RIDICULOUS!! FIRST TIME HEARING REN🎵 Hi Ren REACTION 

It's not often that we see Brad get so animated about a song! Fun to watch.

So here I little back story: Ren had medical issues with pain to the point where he was bedbound for a good 23 hours a day. The doctors were sure it was all in his head and that he was mentally ill. He was given heavy medication for said issues, which made everything worse. Turned out he contracted Lyme disease from a tick bite. As a result of misdiagnosis, he developed PTSD and brain damage from Lyme disease. He is currently undergoing daily treatment in Canada, plus surgery is coming up too. His pain and frustration is his motor and vent. Amazing artist with a vast back catalog worth diving into 🖤🖤🖤

Sooo HAPPY y'all are FINALLY listening to this AMAZING artist! His WHOLE catalog is RIDICULOUS, and his BUSKING...😱🤯😏✌️❤️🔥🎶💯😎

Ren had undiagnosed Lyme disease for almost ten years which left him bedridden much of the time. He had a record company deal that was dropped when he got sick. He has a song called Chalk Outlines with another artist named Chinchilla that shows his singing ability very well 😊

I've lived with an autoimmune illness called Systemic Scleroderma since I was 17yo, and I've struggled with depression and anxiety as well because of it and other life circumstances. That's why I connect with this song soo much, it's very relatable to just about everybody who has struggled in life. This isn't just a song, this song is one of the best pieces of art I've ever seen and it cuts right down to the soul!!

Clicked on this thinking it might be MC Ren, but this kid is amazing

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/independent artist; 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

Singer, Rapper, Musician, writer, Artist Actor and the new Bard of Wales.

I asked you for Ren over a year ago and you said how good could 2 kids singing on the street be. Well if you follow this rabbit hole you will find out! Prepare to be amazed an artist like Ren doesn't come around very often enjoy the ride

I'm 70 and don't usually listen to this kind of stuff but this guy has blown me away! This is an artistic genius.

Ren, yes yes and yes. Ren can do so many different musical genres styles. Brilliantly

I can't stop watching Hi Ren

He was misdiagnosed with bi polar type illness. He was in so much pain was in bed 23 hrs. He was given meds for mental illnesses which messed him up. Later a correct diagnosis of Lyme Disease (he was bitten by an infected tick) was given. It all took years while the disease attacked his body and mind. He is in Canada atm starting initially 3 months treatments to try and reverse the damage. They extended it to 6 months due to the problems found. Ren is releasing recorded material every month during this time. He had a record deal in his teens, but was dropped due to the illness.

Bingo! A WHOLE performance. Ren has truly created something unique, yet relatable.

“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).” As I recently discovered, Ren also recorded a cover of “Can't Help Falling In Love (Elvis Cover),” that is simply beautiful. Then there are 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”), which 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,” “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.

I have become obsessed with this song (Song doesn't do it justice, its art/poetry/performance/healing all rolled into one). His story is amazing and worth following and listening to his other songs. He is in Canada at the moment receiving groundbreaking treatment to help with his illnesses. A beautiful reaction, thanks for sharing.

He's not schizo it is his ego having a conversation with his shadow by the end of the video he combines the best qualities of both and becomes a better happier Ren🌿💔

Ren purposely used nylon strings on the acoustic guitar so he could get that thumpy bass tone. He also switched up riffs for the two different Ren's also. Ren has a band called "The Big Push" and they have videos where they play street shows in Britain. They do amazing, and I mean amazing covers of Black Sabbath's "War Pigs." They do an incredible cover of Bob Marley's "I Shot The Sheriff" and Ren's voice sounds so much like Bob Marley's. They cover The Rolling Stones "Paint It Black" with Ren playing bass and it too is incredible. Also the Police song "Walking On The Moon" It's amazing how much great music Ren has put out. It just sucks all of it has been put on I hold while he gets treatment in Canada for the long term effects of untreated Lyme disease.

Ohh, this was an musical experience I haven't heard for a long time, I suffer from severe depression so I hear him clearly.

He acts out different characters in his trilogy, also check out some of his street busking he does a great rendition of I Shot the Sheriff with the band The Big push

Without exaggeration, this is the best video I have ever seen!

Ren is a very special talent. in my humble opinion it is a rabbit hole you'll probably enjoy going down. Good luck with the nipper. I'm sure you'll be great parents.

Wow, I've never listened to this musician/songwriter but.., it's like a strange and oddly intriguing hybrid of genres. Hmmm !

