Ren believes that reactors are helping him gain listens. What he might not realize is that reactors are also growing listening to his art. I’ve loved your other reactions but seeing you and other reactors open up reacting to Ren is as amazing as his art!
Ren has opened a Portal - so many reactions, deep discussions, honest expression as well as channel and views growth both ways- he hasn't just dropped a pebble into a lake, he's cast a meteorite into the ocean and is creating a Tsunami of comminity connection, communication and growth.
I think this is the fourth time I've watched this reaction. I keep coming back to it every two or three months. You are such a loving soul and I love how they touch you and your pep talk at the end? It helps! Thanks
Same. I come back to Ray just for this reaction and a little therapy session. This reaction hits me so hard in the feels, I always end up in tears. Someone (Ray) understands…. he hears what we hear. He’s been there himself. We are not alone.
My brother, I wish that I had the means to support your mission. Unfortunately, that is not reality. I felt the need to thank you for leading me to 'The Bard of Brighton', and this beautiful angel Chinchilla. 46 years on this floating rock and I needed this. Much love to all.
Me too. Walking around in a chalk outline. The first line from chinchilla too? Such relief in a sip of serotonin...I wish my brain just made it like others do. Instead of having to find it.
I've struggled with mental health issues my entire life. The truest line for me is the "I'm scared of being ok cuz all things change." Sometimes it amounts to who will remain at your side if/when you DO get better. People I thought I could rely on and catch me if I fell ended up cutting me out of their lives. I wasn't the "same person" any longer. Looking back I see it was nothing I did wrong: finding my personal strength meant they could no longer control me. I wasn't their doormat anymore. I'll always struggle with mental health, but at least at this point in my life I'm surrounded by people who honestly support me with a terrific therapist who has undoubtedly saved my life a million times over. Never give up the fight. 🙏♥
Just discovered you because of Ren. You are amazing. This song hits me deep as a 51 year old living with end stage kidney disease, life long dialysis, anxiety and depression. You speak so well and you're not afraid to let your emotions show. Keep up the good work and peace ✌️
Ray you got me crying during this reaction. I'm struggling with alcoholism and depression and I'm really struggling to pull myself out of it. I temporarily get relief when I watch videos like this and your words are definitely having an impact. You just are an overall beautiful human being and I'm so blessed that I found your channel
You're a legend for 7 years sober. I got there myself. Depression and my past still leave me feeling worthless. I was in prison when both my parents and a sister passed away.
Ren has opened a Portal - so many reactions, deep discussions, honest expression as well as channel and views growth for himself and his reactors - he hasn't just dropped a pebble into a lake, he's cast a meteorite into the ocean and is creating a Tsunami of community connection, communication and growth with all who "Rensonate" with him. I believe he's a Warrior of Light💖🙏 Beautiful reaction btw - new sub here via Ren
@@system0fadowner251 I actually think it's quite fortunate (and quite possibly planned) timing as his explosion has taken on a life of its own whilst he can "sit back" and focus primarily on his treatment and recovery whilst all the hard work he put in prior is paying off and running with its own momentum. It's also enabled him to stay the necessary time longer required as both he and his illness is a hot topic that others have felt inspired to donate to.
Now THIS is the type of reaction I was looking for. I was absolutely reduced to TEARS the first few times I heard this. Absolutely breathtakingly tragically beautiful.
Ren v Chinchilla's Chalk Outline and How To Be Me are my two top favorites of his songs so far. Of course Hi Ren is right up there too. You must react to "How To Be Me" its so powerful. Quiet a few years ago Ren lost his best friend to suicide. He jumped off a bridge, late at night, at a very dark moment in his very short life They were never able to find his body. It impacted Ren immensely, I'm guessing it's in a very safe way given Ren courage in the years following. Like all Ren's other music he pulls you in and you feel everything. He's so original, positive and engaging. I'm 68 and respect that not only is he an extraordinary talent, but his perseverance, strength and his ability to never gives up (even though he's had every reason to) is so impressive. It's clear Ren strives for happiness, his ability to continue to evolve and grow has turned him into a young man that will change the world, he will change many lives in a massive positive way. Vibe I love your reactions. They are so honest and clearly from the heart. You dir, will also change live a leave a powerful footprint behind you. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Ren using the acoustics of his sets to create the soundscapes in his songs is an incredible talent that I don't see anyone else doing. He creates a bigger sound with his vocals and a simple guitar than other entire bands i listen to.
Ren is genre defying! Look how much good he is doing! This is the future of music and the labels are afraid. Thank you for your great reactions, help and advice! This IS beyond music and we are witnessing music history in the making! I think he will be a music legend if he is not already, in my book he is! Thanks again VIBE REACTIONS!
