Jazz Musician REACTS | Ren "Hi Ren" | MUSIC SHED EP332 

Here is some additional information on Ren's story, in case you didn't already know. I gathered it from an old newspaper interview and Ren's livestreams and posts where he discussed his condition. Ren Eryn Gill is a British musician; born in Wales in 1990 or ‘91 (depending on which source you cite), he grew up in Brighton. 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 and subsequently dropped by Sony. 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 lead him to experience psychosis. 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 currently in Canada for more treatments, including surgeries, and will have to be there for at least six months (Summer of 2023). Ren's Canadian doctor discovered that Ren also developed a condition called Mast Cell Activation Disorder, which has affected the myelin sheath in his brain, his thyroid, adrenals, as well as his bones/joints. Ren stated: "It's a lot to wrap my head around having to be away from friends, family, and a successful career, and almost feels like a total juxtaposition to the fact that my music is blowing up right now and spreading to all corners of the world, but that's life, we take the good with the bad." Let's keep supporting Ren and not pull a "Sony" on him as he undergoes his treatment. Check out and subscribe to his channel, 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 this generation, and his work is needed in these troubling times. Here is the link to Ren’s GoFundMe page to raise money for his current treatment. www.gofundme.com/f/ren-get-better-from-lyme-disease-and-autoimmunity

I find it interesting when people like you watch Hi Ren. You're typically super interactive with your piano but Ren is so damn captivating 9min goes by and you realize you've barely touched your instrument. We need more artists like Ren. The level of artistry, passion, and raw talent is breathtaking.

This was the 4th take. He wanted to play it all the way through, uncut, and it took 4 tries to get one he was satisfied with. Marvelous.

Ren is one of the best songwriters alive today, and i will die on that hill

His medical backstory is key to understanding this song. He is currently in Canada receiving long-term medical treatment.

You stopped at Hi Ren? Dive deeper into his catalogue please! Chalk Outlines, The Tales, The Money Game series... - and more Big Push - War Pigs, Swan Song, Bongo Bong He can't be pigeon holed. It's all so good - indulge

Everything about this project is perfectly done. You mention theater. From the changes in lighting, the Rens turning to address one another, to the fact that "good Ren" constantly looks at his fret board out of insecurity in his ability while "evil Ren" is confident and maintains eye contact is completely intentional. I don't think I've ever seen more attention payed to detail. This isn't my favorite Ren piece, but it's by far the most impressive thing he's done as an overall work of art.

This is his own story about his struggles with mental illness that got worse after being bedridden for 23 hours a day. He was continuously misdiagnosed until he finally discovered that he was suffering from Lyme disease. This is the most amazing performance I have ever seen... period! I love good storytelling, creative genius, and poetic lyricism... this video checks al three boxes! Well done Ren... absolutely connected and respected!

I came to your channel after catching your reaction to the “Wade in the Water” video. You bring an incredible enthusiasm and musicality to your reactions, and you have a great talent for timing your pauses for comments! I discovered REN only a few months ago, and have been all the way down the rabbit hole with his former group ‘Trick the Fox’ and ‘the Big Push’ as well as his own music. He is enormously talented, and works very hard at his craft. He enjoys collaborating with other artists. He has just released a hip hop/rap album, just to say he can do it. He’s working now on some remixes, some beautiful ballads, and more collaborations. I love thoughtful, intelligent, and musically knowledgeable reactors who can share my excitement with music. Thank you!

I am so happy to have just found this reaction to Hi Ren! You are a conscious reactor and your enthusiasm is delightful. I enjoyed seeing your reaction to this amazing performance. Thankfully Ren has a healthy and still happily growing catalogue; The Big Push also has lots of good stuff on their separate RU-vid channel. I know you will find many performances that will interest your mind and stir your emotions. Please, do yourself (and us!) the favor of seeing and responding to more of Ren's work. I'm 77 and my husband is 81 and we have experienced a few obvious musical geniuses in our long lifetime so far. We have absolutely no doubt that Ren is a musical/lyrical master and an enlightened thinker/story teller who will be studied and loved for decades to come. We are so happy to be alive to be experiencing Ren in real time! Please give us more of your reactions to Ren and The Big Push, and thank you again for both of your great reactions so far💜

He calls his music BARDCORE. Ren is a musical chameleon. I also recommend Chalk Outlines (live), and trilogy of Jenny, Screech, and Violet's Tale (as one piece, but in THAT order).

