Choppedliver - Veteran Reacts to Hi Ren 

Opening up and showing "weakness" is the very antithesis of weakness. As a fellow introvert with decades of mental health problems, I know how difficult it had to have been to turn on that camera and record this. Your self-doubt was unfounded, you did everything right, and I hope this new endeavor brings you closer to your goals. Well wishes from Sweden.

I’m 55, a suicide survivor and father, partner of an amazing woman and massive fan of Ren. He has helped me through deepest depression. I’m disabled and having surgery after surgery and Ren, chinchilla etc have been my constant companions. Keep this up brother, you will find people from all over the world. I’m from New Zealand.

Welcome to RU-vid. Ren has taught people, especially men, that it is ok to show emotion. It is ok to talk about your fears and be open. I’m 72 and my whole life, I would lie to people and say “I’m just fine” and give them a big Kathy smile. No one knew how I hated myself and had suicidal thoughts every day. I never thought I could do anything right. I resonate to so many REN songs and found out that I was not alone which has helped me. It is ok to cry and I appreciate your honesty.

Let the healing begin, Brother. Big love to you & yours. P.S. change the name, you are not Copped liver.

You did fantastic. Your audio is solid, your video setup is great. Most importantly though, you let us, the viewer SEE YOU, really see your emotions and how the music impacts you. Congratulations on your first video, my friend! 48 year old Renegade and suburban mom here. Love your honesty and vulnerability. Ignore the haters. ❤

I am a 68 year woman from sweden,i cried the first hundred times i saw Hi Ren,it helped me trough the hardest time of My depression ,i think you did a great job,i know how it feels,it is not a weeknes to cry,it is healthy in this world,and stop to beat your self up Love Elisabeth❤

Honestly, I think that's what we need is more people showing their supposed weakness and sharing their burdens.I think the world would become a much better place with a lot less fighting if we did that.

You did a great job for your first video.And please don't take our suggestions as criticism.We're just trying to help you. But no , you did not suck on your first video❤

Well, here you are a day later and you've got yourself a few subscriber already - myself included. There are thousands of "Ren-egades" out there, and they'll be flocking towards you - so you're far from alone in your struggles buddy. He makes me weep too - he hits the nail so perfectly on the head. He exposes our "shameful" fragility to the light - and we find it's actually okay. I think my tears are a mixture of sadness that we carry this burden - and joy, in understanding that we don't have to carry it alone - we are NOT alone. One of the things Ren has given the World is to help us realise that it's okay to let others know that we're plagued with self-doubt, negativity, and psychological fragility - simply because we all are. Like Ren says in the epilogue, soften, relax, and that dance gets easier. You don't need too beat yourself up in solitude, it's the human condition - we're all in the same boat. I can't see you, or speak to you face to face, but be assured that there is love and compassion for you floating across the ether in your direction - it is there. Sincere best wishes to you, and for your new venture. You done great mate.

Subbed for REN. I also have struggled with my ADHD, depression, anxiety, eating disorder. Ren is truly in my eyes a modern day prophet. And I don't care who thinks I'm crazy for that.

I love Ren. He believes in raising people up. I'm here for you.

You picked a great artist to review and you did great. If this video doesn’t make you cry, then you’re probably not human.

Be proud you broke the ice big fella, and the rawness is perfect, the polishing up will come in time. Seeing your emotions speaks volumes my friend. Keep at it, look forward to you next video.

What a great first reaction! Thank you for being honest and raw. Looking forward to more ❤

Dude, you got this! Great job!

Welcome to the Renegades! This rabbit is is deep and VERY vast! No 2 songs sound the same. There is NOTHING he can not do. He can sing, act, rap, make beats, beatbox, and play many instruments to name just a few things.

As a lot of people have been saying, every aspect of the video was done well. If you continue to be this honest and genuine in future videos, you'll find a following - or they'll find you.