Dang it Ray. I’m back just to watch this one again. Your reaction video on this one is 🔥 💛… I’ve been back to visit for this particular reaction video on Chalk Outlines several times. Ray, you never fail to get the tears flowing with your honest, open reaction and sharing of your own story. Ren and Chinchilla hit us with the same feels through Ren’s movie/ visual storytelling, their harmonies, Ren’s lyrics and his lovely sensitive touch on the guitar strings. He pulls those opening notes out so fluidly and fully. Their intensity and desperate energy hits me. I’ve been there and can completely relate and understand in so many levels. Then in comes Ray with his message of hope, love, support, kindness, and empathy for his channel subscribers. Not to mention an offer to connect us with someone who might be able to help. Ray you are the best. I love your appreciation and ability to feel the music too. Just listening to you talk about your wife and daughter shows how much you love and respect women. You didn’t make a single snide crack about Chinchilla’s nails (which makes me leave those judgy weird reaction channels immediately). I love seeing you totally blown back by Chinchilla’s vocal ability and then gave her major props for her own artistic ability. Ray. You are the best! I’m happy you’re spreading Ren’s music and art here in the US. I’m hoping to see Ren and his friends high on the US charts soon. ❤️💪🏼☮️
I'm a convinced Renagade, and I've listened this song so many times... But your comments have been extremely HELPFUL for me. THANK YOU, Sir. I follow you long time ago and I admire you. Thanks for your Ren reaction. Love from Spain. Say Hello to Federico 😊
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.
Wow - did not think my first reaction to this song could be made even deeper by watching your reaction - thank you 💙. Had to step away a bit - collect my thoughts. Yes, I agree that medication is over prescribed. Yes, the wrong treatment is given and it can take a very long time to find the right treatment. Yet we need to be very careful - many treatments work, it just may take time. Mistakes may happen but we can't give up trying. Something Ren said in another video about his experience trying to find the right treatment took years. The thing is - even when you find what works the treatment can cause long term harm. My mother suffered with a Chronic condition for decades. Years ago she had major surgery and took a particular medication to keep her condition under control. That medication contributed to why she died. Yet it kept her alive for many years. They now have other medications to treat this condition. She experienced the best and worst of the medical profession. At one point they had to restart her heart. The worst didn't break her - it kept her fighting. Why I am to sharing this with you after watching your reaction was something you said earlier on... On the last day with her in the hospital one of the final things she said to me before they took her to another hospital - thinking they could save her - was No Regrets. Maybe it was what she had been saying to herself for years. Maybe she wanted me to hear it and remember, because she knew there would be times I wish I had done more. Why I say this to you... You seem to carry shame for things in your past. The thing is - those experiences make you who you are now. Someone who has found Ren. Someone sharing your reactions that are making this even more extraordinary for others. No regrets does not mean you forget everything - pain, addiction... Embrace this and try to live each day with no regrets. My mother lived in so much pain - yet even as her body betrayed her she tried to live with no regrets. Thank you 💙
Thank you for giving me a lil about yourself and yes ever since i got myself help i live my life with no regrets at all , it does still hurt a lil when i think about the past but like u said am learning to embrace the past to have a better future
I feel you man!♥I was already in the Chinchilla rabbit hole for the last weeks and fell in love with her raw emotional voice. This song is just the tip of her iceberg. She has an unearthly voice and talented AF. I wonder why nobody goes through that rabbit hole and react to her solo live performances yet. I highly recommend her "VERO Presents: CHINCHILLA - FINGERS Live for HungerTV".
One of the best reactions to Ren .... you understand , you lived it. Followed Ren for years and happy now his music and talent is reaching a wider world.
That was such a heartfelt reaction. I love how honest and raw your videos are. I emplore you to just scroll to the bottom of rens page and just work your way up. His catalogue is extensive enough that it should take a while but it's not a ridiculous amount. Every song he makes is so uniquely brilliantly Ren. Been waiting so many years for people to catch on to the hype and I'm so here for it now they have.
Unfortunately I've only found Ren and his beautifully impactful works of art in the last week. Fortunately I am one of the lucky ones to have found him now and am so thankful to you and all of his fans for helping him reach so many of us. 🤗
Another great reaction. May I recommend you check out Ren's other collaboration with Chinchilla, "How to Be Me," as well. As for "Chalk Outlines," it is one of my favorite songs right now. It moves me to tears every time, no matter how many times I listen to it; it describes my daily struggle for the past 25+ years. Looking forward to more Ren reactions from you. God bless.
Ok!!! I am so done with you!! Ren has me in tears when I watch the videos, then I watch your reaction, and you have me on the floor in fetal position balling to your reaction.... I feel it and I am here for it! I feel Ren, every single performance but then I watch you and I feel your emotion/reaction to it even more!!! 😭😭😭😭
The most beautiful people we know are those who have known defeat known suffering, known struggle, and have found their way out of the depths They have a understanding of life that fills them with compassion Beautiful people don't just happen they're created through hardship.