The fact that he did this in one take still blows my mind

Hey also, Ren said in a post on his RU-vid channels community tab that if reactors get a copyright strike, appeal it and it’ll be approved. He wants people sharing and reacting to his stuff. Serves to spread his music further and to a wider audience. Being he’s not industry, he really has to depend on that vehicle of advertisement. So no worry about pauses!

Ren is a busker. I think his time busking gives him that edge on these live one shot performances he does. I would recommend Chalk outlines live as well. He has a gift for it. A modern day bard.

It resonates. I can’t watch it, listen to it, without welling up. Often tears stream. Sometimes it’s not even the poignant lines. Sometimes it just the verse when he sings and his voice soars. It’s a very special piece of music.

The man shines like the sun in his brilliance.

Having fought in battles similar to REN I find serenity in this video. I envy his courage and willingness to share his human vulnerability. I have learned that the best revenge is living life well and this realization has helped loosen the rope. Shalom!

I think this is a masterpiece, it not only transcends musical genres, it also transcends art forms. It is a stunning piece of performance art, his characterisations of the voices in his head, with his body language, and the difference in cadence and dynamics are mesmerising. The video is also visually compelling, with the setting and the flickering lights when the darker side is ranting.... its so multi-layered it keeps giving, each time you experience it... and as with all excellent art, it has a powerful message. I've not even mentioned the poetic rhymes and rhythms, the alliteration, the outstanding guitar playing, and his singing voice soars when he lifts in the penultimate movement.

The majority is a live one take performance! He and his videographer Sam, with 3 cameras, did 4 takes and used that 4th take for the majority of it. The other takes were used for edits nearer to the end with the differing camera shots when he gets up.

Ren talked about this song in his Twitch stream back in December. He said he originally wrote it a few years ago but recently said he didn't like it so he went to the beach down in Brighton for a few weeks and rewrote the entire thing. Just watching the waves crash along the shore made it's way into the song. "I will make waves". Originally he said this song had a much darker ending, which I won't go into. This is masterful and I thank you Ren, for this true art piece. Thank you also for your reaction.

He just dropped a retake on Bittersweet Symphony which is the bomb

This is a highly intelligent man who has honed his skills in a way that has been mostly lost in todays world. He has diversified his skill and trial by fire in front of audiences on the street. Writing what he wants and being a modern day Poet Bard musician producer. Good health to him☮️

Loved your reaction! Totally agree that this a live-performed theater piece, not just a song in a music video. I think years from now people will still be analyzing this classic piece of art that brings together his multiple talent on guitar, vocals, musical composition and arranging, lyrics, story telling, rapping, acting, production, in a powerful personal message that connects with people. I heard 'Hi Ren' came to him all at once, conceived within a 24 hour period, and he produced the video and mixed the audio himself, with the help of a few friends. I think he had a lot of ideas that had been brewing for a while, and then suddenly the planets aligned, and he did something very, very special and the world is a better place for it.

Yes!!! I have been waiting for this! He is a musical chameleon. The problem with Hi Ren is that it is too good, too complex to do it justice in a single reaction beyond the message. That is why it is so great to get so many different perspectives. His shorter pieces are equally complex, but, well, shorter. There isn't any miss in his back catalogue. You could just puck pot luck and have something great to explore please come back to him?

I just watched your reactions to The Big Push and also Ren! Please react to more of their work. Both have sooo much music and your reactions were awesome!

My name is Michael and I'm a serial Hi Ren reaction watcher. If you'd like to join my 10 step program to overcome your Hi Ren reaction watching habit... Na... I'm still in waaaay too deep. This reaction was the first I've seen where someone knew who Ren Gill was in advance, had no doubts about his capacity and couldn't wait to go for the ride.

This is THE performance right now (it's not just a song) just started your reaction, cant wait to hear your take!

I appreciate this song on a personal level, but it is so fantastic seeing the responses from actual musicians who can identify and appreciate the technical skill and talent. Thank you!

Ren has a Twitch video on his channel where he shared his purpose in writing this song. It's less than 10 minutes long and really worth the watch.

