Ren - Hi Ren | THVS Reacts 

The tales of Jenny and screech is a must watch! You will not be disappointed

❤️💚💙💜Ren just turned 34. From age 19-26 he was mostly bedbound at home suffering from undiagnosed/misdiagnosed Lyme disease that ravaged his body, then mind. A stem cell transplant in 2016 slowly brought him back to about 70% or so. Since then he's been making up for time playing and rapping as well as trying to cure many of the other ailments related to the Lyme going untreated for so many years. He's a solo independent artist that sings, raps, directs produces, and mixes and masters his work on most of his music so far.

"THE HUNGER" NEXT Absolutely crazy to go from Hi, Ren to The Hunger. You gotta do that next. Nate Ross will appreciate it.

I think the renegades would really appreciate you going down the rabbit hole. With a few exceptions we are a supportive and rather passionate little cult. Ren had a couple of successes and a couple of viral videos before Hi Ren, but his description of his music following in this song was true. He had about 300 000 followers on youtube when Hi Ren came out. They had taken a lot of time rehearsing and setting up for the video, but by the time they were ready to shoot, the owner of the building came in and told them to leave. They got half an hour from him and managed four takes live in that time. This is number four. Ren thought he'd messed it up, but the video spoke to people, and he didn't stop growing since. I remember the first million views, which were followed, funnily enough, by it being played on the radio. His fans grew like crazy, many of us grateful for being heard and spoken for. He produced an album called Sick Boi last year with next to no conventional publicity, no live performances, almost no TV, bandit beat Rick Astley to number 1 in the UK. Ren is hugely versatile. There is still the tale of Jenny and Screech as a masterful performance piece, and the rest are more typical songs. What genre? Well you can never know before he opens his mouth. His latest shoutout was Russel Crowe who spoke very highly of him. Fanbase is between 5 and 90 years old, all musical tastes, all walks of life, all political orientations. Glad you found us and we found you. Enjoy the ride.

It has to be the tales of Jenny and screech and violets tale trilogy. Must be all at the same time.

What's next? That's the question 😁 If you wanted more theater, guitar playing, great acting by Ren, I would choose Tales of Jenny and Screech (choose the full version, over 13 minutes long). Would you prefer Ren rapping, I would choose The Hunger, Sick Boi, Illest of our time, Genesis, Murderer, Wicked Ways, Nas Retake or his latest, very important song Troubles. Or maybe you want to hear Ren's vocal abilities, I would choose Chalk Outlines, How to be me or one of the newer ones Back to 74-message in a bottle retake. Ren was also in a band called The Big Push, they performed mainly on the street and their live videos are amazing, I recommend I shot the sheriff, Paint it Black, War Pigs (choose the video where Ren has red suspenders, better quality) Wade in the water /Nina Simone. Ren also plays the piano, Mackay's song is must. Great reaction, looking forward to the next one😊❤

This doesn't follow the format.... yup, that's Ren. The amazing part of Ren's music is you've watched 2 so far, both 9+ minutes long and you were engaged the whole time. Most of Ren's videos are done with less than $1000 budget (at least to date) with the exception of Money Game 3. A large majority, like this are live and 1 shot. (he's had video's that have taken over 100 attempts to get that 1 shot). Ren is his own production team. He writes, performs and produces his own stuff. There are some he even did most of the filming (or set up all the shots and directed the whole thing.) That's why his stuff resonates. He is in every part of all of it so you see his unfiltered vision.

Greatest musical performance I've ever seen

I'd like to recommend something that shines a light on Ren's rapping skills. "Genesis" or "the Hunger". Ren is a real talent. Singing, multi-instrumentalist, beat boxing, rapping, beat making (most of the beats he has are his own, though some overzealous fans try to say otherwise), directing, writing...you get the picture. He's also got an animated video that reminds me a bit of that video of yours that you sampled here. Really nice work from both of you on that btw.