I found Ren when Hi Ren hit my RU-vid feed, and I fell deep. Such an intelligent, well-read master of lyrics and delivery, so musically talented, so raw and vulnerable. So moving. You're right, about why we relate to Hi Ren .. it's the insight Ren brings to human vulnerability, to mental health, to hope. So insightful, and profoundly moving. Ren has been making music, composing songs for many years. Since I found him, I've watched and listened to everything he has done. So much to discover and appreciate, so many moods and messages, and even (sometimes delightfully crass) playfulness. One of my favourite early Ren songs is so sweet and encouraging and optimistic .. It's Alright.. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-hCsQDY8A6og.htmlsi=9dfHgjz2sFvUc26g 20:10

This is art of transcendent beauty and an *important* song. Artists often struggle with imposter syndrome. There’s a movie starring Olivia Munn called “Violet” that rings of this and was a transformative experience for me-much the same as this song resonates. As a person who’s never been able to escape negative self-talk and imposter syndrome, *realizing* that I can exert the strength that destructive voice questions-strength that already resides within me-was sooo important. It takes time to push past the negativity-to make your own voice stronger, but if anyone out there is struggling with this, please please please *know* that you can do it. *Know* that I believe in you… but you don’t need me to-just like you don’t need the shroud of doubt that feels first of protection and then as a prison. You are *stronger* than that voice. You are stronger than you can *possibly* know… until you push back with softness or aggression-your choice.

Don't be scared! Some assholes here but most of us are awesome!! Welcome and great react! #RENegade

I'm a survivor of childhood torture and human trafficking and REN has given my scarred throat a voice even though I am terrified to speak. REN's music has helped me find the strength to no longer feel ashamed of the over 500.scars that mar my body. Pain is the ultimate equalizer, as it corsses every known barrier.

I think of Ren as the cousin we’re all rooting for. Welcome to RU-vid!

First off, thank you for your service. Second, great job on the reaction. You make people think/feel. That’s a gift; don’t hide behind any fears or doubts. Let is shine brother! Cheers!! Keep on!

Respect, It ain't easy being real....keep the faith man. and remember what Lynrd Skynrd said, be a simple man....Keep it simple, and remember that the little thing's matter.....One day at a time....✌

Welcome to the Rennaissance @Choppedliver_reacts and 🙏 thank you ❤ for your empathetic and insightful Ren reaction! I liked 👍 it and subscribed 🔔. Ren has got an awesome back catalogue, and I am looking forward to you discovering it. So what do you want to see and hear next? A ballady thing w/guitar? 🎸🧑‍🎤🧑‍🎤💊⚪ Ren X Chinchilla - Chalk Outlines (live). Rap? 🐟&🍟🌈🚢🌊 Genesis. Illest of our Time. Rappetyrap? 🐷 The Hunger. Boom Bap? Halftime (Nas Retake). Fun stuff? 👯👯👯👯❤🎶 Love Music. Raggae? 🎸🎸🎸🥁 The Big Push - I Shot The Sheriff/Road To Zion/Hip Hop (red suspenders). Hard beats? 💉🐷💊 Sick Boi or 🦁🐷🦍 Animal Flow. Goofy madness? 🚲🐺🦍 Losing It! (FISHER Rap). More EDM & Rap? 🥁 Down On The Beat. Masterly storytelling horror stories? ❎❎🎸🎺🏥🔪 The Tale of Jenny and Screech (full 13 min version). Another great one-take storytelling short movie? 🚗🔫 Murderer or 🎸💰🐚 Money Game or What Went Wrong? Deep thoughts? ☁ Dear God, Meaning or Dominoes. Trippy electronica? 🎹💊 Diazepam. Souly-folksy Rap? "Do you Believe?". Bluesy? "Hold On!" or 🚗 Everybody Drops. More singing? 🧑‍🎤 Humble. Singing high notes? Back on 74 / Message in a Bottle Retake. Acapella singing? 💰🐚 Money Game Part 2 (Live) or Loco. Acapella freestyle battle-Rap? 👑 Dumb King Come. Harmonies? 🦢 The Big Push - Swan Song. Crazy Punk? 🐰 The Big Push - XBox Marijoana. A song in French language? 🥖 French Song. Radio-hits? 🔥 Fire or 🍟 Uninvited. Have great fun! Renegades do not like when reactors do Violet's Tale before Jenny and Screech. Best to use this (13 min-long) version that has them in order: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-TYAnqQ--KX0.html

Yes please, we want more of your reaction videos! Thanks for sharing your feelings, and never apologize for sobbing, I listened to this song a hundred times and I sob everytime again.

Thanks for the real reaction - you have a long and inspirational rabbit hole waiting for you - REN!

I'm 42, working through my PTSD, Anxiety Disorder, and Bipolar Disorder. Seeing people be open and expressive with their struggles and emotions helps me open up more myself. Thank you all.

