My eyes are watery. This is so powerful. Hearing so much of my life flowing out of someone else's mouth in the form of beautiful lyrics. I will say this till I die, music has an amazing power of empathy. Great reaction, Nick. Listening to this for a second time and the tears can't be held back. I am 6 days away from being 3 yrs clean.
Hey, just wanted to say I think you're truly amazing achieving what you have. This shit is far from easy. I'm not there yet and can't honestly say I know if I'll ever be. So happy that so many are finding the most beautiful and generously vulnerable human being that is Ren. He's fought and still fighting such a heavier load than many and mustered up the strength to share his gifts with us all. He is connecting on one level or another with everyone who listens and with people from every walk of life. This is not a wave of fandom sweeping the globe. This is real, this connection is personal and not just with Ren. There is a gathering happening here. There's hope, love, caring and healing being felt and shared amongst one another in every song's comments. This is special and it's growing real fast. The timing is impeccable. My life and world is already a better place with Ren in it and my gut tells me I'm not the only one. Much love and again congratulations on being you ✌🙏💜
"a male Adelle" is such a good comparison, If you want to see more singing by Ren check out -Sam Tompkins x REN - Earned it/Mans World/Falling it. It is a street performance that is absolutely a singing masterpiece
"Male Adele" does Ren a massive disservice. Ren is a lot more musically diverse than Adele and has more skills. Some black hip hop reactors calls him "Eminem on steroids" that was swell but still an understatement.
I am a 58 year old woman who has always loved most music....but, this just hits so damn hard. This and "Hi Ren" make me literally tear up. Their voices together in this song are just so beautiful , the high notes Chinchilla hits near the end ...omg. In my honest opinion Ren is an absolute genius, I look forward to what he will accomplish musically after his health improves. I pray he can get to top form and get the Lyme disease under control.....just scary to hear him describe the years nearly bed bound and all the meds making him suffer psychosis. He has a legion of fans who like me have only discovered him in last month or so and we LOVE him !!!!
His stuff with The Big Push and Sam Thompkins showcases his guitar and vocal skills. Ren is an all around bad ass. He goes off with his rap game in Hunger. Money Game and Money Game 2...the list goes on...
So glad you found ren, I just discovered him last week and I’m so grateful I did! He has so many different types of music and he absolutely kills it every time!! He is on a level way above anyone and everyone else for sure!! You should check out the tales of Jenny and screech (full) or hunger, either one will blow your mind!!
Her tone is just amazing but not just that it's her natural breath control and ways of expressing emotion through it that are amazing and same with ren obviously. They really make quite a team
First time commenting on your channel but have been enjoying your videos for the past six or so months. I know I'm not alone in following Ren's work as it explodes all over RU-vid as it's been way too long since an artist of Ren's caliber has graced us with their presence and artistry. Ren's ability to pour out his truth no matter how ugly or raw it maybe is one thing. To do so in such a unique, beautiful and soul touching manner is extraordinary. Ren holds up the mirror that many of us have struggled to talk about or face alone. Whether in part or in whole we recognise ourselves in his words, a reflection from the mirror staring back at us. It is crystal clear through the outpouring of comments and communal love and support for not just Ren but one another, that something truly special is unfolding here. Ren is just what the world needs right now. Humanity is hurting and he is a bringer of hope and inspiration that we so desperately need. Thank you for your part in getting Ren's Tale out there. It carries with it a rare power to help us heal. A once in a generation artist and someone who gets it, gets us. Much love to Ren, to you and some to me too.
What a great reaction. I have been watching Ren perform live for seven years and you are right, he does have a presence - as well as a beautiful voice. Thanks for recognising it.
Yup, The Hunger is phenomenal. Not really listened to a whole lot of rap. There's a few artists that have caught my ear and I know there must be some seriously good stuff out there but haven't dove deep as of yet. When I heard The Hunger and Ren's switches and bars I was totally blown away. Everything he does is great. He is something special for sure
For an honest and emotionally generous insight into Ren's struggles and proceeses both "Depression" and "Dear God" lyrically are masterpieces and must have taken incredible strength and vulnerability to put out there. The end of Depression has to be heard to be believed. It's raw and heartbreaking to hear such a generous and beautiful human being in Ren hurt so so much. Much love to you all. Be kind to one another and be kind to yourself
I'm hooked on him He speaks for others through his works PS Nick , I found you through our other Voice, John F, now I find Ren to also be The Voice on a multitude of levels
He’s a crazy good singer any style from heavy metal to soul to reggae! He’s also an insanely good rapper on his rap tacks this is one hell of a rabbit hole! So versatile he can do male Adele but so much more versatile
"Strumming my pain with his fingers, Singing my life with his words, Killing me softly with his song...." The only words I can find, and, if course, they're not mine. I have no words. Great reaction! ❤ Much Love!