One thing to consider about this music is that this is the music that blew him up on the internet. He had been doing music for a very long time, he had even been signed to a subsidiary of Sony when he was about 19, to which he couldn't keep his contract obligations because of his illnesses and they parted. Nevertheless after several years constantly bed ridden he had gotten himself a small but dedicated following. And he a was well known street performer in Brighton (UK). This music catapulted him, but when listened to, one has to consider the lyrics are from someone who is and knows he is a relative unknown artist.

As regards to originality, Ren has often said that nothing is original and that he borrows from the past, but pays homage to the artists who inspired him to make his "new" sound. Many of the Renegades are from a generation older than Ren's - possibly partly because a lot of his influences (hip hop, reggae, punk) are from the 80s/90s, but also because his values represent an earlier time i.e. compassion, integrity, authenticity, empathy (with a side order of healthy rebellion)

Ren is never showing off. He's always showing off because he can. 😂😂 😅

“Hospital gowns with socks is the new sandals with socks” 😂

Please Sirs…..consider his recent Back on 74/Message in a Bottle and this band (The Big Push) live mashup of I Shot the Sheriff/Road to Zion/Hip Hop - the one with ren wearing red suspenders

WELCOME ABOARD THE RENAGADE EXPRESS 🚂🚂🚂. Ps you're not on the train until Hi Ren. I don't think you totally felt MG3 but saw the numbers you got from it so I hope you fall in love with Rens artistry and music as all us Renegades have... He has so many Easter eggs, artists and styles he looks up to, amazing lyricist and all around musician. He is the first artist who does it all in my lifetime. And My fave part- HE'S INDEPENDENT 🔥🔥🔥

The tales of Jenny and screech (full version that’s 13min) is the next one for sure.

Yeah, that was awesome gents - really appreciate your learned and insider perspective on the music and filmography. Prof and Ren collab out any minute - recommend jumping on that one as soon as it lands! If you want more of this, I’d go the Tales of Jenny and Screech (complete 13min video) or for some more true rap…. I dunno, maybe Losing It as it’s a good mix of his rap skills, producing and just a fun grassroots film clip.

FYI: _Ren_ does his musical art pieces like this and 'Money game part 3' but he also has plenty of mainstream content with verse/pre-chorus/chorus etc. With beats, singing, rapping and so on...🕳🐇

Looking forward to more Ren reactions ♥️. If you're interested in more of his theatrical pieces then you want 'the tale of Jenny and screech' (full version is about 12 mins I think) and 'money game part 1'. Other than that, happy travels down the multi genre rabbit hole of Ren! But might be a good idea to watch 'sick boi' next to get some context of his life

1 take as well. Rens videos are like 92% live and 1 takes. Ren produces/makes his beats, his lyrics, and does everything!

This boy aint flexing at the start, he sets the tone. Raw and sightly off key. This boy has a BIG catalog and they are all good and never the same, all genres, hell he even has one from 8 years ago that is a sort of country rapping. But you have ot understand, he has been through hell, misdiagnosed with Limes disease for so long, and writing material all that time. Dropped by Sony because of it.

Let's gooo. I'm so excited to be here for this

All of those things are exactly what makes him original!

It was only a matter of time before you went down this rabbit hole, the way you guys reacted to money game 3 I knew you would do more ren. I cant wait for this one!

Damn dude, caught the 2 opposing shadows off the bat. Good shit man.

The tale of Jenny and Screch

Great reaction! Thanks for that. The Renegades are lining up for more! Enjoy the roller coaster ride that is Ren. ☮️❤️😎

gotta watch "troubles" next so you can understand his life story and after that every song from him would make perfect sense

Welcome to the REN-aissance!

If you guys into Rap Here are my suggestions 1.Money game pt 2 2.Hunger 3.love music pt2 , pt3 and P4 4.down on the beat( edm rap) 5.wicked ways 6.what you want 7.hold on

She sells sea shells line in this is a reference to Money Game Pt2 so definitely hit those up still.

Making us wait 5 more days? Sadists!