Ren is also very much an introvert ( Lost All Faith) and it is through his music that he delivers his own struggles, battles, in the rawest and most authentic way possible. With this video and song ( it’s really so so much more than just a song) he has cracked open the armor of men , many of whom are or have been in the military. It’s one thing to love Ren for his musical genius, prowess , and all around talent but it is the people such as yourself ( and myself) and countless others who cried, bawled, and were left speechless because FINALLY, THEY FELT SEEN, AND HEARD, AND UNDERSTOOD WITHOUT HAVING TO SAY ANYTHING OR EXPLAIN ANYTHING. ❤ A fellow Renegade and student

From one introvert to another, I applaud your strength in putting out this reaction video. I am 63 years old and have also struggled with severe depression and anxiety. My internal voice got to the point where I had to take some time off from work and reach out for help. I told my therapist yesterday that I felt guilty because so many people have much worse problems than I do. I also told him that I felt ashamed to be weak and not strong enough to continue struggling to get by each day at a time. He stopped me in my tracks and pointed out that I am stronger than most people because no matter how much I suffer, I bravely continue to make life better for me and those who are close to me. Please believe me when I say that posting this reaction video makes you a hero in my eyes and I proudly shared your tears rolling down my face. Thank you for showing your vulnerability and putting it out ther for the world to see.

As someone with a girlfriend who struggles with suicidal thought my heart goes out to you man. There isn't enough compassion for people struggling within the system we've constructed. It's an 18 month wait for government funded DBT where I live, that's after a hospital stay for her. Absolutely ridiculous, it's struggle after struggle for you guys and I commend the effort.

Sound, lighting, etc. all good. As good as anyone's. I appreciate your honesty and your thoughts. Hi Ren hits me every time. I hope you'll react to more Ren videos. It doesn't mean that you have to like them all or say he is the greatest artist...just be yourself. You'll find that his fans are very supportive. Anyways, I'll subscribe (I don't follow more than a few reactors) and I encourage you to stick with it. All the best.

44 subs after one day is a great start. Sound and lighting is as good as most and better than some. Be mentored by Ren - stay real and work hard at perfecting what you do - and your followers will come.

Big hugs. The Renegades have you. You're one of ours, and you're never alone. The idea of "burden" is onenof many things society uses to divide us. To create "greater" and "lesser", and to create shame. You are not a burden, though. You prove it here, in this video, and I'm sure, in other ways in your life. You have shown more courage here than some of us gain our whole lives. You've got this.

No need for any apology. Your reaction is honest and pure. Just like Ren's video. Ren truly has a way with words like no other artist i've heard in many years. This particular piece and style is generally not something i like, but this video and the lyrics just hit me right in the very soul. As someone who has lived with severe depression for 40 years now, it struck a a real chord with me. Ren has an unparalleled ability to convey emotion with words. I can't call it song really, coz to me it's more than that, it goes way beyond just a song to me. I have said to other people who react to Hi Ren that i think it's one of the most accurately told and illustrated pieces of art that depict the eternal conflict of the human condition. The battle between the so called "Heaven" and "Hell" and the setting of the eternal conflicts battlefield is the human psyche. Just know that when it feels like you are in the darkest of places, no matter how dark it may seem and feel, know that your are not alone. I know that if you are in that dark place right now, this wont help at all, i know that very well because we don't think with a rational mind when we are at our lowest. All i can say as someone who still walks this earth despite many times being close to call it a day is this: Learn to see the signs of when you are about to fall down, learn about yourself, know yourself and try to come to terms with and accept that maybe, just maybe, this is as good as it ever gets. That way the struggle probably will turn a little bit easier. As Ren put it: It's not a battle for us to "win", it's an Eternal Dance. If we aim to get rid of it completely, we seek to become more than human. We all have our own struggles, to some it may seem less or worse. But all of us carry our very own personal hell and some of us have lost our touch with our heaven. And in order to find a resemblance of heaven again, we need to find ourselves first, Who We Are. I am not a religious person but there is no doubt that the religious ideas makes for a very good concept based way of describing things. There is after all a reason why one of the most captivating stories of all time are those of religious texts. Because who doesn't love a good story? :) And so with these words I hope your days become just a little bit brighter Sir! Godspeed and much love from Sweden!