‘How to be me’ is another by Ren and Chinchilla. Equally as good as this one. There is nothing Ren can’t do. There is 10 years+ of his music on RU-vid. He was in a band called ‘The big push’ until recently. He plays 6 instruments including a melodica (who even does that!) enjoy! 🐇 🕳️ 🤘🖤
The line is sertraline which is the generic form of zoloft a popularly prescribed antidepressant your reactions are truly amazing and your voice is quite beautiful also
I am absolutely giddy with anticipation as I wath you go down this rabbit hole. I truly look forward to you diving into "The Tale of Jenny and Screech, trilogy" and " Murderer, live acoustic." 💯🔥 reaction, my friend.
Love your raw honest reactions!!! Found you through my first love JIMMY BARNES!!!! And stuck around for more….thanks for digging out our Aussie treasures and loving them as much as we do.
Lol...Your impression was about the same as mine...I was, first impressed with his voice hearing "Hi Ren " and some other Rap songs by him But I wasnt surprised....But Chinchilla....I didnt want to give her a thumbs up just because Ren chose to sing with her....She had to earn my approval....And she did and then some.
Ren can do It all every kind of music he can do It no problem and he's brilliant at all I think the problem with Ren Is he doesn't realise how good he really Is.
All the meds they give people to help deal with emotions make you feel dead inside. We are told now that feeling things is bad so take these. This song is a year old or so. But it really needs to be on the radio. He does phenomenal story telling and can do any style. Enjoy the rabbit hole
Thank you for another great Ren reaction! It is going to be quite a journey, There is so much more to discover. Ren and Chinchilla have another duet that I like even better: How to be me. Or try Genesis where he is rap, beat and hook. Just for vocal capacity, the the 'it's a man's world' cover on the street with Sam Tomkin's, who you reacted to with blind eyed.
You really need to watch Ren’s trilogy The Tale of Jenny and Screech/ Screechs Tale/ Violets Tale. In that order. Especially if Hi Ren blew your mind ❤
man ive been folliwng ren for years, since I found his blind eyed preformance with sam tompkins. If you want to see his vocalization, you should check out his preformance where he did a cover for "it's a man's world" Love your reaction man, great to see people discovering ren.
"Chinchilla" hit me on the "Chin with the Chills"....She is a top level singer and performer in her own right and expresses emotion and feeling with genuine conviction. Ren found the perfect "soul dance"partner in Chinchilla.
I'm drowning in emotion. I've been on a Ren-der (a Ren Bender) but I wasn't ready for Ren + Chinchilla. Gutted. Flayed alive, but begging for more. Loved your reaction.
My friend please react to Ren and Sam busking doing earned it/ it’s a mans world/ and fallen you’ve already reacted to them once.... and you kept saying (these men doing this with cigarettes )
So much love and appreciation for you and all reactors that help artists and soon to be fans connect. You are the radio/MTV DJs of a new generation. Over the past few months I have been introduced to a plethora of new amazing music from so many genres. Whether you react to it in the first few days that it's trending or months, even years later. It gives those of us who missed the first train a chance to catch the next and enjoy the ride. I only discovered Ren a few days ago with Hi Ren, thanks to another reaction video. His fan base is so diverse and supportive, of him and each other, it's a beautiful sight. Really enjoyed your reaction. Very interested to see what new artists you'll introduce me to. 🤗
I know there are a small bag of songs that absolutely kill it within the first two lines. Going back to even 1899, I've listened to the earliest recordings I could find. The initial first two lines in this performance are so damn compelling, simple, on point, relatable, devastating... beautiful.
Little known fact, you actually reacted to Ren in the past. You reacted to his song Blind Eyed with Sam Tompkins and were blown away at how Sam was hitting notes with ease while smoking a cigarette.
Don't worry about... you're never too late and I totally enjoyed your genuine reaction. I also only recently discovered Ren and I have been blown away. It is wonderful at 68 to discover such a uniquely talented singer, musician and brilliant poetic lyricist whos performances touch my heart and soul. I hope his treatment in Canada go well and he has many years to enjoy the recognition he is getting and deserves.
I think this is one of my fav reactions that you have ever done! I just knew you would appreciate the quality on this one! Thanks for your amazing Ren reactions!
Crazy good. Great reaction ❤ It’s raw and real and perfectly imperfect as in no over production - just clean sharp and biting. It’s beautiful and stirs the soul and makes me get water in my old eyes. I’ve heard it many times. I’m happy that you come to it now - you’re doing a great job and hopefully bringing the message to your particular big beautiful fam.👏🙏🏽⭐️
love your videos. Ren wants his music and videos shared. he has mentioned in posts that he gives permission for use of videos so you do not need to make them embellished. just letting you know in case you do more.
