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  • Опубликовано: 27 авг 2023
  • Pianist reacts to Ren’s Hi Ren
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Комментарии • 823

  • @andrelaguna5494
    @andrelaguna5494 10 месяцев назад +946

    "I am the voice that you hear when you loosen the noose on a rope". Finally somebody analyzed what is arguably THE BEST line in the entire song.

    • @LuxFuxx
      @LuxFuxx 10 месяцев назад +105

      To me it's the
      "I stood in your flames and cremated my brain, and I didn't once flinch or shake.
      So cower at the man I've become, as I sing from the top of my lungs. That I won't retire, I'll stand in your fire and inspire the meek to be strong."
      Chills every time.

    • @teenamcmichael782
      @teenamcmichael782 9 месяцев назад +46

      You need to hear the whole part to appreciate it.
      I go by many names also, some people know me as hope. Some ppl know me as the voice that they hear when they loosen the noose on the rope.
      Ren is a genius.❤

    • @andrelaguna5494
      @andrelaguna5494 9 месяцев назад +22

      This final section of the song, just after the evil voice, has some incredible verses. I agree with you guys both, LuxFuxx and teenanmcmichael. This section elevates the narrative in such a way that it makes us cry just by listening to it, especially when it is performed by Ren. It is sublime.

    • @paulcridland5230
      @paulcridland5230 9 месяцев назад +23

      Mine is in the spoken words - the more intensely the light shone the darker the shadow it casts.

    • @r6201sk
      @r6201sk 9 месяцев назад +6

      yep, my favorite line as well

  • @dr0pb34r
    @dr0pb34r 9 месяцев назад +361

    My mission since coming across Ren has been to go around liking every single reaction video of him. Need to spread the word of just how amazing he is!!

    • @HarvestLuna
      @HarvestLuna 8 месяцев назад +3

      Have you seen the Tara Simon’s reaction? It’s prob my favorite one yet.

    • @mattmorrisson9607
      @mattmorrisson9607 7 месяцев назад

      Yeah, same...

    • @maryogan215
      @maryogan215 6 месяцев назад

      😂😂😂same😂😂😂 I love it

  • @Dstinii
    @Dstinii 10 месяцев назад +371

    You called this an Opera. I was so thrilled to hear you call it that. If you want a Shakespearean tragedy, you must find 'The Tale of Jenny and Screech' Full version. Happy listening!

    • @deadassdgaf100
      @deadassdgaf100 10 месяцев назад +18

      🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 pleeeaaaase do?!

    • @Greatmeasures
      @Greatmeasures  10 месяцев назад +67

      Thank you! We’re going to do it soon.

    • @Tweej
      @Tweej 10 месяцев назад +1

      Comment revoked I guess 👍

    • @violincredible
      @violincredible 10 месяцев назад

      Don't be a turd. Funny though...
      @@Tweej

    • @phoenixrising5088
      @phoenixrising5088 10 месяцев назад

      Shakespearian?😂

  • @roryoconnor7239
    @roryoconnor7239 10 месяцев назад +391

    It was a mirror. He's a talented musician/actor/singer. He used all of those talents to get the world to look into that mirror. We all saw ourselves in this song/performance. We all saw our own battle. Ren probably didn't intend for it to be but that's what it is.

    • @Greatmeasures
      @Greatmeasures  10 месяцев назад +33

      Well said! Thank you

    • @puppenbuhnebauchkribbeln1183
      @puppenbuhnebauchkribbeln1183 10 месяцев назад +11

      Totaly agree👌🏼

    • @MKitchen75
      @MKitchen75 10 месяцев назад +10

      like He said he was really ill and struggling with himself, we are on the age where mental issues have grown rapidly and we need to address this issue pronto. this is great wake up call for that from him

    • @carlbatten44
      @carlbatten44 9 месяцев назад +3

      I think he knew people would relate to it, maybe get something positive, I've struggled for years and I love it.

    • @tigq1430
      @tigq1430 9 месяцев назад

      Watch 0ne million subscribers/define success. Master piece.

  • @ChadTheAlcoholic
    @ChadTheAlcoholic 10 месяцев назад +283

    Tale of Jenny and screech

  • @Budini67
    @Budini67 9 месяцев назад +103

    Ren is a once in a generation, maybe once in a lifetime artist. I feel damn lucky to be alive right now to experience his music.

