychosis must deal with. I can relate and I don't have audible inner voices, so I can only imagine how much turmoil not trusting your own mind must feel. Thank you Ren and thank you Cedric and Brian.
Mental health and physical health are kinda tied together.anyone who suffers from chronic pain usually suffer mentally.and anyone who has mental issues can suffer physically,this song hit home and it hit home hard.everything about this song is genius
I have lived with severe mental illness my whole life. This song resonates with me on a level it is hard to express. I too am an artist, but I have never been able to shut down that psychotic part of me. I had to learn how to live in my own darkness or die in the light. I wish Ren the best.
Ren suffers with mental health and this song was recorded live and done in one take, the alternatinting cameras make it look edited, I have performed at an event Ren was at 5yrs ago and was lucky to meet him and what a amazing gentleman he is ❤ a musical genius
I know this was from over a year ago but I love "HI REN" reaction videos. This was performed live, with a multi camera shoot, in one take. It took four tries to nail it but obviously he did...quite well. Good stuff, guys. 💪👊
Longtime Ren Stan, and I am more than delighted to see him finally get the love he deserves. 🥰 The world has been sleeping on this man for loooong enough. Thanks for the upload 👌
Suffering for 10 years of agony - physically and emotionally - and Ren is currently in Calgary receiving treatment for Lyme disease (which was only recently diagnosed correctly) by the top specialists there! ❤
I'm 45 and have struggled with that inner voice for most of my life, as well. Ren does such a good job at shining a light on that for others to see and relate to. Every time I see it, it moves me like it did for Brian. Thank you for this. And Brian? I think the world needs to see more grown men crying. Keep those sunglasses off! There's power in vulnerability.
For people who dont know, Ren played this live in the room and he did it in one take. This guy is an absolute artist. I've now watched so many reaction videos. I love how this is going to help so many people. It is Lyme disease that he has got btw.
I have not heard this before. (Nor, him) We all fight our inner demons, telling us we're not good enough, that there is nothing left out there for us, but like this song, we rise. This was Epic. Big hugs, Brian. I feel your emotion to this piece. His last words, "We should not be so hard on ourselves." No truer words. Great reaction. Loved this.
I've seen dozens of reactions to this song and I have barely seen anyone who got through without tears. You don't need to be ashamed that real art makes you feel things. You won't be less of a man because of this, just more of a human
@CedricandBrian REN is 33 years old. And he suffered from Lyme Disease that kept getting misdiagnosed. But by the time they caught it, it left him sick with autoimmune disorders and he will always be sick. I love this song! And I love Ren's music. This song is live and was done in 1 take! Amazing man!
As always, geat reaction. "Hi Ren" is the song that put Ren on everyone's radar over the past month; it went viral and garnered more than 2 million views in a couple of weeks, but he has been creating great music for more than 10 years. His latest release, "Sick Boi," is almost another chapter to "Hi Ren." I am 57 y/o, and I only recently learned about Ren and have gone down this rabbit hole ever since. Many of the subjects, experiences, and emotions expressed in his songs touch me on a very personal level because I can relate to and identify with many of his struggles. A little more background on Ren that I gathered from the internet. Ren pursued a career in music from an early age. In 2009, while studying music performance at Bath Spa University, he began to experience health issues and was struggling to attend his lectures. In 2010, he was signed by Sony Records and was working on an album when his health deteriorated to the point where he was unable to continue. His illness often kept him in bed for up to 23 hours a day. Ren was initially diagnosed with depression, bipolar disorder, and chronic fatigue syndrome. It would take seven years before he was finally correctly diagnosed with autoimmunity, Lyme disease, and brain damage. Ren eventually underwent stem cell therapy in the United States, which improved his health, but it has not been a cure. He is currently in Canada for more treatments. Ren is an incredible and unique artist; he plays multiple instruments, has great vocal ability, is an excellent storyteller, and is quite the philosopher and poet. From what I read, his videos are generally shot live, all in one take by his friend. I recommend you check out some of his other work. The trilogy "The Tale of Jenny/Screech/Violet" is haunting and has an unexpected ending; WATCH THEM IN THE STATED ORDER, as this is the flow of the storyline or just watch “The Tale of Jenny & Screech (Full)” which includes “Violet’s Tale at the end. It is another example of Ren’s genius and a master’s class in storytelling. Ren’s collaborations with Chinchilla (“Chalk Outlines,” “How to Be Me”) are beautiful and showcase his singing voice while addressing mental health. I would watch the official live music video. "Chalk Outlines" is one of my favorite songs right now. Ren's personal reflections are threaded through many of his songs; "Insomnia," "Depression," “Diazepam," “Penitence,” “Dear God,” “Heretic,” “Dominos,” his "Freckled Angels" album, just to name a few, all deserve a listen. His song "Money Game" (Part I & II) is another recommendation. As a solo act, Ren performs a range of genres, much of it hip-hop/rap influenced, as well as guitar-based ballads. His performances with Sam Tompkins (“Blind Eyed,” “Earned it /Mans World / Falling”), Eden Nash (“Humble,” “Ocean”), Bibi (“Crutch,” “Ahiahiaoha”), Molly McKinna (“Penitence”), his former bandmate, Romain Axisa (“French Song”) and any of his performances as a member of the band "The Big Push" (which unfortunately broke up) are awesome and well worth checking out, both the busking (street performances) and their live recordings. Ren has impressive vocal and instrumental skills. He is one-of-a-kind and appears mature beyond his years. Ren just released his latest single, “Sick Boi.” In anticipation of his stay in Canada for more treatments, Ren prepared some music ahead of time to be released over the next 3-6 months that he expects to be gone. "Sick Boi" is almost another chapter to "Hi Ren."
Hi Jens! Been thinking I haven’t seen any comments from you lately. Maybe you think you’re not needed now? But it would be lovely to hear from you every now and again! Hope you are ok. Best wishes from a fellow Renegade x
@@analisasmith7927Hello, Analisa. Thank you for your kind words. I hope you and yours are well. I have been leaving comments on every "Hi Ren" reaction I can find every day. At first, YT blocked or removed my longer, in-depth comments but still allowed for my basic introduction comment. As of last week, any comment I leave is being removed as soon as I post it. I just went back to check on several "Hi Ren" reactions I had covered, and my comments are all gone. It is unfortunate, but there is nothing I can do about it. Have a blessed day, my friend.