I have bipolar disorder rapid cycling … „I’m scared of being ok, cuz all things change „ hits so hard. Because even with meds, therapy, healthy diet, daily exercise , all of it. Things will change and I will be back in the depths of it. Ren‘s music has become essential for me. Ren and Chinchilla help so many with their music.
God bless u man. I just recently got sober. I was diagnosed as bipolar when I was 17 and it hasent been easy. Through my faith. And, my determined will to persevere I'm here today. Respect for being sober so long!!! My son showed me this guy and I couldent help but cry cause this is as close to me as any artist I've ever heard. I relate so much to Ren. Things are alot better these days. God is good. Music is my passion. I got my own songs on my channel. Just music. Anyway, keep fighting my man!!
new sub here because "He is DIFFERENT and She is singing with her FACE!" nailed it, mic drop. EDIT: I also like waving back at ya when you try to get that light back on haha!
Congratulations on your sobriety. Going through the things we do is hard, its difficult to pull outside of that, but as you said, we have to know and remember that pain, it is what helps us grow! Very proud of you. And you have a heart of gold - the love and support you show this community and want for the best for all of us. It is absolutely amazing! You are a gem my sir. Much love!
REN has so much soul to his voice and storytelling. A very important message in order to heal is to allow yourself to be vulnerable and Feel! It is very hard but it is a healing and refreshing thing to cry and it is completely fine and human. Humans are very unique in the sense that we are the only species on the planet that cries out of emotion that we know of. No other species does this. Be grateful for the ability to feel as deeply as you can.
You nailed it. Ren and crew are something very special. I'm halfway down the Ren rabbit hole and I am blown away by all of it. He is capturing the human condition in the most amazing performances. He transcends!
Excellent react 👊 I'm enjoying you finding Ren as much as I enjoyed Finding Ren 😂 he paints the most exquisite pictures with his words. For some fun happy Ren give Love music pt3 a go. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and story with us, will be back for more. Keep stepping forwards 💙
It is art how you look away from the camera and speak. But I catch everything you say, in my eye's that is pure art.so I understand truly what you are saying about ren. I think everyone has "art" inside of them. I think it is how we show it and observe it that matters the most. Well done on the reaction you are an amazing reactor and I believe you are a good person. 👍
His genre is Musiphilosopsyiatrart.. a mix of music, philosophy, psychiatry, and art... and he reigns supreme. Ren X Chinchilla... together they multiply the magnificent finesse of their performance. "Oh my my" "Oh my god!" nail on the head dude!
Thank you for doing this reaction. I knew you would enjoy this one and have the reaction you did. These two together are amazing. The part you showed the emotion to, I cry to every single time. I'm 30 years clean from artery drugs and 15 years sober this month. Addiction is one of the biggest killers we have. Dr's are just as bad as street drugs at times. Fire reaction brother thank you again.
Love that Ren is getting lots of recognition on UA-cam lately and whenever I see someone reacting to this particular song I click 100%. Can't wait to watch all the reaction videos on Ren's songs of yours! It was a pleasure to see your reaction to this song. Lots of love from Germany!
Me and my sister sang this recently and I didn’t really understand how deep the song actually was until I was learning the song and I can’t tell you how many times in this song I had shivers shoot down my spine beautiful song I can’t get over how good it is
Amazing reaction! I loved seeing your passion and listening to your comments as you connected your own life to the song. It's obvious that you've been through some sh*t and hearing more of Ren's "story" brought out some feels. You're real. Ren's real. Loved it. I appreciate your work!
Love your reaction. Yeah, Ren is different. His music and words opens hearts and minds. Watching the reactions of so many people to his works show me, that I am not alone to feel this way.
What I see here in Ray is an individual with a very high EQ. Capable of being in your face funny, heart wrenchingly deep and every point in between. Most importantly, he knows where on that spectrum to be at any given moment. Much respect my man, thanks for opening up and for the great reaction!
You’re a precious soul … thanks for doing this one … it aches but that’s ok … it’s real. As someone medically traumatized and bedridden for 17 years this song is a voice for me too … ok for some Ren pure JOY!!! Do Power or I Got What You Want
Loving it, loving it, loving it, keep Ren coming, so much versatility in this artist and you brother have obviously lived a life which enables you to make cutting remarks.
You hit the nail on the head bro, impossible to categorise Ren's musical genre. 1st artist I've ever come across whose talent is even more eclectic than my own musical tastes. My 17 year old son introduced me a couple years ago, he's been on my watch list ever since.