    • @madelinemaize1426
      @madelinemaize1426 9 месяцев назад +9

      I don't think it's a coincidence that he is here and getting his message through to humanity at this point in time.
      Just sayin'.

    • @motorbreathjz
      @motorbreathjz 8 месяцев назад

      ac dc.. metallica.. ozzy.. are once in a lifetime.. this kid is 1 of hundreds of thousands of millennials doing weird ass rap crap mumble face emotional shit

    • @franirwin5490
      @franirwin5490 3 месяца назад +3

      I was thinking exactly this today - so damn lucky.

  • @cjosborne9624
    @cjosborne9624 10 месяцев назад +171

    I've watched so many reactions to this. I've never watched reactions to anything before, but nothing has affected me like this before, and I want to see how it is affecting other people. I think this is the most honest and true piece of art I've ever experienced. I would love to see you watch the "Jenny, Screech and Violet" trilogy. Fantastic video guys. Thanks.

  • @petrilampela
    @petrilampela 9 месяцев назад +103

    10:20 this 47 year old man still cries relentlessly every time. This is a masterpiece. One voice, one guitar, no real melody hooks, verses or choruses. So how can it be? I guess some people just have the magic. Many times I've cursed that all great music has been done already and then out of nowhere something like this comes out. Like a superhero to save the day.

    • @LaughingStock_
      @LaughingStock_ 9 месяцев назад +2

      A short time before I discovered REN, I discovered an equally unique, phenomenal talent: Aldous Harding.

    • @jmart9414
      @jmart9414 9 месяцев назад +3

      Found Ren about 5 months ago. Just happened upon him. BRILLIANCE ⭐💛

  • @TheRealityleak
    @TheRealityleak 10 месяцев назад +214

    That one line "the voice that you gear when you loosen the noose on the rope" is one of the most powerful lines I've heard. He's a genius. The Jenny and Screech trilogy is another emotional attack!

    • @spruce381
      @spruce381 10 месяцев назад +6

      Totally agree. It always gets a reaction from those who get this performance.

    • @mccars1517
      @mccars1517 10 месяцев назад +4

      @@spruce381 it really dont so many people react to this without being ill and dont pay this line attention
      dont get me wron this line hit home for me and helped me

    • @rritter6341
      @rritter6341 10 месяцев назад

      the line is more powerful when you hear it right "the voice that you hear when you're loose in the noose on the rope" the door has dropped but the rope aint come tight yet.

    • @BrotherPraetus
      @BrotherPraetus 10 месяцев назад +9

      @@rritter6341 that's not the lyric, it's "Some people know me as the voice that you hear when u loosen the noose on the rope" as stated in Ren's own lyric post on the official video; meaning people who were at the precipice of ending it and, last minute, stepping back from that ledge and choosing to go on.

    • @endlessrage4062
      @endlessrage4062 10 месяцев назад +3

      Indeed, as the Chalk Outlines line, “on the gallows I’m balanced on my toes so I can breathe….”
      Very poignant. A great artist, really nice to hear some genuine musicianship in this time, with conscience and authenticity.

  • @teradrew7555
    @teradrew7555 10 месяцев назад +29

    His name is Ren Gill. This reaction was really sweet.

  • @JensRandolff
    @JensRandolff 10 месяцев назад +149

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

    • @arklilbro
      @arklilbro 10 месяцев назад +9

      👋

    • @Skittenmeow
      @Skittenmeow 10 месяцев назад +6

      👋

    • @Greatmeasures
      @Greatmeasures  10 месяцев назад +22

      Wow! Thanks for sharing!

    • @JensRandolff
      @JensRandolff 10 месяцев назад +18

      @@Greatmeasures My pleasure. Just trying to spread information about this amazing artist to as many people as possible.

    • @portiadavenport9866
      @portiadavenport9866 10 месяцев назад +11

      Evening Jens or morning wherever you are :) still fighting the good fight for Renaissence ...all the best to you and your quest :)

  • @christelsegbars1630
    @christelsegbars1630 10 месяцев назад +160

    Dear beautiful humans, that was great to see. Ren speaks to everybody by his music... a lot of people get emotional .... warm hug from a stranger from the Netherlands ❤

    • @Greatmeasures
      @Greatmeasures  10 месяцев назад +7

      Thank you!

