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This is why people are so loyal to him. Even in this moment where he had earned the right to be proud of himself, he was still thinking of others and of the responsibility his platform comes with. Having followed him since the days when he was vlogging his health journey, I can say confidently that he has always had this attitude. ❤
Beautiful Reaction Dan❣️ I’m a 62 yr young American woman who had the pleasure of discovering, watching and clinging to Ren in real time. Never in my life have I been so positively impacted by another human being. He’s truly a precious gift on so many levels and agree wise beyond his years! Thank you for sharing your heartfelt thoughts with us💫
And this is why we love and respect this amazing soul so much. He's had such a positive effect on so many people and that will continue to ripple outwards to even more and more. 💜💜
He also puts his money where his mouth is now - opening a wellness clinic and safe space in Brighton for people who need support and help with their illness ❤ He’s hoping he can open more in future. Love this kid ❤
As a nurse, this video (and all of Ren's music) has inspired me to reflect on my own interactions with people who are gravely, chronically ill, and to think critically about the ways in which our healthcare systems are structured and how those structures are not always for the benefit of our patients. And as a writer, I always marvel at how adept Ren is at transforming his personal thoughts and experiences into words that have universal meaning. He is economical with words, and has not only a vast vocabulary but also a broad knowledge base draw on which allows him to make connections and analogies that are sometimes so unique that they surprise you into thinking about something in a new way. That is an exceptional ability.
Great reaction 😍 Ren makes us think and we love him even more for that... Great artist and wonderful human beeing... Thanks for reacting to this video 🥰
🫶🏻❤ I love that Ren doesn’t just present problems that we can all relate to, he gives solutions and paints a picture of hope. He’s like a modern day prophet.
Ren also showed Chris Webby how to Whitelist reactors. Very inspirational & relateable. I can understand him saying that the Medical industry needs to do better, he's been let down badly by them. Thanks for covering this in such a thoughtful, empathetic way.
His words about the rising tide, have colored the identity of the Renegades. In the Rabbit Hole Fan Club ,we first and foremost follow Ren's mantra of lifting each other up. Theough Ren, I found his community and goodness has become a humbling and beautiful thing.
@PeaceBeatswithDanBlackwell it truly carries over to my daily communication. I listen more/ knee jerk react much less. Acknowledging thetapestry of different life styles. Leaving me much more at peace and connected.
The point you make about ren making it about all of us and not him is right on. So many people can relate to the words of ren for so many different reasons. It’s one of the qualities that makes him so special. Also you finding ren and the renegades willl be so positive for you. Your videos have quickly become very popular with renegades. On Reddit and Patreon. We are sharing you where we can. You will grow because of you and how you relate to all of us.
Finding Ren and all of you wonderful Renegades has had an incredible impact on me and I can't put into words how much gratitude there is in my heart for all of you 🧡
When I first heard this video I was struggling mentally after years of living with an invisible chronic pain condition. First the first time in a very long time, I felt seen and understood. I no longer felt alone in my struggles and had hope for a future where I could still be of value to this world. Ren has taught me to live my life to the fullest I can, rather than just exist. And I am so much happier and accepting of myself.
What i love about Ren’s passage is both its selflessness and its breadth of application and action. Like so many of Ren’s lyrics, it takes one from the individual to the community and on to the world. It’s a philosophy for living no matter your situation. In a dark period of history in my own country, i think of his words about the decision we make with every interaction and i have found a measure of peace and a desire to connect with people even if we are at odds. Ren is so accessible and relatable and i feel like i owe it to him to heed his words.
“You don’t know whether or not your pain conceals gold… it definitely conceals wisdom, and it’s definitely a catalyst for filling you with empathy”. One of my favorite lines. Empathy is huge. If we all had a little more empathy things could be so much better ✨💛✨. Thanks Dan for your beautiful, touching and thoughtful reaction, as always
Beautiful commentry on Rens speech ❤ He always reminds me to look for the value and potential in difficult situations and also other people. Beauty and value are found in people and the living creations on this planet , sometimes well disguised😅 and finding it is exciting and comforting❤
Hi Ren was the most resonating message for me, with regards to dancing with your struggles. This video only confirmed for me, what he was truly all about. Thanks Dan ❤
Same for me- I was in equal parts laughing and crying at Hi Ren - laughing because someone finally made visible the snarky hateful voice and you just knew he really got it and all of a sudden you didn't feel alone and crying because it hurts to see someone else be tormented by those voices. This video just flipped the tickbox that he isn't all hyperbole and that he genuinely is a pretty exceptional human.