Many people mention Ren's hardship brought on by misdiagnosed Lyme disease, but he wrote the following in the comment section for the video and it's often goes overlooked. "Up until I was 9 years old, I would intermittently hear a voice in my head that was not my own. The voice was distinctly different to mine, and always negative. It would self criticise or urge me to do things I knew to be morally wrong. The most peculiar thing about the voice was that it took no effort on my behalf to produce. My own thoughts always felt like there was a process that required effort to bring them to the forefront of my mind, this voice appeared as though it was spoken by another. The sentences felt predetermined like they had already been constructed. I remember very vividly at 9 years old, becoming very frustrated with the voice. I stood in my back yard, internally screaming at the voice to be silent again and again, and it did. In a flash there was silence, to the point where my head felt like an empty room. I wasn't used to the quiet and that voice never returned. It almost felt lonely in my head. When I got older I had intermittent bouts with auditory hallucinations where I would hear perfect symphonies, usually at night when drifting off to sleep. They were so clear that they sounded like they were emanating from a radio in the corner of my room. I knew they weren't there, but for some reason they never came with the feeling of fear. I also recall sitting on a bus at the age of 15, and hearing the sound of a crowded room, with about 100 voices chattering away, I was the only person apart from the driver on the bus. These experiences were always very brief, and few and far between. My last hallucination was during an intense bout of psychosis in 2015, and was my first visual hallucination. I was walking down a pavement after jumping out my mums car in a crossroads in a moment of frustration and distress with my condition. I was trying to run from myself. What appeared to be a homeless man with a dark complexion approached me, and asked me what was wrong. I explained that I had been sick most my life, and I wasn't sure I had the strength to continue. He looked at me, and smiled and told me 'everything is going to be okay in the end Ren.' I had not told him my name. There was something so overpoweringly sincere about this very simple message, which brought with it an overwhelming feeling of inner peace, and in a flash, he vanished. My rational brain always linked these experiences to what the doctors have told me, that there are parts of my brain compromised by the autoimmunity in my body. That the myelin sheaths surrounding the complex electrical system that conduct my thoughts were damaged and compromised, causing these lucid experiences that I knew did not exist inside the physical world. The part of me that edges away from logical and rational thought always attributed these thoughts to some kind of otherworldly intervention, that made my thoughts the battleground of some spiritual tug of war. For a long time I never really acknowledged this part of myself, for with it brought the danger and stigma of sounding like a crazy person. I decided with my latest release, to the best of my ability, to capture and express this chess match of thought."

Please do more Ren, the list of gems is endless!

I love this kid. He has sent me on this fantastic journey through his playlist and I have found some real gems. Thought provoking gems that get me right in my feels. And it is funny that Ren has shown up on the radar, my radar, in a time needed. I love the theatric and honestly I dont want to just listen to a sterile track when I think of him. His live set and stage with the camera person is whole package. I love it. Sony music I hear dropped him...pfft. Maybe that is a blessing for us and for Ren. I have watched so many reacts...it is crazy. And a charming couple did a react and his sweet wife I think put it best for me, "I just want to give him a hug and tell him (Ren), thank you." Thanks for the react....good one.

Amazing boy... It made me cry.. Very impressive. Thank you for the video.

Ren is therapy for so many from one song he helps so many people open up in ways therapists struggle to do in person

Loved your reaction. I could see how you felt about this and i agree with you. Ren is genius where music is concerned, and this was a little gem of a creative masterpiece. You have a subscription from me, thanks

This was so good! More Ren reactions, please and thank you! ❤

Loved the reaction! I first watched this video in Filmmaker's reactions with a very different perspective (like using flickering lights during the chaotic parts). Loved your insight from the musician's standpoint. And I absolutely agree that it feels very theatrical and this is why I loved this music video in the first place.

Really great reaction - you were smiling the whole way. Thanks ❤ Hope you’ll react to more Ren “masterpieces” e.g. The Tales of Jenny and Screech and Violet.

I loved your reaction! It was like a proud "father" moment. ❤

You should definitely see his song: "The Tale of Jenny and Screach (full)", but it has to be the "full". It's definitely a masterpiece.

I loved your reaction. I’ve seen probably 100 of them and when you paused just to laugh and say I love this I subscribed.

So good to see you again. as the wheel has turned once again bringing you back into view. The last time was with the Dimash adventure, another exceptional talent, both messengers with different angled approaches. Our Star children have come to teach and to heal. When I was with CBS before Sony, I sought out options. The talent industry no longer developed talent and it's only gotten worse. For all about the internet I hate, it has brought joy in finding the exceptional.