Great reaction, brother. Much respect for having the courage to open up. I am a 58 y/o, totally and permanently disabled veteran who has been suffering from Chronic Multisymptom Illness (Gulf War Illness) for over 30 years. I have been dealing with mental health issues (Major Clinical Depression, Bipolar Disorder, and Unspecified Mood Disorder) in addition to various chronic physical issues. My mental health cost me a successful military career, a marriage, and friendships to the point that I have become a total recluse for the past 10 years. My condition was brought on by prolonged exposure to low-dose sarin nerve gas and experimental vaccines and meds during the Gulf War. A few years later, the now black-boxed use of the anti-malarial drug "Mefloquine" pushed me over the edge, and I experienced a psychotic episode. For over 15 years, I was in therapy and prescribed a cocktail of max doses of psychotropics until I decided to carefully wean myself off all medications in 2014. The side effects of the drugs were too many and too severe, left me an emotional zombie and the benefits were negligible. I still struggle with my mental health, as well as physical symptoms, daily, but I rather feel pain than nothing at all. Ren has been able to express through his songs what I have been unsuccessfully trying to communicate to others regarding my mental, emotional, and physical struggles. Each new day, I wholly rely on God for my strength and remind myself that I am doing better than I deserve; without Him, I would have "checked out" a long time ago.

Congrats on your first reaction video! You picked a banger to start with! Thanks for being vulnerable. Best to you.

You did gteat! Thank you for being brave. You show the way too. I think the most impactful lines for me were " I'll inspire the meek to be stong". He is brave and clear and strong and cries all tbe time!😂 He has inspired so many people to be brave and try these things out of our comfort zone. Love listening to him talk about creativity and how we shoukd just do and not judge ourselves. So i applaud you. I subbed for more Ren! ❤❤❤❤❤❤

Hi beautiful human, welcome to the reactionworld, honousty is appriciated. Thank you for your reaction, I gladly subscribe. Please accept the biggest hug your heart can handle from a stranger from the Netherlands ❤

For me the ending where he's talking about the pendulum and about how for as light as it gets is as dark as it gets It struck me as much better then battling good and evil.Because inside of us we don't have to be evil but we are going to sin.We're going to have dark times it's a balance that we have to learn to make the dance work correctly.

Thank you for sharing a part of you that many will not. We all fight this internal battle on many varied levels. In my view, we're all cracked eggs and we have the free will to sit around and spoil or turn us into the best souflet we can. Thanks my brother! James

You are brave for doing this. Please do not think you are being "pathetic" as you said. It takes courage and from what I saw in your 20 minute video I can see that. Keep strong. Perhaps listen to more of Ren's music. If you want to talk then you are more than welcome to get in touch. Big virtual hug. Life as you are well aware is not easy. "We must not forget that we are Human Beings"

Thank you for being so vulnerable! Throughout my lifetime I've struggled with various forms of mental health issues many not to my own doing. I had an accident 2 years ago that has left me homebound and losing family members. I just discovered reactions and you touch me and I'm an instant subscriber.. thank you for being so open and honest I wish I could have reached out and given you a hug at the same time I didn't feel so alone in the world. I found that this is also an outlet for people who I'm referring to as haters. I noticed they troll reactions and copy and paste the same negative comments. Please ignore them and know you will have loyal family subscribers. ❤ Ty as a previous comment stated if we give you some advice on reactions it's not negative from the ones who truly care 🤗

Sending you a virtual hug buddy. I was a mess too the first time I heard this piece ; I'm not gonna lie, I've listened to it a few hundred times at this point and still have a lump in my throat. Wishing you the best. 👍

That was wonderful, very authentic. I loved it... Give yourself a massive pat on the back dude you deserve it... Great job

Thank you for being here! I wish my little brother had heard "the words when you loosen the noose on the rope" cuz he didn't. And all I can say, is you ARE IMPORTANT!!! I don't know you, but I can promise you're important!

Hi Choppedliver. I am a 59 year old suicide survivor. I was introduced to Ren March 19, 2023 after being brutally beaten then urinated on by a crazy man. Ren got to me that night with Hi Ren. I've struggled with mental health since my teens. 12 years old was my first suicide attempt. Schizophrenia was diagnosed in my early 20's. Now they say my abuse trauma was the trigger for the Schizophrenia. It's like Ren could hear inside me and my constant battle with my monster inside. Ren saved my life that March 19th. I've been a huge fan since. I am just now able to talk about the mental illness and abuse that I seem to look for. Thanks for sharing your reaction.❤

Wonderful reaction. Everything was perfect. Rens music will touch parts of your soul you thought were lost, and brings emotions up for release. In the release you are free, being weak in your strength is courageous and brave . I can only speak for myself but I am sure the comment section will agree we are here for you . Love from the UK.