I consider myself fairly affluent musically, and this masterpiece gentlemen is one of greatest pieces of art that I've ever been lucky enough to see, hear, and feel.
Yes, this was done in one take! I'm 64yrs old, and have been playing music since I was 5yrs old, from classical to classic rock and blues. I have a vast taste in music and this is one of the most powerful pieces I have ever seen. I just discovered Ren and am so taken by him! I cried the first I saw this, also. Thanks for a great reaction!
The Ren 'rabbit hole' is so worth the journey. The 'Trilogy' mentioned by others is a must, Money Game pt1&2, colabs with Sam Tompkins (Blind Eyed live), Chinchilla (Chalk Outlines), Eden Nash (Humble) or when he played with The Big Push (Lonely Boy, War Pigs)
Thank you for those recommendations, my friend, and we are looking forward to seeing what going down the Ren rabbit hole brings us. As far as the trilogy is concerned, stay subscribed to our channel and stay tuned for Thursday’s video. - C -
Great reaction guys! I was diagnosed with my first autoimmune immune disease before I entered Kindergarten. I’m 61 now and know the dance of chronic pain well. This song brings it ALL to life for me. I see the pig mask and come away with this - the disease was the monster that put him in that room, but it was his mind that kept him there.
Hi, I'm 62 & only discovered Ren a couple of weeks ago. He is performing live in this video. Ren was misdiagnosed when he was younger. Due to this, he suffered psychosis, autoimmunity & depression. Doctors eventually diagnosed him with Lime disease!! The amount of medication he had to take daily caused him to rattle as he walked down the street! 😂. A very talented young man who will go down in music history, of that I'm sure. Tiocfaidh ar la. M.F.McCorriston U.K 🍀🏴🇮🇪🙏🇮🇪🏴🍀
Wow, of all the reactions to Hi Ren that I've seen, yall got it right - right from the start. I have a darkness in me, had it all my life and will have it til the end. The parts where the lights are flickering represents the darkness, come to envelop him and suck him into the pit. But he's strong this time and comes out on top. The eternal dance with the darkness (for me: chronic Major Depression, PTSD, and autoimmune disorders) - perfection. I, too, am learning to relax so I can dance. I will come out of my darkness. Thank you, Ren ❤️
Try Ren - Sick Boi, The Tale of Jenny and Screech (full) it's a trilogy best watched as one piece. After that be prepared to jump down the Ren rabbit hole. This young man is so relatable, honest. He's been around for a while. He does covers, busking vids with Sam Tomkinson and The Big Push.
Ren is a magically talented artist. This is the struggle we go through when faced with a debilitating disease. He was bit by a tick and got Lyme disease. And had been battling for at least a decade. He turned to music as a way of healing. Ren plays multiple instruments, raps, sings, composes and has appeared on other artists projects. He was actually signed to a label and like Nova was dropped. Thank God for the label dropping him as he can now make hits like this one to tell his story. More songs to check out: The Tale of Jenny, Screech and Violet. It's a trilogy all done in one video. Sick Boy Chalk Outlines (featuring Chinchilla, bring sunglasses Brian) Humble Money game pt 2 Great reaction guys.
Brian, so sad you had to feel you needed to hide your emotion, to this incredible piece of art. A very strong song and story for many of us. Have no fear and show your tears and reaction proudly man.......
I'm right there with ya bro! I have never been touched by a song before. 48 years old and when hope began I was ready to weep. Now I have had to watch his entire catalog and everybody's reaction. Good job guys.
I can’t say it enough, but I didn’t know what to expect when we started reacting to the song. I agree with you wholeheartedly when you say “song of the year.“ Thank you for watching our channel. - C -
Dude! You are my spirit animal. I cried for an hour after hearing this for the first time. Music affects me in all kinds of ways - goosebumps, crying, joy, dancing, the whole lot!
Im 52 I randomly found REN last year and cant believe his talent, and his message. You should watch his other stuff, its all amazing, Chalk Outlines and the 3 Part violet and screech story is just... Wow
I love reaction videos where I feel like the people making them have absorbed just as much information as I did when I first watched them. At the beginning where he’s playing guitar and you clocked that he was playing live and he had a mic on, immediately I thought.. ‘OH THIS IS GONNA BE A GOOD REACT’ and it was! So thank you guys, you’ve got a subscribe from me!
Thanks for doing Ren guys! I’ve been a fan of him for a couple years and now checking out all his reactions. I’m so pleased for Ren. Respect from 🇬🇧 I’ve subscribed to you as loved your reaction 👌
I only discovered Ren Today about an hour ago and I have to say, Hes a Modern Storytelling street Bard. This song gave me chills and inspiration at the same time.
Im john from Ireland 🇮🇪 and suffering ptsd from been abused as a child and switch personally and totally understand and relate to this song like hes singing about my whole life ...😢
i was happy to see that you have "please share" in the description. I am trying to watch every reaction to this, supporting his message and passing respect wherever I can. We all have demons and angels in our heads. Thank you for sharing.
Loved your reaction, right there with you brothers. Truth and Genius. Ren is a bard a modern minstrel and this masterpiece of his resonates with all of us and deserves to be heard by all especially in this day and age. Respect to you both and Ren from down under Australia.
Thank you for that insightful comment!! Ren is an incredible artist, and we appreciate you taking the time to watch our channel. Please say hello to all of our brothers and sisters down there and Australia, my friend, and make it a great day. - C -
Brian, bro... I'm 56, USMC combat veteran and I got so into this song, I cried like a baby. There is NOTHING to be ashamed of. This song is soooo deep. I actually had to take a break for several months before I could come back to this song, as it touched me so much.
We definitely need to teach our sons and young men that is absolutely normal to respond with crying when it comes to something extremely sad. To push down emotions is to punish oneself down and even cause mental pain, and anguish that can lead you down some dark path. You can be a “strong man“ and still cry. I’m sick and tired of men taking pride in not crying, even at a funeral. It’s very sad in a way because it’s not weakness. It’s a normal response to a sad event.