Thanks for reacting to this wise words of Ren 👍❤ Others already recommended Ren's autobiographical reading about his story in eight chapters: From the end of his best friend Joe, over becoming ill, getting and losing the contract with Sony, via his odyssey through various diagnosis and attempts of treatments to becoming at least better after his stem cell treatment. Absolutely worth watching. You will understand his songs even better afterwards and they become even more intense. Very personal and emotional videos. His song Troubles is a kind of condensation of these readings. Another great and deep work of art and wisdom is "Eden". It is a kind of mixture of speech and music. For me it belongs to his series of songs about greed: Crucify your Culture, Money Game 1 - 3 and Money Ties.
His disclaimor, "It's too much for me to remember right now...." is because this was during his treatment at the clinic in Calgary. Massive doses of anti-biotic & other medications would often leave him fuzzy-headed.
For me, it was not just this video, it's all of his work that made me see that I too can do what it takes. Sometimes it takes a person who's hurting more than you doing such incredible things, to get that last push for you to stop feeling sorry for yourself, for all the pain inflicted upon you by this life. But if he can try so hard in spite all that's burdening him, so can I. So yes, he inspired me to accept my darkness, lift my head up and start pursuing my dream. I can at least try. It is scarry, but it is freeing. I am eternally grateful to Ren for all that he has done. And thank you for this reaction, I have seen this video dozens of times, but something about seeing two beautiful souls instead of just one made it so much more powerful and beautiful ❤
*This* is why the RENegades love him so dearly. Ren is not just a brilliant artist but a beautiful human being who genuinely just wants to lift others up and inspire positive change in the world. If you have travelled far enough down the rabbit hole, none of this is surprising because it shines through in his art. Ren stands for authenticity, courageous vulnerability, and community. But this video is still very much worth watching because of how eloquently he expresses his wisdom and gives us all hope. As Ren reminds us: we are all just humans, flawed and prone to missteps, and that’s okay. Clearly any flaws of Ren just makes him more beautiful and inspirational for the rest of us through transparency, acceptance, and transformation. The world needs Ren. And there is no going back now. If you weren’t already a renegade at this point, watching this will surely do it cause how can you not love this man? 🖤🐰🕳️
for me, watching Ren express himself give me hope for humanity that there are those that are not self absorbed in the boundaries of their own flesh. He has a voice to express that which I don't think I could achieve, either in audience, but also in the poetic expression of a view. He not only expresses these things for himself, but for a whole (I believe to be a) group (which I am a part of) that I don't have the talent to express for ourselves, at least for myself.
Yes, I was going to recommend this as well. I don't know whether you'd want to react to them (they are heavy and longer), but I definitely think they are worth watching. You'll get a lot of insight into Ren's journey and where his music comes from.
@PeaceBeatswithDanBlackwell fair warning though...each chapter ends with a related song! You may want to react to those songs! Clip the video, or share your full experience watching each chapter! I'll watch the whole reaction if you choose the longer option. I think a lot of renegades would watch!
I cry each time I watch this, not only because of the pain that so evidentially has plagued Ren but because of the beauty it has fostered. Ren is exemplary, an extraordinary gift to the world. Thank you for such a thoughtful and thought provoking reaction, perfect start to my day!
First, I always encourage people to watch this video because I do think it explains why we love this man so much. The music is fantastic, but the man behind it is so special. I deal with some chronic pain. It takes me to some very dark places. In the midst, I try to remember it won’t be forever and it somehow eases the spiral of my thoughts. Also, this beautiful music Ren has given us has really reignited my love for music. So grateful for all of it…
The part that moved me most was the line about wielding the light if you’ve become intimate with the dark. It’s a deep truth that we probably all know but don’t always articulate to ourselves
I've watched this so many times- and I still can't get through it without my eyes stinging and having to blink back tears- you asked what the impact is for us personally, it's hard to quantify really... it changes each time I see it, so today it's that light can come out of dark and even the nasty nonsense can become a source of light. Take care 🙂
I love this video and am so happy u reacted to it! When I watched it, I cried happy tears and then sent it to all my peeps I thought would be inspired as well ❤❤
As someone with a chronic illness, I always relate to Ren's journey in that way, but the thing that resonates with me in this video is the part about our actions tilting the world toward heaven or hell, etc. And how that is not the same for everyone. Being empathetic and respectful of the differing views that make up the "tapestry" of humanity is so important right now, when we are so divided.
I've learnt, and not only from this video, but from his songs as well, that we should stop trying to blame and fix others.. but rather focus on yourself.. purge the hate, the greed, love with abandon and be kind.. to yourself and to others
Thank you very much. This man holds the candle to the darkness in our souls… it allows me to continue loving these humans who have decided to stop being human..,I love him… he is beautiful … ❤️x
I adore Ren and his thoughts on the world and life. I have anxiety and I realized when I listened to Ren and the big Push before bed, I was waking up without panic and just sleeping better. I believe Ren was put here for a reason, he has something to accomplish that will benefit the world. Im not crazy, hes special.