The tale of Jenny and screech full version is next. It definitely shows off his creativity story telling process.

Ren straight fire and always real as it gets, enjoy guys.

You need to check out more Ren. He is an ARTISTE

Ren was misdiagnosed with Bi-Polar and Depression but for years the doctors ignored his insistence that his symptoms were not caused by his mind. The awful truth is that he was bitten by a flea and he developed Lyme's Disease and it was untreated for years. Now he has many complications including brain damage and is receiving intensive treatment in a clinic in Alberta, Canada. We are all praying he has the fullest possible recovery. Ren has been compared to Shakespeare by many and is, demonstrably, a genius.

Very interesting and thought-provoking. I think everyone has a tiny bit of Ren in them (us).

If you really want to hear him properly sing I recommend both his live duets with Chinchilla, Chalk Outlines and How To Be Me. I love Hi Ren for its originality, style and honesty, but when you watch those two live songs you really get a new appreciation for his vocal ability. This guy can REALLY SING :)

Ren & chinchilla,chalk outlines is a must to play,this lad is amazingly talented

A must listen to his Jenny, Screech, and Violet Trilogy.

If you want to hear him rapping, the Hunger, Power, Losing it, Genesis. Other songs include Dear God, Diazepam, Love Music parts 1, 2, 3. Sick Boi is a follow on to Hi Ren. There are so many fantastic songs, stories; welcome to the rabbit hole my friends, lol.

now time to go down teh Ren train, and it is INCREDIBLE! Gotta do the Jenny and Screch tale

The line, while singing, " I go by many names also, some people know me as hope. Some people know me as the voice that you hear when you loosen the noose on the rope" is so powerful. Vivid imagery, that resonates with anyone who has ever dealt with depression, low self esteem, or disease. An amazing performance by a man that is truly one of mankind.

Ren - the Hunger .... rap bars, double timed double entendre meanings, flow changes like a river from winter into spring and back. ... you'll find he can also beat box at world contender level. Check out "What you want"

I just discovered Ren the other day. This song came out in late December and has over 5.6 million views. His is an amazing artist. An independent artist. I've spent way too much time the last two days watching his videos. Solo, with others and with his group The Big Push. Not all rap. His band does covers of Black Sabbath, Bob Marley, and others. He play bass on some of them. Haven't seen a bad one yet. Don't be surprised if he watches your reaction and leaves a comment.

“Tale of Jenny and Screech” trilogy!!! Another Ren masterpiece

This actually a story of recovery. At the end he has accepted himself as "a coin with two different sides", before joyfully singing from the top of his lungs. As the monologue at the end, which is him reciting one of his blogs says, he's stopped fighting andb relaxed. The more recent song "sick boi" is a prequel to this and expresses his frustration and anger, when he was seriously ill and virtually housebound for years, and doctors were telling him it was all in his head. When in fact he had undiagnosed Lyme's disease and autoimmunity. He has since had a stem cell transplant, which allowed him to recover enough to start singing and playing again, and he is currently in Canada receiving a 6 month treatment program for the Lyme's disease and the issues it and the autoimmunity have caused. Sick boi is very much worth a listen also. As is the "Tales of Jenny and Screech (full) which is 3 songs back to back that truely highlight his storytelling ability.Kind of a Shakesperian tragedy in 3 acts, sung by a wandering minstrel. But he can also full on rap, try "the hunger" or "money game II", which the "She sells sea shells" line in Hi Ren is referencing.

I knew you guys were going to live this! I hope y’all decide to go down the Ren Rabbit Hole!

Ren is a gift.

I'm so glad you guys found Ren. I hope you dive down the rabbithole. He can do everything.

His song "Chalk Outlines" with Chinchilla is a must if you want more of Ren's singing voice. We know you've been busy and all...but shame on you for making us wait two months for this reaction! Alas, it was worth the wait.

Told you! Ren is a rollercoster of emotions

*- If you wanna hear him sing more, watch **_'Chalk Outlines'_* I've seen Lex freak out and bop countless times, while Brad just stares. First time I've seen Brad bop his head, and of all things it's to an acoustic rap! Maybe that's your thing, bopping to bars and cadence. 😆

I'm glad you got to Ren... he is phenomenal. I hope you react to his trilogy

Congratulations on your upcoming baby. Ren is very unpredictable you will be blown away with the versatility this guy has, up his sleeve. Pick any song it will be a surprise!