You amaze me because of how instantly you understand Ren’s music. I guess it’s because you can relate to it so personally because of what you have experienced.. and although I wish nobody ever had to experience these things, it is brilliant that people can find this solace in such an incredible art form
Congrats on your 8yrs♥️ I'm so happy you've truely found Ren... He gets right into your soul! He's great mates with all his collabs, the big push, Sam Tompkins, chinchilla & Eden Nash (from Humble - she was his girlfriend but now they are good friends) More suggestions... Blind Eyed (with Sam Tompkins - live not the version ruined by a record company!), How to Be Me (this song & freckled angle - among others- feature his friend who commited suicide) , Humble, Money Game pt 2 (where the "he sells sea shells" lyric from Hi Ren came from), Love Music pt2, Genesis, Children of The Moon, 1990s, Power, sick boi (his brand new song) ... These songs show some of Ren's range, but he has a huge catalogue and it's all brilliant so picking a few is so hard. Also check out chinchilla's solo stuff - she's incredible. Terms & Conditions is a fav of mine plus the live version of Fingers. He records his videos live on one take so sometimes you hear some background noise of traffic etc but I think that adds to the rawness that is strong with his music
I discovered Ren a few weeks ago and haven’t been the same since. I am 53 years old, and Hi Ren touched me in a way I haven’t experienced in a long time. I think those of us who have stood in the flames connect with his work in a way that transcends music. Frankly, I didn’t think anything could hit me like Hi Ren did. But this song hit just as powerfully, in a much different way. This is so powerful it is scary. When Chinchilla stood up at the end and let that belt loose, I burst into tears. I can’t even describe it, it was like she reached into my very soul. Tell me that music doesn’t have the power to save lives, and I will show you this piece and Hi Ren. We have the privilege of witnessing something absolutely extraordinary. Ray, this was a fantastic reaction. First time watching you, and you earned a sub (and then some). Your willingness to be vulnerable will help more people than you will ever know. Your humanity and compassion for others shines through. Well done, brother.
Sending big big love!! Thank you for such heartfelt words ❤
You deserve as many plaudits as Ren is getting atm. This song in particular is genius! You have an amazing voice @chinchilla_music
Del8ghted to see you here. Fantastic work, much love and respect..
You are giving Kelly Clarkson in every performance
You are outstanding sister. Hope you get the reocgnition you deserve. Big love to you
You got a new subscriber! Loved this!
Ren believes that reactors are helping him gain listens. What he might not realize is that reactors are also growing listening to his art. I’ve loved your other reactions but seeing you and other reactors open up reacting to Ren is as amazing as his art!
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Truth Mike! ❤️
Thanknu so much for the love i appreciate u
He caling them out, read ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxzsrlelQLQtzGm2AfYEDNzs4igHdMiMhz
Ren has opened a Portal - so many reactions, deep discussions, honest expression as well as channel and views growth both ways- he hasn't just dropped a pebble into a lake, he's cast a meteorite into the ocean and is creating a Tsunami of comminity connection, communication and growth.
Congratulations on you being sober for 8 years. That's awesome. Speak on it and keep it up.
The eye contact they give each other breaks me so much
I think this is the fourth time I've watched this reaction. I keep coming back to it every two or three months. You are such a loving soul and I love how they touch you and your pep talk at the end? It helps! Thanks
I agree with you 100% this is going to be saved in my playlist of favorite reactions. It's got me crying
Same. I come back to Ray just for this reaction and a little therapy session. This reaction hits me so hard in the feels, I always end up in tears. Someone (Ray) understands…. he hears what we hear. He’s been there himself. We are not alone.
My brother, I wish that I had the means to support your mission. Unfortunately, that is not reality. I felt the need to thank you for leading me to 'The Bard of Brighton', and this beautiful angel Chinchilla. 46 years on this floating rock and I needed this. Much love to all.
I appreciate that, and u are supporting my mission by watching and showing love
This one's a dagger. And Ren stuck it straight into the heart of anyone who gave him their ear.
"I'll bury myself in a great big smile" - I've been doing this for years. 😔
Sending positive vibes 💙 keep stepping forwards.
DaddouDan.....me too, sometimes my face aches from smiling...😑
Me too, friend. Me too.
Appreciate the real reaction, big love my man!
Me too. Walking around in a chalk outline. The first line from chinchilla too? Such relief in a sip of serotonin...I wish my brain just made it like others do. Instead of having to find it.
I've struggled with mental health issues my entire life. The truest line for me is the "I'm scared of being ok cuz all things change." Sometimes it amounts to who will remain at your side if/when you DO get better. People I thought I could rely on and catch me if I fell ended up cutting me out of their lives. I wasn't the "same person" any longer. Looking back I see it was nothing I did wrong: finding my personal strength meant they could no longer control me. I wasn't their doormat anymore. I'll always struggle with mental health, but at least at this point in my life I'm surrounded by people who honestly support me with a terrific therapist who has undoubtedly saved my life a million times over. Never give up the fight. 🙏♥
Ditto on that line. ❤
Just discovered you because of Ren. You are amazing. This song hits me deep as a 51 year old living with end stage kidney disease, life long dialysis, anxiety and depression. You speak so well and you're not afraid to let your emotions show. Keep up the good work and peace ✌️
Omg “I think I just got a kidney stone” if that’s not the greatest line reacting to a song idk what is. Killing it bro
Yes 😂
Ren is doing what artists should be doing.