Thanks for watching! If you are like me, this inspires me to want to write and play more. Here is one way to improve. Check it out: bit.ly/40ofvoO
Dear Cedric and Brian...have a listen to "Power" which reveals another side to his character, and the haunting "Chalk Outlines" with Chinchilla
Any autoimmune disease does do this to you daily. You take everyday and sometimes minute by minute. Myself have struggled but after accepting Jesus Christ I learned better to cope and indeed you do get a lot stronger even through the suffering because you just open up The Sword and learn how to make those voices, self doubt and everything else goes away when you speak those words out of The Bible because indeed those words ARE A TRUE SWORD AGAINST THE ENEMY! Music I have always had to have and now It’s so different as far as perspective because I learned that when I Praise my Lord and Saviour and sing out God also gives me breath to breathe even when my O2 has been struggling moments before so the most important is to sell out to Jesus! Dance with Jesus Daily!
A 55.yr old who concurs completely 👍
Sick boi?
Love Tom MacDonald & Ren ♥️🎶♥️
43yr old man.. I've listened to this song about a hundred times..watched every single reaction video...i feel it in my soul.. I cry everytime
Same here, brother. Turning 43 in two weeks myself. The only other songs that hit me this hard are the Shaun Davey's rendition of The Parting Glass and Andy Cizek's Sumerian Vocal Audition (both are on RUclips.)
The song reminds me of this quote from Way of the Peaceful Warrior:
"The peaceful warrior's way is not about invulnerability, but absolute vulnerability--to the world, to life, and to the Presence you felt. All along I've shown you by example that a warrior's life is not about imagined perfection or victory; it is about love. Love is a warrior's sword; wherever it cuts, it gives life, not death."
55 year old . . Me too, WTF. This and Chalk Outlines live.
Me too man...42 and this hits equally deep every time i listen to it. That lad is a genius!
Are we now officially Renheads?
Exactly the same here. I cry every time, but I can't stop watching. Anyone else here know every single word by now?
‘No one wants to see an old man crying’. Wrong! We respect that! How uplifting to see that we share the pain and beauty of life together!
Thank you, my friend, that is truly appreciated. Thank you for taking the time to watch our channel. - C -
Come on man, that was beautiful. Emotions are beautiful. Your sincerity is much appreciated.
“I must not forget. You must not forget. That we are human beings.”
Thank you guys! Great reaction video!
I’m going to be 29 this year and I always get embarrassed by how emotional I get. The sunglasses are a good idea, I need to invest in a pair. Glad to see the tears
Frankly, If this song does not choke you up, a bit then either You were not listening, or, You do not posses empathy for other Huma Beings.
Agreed, I have cried my heart out, on repeat. Ren is a proof that geniuses do not belong to any generation, they are before and in front of their time. Love this! Keep crying, keep laughing, we are human beings, remember :)
Ren was signed to a major label. A week later he got super sick and was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease and was treated for it. The treatment was torture for TEN YEARS.. it made his sicker and with that pain, the psychosis set in.. more meds... A cycle that would only be stopped when he was referred to another doctor and was told he had late stage lyme disease and the previous diagnosis was not right. Ren is healing and his ten year torture only served to make him strong and through his pain and suffering has written many great songs. He is totally independent now and wants to stay that way. This video cost him a grand to make.
Good description thanks for leaving out the drama
Thanks for info did not no
I'm going thru psychosis myself and I've found it hard but staying strong is the main key along with having even a little faith in god xx
@@macey-leefisher6862keep strong and I wish you the best
Ren is PRICELESS. A gift to our world. ❤️ love him mucho.
Homeboy tells an entire hero’s journey in a song. He’s incredible.
He’s incredible indeed!! Thank you for watching our channel my friend. - C -
14 years of not crying.
My parents would beat me so much that I lost that special human ability to cry. When I was adopted, I blocked out all of that and forgot it all like it never happened.
After being shown this song at work, a flip of a switch inside my head opened up all those memories. I was so scared I hid in the corner crying, and my boss and friends tried getting me out. An ambulance took me to the hospital.
I'm stuck with these memories of being dragged out of bed at night to be beaten because they were bored.
Having a knife on my neck because they were high or drunk.
Being hit with a bat on my back.
Putting my head underwater in the bathtub for a laugh while I fight for air.
Having one of their friends do stuff to me for drugs.
Having a dog growl at me trying to bite.
Being forced to do drugs and drink alcohol.
Being forced to hold my pee so they can laugh when i wet my pants.
Pushed against the walls and ground for amusement.
And so much more.
What I would do was hide in a corner holding in my tears and holding my hands against my mouth so I wouldn't make any noise and get caught.
A memory was when I was taken from the house the cop carrying me was crying and in the ambulance the emt started crying I went to sleep after or i guess passed out.
The scars my adopted parents told me they were from accidents from riding my bike and falling off trees when i was a kid. I truly believed they were my actual parents when i was a kid and believed it all, and to me, they are my parents.
I start work again in a week. I'm so glad they are so supportive.
Listening to this song again from other perspectives shines a light on who I am now. My friends and family who loves me just makes me happy cry, and I'm just so happy. Those memories might be with me, but this song just makes me happy,sad, and full of hope.
I love my family and friends. Without their support I would've totally lost it and those memories would've been the end of me.
This is a powerful song.
Thank you for sharing, good luck with your recovery and it's a virtual hug from me.
Sharing your story is brave. Thank you. Wish you good recovery and so much love in your life. A hug from here, too.
❤ hugs from me, too.
❤😢❤🙏 Godspeed
Sending you all the love and wishing you all the best in your journey forward. Ren is so powerful with his words, everytike I listen to this song, I cry, not so much now because I'm sad, but because of the hope. Sending you a huge virtual hug, what you've been through is absolutely abhorrent and you are such a warrior for getting through. ❤
Ren has given this 60 year old bloke faith in something id given up on. A new artist who actually gives chills, excitement, naturally talented, emotionally open, just raw catchy art. Wishing Ren all the best while he's in hospital.
That was well articulated my friend!! Yes, I believe Ren is a once in a lifetime, generational talent, and we are looking forward to listening to his other songs. Keep the faith, my friend, and thank you for watching our channel. - C -
@@CedricandBrian as another reply suggested, you should definitely go with the tale of Jenny and Screech, it's in three parts (jenny, screech, violet) and there's a video that has them all in one and it's like about 13mins.
Jon, we meet again! Im glad that you found Ren and you continue to find faith!