I think you hit on part of the excitement-his skill is such that he needs no adornment beyond that which he wants to give it like a great room or some of his own backing vocals and beats. You grasp the rarity of the talent, the completeness of his vision and execution, right away. Not comparing catalogs or talents one to one, but the person who comes to mind is prince. He knew what he wanted it to look and sound like, and usually took care of all that himself, whatever it was.

Ren's talent can burn down the Whole Music Industry of the Americans just by whistling

Ren is truly a beautiful soul! I feel blessed to have been following him for several years! He is the modern-day Minstrel poet bard! His empathy and dedication to truth is his best quality🌿💔

I love me some REN ✨🎶😉✌🏽music is life!🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶

I love your reaction (and your t-shirt😊). Your delight in Ren and the recognition of his talent brought me so much joy. Subscribed. I will check out your suggestions. 🩵🩵🩵

I just found your channel last night and was loving what I’ve seen so far, and when I woke up today seeing you’ve done Hi Ren made me so happy; this song is amazing, and I get chills every time I hear it. He’s an awesome talent, and he’s been making the rounds online connecting with his audience so you know that he’s a genuine soul. Thanks for the great content!

First of all Have a Merry Christmas Music Shed🎄🎁❄️ I discovered REN about 5 months ago and HI REN touched me so much. He’s truly a musical, lyrical genius helping others suffering with similarities🎉🎉💜💜

WoW... that was deeper than deep. Performing arts personified.

What a lovely reaction. Thank you for your thoughts and your tears. Bless you.

You have to check out his trilogy of Jenny, screech, and violets tale. It is also a masterpiece

Love your reaction. I was so impressed that I actually started listening to music again which I hadn't for years. I would bet that you'd love his Trilogy of Jenny and Screech. It's like a traveling bard telling tales across land about the people he met along the way.

Love all your content and the layers of the onion you peel!! Can't wait to see your review of Tyrese and Lenny Kravitz-Dont think you ever loved me. So much soul and blues! The composition and arrangement is brilliant! Instant classic! It's right in your wheel house. Keep up the amazing work! 💯

Chalk Outline sung by Ren and Chinchilla is also live as many of Ren's recordings are. Just like he says in Hi Ren, he's a genius. His following has exploded in the last few months. I'm all in. ❤🎶👍🏼🤩

Loved the moment when you found layers beyond the voices of doubt.

I loved your reaction to this masterpiece! Why haven't you done more reactions to his art - there are so many great performances from him as well as with his band the big push - covers and original as well as other collections with other artists

More Ren!

After many many years finally I saw some good and original art

Great reaction. If you would like more theatre then you could watch his trilogy, 'Jenny & Screech (Full)'. If you would like to hear something more traditional but equally brilliant you could try, 'Chalk Outlines' or 'How to be me'. Thanks again.

The way I think to describe this is introspective art.

We ALL have this inner-battle, maybe not to this extent, but we ALL do. "You're not Good enough, good looking enough, smart enough, talented enough, strong enough, etc.". Ren is a Poet, a composer, a songwriter, a musician, a singer, a rapper, an actor.....an Artist.

The world needs more Ren, Ren´s, RENewal.

My first comment when I initially stumbled upon Ren back in Dec 2022 was this, and 300 reaction videos later, I still stand by it: "I have never wanted to, nor have I ever seen a Broadway show...I would see this Broadway show! The music, the lyrics, the passion, the struggle, the perseverance...and the soliloquy at the end was pure beauty. This is a Masterpiece!"