Keep reacting, keep connecting, and take your eyes off the shadows. Many times we forget to look up, we forget to be grateful, and we forget that our healing is one praise away...

It was a really good reaction, and I’m surprised that it’s your first. Sound and picture quality were excellent, and this video obviously means a lot to you, which is going to please all of us Ren fans. You are thoughtful, intelligent and articulate, and you have a pleasant voice, so you start off with quite a few advantages over a lot of the RU-vidrs that are already out there. Oh, a lot of reactors get emotional over Ren’s videos, which is not surprising as he touches on some really difficult and uncomfortable issues that affect all of us in some way or another.

Your first video...tech-wise... was certainly better than most. Thanks for joining the ranks of sincere content providers...my true heroes these days!!! Looking forward to your future uploads and wishing you the best in achieving your life's goals... I'll save my hundreds of suggestions for another time...just wanted to applaud the reaction and let you know that your effort also encourages me and likely many others as well.... you are worthy and much appreciated.....Love and Peace for Us All!!!!!

Just found this. All I can say is best wishes from a fellow introvert. Ren is a good place to start, his followers are very passionate, and most are coming from a place of pain and tend to be very understanding.

So glad you chose the iconic Hi Ren for your inaugural video - welcome to RU-vid, we're always happy to meet a fellow Renegade!

Great reaction !! Congrats on taking that first step to do something outside of your comfort zone. As someone who is similar in age to yourself the first time I heard Hi Ren it broke me ( in a good way ) and made me realize it’s ok to show “weakness” . Hope you react to more Ren and I’d suggest anything live by Chris Stapleton. He has a strong reaction following and like Ren is just next level talent. I’ll be following your journey.

I love your sincerity and openness, well done! Embrace the vulnerability, the community will love you for it.

You did it! I look forward to more real authentic reactions from you. Remember to add a few lighter Ren songs into your journey too. Balance is everything.

I think part of the reason that Ren's music touches people so much. Which I do appreciate you're sharing your feelings with us. That's something a lot of people won't do. They will get up and walk out before they show you their tears. But I noticed that the more ished you've gone through. The more ren's music tends to touch you. And I want you to know you're not alone. There's a lot of us that are in the same boat. Or similar boats as you, not all of us have been through the service like you, which I thank you for, but life isn't always easy for everybody, and Ren has had a hugely difficult life. So his ability to connect with those of us who have had difficult lives causes a wave of emotions.

Love you brother! Appreciate you brother! You're not alone, and thank you for taking that plunge into the unknown. You may not realise but this vid has helped many people like yourself. And the Renegade family are the best family to come into when you need good people. Bless you brother and may you find a little more happiness and love through this new platform you've dove into...

You are doing just fine mate. I love your reaction. Keep it coming, you are doing just fine. Subscribed!

Thank you for your service, sir! You did great on your very first reaction. This song hits most people in some way and is so raw, it brings out emotions in most people who see it. I've seen this video hundreds of times now, and it still gets me. Keep on being you and honestly reacting to the music. No need to be ashamed of having feelings or sharing them. Renegades are very good at supporting other folks. I subbed to watch your journey. 😇

Im 62 and this young man is quickly becoming the artist of my lifetime 🇬🇧😊

I don’t look for technical quality in a Ren reaction, I look for genuine feeling and understanding, and I saw that here. I want to say, the main thing I take away from this performance is: you can’t get rid of the dark side, your shadow self. It’s an essential, integral part of you, you really do need it. But you don’t have to let it control you. You have the power within you to be what you desire, take guidance from the shadow when necessary, but understand that under all the bluster and braggadocio it is just fear, and you can deal with it.

Let's go, keep it up. I'll be back subbed 💙 Keep stepping forwards.

Brother, I'm right here with you. Been struggling my entire life with mental health problems. I'm also very introverted and have a hard time talking to anybody or even going outside. Ren is an incredible inspiration. Very happy to have found you, too, and I hope you find that inner strength. Sending you my love ❤

Renegade here for you and your trip down the Ren rabbit hole 🐇 🕳️❤ Liked and subscribed for more Ren ❤

Great honest reaction💕 Much love to you from Scotland💙🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

WOW. I HAVE WATCHED THIS VIDEO MAYBE 300 TIMES BY DIFFERENT REACTORS. YOU ARE MY HERO. THE FIRST HONEST REVIEW I HAVE WATCHED. THANK YOU.