Do Chalk outlines (live) if you want to hear more of his singing it's a duet with a female artist called Chinchilla and it's really good.

Glad you did this one. Artful, authentic storytelling

One of the most impressive works I have heard in years. Congrats to this young man.

Jenny, Screech and Violets tale (full) it’s next level stuff..it’s unreal stuff

For sure tale of Jenny and skreech

I'm soo happy to see you guys finally check this masterpiece out!!! This song has really had an impact on me and it's amazing to see soo many people connecting with it. I really hope you do "Jenny/Screech/Violet's Tale", I heard that song for the first time 2 weeks ago and I was even more blown away. This kid is the most creative artist I've ever heard, he needs to be promoted EVERYWHERE!! Great video guys!!! 🤘🤘🤙🤙

Great reaction! YOU have to check out his trilogy in order - the Tale of Jenny & Screech. Get some popcorn!

Reminds my of how Johnny Rotten's illness directly influenced his artistic "deconstruction" of rock. Wild eyed, bent and bowed, and un-singing - dustbin style. Brilliant.

A musical roller coaster One man a guitar and a vocal story taking us on a journey 🙌

I've watched this over 50 times now and the most profound part to me apart from the speech at the end is, "I'm Temptation and I'm immortal! Oh yeah? Well I'm Hope; and I'm ETERNAL! We're a coin made of different sides... POWERFUL...

So good to see something actually get through Brad's exterior, I'm glad to have seen this. . . Great reaction guys.

He was misdiagnosed for several years then they found out he had Lyme's disease he is currently in Canada getting treatment🌿💔 you would surely enjoy watching Jenny and Screech and violets tale in that order! Ren is the modern-day Minstrel musician poet bard storytelling is his specialty🌠

Jump into the Ren rabbit hole, and hold on! He's is amazing and needs to be shared! He's so talented and he's got a lot to say in his music, it resonates and stays with you because it makes sense how people's minds work for many different reasons! His undiagnosed Lyme disease for 10 years took its toll! He's battling now to get his health back, and we as listeners need to do all we can to give him the support and the love he needs to get through this! This world we live in needs Ren, the Lyrical, Miracle, Musical Genius that he is, so he can continue to Share his thoughts thru music! Listen to all you can by him, his music is powerful!

this song touches a lot of people , hard. it hits because it is a universal truth. we all struggle with self-doubt, temptations, negative thoughts etc. some even share that very powerful self-destructive voice. the one you want to kill. the one that tells you you're bad for everyone around you. the one that tells you you will only hurt people even though you don't want to. that you will never get better. and his answer is simple and elegant. it's to simpy acknowledge that as much power as the dark has, you have free will to not listen to it. And that it "free will" is more powerful than the dark. It can't kill it but it can match it. it can stand against it.

It's always nice when Brad really connects with a song or artist. Brad you owe it to yourself, and to your viewers, to spend some extra time with those artists that get you excited. Everybody smiles when Brad smiles.

I ignored this song until I saw that you guys did it, and finally gave it a shot. It's clearly good, but I thought one or two more listens and I'd be good, but I was wrong. I haven't stopped watching reactions to it since, and the song gets better every time I hear it. It has so much depth, and there is so much detail to appreciate. So thanks for that.

...Finally...more Ren please.

Every Ren reaction to Hi Ren . . . First time he starts "yodelling", what was that!!! I wasn't expecting that! Second time he is "yodelling" at the end of the song . . . with big smile "yes yes yes YES YES YES!" I get it, I get it!

This is musical art! Like Da Vinci, instead of painting to deliver his art, he made music...

His facility for the poetic communication of our humanity is extraordinary. This is a game-changing moment in contemporary art. An incomparable masterpiece.

This outstanding, next level, modern masterpiece needs to be part of every high school curriculum.

This guy blew my mind….his street performances are killer also…generational talent right here.