I like you. Empaths make me believe in good ppl . Usually i watch only katrina velarde but Ren is a must watch
Ray you got me crying during this reaction. I'm struggling with alcoholism and depression and I'm really struggling to pull myself out of it. I temporarily get relief when I watch videos like this and your words are definitely having an impact. You just are an overall beautiful human being and I'm so blessed that I found your channel
You're a legend for 7 years sober. I got there myself. Depression and my past still leave me feeling worthless. I was in prison when both my parents and a sister passed away.
Still hits so deep. 2 years and 2 months sober. Thank you for your thoughts and perspective 👌 keep it up legend
this guy is just beyond words.....wow
Ren touches the soul right at its core!! 💯🤯🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Ren has opened a Portal - so many reactions, deep discussions, honest expression as well as channel and views growth for himself and his reactors - he hasn't just dropped a pebble into a lake, he's cast a meteorite into the ocean and is creating a Tsunami of community connection, communication and growth with all who "Rensonate" with him. I believe he's a Warrior of Light💖🙏
Beautiful reaction btw - new sub here via Ren
Beautiful comment btw
How insane that he explodes like this right before having to go into 6 months of treatment.. he must be ready to bounce through the walls right now
@@system0fadowner251 I actually think it's quite fortunate (and quite possibly planned) timing as his explosion has taken on a life of its own whilst he can "sit back" and focus primarily on his treatment and recovery whilst all the hard work he put in prior is paying off and running with its own momentum. It's also enabled him to stay the necessary time longer required as both he and his illness is a hot topic that others have felt inspired to donate to.
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So very true and I love "rensonate". Long may it continue
Bro not afraid to say it I tear tf up on this song EVERY time. It hits hard and deeeep.
Now THIS is the type of reaction I was looking for. I was absolutely reduced to TEARS the first few times I heard this. Absolutely breathtakingly tragically beautiful.
Thanks for creating the Ren playlist, it made it much easier for me to navigate.
Glad it was helpful!
Ren v Chinchilla's Chalk Outline and How To Be Me are my two top favorites of his songs so far. Of course Hi Ren is right up there too. You must react to "How To Be Me" its so powerful. Quiet a few years ago Ren lost his best friend to suicide. He jumped off a bridge, late at night, at a very dark moment in his very short life They were never able to find his body. It impacted Ren immensely, I'm guessing it's in a very safe way given Ren courage in the years following. Like all Ren's other music he pulls you in and you feel everything. He's so original, positive and engaging. I'm 68 and respect that not only is he an extraordinary talent, but his perseverance, strength and his ability to never gives up (even though he's had every reason to) is so impressive. It's clear Ren strives for happiness, his ability to continue to evolve and grow has turned him into a young man that will change the world, he will change many lives in a massive positive way. Vibe I love your reactions. They are so honest and clearly from the heart. You dir, will also change live a leave a powerful footprint behind you. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Ren using the acoustics of his sets to create the soundscapes in his songs is an incredible talent that I don't see anyone else doing. He creates a bigger sound with his vocals and a simple guitar than other entire bands i listen to.
Ren is genre defying! Look how much good he is doing! This is the future of music and the labels are afraid. Thank you for your great reactions, help and advice! This IS beyond music and we are witnessing music history in the making! I think he will be a music legend if he is not already, in my book he is! Thanks again VIBE REACTIONS!
Ren & Chinchilla sing “how to be me” beautiful
Man, I found you through Ren but damn this might be the best reaction I have seen.
Lost a friend today your reaction helped
Am sorry for your loss , if u need an ear am hear
Dang it Ray. I’m back just to watch this one again. Your reaction video on this one is 🔥 💛… I’ve been back to visit for this particular reaction video on Chalk Outlines several times. Ray, you never fail to get the tears flowing with your honest, open reaction and sharing of your own story. Ren and Chinchilla hit us with the same feels through Ren’s movie/ visual storytelling, their harmonies, Ren’s lyrics and his lovely sensitive touch on the guitar strings. He pulls those opening notes out so fluidly and fully. Their intensity and desperate energy hits me. I’ve been there and can completely relate and understand in so many levels.
Then in comes Ray with his message of hope, love, support, kindness, and empathy for his channel subscribers. Not to mention an offer to connect us with someone who might be able to help.