Give NF a listen as well 👌
Prophets come in many forms. Good luck bloke
What I love about the reactions are that many of them come from men and women, like me, in our later years. I also have the added deep pleasure and pride in being Ren's dad. Thanks guys, lovely work and authenticity
Watching all these wonderful reactions, you have every right to be so proud of Ren. He is finally getting the recognition he deserves.
Wish him all the best, Mr Gill he is an incredibly talented artist.
Hello, I’m writing this because I think his art has hit something that people have forgotten……..we are mortal….
As a Jew, who was a Christian…..I appreciate this moment……..I believe this is a beginning of a bridge fixing a gap……music has been change……however, this is a jump of a change…..
Jeremiah 16:20
Can man make gods? They are not gods themselves!
Simply beautiful
@@Pverb623 Hi Thorne, There’s a profound depth in Jewish humanities and also a courage to stand up for what you believe in. My father in law is John Schlapobersky. A uniquely creative man whose whole life has been based on speaking out. (Look him up) another respected orator!
@@martingilluk1
I thought I replied again….? It seems to of disappeared…lol
I looked up Mr. Schlapobersky…..thank you…….and will look more into him.
I am a Jewish scholar, and see your sons video in a story about King David…. I’ve decided to write a scriptural connection with that story and your sons (from “Hi Ren”)
When I am finished I would love to share it with you and your son first.
But of coarse as, if this is ok with you and your son…….
Thank you for your time….
Ren was diagnosed at 17 as bipolar and after 5 years they realised that he was suffering the effects of Lyme Disease, they'd misdiagnosed him and needlessly medicated him (watch "sick boi") ... 5 years later hes had Stem replacement therapy and is currently in Canada recieving further treatments and minor surgeries which his fans helped fundraise for... Hes over there for 3 to 6 months...
I mean that's gotta be a lawsuit too right?
Wow, I wonder where is Canada.
@@IslandGirl755 hes in Calgary
@@mcflyjp people don't tend to sue the NHS...
@@wastefulungratfuls I'm an ignorant American and don't know how that stuff works outside of the states. So forgive me for that. Out here they misdiagnosed something like that you probably got a lawsuit. But I could be wrong.
The lights flicker (are unsteady) when the dark side of REN is talking. The lights are steady when the light side is talking. Lots of symbolism here. Phenomenal.
Genius! 👍🏾. - C -
And what I love is at the end they flicker when light / new ren is singing to close it out and it’s like the dark has been absorbed / accepted by the light just like he speaks about at the end
On September 4 2023 I was looking for a diy video on RUclips and your thumbnail for your reaction to Hi Ren popped up on my feed. I had never heard of Ren or you guys but your thumbnail intrigued me so I pushed play. I have been down the Ren rabbit hole ever since.
I wanted to come back now to thank you for your reaction to that video and for introducing me to Ren. You unknowingly opened a whole new world to me. Hi Ren impacted me in a way that I don’t have the words to convey. I’m not sure I would’ve ever heard of Ren if it wasn’t for you two. I just wanted to let you know how very thankful I am for that. 💜🖤💜
'Sunglasses - you said 'no one wants to see a grown man cry.' WRONG. If Ren teaches us anything, it is that our human vulnerability and the truth of our feelings are the things that bring us together. Help crack open the dam that holds us back. x Much love from an old English lady.
It’s nice to see your emotions I don’t like when someone usually men playing big boys and then usually then their braking alone. Good people understand that everyone does cry and won’t judge and it’s not a shame. Only fakers will laugh. And immature people. I remember my dad wiped quietly his tears during movie, he was the one who was thought men don’t cry so he was hiding lol 😅 about music: I had psychosis and I heard voices so I so much relate to this music. You can’t imagine how hard is to know is illusion and illness but from other side him / me experienced unbelievable and unreal. I’ve seen it I’ve heard it I’ve experienced it. I took meds I’m okay and back to normality but no one will take me believe of awaking and that it is more out there than we see. I became after psychosis better person, more understanding, more polite etc. And I wish world and people would be nicer to each other and leave in peace as I believe this/you/me and our conscious will be forever and we all need to learn to leave with peace and respect. I was talking like Ren with voices and the worst was I knew inside me and said to doctors it’s not normal etc and there were surprise that I know it’s not real but still couldn’t unsee it. I hope he will get better one day.
You say “no one wants to see an old man cry” but remember the people come for raw reactions. Have no shame in your emotions
Hey was actually rejoicing in the "old man crying", and the fact that they could come together emotionally, though of different age groups, due to Rens ability to affect them both similiarly.
As the Beatles put it:
Come together, right now.
Over me!
You’ve got to kill you if you want to kill me. 😢 that line cuts to the bone. Such a clever, beautifully dark and light. Stunning I’m speechless.
it hits us all that way Brian. especially when he stands up..on his own two feet.. we all fall in love at that moment. welcome to the club guy...
I’m a 23 year old artist who manages complex ptsd, major depressive disorder, borderline, and several autoimmune diseases. Hi Ren didn’t just hit close to home for me. He summed up my purpose here on earth, which is the same as his. Beautiful soul. So grateful for his art. And this reaction! It’s lovely to see so many people of different ages and backgrounds be so positively affected. Much love! 😌
❤
43 year old with several auto immune diseases. This kid is truly a voice for some seriously broken and complicated souls! He’s an amazing human!
Lyme disease he had of it but was misdiagnosed with a mental illness 🦠
FYI, that “kid” is actually 33! (He has stayed youthful, hasn’t he!?)
I’m right there with you on the autoimmune ship. He inspires for sure. ❤❤❤
This is how powerful music should be. One vocal, one acoustic guitar and something to say. This puts to shame 99.9% of the crud that is released nowadays. Get well soon Ren.
Brian do NOT be ashamed for crying! Shows you’re human. Makes viewers connect and love what you and Cedric do! 🖤💪🏽🤙🏽
True that. Tears show us who we really are. Everyone should cry every now and then.❤
I was thinking the same. I'm a 6'3, 280lb, shaved headed guy and cry every time i hear this. Each time, I get closer to full on weeping. Too many years of having emotions bottled can make it difficult to let go
Cry men... it's ok... more than ok.
He’s the wisest spiritual musician in the world at this time he is so NEEDED as he has my own path & purpose!