Ren turns 35 next month, he is wise beyond his years and was born with an old soul, even listening to him when he was young he always seemed intelligent and knowledgeable. His IQ is high and it is apparent with his vocabulary and speech, not to mention how many skills and talents he has that is associated with music. But yrs in a sick body being stuck in his own thoughts propelled what was important to him..creating art and music, humankind and the earth. He also read a lot books being stuck in bed, history, arts, poetry, sci-fi etc. Great and touching reaction, thank you.
Thank you for reacting to this video!❤️ It is such a clear example of how amazing he is as a human being. And one of the reasons we Renegades love him so much.
Out of curiosity, i checked the numbers on his channel. He's now got 1.94million subscribers. Not a surprise to those of us who know what he offers, to all.
Someone discussing symbolism and the lotus flower: “The flower's ability to rise from murky waters into something beautiful and untainted makes it a powerful symbol of hope and perseverance, beloved across generations and cultures…” Ren is like a lotus flower, imho
Ren always makes me stop and think. Depending on the video I get all the emotions and it’s freeing. ❤ I would love to see your thoughts on the song Bongo Bong that Ren played with his band The Big Push. 🥰 It’s a fun one 😊
there was a song i used to sing in youth group while in grade school. "this little light of mine" this video inspired me to spread light (love) in everything i do.
Beautiful reaction to a beautiful message, thank you 🙏❤ I guess what comes to my mind most often in everyday life is the part about the knot of anger. And I love the way he phrased the bit with the tapestries. And all the rest actually 😂
@@PeaceBeatswithDanBlackwell It surely is 😁 If you are further interested why Ren is so ahead of his age (cause I think that too), you could check out the 8 chapters on his other channel. Not necessarily to react to as they're quite long but on the other hand there's always song in the end of each chapter 😊 A perfect preparation for Troubles (studio version and acoustic are both great). And is How to be me (live!) with Chinchilla already on your list? 👉👈😇
I enjoyed your commentary! It’s true we need that reprieve from the monotony of day to day life & survival that’s why I believe God bestowed certain talents on people whether that is music, art, dance & other creative endeavors it makes life that much more enjoyable so that work IS important! Yes a firefighter’s job is admirable but even he or she needs to de-stress from the pressures of life!
❤❤❤ This video literally gave me hope for humanity. He is inspiring me everyday to get through or endure my pain and live, rather than, as he & you said, shrinking and hiding away, waiting for it to end. Watching others find Ren and getting to know so many reactors though Ren has shown me so many good, strong minded young men and women who want the same better world. ❤❤❤
Ren says a lot in this video and you can say a lot about it, but for me it comes down to his last three words. That he chose to end his video with them speaks volumes.
It’s super ingenious what he has done. Tom McDonald opened the door to independent artist, but Ren is really taking it to the next level hasn’t he!? And you’re so right spot on that actually his lack of green is going to end up making him twice as much maybe 10 times who knows. But certainly has proven that there is enough to go around and by being that way, people appreciate them support him, and like you said nobody loses everyone wins. Kujo beats is a prime example after he did Ren dirty and sold him an unlicensed sample on Sick Boi, Ren tried to negotiate and even go back and make a new track together with a 50-50 master split, which would’ve been a huge win for Kujo’s career. Instead, Kujo says no and now has a tarnish reputation gets no money from sick boy and doesn’t have a new top hit with one of today’s best artist I actually feel confident in saying today’s best artist. So ironically, it’s one of the topics that Ren speaks on all the time greed, which ruined Kujo’s career certainly has helped Ren’s career flourish, and certainly we all can learn from this.
I haven't gotten into the Kujo situation completely but I have a pretty good outline of what went down and sadly it's an all too familiar story. The industry is full of people screwing each other over but in the long run those types of people always lose ✌️🧡
I think the majority of artists are signed to producers who do the copystrikes. And the laws of some nations put even producers and artists in a bind where they’ll lose copyright ownership if they don’t defend any and all instances of copyright infringement. The whole legal ecosystem needs to change to reflect that reactors function like music magazines did in the old days: spreading news, recommending, or outright promoting artists.