So many good ones, here for them all! Great reaction

(The tales of Jenny and screech full 13 min. version). After you watch that and your minds are blown, you will definitely say "No one has done anything like that or to that caliber before." He is a full blown musician that can jam hard with his bass guitar or shred his favorite Fender Telecaster (or sound like any singer he wants). His band is super. Great reaction and I love you have musical and camera/video knowledge together. Nice job😎

Enjoy everyone😁

Ren was never in any institution, but he spent like 7-8 years stuck in bed, mostly at his mom's house. His mental health issues were a side-effect of being repeatedly misdiagnosed. Turns out he has Lyme Disease, an infection that can be caused by a tick bite. Years of leaving that infection untreated, coupled with medical treatments he didn't actually need ravaged both his body and mind. He finally got the right diagnosis and when treatment started, he started to get better. He still lives with daily pain and probably will for life.

'Tale of Jenny and Screech (Full)' is a 3 part (in one video) story. Watch that and get freaked out as much as Money Game 3.

Lol, you guys are entertaining and satisfy me physically... ugh let me rephrase that 😂😂😂 Really enjoyed your insights. You two picked up on a lot especially the two shadows. Haven't seen many talk about that. I subbed for more Ren ❤ I recommend The Hunger and if u haven't gotten into The Big Push (Ren is part of that band) try What Kind of Woman is This. Have a great night!

Great reaction! There is so much more to love.❤

You guys feelin' it and then getting down by dancing in your seats is what got my subscribe! Amusing yet genuine! 😄

Dope reactions. Thank you both. Subscribed for sure

I've listened to countless reactions to Hi Ren, and I can honestly say this has been the most enjoyable. Thanks, guys. ❤

Great reaction team guys! Enjoyed youre rap video too. Thx!

I cant wait for more reactions of Ren from you guys ❤

Ren's regular DP and co-director on most of his videos is Samuel Perry-Falvey. They've been working together for years. He's a master of making an amazing video with nothing. Like, zero budget stuff. MG3 was the first video they ever made together that cost more than about $1000.

Rens last single Troubles, goes into the yrs of 19-26 and has🔥production. I would stick to reactions from his Sick Boi hip hop album that went #1 in the UK and the last 5 or so drops since then for now. They're all different.

Welcome to the Ren train. Thanks for watching and sharing his talent far n wide. Ren is a legend . Mega talented man. Should be more famous than 98% of music stars out there

Oh my god you are the first person I have ever seen react to him and mention the two shadows... Such a powerful choice. I fucking love that you all noticed that right away

I love that this is all done in one take. Different camera angles and fantastic lighting, even down to the light play with the shadows on the floor. OH, some of that amazing theatrical talent comes from the fact that Ren is a street busker in Brighton Beach. He also has a band called 'The Big Push.' WELCOME to the Ren rabbit hole! It's warm and cozy and we have cookies to share. 😃

Just found your channel, I'll be going back to watch your reaction to Money Game 3. Ren is a generational talent, he's an absolute prodigy, entirely self-taught on multiple instruments. It's a good rabbit hole to go down, and I'll be here for the ride! Money Game 1 & 2 are both amazing. Sick Boi is kind of a natural follow-up to Hi Ren. How to be Me is beautiful, and you can get introduced to Chinchilla - she and Ren together are an incredible duo. Really, it's hard to go wrong with Ren; you can throw a dart, and whichever song it lands on will only make you love him more!

Great reaction, y'all! Liked & Subscribed 👊 Really dug the color palette in the clip you showed from your own song, too

Wow you fellas are in for a great ride. As a Renegade it’s so exciting to know what’s ahead for ya. The rabbit hole is deep. Great reaction. Just subbed.

Money Game 3 was Ren's first video with a budget over £1,000. He's completely independent and doesn't have a record label budget. They only had 4 attempts at this because they didn't have permission to be at this location and got kicked out.