Excellent reaction my guy! You were open and honest most importantly. Your sound was excellent. Bad sound quality makes me peevish. I can’t wait for more Ren. I’m sure Renegades will show up in droves. I’ve subbed. I’m proud of you. 😉💙✌️

I don’t even know how many reactions to Hi Ren I’ve watched. That being said, I have to add that yours is one of my favorites. You knew what to expect going in having seen it before and your reaction is still so raw and real and relatable. Thank you. I can’t wait to see your next video! You’re going to do amazing things.

Well done. I've watched a lot of Hi Ren reactions, because I think it's interesting to hear different people's takes on what I think is a great and important song. I think reactions like yours are no less important than those that have something "profound" to say. Welcome home.

Hang in there brother-man, you're doing just fine. Great pick for a first reaction and more Ren reactions would be a good decision as well - he is just killin" it. Also, Tom MacDonald and Nova Rockafeller (his g.f.) reactions always do well because the entire H.O.G. (hang over gang - their loyal fan base) always show up with tons of support which will boost your numbers significantly. Trust me on this!

excellent reaction.

Great job man. 👍Subscribed! I can so understand that and how it hits you. Much love and big hugs.❤🫂 You are in good hands with the RENegades. We all know the situation where a song totally messes us up and/or we tear up. But that's okay. We're here for each other. That's why I want to be part of this community. When doing more reactions don't just do the heavy stuff, do some uplifting and funny stuff as well.😃 Sorry, but I think it was a bit funny when you started criticizing your own video at the end (19:00) before you've even published it. You sounded exactly like the bad side of Ren in the song. Stay on the light side: you did a great job. One hint: I would turn off the subtitles as they are often erroneous. Ren normally has the lyrics in the description or in a comment below the video. Most lyrics of other songs can be found on the internet somewhere.

I am very proud of you. It takes a lot to make the first step. Your ability to let yourself be raw and real is a true strength. I hope that each successive step allows you to feel more and more comfortable in your skin. BTW, the lighting and sound were great. Thank you for starting. Thank you for admitting the difficulty of taking that first step. Who knows, the strength you showed by starting may be just the inspiration someone needs to take their own first step toward something they have been avoiding. Well met, indeed, sir.

In addition to my previous comment. I was very pleased to see all the positivity you've received in the comments. I never usually send any. You should be proud of yourself to see all these positive remarks and know you've touched people. Stay true to yourself and that was real attract us subscribers who like genuine heartfelt reactions. I'm so pleased to meet you. And yes sir sound audio quality is excellent many haters complain about having to pause. It's necessary for copyrights and us good folks understand LOL I was having a tough night tonight and so glad I stumbled upon your reaction. You touched my soul.I hope you go to sleep one day after reading this and feel good about yourself. 💯💙

Strength not only comes from within, but also with community. When we share and are shared with, we can't help but hold up our fellow human. When you feel alone or different, remember that the person sitting next to you probably has some of the same issues. Hope, never forget to hope.

YOU WAS GREAT ))) GOOD LUCK FURTHER !! 👋👋👋❤

You sir are incredible brave! I could never do that, I could never get infront of a camera and present myself to the world. The lighting was good, the audio as well, the reaction was heartfelt even though you already watched it multiple times. You already seem to be a true Renegade if it still hits you so hard! There's no need to pause to say something profound. It's ok to only pause if you want to say something. You also can play the song in one go, if you have copyright issues, Rens team will sort it out for you, he supports reactors, he want's people to react to his stuff. Not only are you brave, you're also pretty smart (or lucky), you definitely picked the perfect artist for your first go - we got you! A rising tide lifts all ships and your ship is about to fly high! I don't know how deep you already dived into his catalogue and usually I'd request something else but for you it feels like Ren x Chinchilla - How To Be Me is perfect

Great reaction. I can see that this is uncomfortable this is for you, which makes it even more impressive; you're not letting your fear or uncomfortable feelings hinder you and that takes courage. As others have written; showing "weakness" is quite the opposite of weak, it's rather quite brave tbh. Keeping feelings squashed down so deep that you can't even feel them anymore isn't brave; bravery is feeling those feelings deeply and not hiding them away. I think you're really on the right track here. It's not easy to really feel things deeply, but it's the only way to work through them. Thanks for the video =D Oh btw; the lighting is ok, sound is fine and your commentary is good. Quite impressive for a first video!