“Hi Ren" is the song that put Ren on everyone's radar since December; it went viral and has garnered more than 5 million views since its debut, but he has been creating great music for more than ten years. Ren’s music videos are generally recorded live, often in a single take, although not necessarily the first take, and from various camera angles. His release, "Sick Boi," is almost another chapter to "Hi Ren." Many of his songs resonate with people because he addresses struggles that many others face every day. Ren plays multiple instruments (acoustic, electric, and bass guitar, piano, drums), has impressive vocals, is an excellent storyteller, and is quite the philosopher and poet. He is considered by many a modern bard. His trilogy "The Tale of Jenny/Screech/Violet" is haunting and has an unforeseen conclusion. It needs to be watched in the order given, as this is the flow of the storyline. It is another example of Ren’s genius and a master’s class in storytelling. It has been likened to a Shakespearean tragedy. Ren’s collaborations with Chinchilla (“Chalk Outlines,” “How to Be Me”) are beautiful and showcase his singing voice while addressing mental health. His live music videos are especially impressive. 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, although it is less of a personal song than it is an indictment of greed and the resulting injustices in this world. Ren’s Hip Hop/Rap style songs are all worth checking out if you enjoy this genre; they are pretty amazing. Check out “The Hunger,” “Genesis,” “What You Want,” “Losing it (FISHER rap retake),” “Right here, right now (Fatboy Slim one shot retake),” "Life is Funny," “Love Music (Parts 1, 2, and 3),” “Crucify Your Culture,” “Power,” and his latest release, “Bittersweet symphony (The Verve retake).” His performances with Sam Tompkins (“Blind Eyed,” “Earned it /Mans World / Falling,” “Walking on the moon/No Diggity”), Eden Nash (“Humble,” “Ocean”), Bibi (“Crutch,” “Ahiahiaoha”), Molly McKinna (“Penitence”), his former bandmate, Romain Axisa (“French Song”) are all great. Ren's performances as a member of the band "The Big Push" (which unfortunately broke up), their busking (street performances), concerts, and their live recordings, are awesome and well worth checking out. Ren's covers of "I Shot the Sheriff," "Wade in the Water," "An Englishman in New York," “War Pigs,” the songs "Oh My Woman," “Swan Song,” "War Pigs," "Sweet Little Lady," "It's Alright," "Watch Out," “Dignity,” and so many others are equally impressive. Ren recently released his 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 six months that he expects to be gone. As mentioned above, his latest release, “Bittersweet Symphony (The Verve retake),” is another masterful work.

id love to see you do more reactions of ren either solo or with the big push his band members are full of talent too

Immediately wanted to play along on that piano and resisted... I don't know how you did it... 😂🤣😂🤣

I’m very surprised you haven’t done more Ren reactions because my man is so, so much more than Hi Ren, he is a genre bending frickin genius. Every song is a masterpiece in a different way, different style, both when he performs on his own or with the Big Push ( who also have their own songs as well as covers) and with whoever he sings with - Chinchilla and Sam Tomkins - all those duets are phenomenal. He is blowing up and everyone he performs with including all the members of the Big Push can sing and all have awesome singles too. You need to dive and dive deep man cos you are missing out big time and so are your subscribers. Ren raps, sings, beat boxes, makes all his own beats, writes incredible lyrics, plays instruments (all self taught too) - and all while being flipppin sick for years and being misdiagnosed by doctors making his condition worse. He is now in Canada for 6 months getting treatment but blowing up on RU-vid too. Try Sick boi next, you won’t be disappointed.

Electronic music will never replace the raw battery of our fingers and nails.

he should do a theatre tour...some sonic shakespeare. I hear so much sting but so much sound and feel its like synchronicity symphony. Its what you said he just has it...improv/ jazz level in moment one take touch. So many layers really facinating creative process going on incredible.

Great reaction. Thanks.

I'm 68 and have listened to so much music.....this guy is a generational genius.

I hope you going to do more Ren and The big Push reactions. I love the live versions.

Thank you, Ren

Incredible piece of art ❤

More Ren and more of the big push❣️

There are some other specific videos I now want to see your reaction to! Ren The Tale of Jenny & Screech Full (including Violets Tale) it's a single take live trilogy to make sense of in that order (Trigger warning of Violence, loss of life & Domestic Violence/Sexual Abuse inferred) Then there's Chalk Outlines & How to be Me. Which Ren features Chinchilla. Then lastly Ren Ready for You... I'm really interested in your take.

Rens Back on 74 / Message In A Bottle (Live retake) and Fred again mash up will blow your mind

This is a very 'complete' piece of work - the words, the ideas, the music, his voice, and the videography - they are all aligned and complementary to his message. It's a remarkable performance, and a very theatrical one, in its way. Much of what he has written is in very metrical blank verse - iambic pentameters to be precise: five pairs of beats per line, dee-dum-dee-dum-dee-dum-dee-dum-dee-dum. This is the basic verse structure that Shakrspeare used throughout his dramatic works. It's a metre that is very aligned to the natural rhythms of English, to the point that it's easy to forget that it is verse. Like Shakespeare, when Ren breaks his rhythm, he does so with intention, to draw our attention to something important. He also draws attention to the song itself, just as Shakespeare would occasionally remind his audience that they were watching a play, even though they were engrossed in the story. Finally, Ren's use of language and imagery is poetic, and incredibly visceral in places; and again, he reminds me of Shakespeare. Which is not something I often find myself saying when listening to contemporary music! It's pretty damn cool! I gather he's been through the mill since his adolescence, and is currently receiving medical treatment in Canada for the long term effects of Lyme's disease. I'm sure the success of this performance will help a great deal with his medical expenses - and it must also provide him with an incredible feeling of vindication (or something like that) that his struggles have been to some purpose. I'm also sure he's got more to say - this piece very personal and specific to his situation, but it's also underpinned by so many good creative things, that it will not be a mere flash in the pan.