Wow y’all appreciated the hell out of that all the way through! Love it! The man really speaks to so many of us dancing in the dark for so many reasons, just trying to stay on the planet and be who we are in happy healthy ways. He’s not afraid to look at the raw experiences so many of us have even when some of us can perform each day as if we don’t. On top of everything else he’s doing, he’s an incredible source of cultural commentary and points our choices out clearly again and again. Good Stuff. High Integrity. Big Heart. Responsibly Intelligent. Hilarious and ADHD af :D Humble and Loud at the same time. We need Ren in the world. Thanks for the time and appreciation for him and his messages!! (The rabbit hole is full of intertextuality and you’ll see patterns and threads of his philosophies and thoughts throughout, along with a lot of writerly playfulness.)❤

Dudes...watched hundreds of reactors for this video. The casting of multiple shadows is epic. Not seen that caught yet. So totally meaningful. Thanks for the eyes my brothers!

Also- just saw you reacted to Sam Tompkins. Ren and Sam have some incredible busking videos on Ren's channel. I would recommend their busking Blind Eye, Improvising around Stevie Wonder, but to me, the best, is the mash up of Earned it/Man's World/Falling. You're right- Sam is incredible. Amazing voice. Anywho- basically...Ren can't be boxed in a genre. He's just an artist who loves what he does and does what he wants. Music and creating is his therapy.

One of my new favorite things is artists showing love to other artists and then being able to share their own work. Such a great way to get your stuff out to new eyes. Loved your thoughts on this piece and your clip was great. I will check it out.

great reaction guys really enjoyed it and your comments and thoughts about it. you should check out something a little different, the Ren rabbit hole is very unique so as many have suggested try 'The Hunger'and/or 'Genesis' next before Jenny and Screech.

Ren is one of one

Aaah I just subscribed to you guy now cos I want to see more Ren reactions. Yous are in for a treat of a lifetime!! I had pretty much stopped listening to music when I discovered Ren like a month ago, and now I listen to him everyday. I didn't even know I liked rap before I found him. I guess it's cos he don't just rap the usual stuff about murdering people, drugs, sex etc.

Great reaction guys! Renegade here, subbed for more 👍

I loved y'alls Money Game 3 reaction. The two of you play so well off each other that it makes for such a great reaction. I'm glad that you are going back to Hi Ren where a lot of us Renegades got our start. I can't wait to see y'alls journey down the Ren rabbit hole. I look forward to your reactions to some of his rap heavy videos. Honestly I've loved everything Ren had put out. For a full on Flex of different rap cadences, look at Hunger. And i fully agree with another comment of all the video's you must try. If you could react to the whole catalog, that would be superb. Lol. Thank you for your time

So glad you are getting on this one. It is amazing.. this one got me stuck on the Ren train over a year and a half ago! Best thing ever! I haven't looked back yet! I hope you do the full tale of Jenny and Screech trust me it is insane but so good!

RENegade here for your Ren journey!! 😊 I can't wait!!

Great reaction guys can’t wait for the entire REN journey

Great reaction to the Goat....thanks guys appreciate you👍👍

Great reaction! I can't wait for more Ren from you guys.

New sub for more Ren....... You lads are going to love watching Ren and his amazing talented friends. Great job thanks

Sometimes it better to just listen especially when it comes to REN fortunately REN is reactor freindly no pauses needed & He's very original that why he has the most diversity of a fan base since Micheal Jackson.

I like you guys! The oohs are the haunting. Very observant. Much love ❤️ Sue

If you like the theatrical aspect of his music id suggest the tale of Jenny and screech

Hey guys! I’ve subbed. I want to ride along with you down Ren’s rabbit hole. I really enjoy your Ren reactions. 😉❤️✌️

💡Most people will say the Tales of Jenny and Screech BUT my suggestion is “The Hunger” it’s a short one and shows off all of his RAP skils. Like a lot but not all this a one take but not a live voice recording like Hi Ren was. Because The Hunger Is short also do a 2nd one, I’d suggest “Power” Another pair of reactors I’m now subscribed to and can’t wait to see you REN and other reactions.

Let's fnnnn go❤❤❤❤❤

OF COURSE next you have to watch the Tale of Jenny and Screech. Make sure its the full version with all three tales.