    • @lynnieb
      @lynnieb 10 месяцев назад +4

      Thank you! I could use any kind of hug I can get!❤

    • @caupain66
      @caupain66 10 месяцев назад +2

      Yesss

    • @stephenreid1474
      @stephenreid1474 9 месяцев назад +2

      Hugs to you 😊

    • @michaelmiller6574
      @michaelmiller6574 8 месяцев назад

      I appreciate your kindness friend ❤

  • @olibab84
    @olibab84 10 месяцев назад +60

    I would absolutely love to see this guy blind react to the full story of Jenny and Screech ❤

    • @Greatmeasures
      @Greatmeasures  10 месяцев назад +25

      Coming soon!

    • @caro.k2958
      @caro.k2958 10 месяцев назад +9

      Tale of Jenny and Screech (FULL) video as it has all three parts combined 😂❤ Loved this reaction the response was so raw and yet astute ❤

  • @Mikerochip1
    @Mikerochip1 10 месяцев назад +72

    My goodness! Your classical musician friend picked up on so much after just one hearing. And his emotional reaction was beautiful. This is an outstanding reaction to "Hi Ren". (Subscribed and thumbs up.)

    • @Greatmeasures
      @Greatmeasures  10 месяцев назад +4

      Thank you!

    • @er-ha
      @er-ha 9 месяцев назад +1

      Right! Seriously impressive to be able to play that after listening once while also obviously focusing on the lyrics and video.

    • @Greatmeasures
      @Greatmeasures  9 месяцев назад +2

      @@er-ha it was the whole reason I wanted to do this with him. I felt like people needed to see how talented he is.

    • @er-ha
      @er-ha 8 месяцев назад +1

      @@Greatmeasures Much appreciated then! You guys make a great team :) Also not sure if you take recommendations but you guys might be interested in Dimash; he’s a Kazakh singer with a pretty uncommon range. His cover of S.O.S is probably how most people are introduced to him.

  • @333nickmcd
    @333nickmcd 7 месяцев назад +10

    I’m a bit sad that I’ve only just come across Ren as it makes me wonder how many other people haven’t discovered his music and art? Absolutely blown away by him

  • @erikandersson2617
    @erikandersson2617 9 месяцев назад +16

    Thank you for not pausing 3000 Times ! ! I too get a serious case of the chills when he starts singing in the end ! Great reaction-video

  • @verified.my2cents
    @verified.my2cents 10 месяцев назад +28

    Spot on first reaction - Ren has written and delivered a master operatic work that is only still getting discovered by the masses. I firmly believe the legs this piece has will carry it to millions and carry Ren to performances all over the globe as his health continues to recover. Thanks for this.

  • @_bing_chilling
    @_bing_chilling 10 месяцев назад +62

    I've listened to this song probably 100 times. I still cannot make it all the way through without crying.

    • @CatConsten
      @CatConsten 10 месяцев назад +4

      Me too 😢

    • @grumpyfinn
      @grumpyfinn 10 месяцев назад +3

      same

    • @ks5553
      @ks5553 10 месяцев назад +5

      I stopped crying around the 200th listen, so there's hope my friend :)

    • @daniellekiey-thomas1327
      @daniellekiey-thomas1327 10 месяцев назад +1

      Gives me shivers every time

    • @Macbobob
      @Macbobob 9 месяцев назад +1

      I'm doing this too :) watching all the reaction videos I can find. It's the line "the voice that you hear when you loosen the noose on the rope" that gets me every time. When I get dark and down and everything is be going against me, I look for that voice.

  • @djmoon8373
    @djmoon8373 9 месяцев назад +25

    It is so inspirational to watch the affect that Ren's work has on people. Not a specific age group, not one sex over another, not a race or culture, or a specific religion. But rather, the impact that it has on every single person that is introduced to it regardless of their details. It truly is an incredible thing to watch. I have never seen an artist with the ability to have such a deep impact on the lives of such a variety of people the world over. No matter how many people get behind an artist, they always still have a long line-up of haters as well. It seems that Ren haters are few & far between. If you do find one, their probably just trolling, and in truth, are in just as much awe of the sick boi as the rest of us.
    My only hope is that he doesn't ever allow all the positive comments & feedback overwhelm him, and cause him to think that he has to live up to expectations of his audience. It's beautiful to see all the positive comments that people leave on here, but if your Ren, they can also create a great deal of pressure, in making you think that you have to live up to peoples expectations, or step it up a notch over your last performance. How can he be expected to do so, when so much of what he produces is so very far ahead of everyone else already?