As an older man of 63yrs, I've suffered most of my life with mental health issues. From C PTSD, ANTISOCIAL BEHAVIOR, SUICIDAL IDEATIONS, among other things. After countless hospitalizations and a ridiculous amount of drug therapies, I decided to turn towards God and ask Him to take on all of my problems, which He graciously has. I am blessed to say that at this time I am medication free and I haven't been hospitalized in 5 years. It's truly been a miracle for me. Thank You God. So yes, even though many of us have mental health problems we are human beings. 🙏🇺🇸✌️😎

Next level talent...this young man Ren can reset the bar 🔥🙏🔥

The magic of music so many emotions from voice and a guitar

You will love his trilogy!! They are all live and one take songs. They are also short so I’d recommend doing them all back to back in one reaction and they need to be watched in order to make sense. Jenny’s tale Screeches tale Violets tale It’s pure art

Yes. Bring Ren back on the channel!! This was performed live. #Ren 💯💯

He is so diverse and everything is fire, look forward to more of Ren from you ❤

Wow!! You guys are almost at 300K! I remember when I first subscribed and you guys were less than 20k! I love the success you guys have had!

He's calling it Bardcore. Pretty good name for his genius. A category of his own cuz nobody is at his altitude.

I think the decrepit ward background is symbolic of the state of mental health infrastructure here in the UK. Just my take but ... That loosen the noose line hits HARD! ❤️ to you fellow humans.

Yes! I suggested this to you all a few weeks ago. So good and so glad to see you react to it, hope all is well.

Asolutely brilliant reaction, a wonderful artist!!😃 Hope you are both doing well!

Just realized Lex is prego! Congrats!!! Y’all are gonna be awesome parents

I love me some REN ✨🎶🥰✌🏽 he’s incredible! So happy to see you finally react to REN ✨more REN please 🎶music heals one’s soul !!! 🎶

You haven't seen anything yet. I hope you keep going down the Ren rabbit hole. Every song is different and amazing. He writes, raps, sings, plays multiple instruments, and produces his own music. Every song is different, and will surprise you in a different way. Next should be The Tale of Jenny and Screech Full Version. Ren's psychosis came from a misdiagnosed illness. They doctors couldn't diagnose it so they told him it was all in his head and started prescribing him medication for mental illness that he didn't have. This went on for years until he was finally correctly diagnosed with Lyme's Disease. By that time the Lyme, the misprescribed drugs, and constantly being told his symptoms and pain were "all in his head" by Heath professionals had done a lot of damage. He is currently undergoing treatment in Canada with specialists to try and undo some of the damage the untreated Lyme did to his body and immune system. There's a go fund me on his personal You Tube channel to help fund his expenses while there.

He is OUTSTANDING and beyond super talented! Hope you guys do lots more ❣️

Love that you did this reaction to Ren! Have a great one you two!!

Enjoy your discovery of REN -:) Bardcore is self described style

This is one of the most interesting great songs I’ve heard in awhile. It’s cliche but fits in this context; this is different.

I've never seen Brad so excited and moved by a video... great reaction guys

You have to watch his “Sick Boi” now! And everything else he’s done. Amazing talent!

This guy beard His soul. So raw and real wow. We are all human is what I get out of this song just wow! Amazing.

I love that you guys reacted to this song! Thank you! One of my favorite past times is listening to these reactions to Hi Ren. When I first heard it, if tugged on my heart strings! Thanks again!

I love your channel! Big fan! I am writing this before I watch your reaction but how in the heck did it take you this long to do a reaction to this? Lol! ❤️💯✌🏼 Pure love for you two still!

I am so glad that you have found Ren. I've been longing for you to do a reaction to Hi Ren. I had a feeling you would love it. Welcome to the Ren rabbit hole he is a multi talented singer, rapper, guitarist and an amazing story teller. Check out his trilogy (the tales of Jenny and Screech and Violet) but be prepared for an emotional ride.

Nice work guys 👍

My new favourite thing is watching people react to Ren for the first time. Great reaction.

I haven't seen all of your reactions vids but This is the first time I see Brad that hype about a song. And I'm happy bout it. Hope you guys check Ren- Jenny and screech's tale Full version

I’ve been waiting patiently (not really) for y’all to do this! I’ve never seen such facial expression on Brad. Love you both Now please go down the rabbit hole of unbelievably great music of this talented genius.

He's not a rap singer or a folk singer or a singer he's an artist!!!

The beauty of this performance is that it is IMPOSSIBLE to know what to expect. It's a mind-boggling punch right in the heart 🤯 💔 ending with a resonating, powerful message of inspiration and hope ❤️‍🔥 🙏 ❤️‍🩹

If you really want to be floored by a piece of modern day Shakespearean poetry in song, check out his Violet's tale full version. It's in three parts that should be watched concurrently and ends on a bombshell that will make your jaw fall open. Same as this they are each performed live in a single take.

WOW. Great talents. REN and NF.