Ray you are the best. I love your appreciation and ability to feel the music too. Just listening to you talk about your wife and daughter shows how much you love and respect women. You didn’t make a single snide crack about Chinchilla’s nails (which makes me leave those judgy weird reaction channels immediately). I love seeing you totally blown back by Chinchilla’s vocal ability and then gave her major props for her own artistic ability. Ray. You are the best! I’m happy you’re spreading Ren’s music and art here in the US. I’m hoping to see Ren and his friends high on the US charts soon. ❤️💪🏼☮️
I'm a convinced Renagade, and I've listened this song so many times... But your comments have been extremely HELPFUL for me. THANK YOU, Sir.
I follow you long time ago and I admire you. Thanks for your Ren reaction. Love from Spain. Say Hello to Federico 😊
How to be me by the both of them another beautiful one ❤
It touches you at a cellular level doesn't it.
"How to be me" (live) the 2 of these in perfect action again.
I'm now a huge Ren fan! Literally addicted. Both there voices in this are OUTSTANDING #Ren #CHINCHILLA 🔥❣️🔥❣️
Right there with you.
The best addiction one can have is Ren ❤❤❤❤
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.
Wow - did not think my first reaction to this song could be made even deeper by watching your reaction - thank you 💙. Had to step away a bit - collect my thoughts.
Yes, I agree that medication is over prescribed. Yes, the wrong treatment is given and it can take a very long time to find the right treatment. Yet we need to be very careful - many treatments work, it just may take time. Mistakes may happen but we can't give up trying. Something Ren said in another video about his experience trying to find the right treatment took years.
The thing is - even when you find what works the treatment can cause long term harm.
My mother suffered with a Chronic condition for decades. Years ago she had major surgery and took a particular medication to keep her condition under control. That medication contributed to why she died. Yet it kept her alive for many years. They now have other medications to treat this condition. She experienced the best and worst of the medical profession. At one point they had to restart her heart. The worst didn't break her - it kept her fighting.
Why I am to sharing this with you after watching your reaction was something you said earlier on...
On the last day with her in the hospital one of the final things she said to me before they took her to another hospital - thinking they could save her - was No Regrets. Maybe it was what she had been saying to herself for years. Maybe she wanted me to hear it and remember, because she knew there would be times I wish I had done more.
Why I say this to you... You seem to carry shame for things in your past. The thing is - those experiences make you who you are now. Someone who has found Ren. Someone sharing your reactions that are making this even more extraordinary for others. No regrets does not mean you forget everything - pain, addiction... Embrace this and try to live each day with no regrets. My mother lived in so much pain - yet even as her body betrayed her she tried to live with no regrets. Thank you 💙
Thank you for giving me a lil about yourself and yes ever since i got myself help i live my life with no regrets at all , it does still hurt a lil when i think about the past but like u said am learning to embrace the past to have a better future
God bless you brother go far you got one good head on your shoulders wow.
Damn dude. I thought I was done crying. Beautifully said and thank you for sharing. 🤗💛
8 years of hard work and dedication. Way to go my guy, keep up the hard work. Another great review :)
Thanks a ton!
Thank your for your thoughts and openness. Ren and Chinchilla also duet on How to Be Me. Another tough and beautiful one.
Everything about this is genuine. Even the reaction. Keep our heads up
I feel you man!♥I was already in the Chinchilla rabbit hole for the last weeks and fell in love with her raw emotional voice. This song is just the tip of her iceberg. She has an unearthly voice and talented AF. I wonder why nobody goes through that rabbit hole and react to her solo live performances yet. I highly recommend her "VERO Presents: CHINCHILLA - FINGERS Live for HungerTV".
One of the best reactions to Ren .... you understand , you lived it.
Followed Ren for years and happy now his music and talent is reaching a wider world.
I absolutely love the tone of both of their voices.
Uncle Ray you are best Ren reactor out there, thx so much bro much love from the UK
If you like Chinchilla and Ren 🔥🔥 you're going to love Sam Tompkins and Ren!! 🔥🔥🔥
Good for you Ray, 8 years sober. Stay strong. REN sends a message to all of us.
This art is real medicine.
Wow hadn’t heard that one yet. Not sure what to say, that song is incredible. Amazing what music is out there. What a blessing
That was such a heartfelt reaction. I love how honest and raw your videos are. I emplore you to just scroll to the bottom of rens page and just work your way up. His catalogue is extensive enough that it should take a while but it's not a ridiculous amount. Every song he makes is so uniquely brilliantly Ren. Been waiting so many years for people to catch on to the hype and I'm so here for it now they have.
Unfortunately I've only found Ren and his beautifully impactful works of art in the last week.
Fortunately I am one of the lucky ones to have found him now and am so thankful to you and all of his fans for helping him reach so many of us. 🤗
Another great reaction. May I recommend you check out Ren's other collaboration with Chinchilla, "How to Be Me," as well. As for "Chalk Outlines," it is one of my favorite songs right now. It moves me to tears every time, no matter how many times I listen to it; it describes my daily struggle for the past 25+ years.
Looking forward to more Ren reactions from you. God bless.