  • @komeroshishoganai
    @komeroshishoganai 10 месяцев назад +52

    Good job guys! Ren is always an excellent choice for this type of content, and hearing prepared and musically trained people analyze his music is always fantastic, especially on first listen, on first impact

  • @williamevans6455
    @williamevans6455 10 месяцев назад +39

    I would love to see more Ren reactions. His musical ability is inasne and his story telling is off the charts. Every thing from rap to rock to pure art!

  • @elwray3506
    @elwray3506 10 месяцев назад +27

    Great and honest reaction, gentlemen. Loved the doubling down on the cheerful "Hi Ren" from the beginning at the end...it came with a sigh the second time.

  • @michellewright9478
    @michellewright9478 10 месяцев назад +24

    I love this reaction! I would love to see his reaction to the How to be Me Live with Chinchilla. It's incredible

  • @nealbrokaw7655
    @nealbrokaw7655 10 месяцев назад +50

    Omg...love his reaction...and then to plink out the melody on the ivory immediately after hearing it was impressive as Hell...You got me to Sub Sir!!

  • @greggary7217
    @greggary7217 9 месяцев назад +10

    Aside from the creativity, honesty, human depth, talent … it was one take. One take. Amazing.

  • @sorenm.lairdsorries7547
    @sorenm.lairdsorries7547 10 месяцев назад +24

    Thank you @Gr8_Measures ❤ for this great insightful Ren reaction and welcome to the Renaissance! 🎉
    Yes, his name is Ren. I am looking forward to more of your reactions, if you like to do some more!

    • @jorice5528
      @jorice5528 10 месяцев назад

      @RenMakesMusic

  • @Clarkchapin
    @Clarkchapin 10 месяцев назад +26

    Bravo! It was a pleasure to watch your reaction to Hi Ren. That line with “the voice that you hear when you loosen the noose on the rope” I’ll be especially curious to catch your reaction to The Tales of Jenny, Screech and Violet (in that order).

    • @Greatmeasures
      @Greatmeasures  10 месяцев назад +10

      We’re going to do it soon!

  • @sandracole2578
    @sandracole2578 10 месяцев назад +35

    Ren is his real name. Ren is such a talented individual, he plays electric/bass guitars, piano and other instruments. Ren sings, raps, write his own lyrics, makes his own beats, produces his own music and more. You should check out 'Tales of Jenny and Screech' full version, also, 'How to be me' with Chinchilla. Thanks for the great reaction guys.

    • @Greatmeasures
      @Greatmeasures  10 месяцев назад +5

      Thank you!

    • @BackLaid
      @BackLaid 10 месяцев назад

      +1 for How to be me (the live edition)

  • @scottwatson9453
    @scottwatson9453 10 месяцев назад +6

    I loved how you were physically shocked by the "loosen the noose "line ..not that many reactors flinch at that line ..I think they are just bedazzled by Ren's brilliance so I overlook it.but I get happy when I see reactors get punched in the face by that line coz its a hard hitting line .

  • @highlightspotent127
    @highlightspotent127 4 месяца назад +2

    That was great guys- love the authenticity with this reaction . Pleasure .
    Ren Gill is this gentleman’s name if you’re interested 🙂
    🍻🇨🇦

  • @Rudlbugg
    @Rudlbugg 10 месяцев назад +9

    As much as I am often bothered by big tech for being creepy or overreaching, I gotta say the algorithms good at connecting curious people with thoughtful commentary on creative content.

  • @officialWWM
    @officialWWM 9 месяцев назад +6

    It’s taken this man a lifetime to become an overnight success.

  • @8lack8erry1
    @8lack8erry1 10 месяцев назад +6

    I couldn’t take my eyes of this reactor there is something about him, he’s authentic, genuine and commands attention. Beautiful reaction and he caught so much❤️

  • @hamburglar1978
    @hamburglar1978 8 месяцев назад +12

    You could tell by his body language that he got really shook by the lyrics, the emotion of this song punches you in the heart so hard your soul leaves your body.

  • @mute7116
    @mute7116 10 месяцев назад +17

    I dont want to get his name wrong Judson(?) is it? A classically trained musician with an absolute rock n roll persona.
    Me thinks there is quite a testimony living inside.
    Great job gentlemen, as usual.