Dear Brian, t' is a true man who sheds tears when he needs to.
It's alright bruv, we all suffer from ocular incontinence sometimes, just goes to show you're a human being with a heart and soul.
First, we are human, everything else comes after that fact.
Don't hide the tears. I've heard this song a few hundred times now, and I still can't make it through without choking up. This song is a release. A powerful release.
Yes, this. Please don’t hide the tears. They are a powerful tool. Tears are such an important form of expression…an art in a way.
Same here !
That’s right, a powerful release that is necessary for the planet The timing of this is no accident!
💯
I can't get passed the line about being the voice that you hear when you loosen the noose on the rope with out tearing up. I know most if not all of us have lost friends / loved ones to suicide and all wished we could have been that voice of reason in their desperate time of need
" Self doubt comes in a whisper" write that down you killed it.
48, male, southern US. Happened across it by accident when it premiered and it just shook me. I bawled like a baby. I was an instant fan. His whole body of work is stunning. I've watched every reaction video to his songs and watched them repeatedly on his channel. There's beauty here. And hope. The live version of Chalk Outlines w/ Chinchilla ought to be a massive hit. But he's sure to blow up like he deserves now.
This song is having an impact on a lot of people, my friend. Thank you for taking the time to share your comment, make it a great day, and thanks for watching our channel. - C -
53, male, Northern England. Same bro, same.
@@CedricandBrian Dear Cedric and Brian have a listen to "Power" which reveals another side to his character and "Chalk Outlines" with Chinchilla x
Soon to be 64 from Southern US too. Loving Ren. He’s given me hope.
I'm a man who refused to cry for most of my life. I want to be able to share my feelings but it's hard. So when a random song on RUclips reaches deep enough to pull out a few tears I know it's something special
As I lay in my own hospital room just as I came back from yet another procedure also in a foreign country , this hit me so hard, but at the same time, it gave me some peace.
Peace and joy to all.
Thank you Dawn, and our thoughts and prayers are with you, my friend. Wishing you a speedy, and complete, recovery, and we appreciate you taking the time to watch our channel 🙏🏽💙. - C -
❤
I'm 61 years old and I've watched over 200 reactions to this song.... I cry every time.... Prayers up guys ❤️🙏
Ren worked a miracle: in a time of widespread division, he made countless people of different backgrounds and worldviews discover that they have something in common with everyone else.
Ren will be talked about for a long time. And heaven only knows how many lives he will have saved with his music.
(And Brad, there's no shame in having shed a tear listening to this. Most of us did.)
The timing of it all from his genius mathematical performance, to when the song was released, a miracle. I'm on board witj folks coming together because we deserve better then what this world is getting.
he's A healer
I cry each time i see this…I am 51 year old male. Let your tears show, we got you.
👍🏾😢. - C -
Overnight, it's become obvious to me that Ren is one of the most vital voices in contemporary art. This is a watershed moment.
You said it right. I am so excited and happy for him and for us 💗
To me it's like the first time, in the 60s, when people first heard Bob Dylan.
@@Wiley_CoyoteI can’t relate because I wasn’t around then but I am baffled, more so than I ever have been in my 31 years, by Ren. Totally moved by his music. Almost all other songs and bands are tiny to me now. Just the real vibe. Idk how to explain it.
I’m a 49 year old woman with ptsd, autoimmunity (Graves’ disease) bi polar and psychosis as well, first time I heard this song was about three years ago, I cried like a baby. I even shared it with my therapist. Since then I’ve shared it many times with friends and family. I have since listened to most of his other stuff, im a huge fan of blues so although he does some rap, the blues he does made me melt it’s so good. This guy, hands down is a genius.
I heard this walking to work on Venice Blvd and had to pause it afraid some stranger would see how much it moved me. It’s seems at every moment that he is so abundant, so spontaneous, so daring in his passion, so full of surprise, that his work will never be in need of defense. He writes from life itself, not above it, and that’s why we’ll give him our love.
That was well said John. Thank you!! I grew up in West Los Angeles near Venice/Fairfax. Thank you for taking the time to watch our channel and make it a great day. - C -
When I first started watching this young man I thought: This is weird.....but as it went on, I went into a trance....This young man is in a category of his own. An artistic, genius...I am so happy I got to experience him!
I'm 66 years old and have spent most of my life in creative pursuits while trying to work and raise a family. I stumbled on Hi Ren and, like many others, was stunned by the performance, presentation, and the depth of the whole piece. This is high ART in every sense. I take great joy in watching all the reactions of folks seeing it for the first time. It gives me a renewed hope for humanity, and God, I sure need it.
Welcome to the Ren rabbit hole. You have a hell of a journey ahead of you. Enjoy!
PS It was live and one take.
Thank you Ren...this is the first time I have thought that maybe there's a chance to find the other side of this physical pain...and maybe there are answers. You have no idea how much I needed to hear that someone had love for someone like me. You are a blessing. You are appreciated and loved. Again, Thank you, Ren.
nobody should feel ashamed to cry at that; if there's anything a human should be moved by, it's this kind of profoundly honest display of beauty. i'm a big, bearded, 46yo myself, and this song wrecked me. LOVE
No shame in crying, it’s a extraordinary emotional song. I must have listened to this song a hundred times and I cry every time!
When he sings “I was made by his hand, its all part of the plan that I stand on my own two feet.” And then he stands up! ❤😢❤
Exactly, that's also the moment that is too powerful and too emotional for me...
For me it's that moment when he finally looks right at the camera, after he regains control from the Dark Ren's diatribe, when he talks about night having a dawn.
You don't have to be ashamed of crying. Even if you're a big tough man. I cry every time I hear this song. That's what Ren wants to tell us. We are human and that includes feelings. So next time without glasses ;)
Greetings from Austria
Most of Ren's music is live. It's a bit like musical theater and needs to be fully experienced. He is a master storyteller, different storylines with their own characters sounds and feels. His music will take you down a deep but wonderful Rabbit Hole.
Modern Opera... You are in an experience in which you are a part of the story in your response to it. It's life, it's tragedy, it's hope, it's pain, it's art... As he said, it's a dance.
Live just down the road in Lewes and gutted that I missed the chance to see him when he was a Brighton 'secret'!