Ok!!! I am so done with you!! Ren has me in tears when I watch the videos, then I watch your reaction, and you have me on the floor in fetal position balling to your reaction.... I feel it and I am here for it! I feel Ren, every single performance but then I watch you and I feel your emotion/reaction to it even more!!! 😭😭😭😭
The most beautiful people
we know are those
who have known defeat
known suffering, known struggle,
and have found their way
out of the depths
They have a understanding of life
that fills them with compassion
Beautiful people don't just happen
they're created through hardship.
Your reactions are legendary! You can go all the way down the Ren rabbit hole and I'll be here for every video.
This song hits hard. I fight seasonal depression and it kicks me hard. I love this song and have a love for Ren's music. Thank you for the reaction.
Congratulations on 8 years. I am 6 years clean and sober myself.
SSSOOOO POWERFUL!!! THEIR VOICES! THE SONG! Lord.
Great reaction! Subscribing :)
Thank you so much.
Thank you for your testimony, your perspective, your advice 🙏
How can this not be worldfamous? Wait for the girl to hook in....bizar.
I have bipolar disorder rapid cycling … „I’m scared of being ok, cuz all things change „ hits so hard. Because even with meds, therapy, healthy diet, daily exercise , all of it. Things will change and I will be back in the depths of it. Ren‘s music has become essential for me. Ren and Chinchilla help so many with their music.
God bless u man. I just recently got sober. I was diagnosed as bipolar when I was 17 and it hasent been easy. Through my faith. And, my determined will to persevere I'm here today. Respect for being sober so long!!! My son showed me this guy and I couldent help but cry cause this is as close to me as any artist I've ever heard. I relate so much to Ren. Things are alot better these days. God is good. Music is my passion. I got my own songs on my channel. Just music. Anyway, keep fighting my man!!
Love your reactions. Thanks for your sharing and insight. Real emotional song/performance. Just beautiful
it is "something different" because it is healing people on deep levels and your heartfelt reaction shows that- you are healing to people as well -
You're turning into my favourite reactor. You sir are a stand up man.
8 years sober this last August big man! all my love to you for fighting that battle every day
It's more than art. It's cathartic .
Love your reactions to Ren
The beginning of the song when he said he feels like a floating chalk outline hit really hard. Damn Ren.......
Ren and Sam live.... Man's world...... How the voices grow (Sam is the man too); blow your mind 😂😂
You are the epitome of a great person. This was so awesome. You are killing it bro!
new sub here because "He is DIFFERENT and She is singing with her FACE!" nailed it, mic drop.
EDIT: I also like waving back at ya when you try to get that light back on haha!
Congratulations on your sobriety. Going through the things we do is hard, its difficult to pull outside of that, but as you said, we have to know and remember that pain, it is what helps us grow! Very proud of you. And you have a heart of gold - the love and support you show this community and want for the best for all of us. It is absolutely amazing! You are a gem my sir. Much love!
REN has so much soul to his voice and storytelling.
A very important message in order to heal is to allow yourself to be vulnerable and Feel!
It is very hard but it is a healing and refreshing thing to cry and it is completely fine and human.
Humans are very unique in the sense that we are the only species on the planet that cries out of emotion that we know of.
No other species does this.
Be grateful for the ability to feel as deeply as you can.
You nailed it. Ren and crew are something very special.
I'm halfway down the Ren rabbit hole and I am blown away by all of it. He is capturing the human condition in the most amazing performances. He transcends!
Beautiful reaction my friend.... How good was that...... There is no pigeon hole for REN, you see that now
Excellent react 👊 I'm enjoying you finding Ren as much as I enjoyed Finding Ren 😂 he paints the most exquisite pictures with his words.
For some fun happy Ren give Love music pt3 a go.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts and story with us, will be back for more. Keep stepping forwards 💙
💗💗💗Great reaction Ray, thanks, you and Federico are an unbeatable team... Peace and love from Bavaria!
It is art how you look away from the camera and speak. But I catch everything you say, in my eye's that is pure art.so I understand truly what you are saying about ren. I think everyone has "art" inside of them. I think it is how we show it and observe it that matters the most. Well done on the reaction you are an amazing reactor and I believe you are a good person. 👍
I appreciate you. Thank you for the love
Eight years sober? Nice going, man! Also, great reaction! And good, real talk about important subjects. Subbing
Love this song. Learned it on guitar just so I could belt it out. Singing is good for the soul
I want to thank you for your openness and the emotion you felt watching this. Ren has a powerful message he is spreading throughout the world.
Im 12 yrs clean, only 3 wks sober, and im not excusing anything...its an ever•present, non stop battle. And fight we must. Love you bud. From NC.
His genre is Musiphilosopsyiatrart.. a mix of music, philosophy, psychiatry, and art... and he reigns supreme. Ren X Chinchilla... together they multiply the magnificent finesse of their performance. "Oh my my" "Oh my god!" nail on the head dude!