    • @Greatmeasures
      @Greatmeasures  10 месяцев назад +6

      You’re right, it’s Judson. Our southern accents don’t allow us to enunciate very well. 😂

    • @mute7116
      @mute7116 10 месяцев назад +1

      @@Greatmeasures no, no...all good.
      Unique name for me. My ear heard fine...its that dang brain of mine 😬

  • @kimmicakes
    @kimmicakes 10 месяцев назад +12

    Oh I wanna be there to see you slide into the Ren rabbit hole! It's magical especially how he collabs with so many amazing artists & oh my gosh The Big Push is so great with all the God given talent that every band member has been gifted! I'm so in love with all of them & the music that we're privileged to enjoy!

    • @Greatmeasures
      @Greatmeasures  10 месяцев назад +5

      We’re planning to do more soon!

  • @adam.4487
    @adam.4487 10 месяцев назад +10

    I never cried watching a Hi - Ren reaction until this one. I was very moved by this one. Thank you so much!

  • @Jonkon75
    @Jonkon75 10 месяцев назад +12

    I had to leave a comment after watching this incredible this reaction.
    I have been following Ren since “Hi Ren” first came out and have watched dozens and dozens of reactions to this and I have to say, this was the most visually emotional response I have seen.
    Normally I can spot when the reactor physically falls in love with Ren, and this was no different.
    I could see the reactor physically evolving with the song. His eyebrows, his breathing, his inclination to not look away.
    This one felt almost like an instant connection was made by his rapture to the video, “But settle on the ocean floor” and he looked over mouth agape and eyebrows raised, that moment right there… the connection made artist to artist was truly sublime.
    As many said, and you responded, I am impatiently awaiting the Tales reaction as well as Chalk Outlines.
    Well done gentleman, well done.

  • @9xqspx6
    @9xqspx6 9 месяцев назад +1

    "He is a Peaky Blinder" - that was my first thought too, when I saw Ren for the first time! :))

  • @mexiterp
    @mexiterp 10 месяцев назад +8

    Great reaction. You called out my favorite lyric. Gets me every time!

    • @shellymiller1248
      @shellymiller1248 10 месяцев назад +2

      It’s amazing how many first time reactors don’t catch it

    • @Greatmeasures
      @Greatmeasures  10 месяцев назад +2

      So powerful.

  • @l0ngh4mm3r5
    @l0ngh4mm3r5 10 месяцев назад +18

    Another emotional dagger would be the story of Jenny and Screech, Freckled Angel, or Chalk Outlines, but be ready for it. Pure musicality, check out some of the covers he's done with The Big Push. Great job guys. Love the reaction!

  • @gabrielharrison-swinden4013
    @gabrielharrison-swinden4013 9 месяцев назад +7

    Ive heard this song many time and always brings tears to my eyes

  • @clintlasher8436
    @clintlasher8436 10 месяцев назад +5

    Look up the comment from Sinead O'Connor shortly before she pased about Ren. I think her words sum it up perfectly

  • @Bdbru1357
    @Bdbru1357 10 месяцев назад +24

    Damn now I need to hear a Hi Ren cover on piano

    • @Greatmeasures
      @Greatmeasures  10 месяцев назад +16

      I’m going to see if he can put that together for us soon.

    • @krazulo
      @krazulo 10 месяцев назад +3

      absolutly!

    • @ramonparkour
      @ramonparkour 10 месяцев назад +5

      Please! Just that little bit got me on CHIIILS! Do it pleasE!

    • @marxxs7626
      @marxxs7626 9 месяцев назад

      @@Greatmeasures I'm gonna hold you to that so I'll sub just to hear it I don't do reaction videos but Ren is different and that guy seems pretty chill so balls in your court.
      Please

    • @Greatmeasures
      @Greatmeasures  9 месяцев назад

      @@marxxs7626 deal. Might need a little time for him to learn it, but I’ll keep encouraging him.

  • @glynnsmith4560
    @glynnsmith4560 8 месяцев назад +1

    Ren - born Ren Erin Gill (29 March 1990) in Bangor, Wales.
    He had me taking some time to be distant, taking some time to be still..
    .. probably one of the greatest creative forces to come out of the UK ... or anywhere.

  • @phoebewoodruff1101
    @phoebewoodruff1101 10 месяцев назад +6

    Now that is Welsh poetry! What an amazing piece of art! Thank you so much for letting me discover along with you.

  • @tribute1965
    @tribute1965 10 месяцев назад +12

    Save The tales Of Jenny And Screech (FULL) and How To Be Me (LIVE) for reactions. You won't regret it.

    • @Greatmeasures
      @Greatmeasures  10 месяцев назад

      I’ve asked him to stay away from Jenny and Screech. I’ll have to ask about How to be Me. Thanks!