Yes...the Ren Rabbit Hole
Hes been here in the UK! busking for yrs first that was as sam and ren
"So cower at the man I've become, when I sing from the top of my lungs." might be my favorite line in this epic song. Gives me the chills every time I hear it! And don't you dare be ashamed of crying... Truly good music can do that to you.
I know! The power and the passion in his voice gives me chills every time.
Nothing wrong with weeping dude. I'm now eighty years old and I defy anyone to watch this and not recognise something about their own feelings at different times in life that brings tears. Kudos to you for showing that we all have vulnerable moments.
🥺 Thank you so much for watching our video Peter, and admitting the impact that Rens music has on all of us 🙏🏽.
- C -
I personally LOVE to see an old man cry, especially when it is over something as beautiful and authentic as this song. Thanks for the reaction! Looking forward to more Ren reactions!
Thank you for taking the time to watch our channel Shannon. Also, on a personal note, I want to thank you for acknowledging Brian as the “old man“ he really is because sometimes he forgets 😉😂. Thank you again, and make it an awesome day! - C -
My father never showed emotion and considered it weakness. I've spent my whole life with ptsd adhd anxiety and depression. I learned to shut down my feelings to protect myself.
I'm also an "empath" so it was killing me inside and addiction followed. Sober 15 years and married and have a son. True courage is showing weakness. It's fighting when you are terrified.
Share those emotions with your loved ones.
If this song doesn't hit you right in the feels, you have no soul. What an amazing gift!
Every single one of us has had the conversation Ren is having right here, but I would never have the courage to openly talk about it the way he is. I'm too much of a coward and I know it. We all have self-doubt. We all have that paralyzing fear of failure. I especially love the part near the end where he stands up. GREAT reaction guys and thanks to Ren for starting a conversation we all need to have. 🎶💖🙏🏼😎🤗🤗
O
its smart, all he does is stand up out of a chair and it's crazy powerful
You’re not a coward. Ren has dug deep and used his gift of song and language to give many of us chills. His truth is similar to many of us. You are not a coward.
@@CumulusSkies Thank you. 💖🙏🏼🤗
@@Budini67 You betcha. Hang in there. :)
Ren is a genius, a bard of our time. I cry so much every time I hear this song, and I've heard it hundreds of times. He stands above me, he is the voice that made me loosen the noose on the rope. It hurts so much.
That fact that this one song in particular has been able to reach such a wide range of ages and let them in and understand or resonate and help others
He is playing live...a brilliant composer musician singer and remarkable kind human being xxx Ren is in Calgary Canada right now having hopefully found treatment for Lyme Disease and needs donations to help pay for that. His music is glorious and he is worthy of all love and support. He has a channel to update on his progress.
Thank you for the reaction video. Ren is in Canada now seeing a new specialist. He also suffers from lyme disease. It's nasty. I got sick in 2014 and have not been OK since. But I'm older. It sucks but I had a life. Breaks my heart when I hear of young people suffering from this misdiagnosed and poorly understood disease. Thank you for supporting @RenMakesMusic ❤
Good morning Cedric and Brian. I'm with you, Brian. I'm sitting here crying. If we don't fight it and learn from each lesson, we move on to the next lesson. If we don't, we repeat it over and over. Great video. Have a great week.
I'm on watch 200 and I still cry. This is so visceral
Great reaction. After hearing this song at least 30 times, mostly through reaction videos, it still brings tears to my 52 year old eyes. I hate that society has taught men that shedding tears is a sign of weakness. I think those tears show emotional integrity. In order to normalize this integrity I encourage men (and women) to not hide those emotions.
I totally agree. We should be teaching young people that it is healthy and completely normal to have a human reaction to a sad or tragic event. If you’re not reacting, perhaps there’s something wrong.
12:07 Please don't ever be ashamed of your emotion. It is your strength, it is your reminder that we are all human. We all carry burdens and music is like a knife that can cut through our defenses, but sometimes those walls need to come down. Great video, thank you for sharing yourselves with us.
As someone who has worked in a Psychiatric Hospital for the last 15 yrs, this really speaks to me. It has given me a deeper insight into the inner struggle that pts with psychosis must deal with. I can relate and I don't have audible inner voices, so I can only imagine how much turmoil not trusting your own mind must feel. Thank you Ren and thank you Cedric and Brian.
Mental health and physical health are kinda tied together.anyone who suffers from chronic pain usually suffer mentally.and anyone who has mental issues can suffer physically,this song hit home and it hit home hard.everything about this song is genius
I have lived with severe mental illness my whole life. This song resonates with me on a level it is hard to express. I too am an artist, but I have never been able to shut down that psychotic part of me. I had to learn how to live in my own darkness or die in the light. I wish Ren the best.
Me too
Wish you the best. You can persevere.
@@Johnnylowfive And so I do, friend.
the world is a better place with you in it
Ren suffers with mental health and this song was recorded live and done in one take, the alternatinting cameras make it look edited, I have performed at an event Ren was at 5yrs ago and was lucky to meet him and what a amazing gentleman he is ❤ a musical genius
I know this was from over a year ago but I love "HI REN" reaction videos.
This was performed live, with a multi camera shoot, in one take. It took four tries to nail it but obviously he did...quite well.
Good stuff, guys. 💪👊
That is more than a song, more than storytelling, more than the music.
It's theatre, art and so powerful that I am in awe!
Longtime Ren Stan, and I am more than delighted to see him finally get the love he deserves. 🥰 The world has been sleeping on this man for loooong enough. Thanks for the upload 👌
Suffering for 10 years of agony - physically and emotionally - and Ren is currently in Calgary receiving treatment for Lyme disease (which was only recently diagnosed correctly) by the top specialists there! ❤
I'm 45 and have struggled with that inner voice for most of my life, as well. Ren does such a good job at shining a light on that for others to see and relate to. Every time I see it, it moves me like it did for Brian. Thank you for this. And Brian? I think the world needs to see more grown men crying. Keep those sunglasses off! There's power in vulnerability.
For people who dont know, Ren played this live in the room and he did it in one take. This guy is an absolute artist. I've now watched so many reaction videos. I love how this is going to help so many people. It is Lyme disease that he has got btw.
I've watched his video like 20 or more times now, and I cry every time. It's an emotional ride. Never be ashamed to cry.
Autoimmune issues almost always lead to mental health...it's forever. Lupus here.