REN IS HEALING US WITH HIS PAIN. ❤
Thank you for doing this reaction. I knew you would enjoy this one and have the reaction you did. These two together are amazing. The part you showed the emotion to, I cry to every single time. I'm 30 years clean from artery drugs and 15 years sober this month. Addiction is one of the biggest killers we have. Dr's are just as bad as street drugs at times. Fire reaction brother thank you again.
I'm glad you found this song. The line "there's a pill for everything" cuts me deep everytime.
Love that Ren is getting lots of recognition on UA-cam lately and whenever I see someone reacting to this particular song I click 100%. Can't wait to watch all the reaction videos on Ren's songs of yours!
It was a pleasure to see your reaction to this song. Lots of love from Germany!
Me and my sister sang this recently and I didn’t really understand how deep the song actually was until I was learning the song and I can’t tell you how many times in this song I had shivers shoot down my spine beautiful song I can’t get over how good it is
Amazing reaction! I loved seeing your passion and listening to your comments as you connected your own life to the song. It's obvious that you've been through some sh*t and hearing more of Ren's "story" brought out some feels. You're real. Ren's real. Loved it. I appreciate your work!
Ren is his own genre!
First time viewing you. I loved watching how much you enjoyed it. God bless you brother.
Love your reaction. Yeah, Ren is different. His music and words opens hearts and minds. Watching the reactions of so many people to his works show me, that I am not alone to feel this way.
What I see here in Ray is an individual with a very high EQ. Capable of being in your face funny, heart wrenchingly deep and every point in between. Most importantly, he knows where on that spectrum to be at any given moment. Much respect my man, thanks for opening up and for the great reaction!
You’re a precious soul … thanks for doing this one … it aches but that’s ok … it’s real. As someone medically traumatized and bedridden for 17 years this song is a voice for me too … ok for some Ren pure JOY!!! Do Power or I Got What You Want
Great reaction buddy. Thanks for baring your soul to us.
Best reaction video I have ever seen. I was in tears.
Wow, thank you
Ren & Chinchilla do a live in the street version of One Dance/Drunk in Love - their voices and Ren’s technical proficiency really shine on that one
I thank God that people like me can find a voice like Ren; and I thank God that people like me can find a friend like you. ❤🔥🍻
Loving it, loving it, loving it, keep Ren coming, so much versatility in this artist and you brother have obviously lived a life which enables you to make cutting remarks.
You hit the nail on the head bro, impossible to categorise Ren's musical genre. 1st artist I've ever come across whose talent is even more eclectic than my own musical tastes. My 17 year old son introduced me a couple years ago, he's been on my watch list ever since.
You amaze me because of how instantly you understand Ren’s music. I guess it’s because you can relate to it so personally because of what you have experienced.. and although I wish nobody ever had to experience these things, it is brilliant that people can find this solace in such an incredible art form
the song is medicine
Your genuine compassion and desire to help others comes through in every word. Thank you 😎👍
Congrats on your 8yrs♥️
I'm so happy you've truely found Ren... He gets right into your soul! He's great mates with all his collabs, the big push, Sam Tompkins, chinchilla & Eden Nash (from Humble - she was his girlfriend but now they are good friends)
More suggestions... Blind Eyed (with Sam Tompkins - live not the version ruined by a record company!),
How to Be Me (this song & freckled angle - among others- feature his friend who commited suicide) , Humble, Money Game pt 2 (where the "he sells sea shells" lyric from Hi Ren came from), Love Music pt2, Genesis, Children of The Moon, 1990s, Power, sick boi (his brand new song) ... These songs show some of Ren's range, but he has a huge catalogue and it's all brilliant so picking a few is so hard.
Also check out chinchilla's solo stuff - she's incredible. Terms & Conditions is a fav of mine plus the live version of Fingers.
He records his videos live on one take so sometimes you hear some background noise of traffic etc but I think that adds to the rawness that is strong with his music
I discovered Ren a few weeks ago and haven’t been the same since. I am 53 years old, and Hi Ren touched me in a way I haven’t experienced in a long time. I think those of us who have stood in the flames connect with his work in a way that transcends music. Frankly, I didn’t think anything could hit me like Hi Ren did. But this song hit just as powerfully, in a much different way. This is so powerful it is scary. When Chinchilla stood up at the end and let that belt loose, I burst into tears. I can’t even describe it, it was like she reached into my very soul. Tell me that music doesn’t have the power to save lives, and I will show you this piece and Hi Ren. We have the privilege of witnessing something absolutely extraordinary.
Ray, this was a fantastic reaction. First time watching you, and you earned a sub (and then some). Your willingness to be vulnerable will help more people than you will ever know. Your humanity and compassion for others shines through. Well done, brother.