  • @mldkenny
    @mldkenny 10 месяцев назад +5

    Love this guy, what a talent and then there is Ren, a world Superstar.

  • @norahdenovan8658
    @norahdenovan8658 9 месяцев назад +3

    That’s an opera, goodness he is so right 🙆‍♀️I never thought of that.
    This young man is so gifted& beautiful, an old soul, just like vessel from Sleep Token is.
    There truly is some amazing talent out there in young people today 🙏❤️

  • @dawnpatterson8708
    @dawnpatterson8708 10 месяцев назад +3

    His name is truly Ren Gill.
    Loved the reaction.

  • @stevemalott3745
    @stevemalott3745 10 месяцев назад +5

    You should react to the song For Joe, if anything for the piano part of that song. Go down the Ren rabbit hole, you will not be disappointed!

  • @benpravecek2418
    @benpravecek2418 9 месяцев назад +10

    The beauty of this kids art is exactly why we exist. I cry every time I listen, not because its sad but because It's so pure and human.

  • @grumpyfinn
    @grumpyfinn 10 месяцев назад +4

    the first time i heard this a few months ago something snapped in me....and when he stands just that lead in makes me emotional... and then comes the rope verse lyric.... everytime.... there is no one else like him

  • @MrWidestripes
    @MrWidestripes 3 дня назад

    your buddys reaction is by far my favourite of all the ones i have watched.

  • @puppenbuhnebauchkribbeln1183
    @puppenbuhnebauchkribbeln1183 10 месяцев назад +4

    BEAUTIFUL, pure and profound reaction to Ren's masterpiece......thank you 🥹🙏🏼

  • @TheBigburcie
    @TheBigburcie 10 месяцев назад +7

    I've always said that this has aspects of musical theater but the fact that you identified it as an Opera was great. All the drama and character development without any of the pretentiousness that people associate with Opera.

  • @adamhenton6221
    @adamhenton6221 10 месяцев назад +4

    Such a creative genius. Truly love this

  • @jasonstewart3996
    @jasonstewart3996 10 месяцев назад +13

    You gotta do the tales of jenny and screech by Ren. It's another musical artistic masterpiece

  • @xxEi8htyFou4xx
    @xxEi8htyFou4xx 9 месяцев назад +6

    Not only was it amazing as an Opera, the entire video was shot live. There was no "acting" with the audio over it. You can see not only is the guitar plugged in, but on his collar you can see a microphone attached. This is his true sounding voice and instrumental skills. It was also done in one take with multiple cameras set up. Absolutely a masterpiece. And good catch on seeing the lights flicker when the "evil" side is in control and steady on the "good" side. I missed that the first time I heard this song.

    • @benballard-ho7tu
      @benballard-ho7tu 9 месяцев назад +1

      That track was a one take video, they had multiple recordings from multiple angles and stitched it together... His videographer Sam is a genius at them. Two other noticeables are Genesis and Murderer, which were also one takes. Although Murderer I believe was with another guy.
      Check out his busking stuff with his band... Versatile doesn't even cover it.

    • @malerra
      @malerra 9 месяцев назад +1

      @@benballard-ho7tu Also Animal Flow

  • @MCeciPinto
    @MCeciPinto 10 месяцев назад +5

    Loved the reaction!!! This is a true masterpiece and I love seeing people first time reacting to this, specially when they allow themselves to connect emotionally and really value the artistry in Ren. Also loved hearing the perpective of seeing this as an Opera, hadn´t heard that before and coming from a classical musician that´s amazing. Thanks!

  • @roberth7139
    @roberth7139 4 месяца назад

    Thank you so much for this reacts! I, too, have listened about 8 times to Hi Ren and really enjoyed the reaction of a pianist hearing for the first time! Best Regards,

  • @TheRevWillNotBeTelevised
    @TheRevWillNotBeTelevised 10 месяцев назад +5

    Great reaction, seems entirely honest too. A rarity in the 'reaction community'.

    • @Greatmeasures
      @Greatmeasures  10 месяцев назад +1

      I agree that it’s a rarity. Thank you for the kind words! We’re going to continue to be genuine and authentic.

  • @sanfordgfogg
    @sanfordgfogg 10 месяцев назад +4

    Also worthy to note that the performance is using multiple cameras and 4 attempts, but it live single take performance production, which he has several of. The details of the video, and your impressions about any symbology have been noted by many, such as the lights flickering in association, etc.