I have not heard this before. (Nor, him) We all fight our inner demons, telling us we're not good enough, that there is nothing left out there for us, but like this song, we rise.
This was Epic. Big hugs, Brian. I feel your emotion to this piece. His last words, "We should not be so hard on ourselves." No truer words.
Great reaction. Loved this.
He is new to us also Lana, and so glad he was recommended to us. Always appreciate you, my friend, and thanks for always being there. - C -
I've seen dozens of reactions to this song and I have barely seen anyone who got through without tears. You don't need to be ashamed that real art makes you feel things. You won't be less of a man because of this, just more of a human
@CedricandBrian REN is 33 years old. And he suffered from Lyme Disease that kept getting misdiagnosed. But by the time they caught it, it left him sick with autoimmune disorders and he will always be sick. I love this song! And I love Ren's music. This song is live and was done in 1 take! Amazing man!
As always, geat reaction. "Hi Ren" is the song that put Ren on everyone's radar over the past month; it went viral and garnered more than 2 million views in a couple of weeks, but he has been creating great music for more than 10 years. His latest release, "Sick Boi," is almost another chapter to "Hi Ren." I am 57 y/o, and I only recently learned about Ren and have gone down this rabbit hole ever since. Many of the subjects, experiences, and emotions expressed in his songs touch me on a very personal level because I can relate to and identify with many of his struggles.
A little more background on Ren that I gathered from the internet. Ren pursued a career in music from an early age. In 2009, while studying music performance at Bath Spa University, he began to experience health issues and was struggling to attend his lectures. In 2010, he was signed by Sony Records and was working on an album when his health deteriorated to the point where he was unable to continue. His illness often kept him in bed for up to 23 hours a day. Ren was initially diagnosed with depression, bipolar disorder, and chronic fatigue syndrome. It would take seven years before he was finally correctly diagnosed with autoimmunity, Lyme disease, and brain damage. Ren eventually underwent stem cell therapy in the United States, which improved his health, but it has not been a cure. He is currently in Canada for more treatments.
Ren is an incredible and unique artist; he plays multiple instruments, has great vocal ability, is an excellent storyteller, and is quite the philosopher and poet. From what I read, his videos are generally shot live, all in one take by his friend. I recommend you check out some of his other work. The trilogy "The Tale of Jenny/Screech/Violet" is haunting and has an unexpected ending; WATCH THEM IN THE STATED ORDER, as this is the flow of the storyline or just watch “The Tale of Jenny & Screech (Full)” which includes “Violet’s Tale at the end. It is another example of Ren’s genius and a master’s class in storytelling.
Ren’s collaborations with Chinchilla (“Chalk Outlines,” “How to Be Me”) are beautiful and showcase his singing voice while addressing mental health. I would watch the official live music video. "Chalk Outlines" is one of my favorite songs right now. Ren's personal reflections are threaded through many of his songs; "Insomnia," "Depression," “Diazepam," “Penitence,” “Dear God,” “Heretic,” “Dominos,” his "Freckled Angels" album, just to name a few, all deserve a listen. His song "Money Game" (Part I & II) is another recommendation.
As a solo act, Ren performs a range of genres, much of it hip-hop/rap influenced, as well as guitar-based ballads. His performances with Sam Tompkins (“Blind Eyed,” “Earned it /Mans World / Falling”), Eden Nash (“Humble,” “Ocean”), Bibi (“Crutch,” “Ahiahiaoha”), Molly McKinna (“Penitence”), his former bandmate, Romain Axisa (“French Song”) and any of his performances as a member of the band "The Big Push" (which unfortunately broke up) are awesome and well worth checking out, both the busking (street performances) and their live recordings. Ren has impressive vocal and instrumental skills. He is one-of-a-kind and appears mature beyond his years.
Ren just released his latest single, “Sick Boi.” In anticipation of his stay in Canada for more treatments, Ren prepared some music ahead of time to be released over the next 3-6 months that he expects to be gone. "Sick Boi" is almost another chapter to "Hi Ren."
Thank you for all the background information
Good summary, mate! Thank you 👍🏻
Thanks for the great background on this extremely moving artist. He's independent and hope he stays away from the evils of the music industry!
Hi Jens! Been thinking I haven’t seen any comments from you lately. Maybe you think you’re not needed now? But it would be lovely to hear from you every now and again! Hope you are ok. Best wishes from a fellow Renegade x
@@analisasmith7927Hello, Analisa. Thank you for your kind words. I hope you and yours are well. I have been leaving comments on every "Hi Ren" reaction I can find every day. At first, YT blocked or removed my longer, in-depth comments but still allowed for my basic introduction comment. As of last week, any comment I leave is being removed as soon as I post it. I just went back to check on several "Hi Ren" reactions I had covered, and my comments are all gone. It is unfortunate, but there is nothing I can do about it. Have a blessed day, my friend.
Made me cry the 1st time I heard this song too ... truely emotional and a true performer
You are not alone my friend. This song has impacted a lot of people. Thank you for watching our channel. - C -
I consider myself fairly affluent musically, and this masterpiece gentlemen is one of greatest pieces of art that I've ever been lucky enough to see, hear, and feel.
Haha
Agreed
I have probably watched just about every video reaction to this song out there. Yours is the best and most meaningful one by far, IMO.
Yes, this was done in one take! I'm 64yrs old, and have been playing music since I was 5yrs old, from classical to classic rock and blues. I have a vast taste in music and this is one of the most powerful pieces I have ever seen. I just discovered Ren and am so taken by him! I cried the first I saw this, also. Thanks for a great reaction!
The Ren 'rabbit hole' is so worth the journey. The 'Trilogy' mentioned by others is a must, Money Game pt1&2, colabs with Sam Tompkins (Blind Eyed live), Chinchilla (Chalk Outlines), Eden Nash (Humble) or when he played with The Big Push (Lonely Boy, War Pigs)
Thank you for those recommendations, my friend, and we are looking forward to seeing what going down the Ren rabbit hole brings us. As far as the trilogy is concerned, stay subscribed to our channel and stay tuned for Thursday’s video. - C -
So glad you guys reacted to this! I just found Ren (with this song) I cried throughout then entire video. He is so incredibly talented!