Great artist to start with.Hopefully we can get the renegades over here.I will let you know.I do tend to comment as I go so if I say something that you say later in the video.That's why although usually I catch it and say you know.Look, sorry I didn't know you were gonna say that earlier.But I know the trick.The more comments you get the more you get pushed out into the algorithm.

Very honest and raw emotions show strength and vulnerability. You did such a beautiful job articulating how REN’s art/message got your attention in a semi-triggering way yet you were moved by his strength to help others which shows you ultimately want not only push yourself out of the box you want to help others too. Brave Hero showed through.

I'm proud of you!!! This was amazing, don't doubt yourself!

You are a brave man and salute you, sir!

I am here for REN and here for you. Love seeing your reaction. COVID messed up a lot of people. 2022 I had COVID twice. April of 2024 I was diagnosed with multiple pulmonary embolus (blood clots in my lungs). I haven’t worked since. If it wasn’t for my kids I would be homeless. My daughter and her roommate moved in and are paying the bills. I’m still having to use oxygen if I walk further than about 15 ft. I love REN and this song. We all have that negative voice that we hear at times trying to pull us down. I hope that you have great success with your channel. Subscribed and wishing you well!

A great start to your reaction career, an honest and raw reaction, just what us RENegades are looking for. Liked & subscribed for more Ren

Your honest and heartfelt reaction had me subscribe. The tears you shed were in commiseration and empathy for another. That is the epitome of strength. I checked out your reaction because I am a Renegade, and I remained to the end because of who you are. I am a survivor of childhood trauma who is well over 60 and still striving to deal with those voices. Thank you for taking this action on your own behalf for all of us. Old Musician From Seattle

Tip: RU-vid’s captions for REN are always wrong. It’s best to turn it off. Keep up the genuine reactions!

Do not put yourself down. This was a FANTASTIC reaction. You are a natural Renegade and, as the comments below already show, the Renegade community is going to love you.

My friend, if you want to start a RU-vid channel, you definitely chose the right song as your first reaction. You have subscribers now, that’s for sure! Thoroughly enjoyed this video and I will definitely be telling my friends. The “Renegades” are amazing, the best audience you could ask for. Looking forward to seeing your reactions in future, thank you for being an authentic human being ❤️

These Ren songs hurt, but I always come out the other side feeling better for it. Songs that make you better.

Whenever tired, look how far you've come. Hang in there brother 🙏🌸💚🌸 Love the video, keep it up 😊... I'm subscribing

Duuuuuude! Absolutely appreciate how you broke thru those nerves and shared this video. As a Renegade & fellow Introvert, I'm so proud of you! Rens music gives us hope. Great job!! 😁

Okay Renegades let's do our thing and help this fan any way we can by subscribing, liking, and sharing

Great reaction lad, takes guts to show ur emotions online and shows ur a real un not looking for clout or something for insta, 11k views in 3 wks is impressive nobody noticing ur audio or lighting issues jus u being real, sending hugs and can u maybe do the tales trilogy please 💜💜💜

Very nice reaction friend. Like others I would like to acknowledge your courage and strength in putting this authentic reaction out there. I hope you can celebrate what you achieved and be proud that you had the bravery to overcome the barriers within yourself. Accepting that you have more courage than the internal and external critics helps to insulate from the negative voices, though it is in our nature to feel the impact of these disproportionately compared to the value we put upon supportive comments.

No words needed, just breath❤ Appreciate you😊

Good reaction. Good luck in the future.

You found the line that knocks the breath out of me every time I hear this masterpiece! “Some people know me as the voice that you hear when you loosen the noose on the rope.” Brilliant, both Ren and you. 🙏😊🙏❤️❤️❤️

Your first song!And straidaway Hi Ren.Cool!Stay strong bro i am with you!Go for it!❤❤❤

Im less than 2 minutes in, and Sir, I want to hug you. Please dont call emotions, "weaknesses"and please dont apologize for having them. I dont know who decided for the rest of us that genuine people have to apologize, and fake people never feel the need. I can't wait to watch the whole thing, but I will tell you that right off the bat. This is great, I subbed for more and will be spreading the word. You are safe in this world. I promise. Will there be a few douch canoes along the way..maybe but that is not the RENagades, and they dont speak for us. Any suggestions are made to help. ❤❤