  • @shawnsteen8442
    @shawnsteen8442 10 месяцев назад +2

    I really enjoyed your reaction. I wish I could be a fly on the wall when you check out Rens other stuff and see the breadth of his music.

    • @Greatmeasures
      @Greatmeasures  10 месяцев назад +2

      We’re going to check out more very soon. I asked him to stay away from Jenny and Screech.

  • @Melly01
    @Melly01 10 месяцев назад +5

    I loved this. What an honest reaction! New sub.

    • @elwray3506
      @elwray3506 10 месяцев назад +2

      I mean, he had no chance to run away. lol Love how so many of us "mean ol´ bastards", who think they´ve seen and heard it all, get some sort of a reset from this piece.

    • @Greatmeasures
      @Greatmeasures  10 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you!

    • @lesleyd2448
      @lesleyd2448 10 месяцев назад

      Same 💜

  • @marz_coelho
    @marz_coelho 2 месяца назад

    I've watched Ren's video about 30 times and every time it is like the first time over again. And this was the best reaction to that video (and there are many).

  • @Bhodisatvas
    @Bhodisatvas 10 месяцев назад +11

    The Tale of Jenny and Screech next please! This man needs to know how deep Ren goes.

    • @Greatmeasures
      @Greatmeasures  10 месяцев назад +6

      I’ve asked him to stay away from it so we can get his reaction. Planning to do it soon!

  • @davidjames3080
    @davidjames3080 10 месяцев назад +3

    Nice reaction guys. I'm here for more!

  • @GM-in2io
    @GM-in2io 10 месяцев назад +5

    Great reaction! You should do more Ren.. he is amazing!! Tales of Jenny & Screech!

  • @timg7627
    @timg7627 9 месяцев назад +3

    Great reaction video.
    This song is hard to put into words. Even after hearing it a few dozen times there always some new detail or emotion that comes through.
    What Ren did here is truly a masterpiece and is one of the greatest performances ever recorded.

  • @joebostic7703
    @joebostic7703 6 месяцев назад

    Love you guys. Sending much support to y’all!

  • @louisemyles4971
    @louisemyles4971 10 месяцев назад +3

    HenRi!!! Of course❣️
    Whole fabulous reaction🤗🩷 Thank you for sharing. This was my first Ren song last December and I too felt akin to “this is an opera” a theatrical masterpiece. I’m glad knowing there is a fabulous world of REN’s works that await for you to experience 🥰

  • @sunriseshell
    @sunriseshell 10 месяцев назад +2

    A mini opera.
    Such an apt description!

  • @badsabre5917
    @badsabre5917 10 месяцев назад +10

    I’m sure somebody mentioned it in here but his name is Ren Gill. If you are going to do Jenny and Screech’s Tale make sure and do the full version. Also Chalk Outlines Live version is great.

  • @sammyd8860
    @sammyd8860 10 месяцев назад +3

    That was intense ! Great reaction - thank you.

  • @steelar724
    @steelar724 10 месяцев назад +4

    Great reaction! Love to see you react to more of Ren's music he has an extensive catalog of awesome music.. subscribed❤

    • @Greatmeasures
      @Greatmeasures  10 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you! We’ll be doing more soon.

  • @CaroleHall-ib1jw
    @CaroleHall-ib1jw 10 месяцев назад +2

    Beautiful, made me cry as it always does when someone reacts to Hi Ren. ♥️

  • @glasweedgian
    @glasweedgian 10 месяцев назад

    LOVE IT thanks for the best react to ren of anyone. wishing u the best.

  • @johnwesch5926
    @johnwesch5926 10 месяцев назад

    Brilliant reaction. I loved it. So genuine and natural. ❤

  • @simonpalmer8718
    @simonpalmer8718 10 месяцев назад +1

    His name is Ren Gill. he's from north Wales, but spent a lot of his time in Brighton on English South coast.

  • @saranavitch
    @saranavitch 10 месяцев назад

    I love watching reactions to this. Its so powerful and it resonates with us all. It is a piece of art that really touches people

  • @seagull01-cp8pb
    @seagull01-cp8pb 10 месяцев назад +3

    Love how it inspires you to play it on the piano after. Musicians fully understand this need. Great reaction.💕👍🦇

  • @TheColdrush22
    @TheColdrush22 10 месяцев назад +3

    I LOVE this reaction. I honestly did not think he was going to take it seriously at first. But this is one of a few reactions that actually feels the line “some people know me as the voice that you hear when you loosen the noose on the rope.” I have a playlist for just such reactions, and have added this one. And have subscribed. This was great. Thank you.