Great reaction guys! I was diagnosed with my first autoimmune immune disease before I entered Kindergarten. I’m 61 now and know the dance of chronic pain well. This song brings it ALL to life for me. I see the pig mask and come away with this - the disease was the monster that put him in that room, but it was his mind that kept him there.
Hi, I'm 62 & only discovered Ren a couple of weeks ago. He is performing live in this video. Ren was misdiagnosed when he was younger. Due to this, he suffered psychosis, autoimmunity & depression. Doctors eventually diagnosed him with Lime disease!! The amount of medication he had to take daily caused him to rattle as he walked down the street! 😂. A very talented young man who will go down in music history, of that I'm sure. Tiocfaidh ar la. M.F.McCorriston U.K 🍀🏴🇮🇪🙏🇮🇪🏴🍀
🔥🔥 Thank you for watching our channel, and taking the time to leave a comment my friend. So glad you discovered Ren. - C -
Wow, of all the reactions to Hi Ren that I've seen, yall got it right - right from the start. I have a darkness in me, had it all my life and will have it til the end. The parts where the lights are flickering represents the darkness, come to envelop him and suck him into the pit. But he's strong this time and comes out on top. The eternal dance with the darkness (for me: chronic Major Depression, PTSD, and autoimmune disorders) - perfection. I, too, am learning to relax so I can dance. I will come out of my darkness. Thank you, Ren ❤️
Try Ren - Sick Boi, The Tale of Jenny and Screech (full) it's a trilogy best watched as one piece. After that be prepared to jump down the Ren rabbit hole. This young man is so relatable, honest. He's been around for a while. He does covers, busking vids with Sam Tomkinson and The Big Push.
Ren is a magically talented artist. This is the struggle we go through when faced with a debilitating disease. He was bit by a tick and got Lyme disease. And had been battling for at least a decade. He turned to music as a way of healing. Ren plays multiple instruments, raps, sings, composes and has appeared on other artists projects. He was actually signed to a label and like Nova was dropped. Thank God for the label dropping him as he can now make hits like this one to tell his story.
More songs to check out:
The Tale of Jenny, Screech and Violet. It's a trilogy all done in one video.
Sick Boy
Chalk Outlines (featuring Chinchilla, bring sunglasses Brian)
Humble
Money game pt 2
Great reaction guys.
This will never age. REN etched in this moment in time, forever. Thank you REN
There’s no shame crying during this mv , it touches so many people 😢😢😢❤
Brian, so sad you had to feel you needed to hide your emotion, to this incredible piece of art.
A very strong song and story for many of us. Have no fear and show your tears and reaction proudly man.......
I'm right there with ya bro! I have never been touched by a song before. 48 years old and when hope began I was ready to weep. Now I have had to watch his entire catalog and everybody's reaction. Good job guys.
Song of the year...Pure art!!!!
I can’t say it enough, but I didn’t know what to expect when we started reacting to the song. I agree with you wholeheartedly when you say “song of the year.“ Thank you for watching our channel. - C -
Dude! You are my spirit animal. I cried for an hour after hearing this for the first time. Music affects me in all kinds of ways - goosebumps, crying, joy, dancing, the whole lot!
Im 52 I randomly found REN last year and cant believe his talent, and his message. You should watch his other stuff, its all amazing, Chalk Outlines and the 3 Part violet and screech story is just... Wow
I love reaction videos where I feel like the people making them have absorbed just as much information as I did when I first watched them. At the beginning where he’s playing guitar and you clocked that he was playing live and he had a mic on, immediately I thought.. ‘OH THIS IS GONNA BE A GOOD REACT’ and it was!
So thank you guys, you’ve got a subscribe from me!
The guy's a genius!
Interesting fact... this video, like most of his videos, was shot live in a single take
This is such a beautiful song. From beginning to end it just hits different than anything that’s ever been released
I have been watching Ren for years. He is amazing artist. And has a full history in music. Can’t wait to see y’all see the rest.
Don’t hide your cries. I think more men need to see that’s it’s ok to cry.
True statement right there my friend!! Thank you for watching our channel, and taking the time to comment. - C -
Don't feel bad, big guy. I tear up when I hear it as well. Those of us who fight demons, Ren has helped better than any therapist.
Thanks for doing Ren guys!
I’ve been a fan of him for a couple years and now checking out all his reactions. I’m so pleased for Ren.
Respect from 🇬🇧
I’ve subscribed to you as loved your reaction 👌
The duality of the self...Ren is a true artist and this is a work of art...
I only discovered Ren Today about an hour ago and I have to say, Hes a Modern Storytelling street Bard. This song gave me chills and inspiration at the same time.
Well, said my friend. Yes, the song has you feeling an array of emotions.- C -
Im john from Ireland 🇮🇪 and suffering ptsd from been abused as a child and switch personally and totally understand and relate to this song like hes singing about my whole life ...😢
53 year old woman here LOVE, LOVE, LOVE REN !! And your honest, emotional, review of one of my favorite artists!
i was happy to see that you have "please share" in the description. I am trying to watch every reaction to this, supporting his message and passing respect wherever I can. We all have demons and angels in our heads. Thank you for sharing.
It was our pleasure and thank you for taking the time to watch our channel. It’s much appreciated. - C -
don't feel bad guys- i've seen this video at least a dozen times and i weep EVERY time
Loved your reaction, right there with you brothers. Truth and Genius. Ren is a bard a modern minstrel and this masterpiece of his resonates with all of us and deserves to be heard by all especially in this day and age. Respect to you both and Ren from down under Australia.
Thank you for that insightful comment!! Ren is an incredible artist, and we appreciate you taking the time to watch our channel. Please say hello to all of our brothers and sisters down there and Australia, my friend, and make it a great day. - C -
Brian, bro... I'm 56, USMC combat veteran and I got so into this song, I cried like a baby. There is NOTHING to be ashamed of. This song is soooo deep. I actually had to take a break for several months before I could come back to this song, as it touched me so much.
We definitely need to teach our sons and young men that is absolutely normal to respond with crying when it comes to something extremely sad. To push down emotions is to punish oneself down and even cause mental pain, and anguish that can lead you down some dark path. You can be a “strong man“ and still cry. I’m sick and tired of men taking pride in not crying, even at a funeral. It’s very sad in a way because it’s not weakness. It’s a normal response to a sad event.