If you want a fairly concise summary of his medical journey, check out Troubles (better still check out his Chapters 1 - 8 - these are spoken word and lengthy)

Great reaction, guys. If you want some rap flow switches and lyricism plus a bit about his physical/mental issues you should check out Seven Sins lyric video or the fan-made visualizer video.

It's a battle with his subconscious perfectly mind blowing man right there 💯💯🙌

Another fantastic reaction! I'll spare you Ren's story because I see below that others have told it. Just a few days ago he had his final in a year and a half long series of experimental treatments for his extraordinary host of conditions, and he reported that he's doing much better and ready to finally leave Canada and move home to Great Britain, to stop those regular treatments (with boosters now and then), but that he's far from "cured" and still has big health struggles. The thing with Ren is, he is fucking strong. And he makes us Renegades stronger every day. Oh, and by the way -- all the latest songs and videos you'll find from Hi Ren to Money Game 3 and dozens in between, and his album, Sick Boi, which debuted at No. 1 on the UK charts and is winning all kinds of film festival awards -- were written or recorded in that year and a half of extraordinary pain, illness, and several times a week IV treatments. I mean, seriously? The term once-in-a-lifetime artist gets thrown around too much, but in this case it fits. I can't wait to see your future reactions to Ren (and the rest of your stuff, of course). I only wish I could afford to make it to England next month and The Secret Garden Party concerts, where Ren is headlining (and meeting up with a few close personal friends like Chinchilla, Romain Axisa, and Scarlett Fae).

Love that you caught the lighting differences before Ren even got into it, as it is two different sides playing off one another!

After the Jenny and Screech trilogy, you will definitely enjoy seeing Ren and Sam Tompkins collab on a song called Blind Eyed. Multiple versions exist out there, but I think the Music Crowns (MC Sessions) version is the best.

The renegades will bring the numbers up! The economic things you talked about were bang on btw ! Ren is a sick artist all the same and every tune / artistic masterpiece hits!

Yes the Ren Rabbit Hole next move must be The Hunger and The Tale of Jenny and Screech. But PLEASE, do not leave out Losing It or Chalk Outlines ft. Chinchilla. Those two sometimes don't get caught until the end, but they both show sides of his talent that is just as important as all the other facets of what this amazing artist can do. ❤

Looking forward to more…there’s enough suggestions here and Ren never seems to miss and will have you constantly saying that you didn’t expect that. 😂

I’m 62 never seen an artist like ren since I followed music in the 90s sure someone will come out with a good song but he delivers the whole package continuously restores my faith we may get thru the glut of meh music that bombards the radio

Great reaction, great insight❤❤❤

Ren had just signed a contract with Sony for his first big album. Then he was bed ridden with pain. Sony dropped the contract and for the next several years he was bounced around from doctor to doctor who continually pushed stronger and stronger psychoactive drugs on him. Non of them worked. He eventually went back to live with his mom and was wasting away. 23 out of 24 hours a day were in bed. He still had full body pain and the drugs would often leave him in psychosis and hallucinations. Eventually he found a doctor that correctly diagnosed him with Lyme Disease from a tic bite. Lyme disease is a bacterial infection that affects your nerves and even your brain. He is now in a stem cell treatment program in Canada to help him recover what the Lyme disease and they years of psychiatric drugs had done to his body. Sick Boi covers the problems he had with doctors. And Troubles covers a bit of what he went through. Hi REN covers the internal struggle he went through once he was well enough to start singing again. He is a truly unique artist that has changed lives and has made a difference in this world.

Just found you guys & subscribed. I would suggest "Losing It" next. From a rap/flow perspective and film perspective, I'm pretty sure it will blow you away. I know as you go, you'll end up reacting to most of what he does. Looking forward to your trip and insights. You guys made me laugh out loud on a difficult day. Thanks & enjoy the weekend.

Well done! Thank you! Next: Tale of Jenny & Screech, full trilogy version, please!

Any song you react to will be awesome, great reaction, thank you Gents 🙏🦉❤️🐊👍

Ren must be protected at all costs 😊🥹💜

19:52 *AWESOME* only the 2nd reactor out of the 110 I have watched to actually STAND. YES!!!!! Sweet. You get it!!