    • @DanT100
      @DanT100 10 месяцев назад

      Would you list a few here please? I find so few people who feel that line. Would love to see more.

    • @Greatmeasures
      @Greatmeasures  10 месяцев назад

      Thank you for the kind words!

  • @themojoslide
    @themojoslide 10 месяцев назад

    Love this guy! Great reaction it's a stunning piece of work from Ren!

  • @pabloesco2007
    @pabloesco2007 10 месяцев назад +3

    I think with the videoclip in 3 part "The Story of Jenny & Screech" , you gonna love it. Because it's some kind a Bard's story.

  • @voitech7927
    @voitech7927 9 месяцев назад

    Absolutely fantastic review of Rena masterpiece! I’m so pleased to see the depth of which you understood his music after just one listen! A well deserved Sub and thumbs up!!

  • @barbaraburkhardt5128
    @barbaraburkhardt5128 10 месяцев назад +1

    Wow. He he is so talented. I appreciate his words. Reading his story just gives a small glimpse into his life. Chills…

  • @lisamichelle9425
    @lisamichelle9425 9 месяцев назад

    I appreciate so much watching another musician just pick this up on the piano. I’ve never been trained but I can do this and I’ve never seen anyone else do it before! Pretty cool!

  • @SAS-fn9ce
    @SAS-fn9ce 8 месяцев назад

    A very gracious and kind reaction. It’s beautiful.

  • @sandrag8656
    @sandrag8656 10 месяцев назад +1

    Listened to this song so many times, brings me to tears every single time.
    It's so touching.
    It was fun to see how amazed and speechless you are. ❤

  • @MissMeKate
    @MissMeKate 10 месяцев назад

    Wonderful watching this with you. I see it anew each time someone discovers it for the first time. It is operatic, that's the best word for it I think. ❤

  • @donald1379
    @donald1379 10 месяцев назад +2

    He is amazing...love this reaction guys...thanks

  • @cmacbybs4748
    @cmacbybs4748 5 месяцев назад

    Wow! You got that bang on after listening to it once! I'm a subscriber just bc of that ! Amazing ear, amazing analysis and I love that the pianist is like let me go watch more now! Love this and love Ren

  • @ThePhoenixAscendant
    @ThePhoenixAscendant 10 месяцев назад +3

    I've listened to this song well over 100 times and am known to sing it aloud at work and it still gets me. Ren is a master of his art and has turned his suffering and overcoming adversity into a message of hope and humanity that we so need in the world today. I hope you get a chance to listen to more of his music! It's amazing!

  • @nerudacherry3433
    @nerudacherry3433 10 месяцев назад +4

    What Sony did to him is disgraceful, he's an absolute genius.....wishing Ren all the success he deserves❤

    • @garyfreeman7122
      @garyfreeman7122 9 месяцев назад +8

      I think the story about Sony dropping him has been misrepresented somewhere down the line. Ren was on a Justin Hawkins video where he spoke about it, and said that it was more of a mutual decision that, considering his health issues, they couldn't realistically go forward at that time.
      It was a great interview btw, here's the link: ruclips.net/video/EcU4iNM6hNQ/видео.htmlsi=KDHaEWTcQT5-y8Cr

  • @monikabeki6838
    @monikabeki6838 5 месяцев назад

    This is a piece of art, a masterpiece. This young man is a beautiful genius PERIOD

  • @neilm4236
    @neilm4236 10 месяцев назад

    I thank Ren for sharing himself and his talent every time I hear him ( witch is every day for sometime now). Big thanks to you two for your reaction, It's my favorite so far and there are many. I called it an opera the first time I heard it and "loosen the noose" gets me every time. Looking forward to your next vid .

  • @lamenting-losers-laughter
    @lamenting-losers-laughter Месяц назад

    I just love how exited this guy gets listening to Hi Ren! I giggled every time he looked over like "are you hearing this??"

  • @mommaspyder9360
    @mommaspyder9360 8 месяцев назад +1

    I really enjoyed the setup as far as you hand him the phone and get his reaction. I also like the reactions he gives. Great work guys. Subbed as of today. Appreciate you both. #loveeverythingren

  • @GeriStorm
    @GeriStorm 10 месяцев назад

    An honest reaction so good! Welcome to REN’s music!