the more u look into his life, the more u understand why and how he wrote these songs! by the way the tale of Jenny and screech all 3 parts should be next! hugs all around

As long as people listen to music this will be played and played and played

It's what's known as 'creative genius'.

I have a feeling if you were to reach out to him he would respond. He has been really open about the stuff he has been thru. I would love to see you two have a sit down discussing the process. Love your reactions.

Great reaction. Agree that Ren is s soulful. I would meet him busking in brighton and would watch him mesmerized. I actually told my wife last year that this guy will be massive. I think I was right!! What a masterpiece

This is a true masterpiece!

Love all of your video commentary...but this one was special. Love Ren!!

Just doing a deepdive in ren and I just spotted that you reacted to him busking in ep 109 2 years ago.

I've watched a LOT of reactions to this amazing song over the past couple of weeks, and this one is my favorite. Fun to watch you enjoy it and cheer Ren on and experience all it's ups and downs.

You should watch his interview with Justin Hawkins. His story is so heartbreaking and inspiring.

I plan to email you with screenshots of his words. You can't add them here. I'd like to share my story as well. I think it would resonate with you. That being said, I want to thank you. Since I discovered this video more than a year ago, i have seen MANY reaction videos, and most of them miss the mark. Either they try to break down what he is trying to say without asking key questions, and sound as though they've got it all figured out (which, admittedly, we can agree thats part of the beauty of music - we can all connect on our own level and find our own meanings in the songs 🤷‍♀️); or, they don't hit on key musical contributions to the "theater" of whats happening. It's frustrating at times, because I feel like some of the things they glaze over are essential. You are the first reactor I've heard mention the classical guitar. I've been waiting for just one person to acknowledge the juxtaposition of this choice. I feel like it was an intentional style choice that very few appreciate. After watching your reaction to The Big Push's performance of Wade in the Water/Trouble so Hard, this is my second viewing of your material. I watched as you paused and picked apart, piece-by-piece, every sound and emotional vibration The Big Push expounded. I started this video asking out loud, "PLEASE! Please mention the classical guitar." The nylon strings were the first thing you pointed out. I knew then, you were listening - not JUST with intention - but with your musical soul. Thank you. I also want to say how much I appreciated you holding back in those moments when I was sure you were about to pause the video. I could see and feel the struggle. I understand. Its so much to process, and it all happens at once, like a sensory overload. I truly believe he did that intentionally. It conveys the same sensory overload that someone who struggles with delusions would experience in these moments. You caught that. Again, thank you. I look forward to spending more time with your channel. Thank you for you insightful contributions.

No need to pause Ren's performances... Which is what they are. He supports creators cause he knows you get what you put out there. He's a true artist.

I don't know if I love it but I definitely see the genius

Awesome reaction. Thank you.

When all parts of yourself, including your world, are stripped away, and you find that there is just you, your fear, and self doubt. Bc they are eternal/immortal. They cant be vanquished, not permanently. They will always return. All we can strive to do is deny them power. The same is true for regret, guilt, and all other specifically human conditions. Just keep dancing everyone. Love y'all

Im going down a rabbit hole of watching people react to Hi ren, and I smiled so much and loved your little intro on the keys, that was great :)

I love your admiration of the fact that this is live & is ‘theatre’. Ren absolutely is special….Uber skills & performing chops coming from being a superb busker.

Ren wrote this song, then scrapped it completely but liked the concept so he re-wrote it. It took 2 weeks.

Great reaction.

Lets help Ren grow his Music✊who's in...

Ren is incredible! Please react to more of his music, such as Chalk Outlines, Money Game 1 & 2, Sick Boi, Jenny and Screetch trilogy, and Hunger. Also more Big Push performances please, as well as Ren's performances with Sam Tompkins - Blind Eyed & Earned it/ Man's World/Falling. So many awesome song options!