Welcome to the world of Ren. You have so much to learn young padawans

Good reaction. This is live one-take with multiple cameras but with 1 cut. The monologue at the end was from the 3rd take. It took 4 takes in total. He is a rapper and a Bard. He's Bardcore. He is a Lyricist. He also produces most of his own stuff. Ren has lots of styles. Performance: JENNY & SCREECH (FULL) - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-TYAnqQ--KX0.html Also check out these rap hits (with incredible rhymes and double time): HUNGER - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-1T_fLytBFM4.html GENESIS - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-YzsTdLIcbzU.html LOSING IT - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-mLvAGjhDssc.html ILLEST OF OUR TIME - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-tB-JGSdBerE.html SEVEN SINS - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-v16IGHPKQ8Y.htmlfeature=shared WICKED WAYS - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-B81BZJPKjlI.htmlfeature=shared ANIMAL FLOW - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-F4mUnmFbVNg.html SICK BOI (his follow up to HI REN) - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-3Q6uCrpzbPY.htmlfeature=shared Ren was with a group called The Big Push. I Shot the Sheriff / Road to Zion / Hip Hop - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-uSeCuR51rek.html Also, Ren & Sam with Earned It / Man’s World / Falling - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-d8nBzrhd8Ro.html He also does live duet ballads (one take) with Chinchilla CHALK OUTLINES - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-35yALr_opeg.html And HOW TO BE ME (LIVE) - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-SDR7sup3DsU.html Obviously, there are more on his channel - www.youtube.com/@RenMakesMusic/videos And on The Big Push channel - www.youtube.com/@TheBigPushBand/videos And trickthefox channel (his earliest stuff) - www.youtube.com/@trickthefox/videos The 3 Money Games: #1(performance) - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-0ivQwwgW4OY.htmlfeature=shared #2 (lyrical) - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-YonS9_QJbp8.htmlfeature=shared #3 (performance) - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-nyWbun_PbTc.htmlfeature=shared (you already reacted) MG3 is now an award-winning International Video Music Awards winner Best Music Video - www.imvawards.com/winners-season-january-2024 And there are many, many more but this is a start.

Trilogy of tale of jenny & tail of screech then violets tale this dude is beyond amazing ❗❗so seriously talented 💯👏🫶🫶🫶he's not human there's no way bruh

It really is like Broadway. The Tales of Jenny and Screech (full) are 3 interlinked one-take live Tales. Some great filming and storytelling, and excellent guitar. Lots for you to discuss.

thank you for the reaction to Ren. He is one of greatist artist and he must not be forgotten (please put in your info a Ren link)

Ren was misdiagnosed for years as he was literally wilting away. Bed ridden for nearly a year, he felt his body just dying and they had him try this med, and that med. Finally someone tested him and found out he had Lyme disease. He was bitten by a tic. It had ravaged his body because he was left misdiagnosed which ultimately left him with bouts of psychosis as he mentioned here. He went to Canada (he is now heading back to the UK) to receive stem sell treatments. His health is so much better and he is finally feeling somewhat normal again!

Where's Ren's playlist? One for Ren. One for his band The Big Push and one for the first band Trick the fox. And one for the new Ren songs. He has a huge rabbit hole to dive into.

Greetings! First time visitor via Ren. I enjoyed your reactions. Thank you. I'm leaning toward you both reacting to Ren's newer release, 'Troubles' next. It offers a condensed overview of his struggles from age 19-26, given your rapping and film making backgrounds. It would be great if you'd react to both back to back in one session, beginning with his official music video followed by his acoustic version (filmed and recorded in a car while playing guitar) 😀 I invite those folks who view Ren reactions and feel compelled to post derogatory comments to reflect on why you feel the need to inflict negativity upon others. If you truly are a Ren fan, you'd know that's not his vibe AT ALL. Ren is all about kindness, compassion, generosity of spirit, and respecting other people's differences and viewpoints. Please be kind. There's enough ugliness in this world. Thank you. 💖