Yes, you are right. Why should you ´feel´ less important as an artist than e.g. a fireman or detective? You do bring joy in this hard world, sometimes you save lives. This is what I wrote in a comment to Hi Ren, my "discovery" of Ren in april last year. ´I´m a 58 year old man from Belgium with a lovely wife and great sons, but unfortunately I went through the deepest dark for two-three years due to a number of reasons. But since April last year I feel good again (what a feeling! - since I didn´t expect it anymore) thanks to therapy, that I didn´t want/avoided for way too long. But the real lifesavers/lifechangers in that period were... artists/video´s on You Tube. If Michael Stipe (R.E.M.) didn´t sing 'Hold on/Hang on' in Everybody Hurts, I doubt that I would still be here. If Nightbirde didn´t sing ´It´s okay´ on AGT and didn´t say ´You can´t wait until life isn´t hard anymore before you decide to be happy', maybe I´d still be depressed. Just to say: I saw THIS video (and the reactions on YT to it) two days ago and I know FOR SURE this changes the life/thoughts of many people, this saves lives. Ren = hope. Because he´s real. Because he´s been there. Because he´s a (beautiful) human being...´ And 10 months later I still think so.
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Another insightful reaction, Dan. 💚 I would love to see you react to Kasey Chambers - Lose Yourself (live cover of Eminem) 🙏
Oh that sounds great, thank you! I'm so glad you enjoyed my reaction! ✌️🧡
This is why people are so loyal to him. Even in this moment where he had earned the right to be proud of himself, he was still thinking of others and of the responsibility his platform comes with. Having followed him since the days when he was vlogging his health journey, I can say confidently that he has always had this attitude. ❤
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I would adopt him if he needed a proper American family. 😂
@tjh5716 😆
@tjh5716 why would he?
@@pbridget72 he wouldn’t
Beautiful Reaction Dan❣️
I’m a 62 yr young American woman who had the pleasure of discovering, watching and clinging to Ren in real time. Never in my life have I been so positively impacted by another human being. He’s truly a precious gift on so many levels and agree wise beyond his years!
Thank you for sharing your heartfelt thoughts with us💫
Thank you for reacting to our beautiful Ren. I've subscribed ❤
And this is why we love and respect this amazing soul so much. He's had such a positive effect on so many people and that will continue to ripple outwards to even more and more. 💜💜
His is just a beautiful soul and this is why we love him.
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Got it in a nutshell🌻The Humaities/Arts are how civilizations learns what it is to be a human x
Well said ✌️🧡
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He also puts his money where his mouth is now - opening a wellness clinic and safe space in Brighton for people who need support and help with their illness ❤ He’s hoping he can open more in future. Love this kid ❤
Ren is just a gift to humanity. 💜
As a nurse, this video (and all of Ren's music) has inspired me to reflect on my own interactions with people who are gravely, chronically ill, and to think critically about the ways in which our healthcare systems are structured and how those structures are not always for the benefit of our patients. And as a writer, I always marvel at how adept Ren is at transforming his personal thoughts and experiences into words that have universal meaning. He is economical with words, and has not only a vast vocabulary but also a broad knowledge base draw on which allows him to make connections and analogies that are sometimes so unique that they surprise you into thinking about something in a new way. That is an exceptional ability.
And, interestingly, your comment here has caused me to stop and think.
The ripple effect is strong with what Ren has started.
Great reaction 😍 Ren makes us think and we love him even more for that... Great artist and wonderful human beeing... Thanks for reacting to this video 🥰
❤ Thank you for your reaction ❤ Much Love ❤
Much love to you too! ✌️🧡
Ren must be protected at all costs.... he's a very important hooman bean 🥹💜
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🫶🏻❤ I love that Ren doesn’t just present problems that we can all relate to, he gives solutions and paints a picture of hope. He’s like a modern day prophet.
Another lovely reaction ❤ This is what lifts us all - The Ren effect ❤ Thanks Dan
Thank you so much! 🙌✌️🧡
Ren also showed Chris Webby how to Whitelist reactors. Very inspirational & relateable. I can understand him saying that the Medical industry needs to do better, he's been let down badly by them. Thanks for covering this in such a thoughtful, empathetic way.
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His words about the rising tide, have colored the identity of the Renegades. In the Rabbit Hole Fan Club ,we first and foremost follow Ren's mantra of lifting each other up. Theough Ren, I found his community and goodness has become a humbling and beautiful thing.
It is a beautiful mantra 🧡🧡🧡
@francesdoll4039 That's funny, it's so deeply rooted that I didn't even think of it when he asked 😂
@PeaceBeatswithDanBlackwell it truly carries over to my daily communication. I listen more/ knee jerk react much less. Acknowledging thetapestry of different life styles. Leaving me much more at peace and connected.
I couldn't agree more with this. 💜
so true
The point you make about ren making it about all of us and not him is right on. So many people can relate to the words of ren for so many different reasons. It’s one of the qualities that makes him so special. Also you finding ren and the renegades willl be so positive for you. Your videos have quickly become very popular with renegades. On Reddit and Patreon. We are sharing you where we can. You will grow because of you and how you relate to all of us.
Finding Ren and all of you wonderful Renegades has had an incredible impact on me and I can't put into words how much gratitude there is in my heart for all of you 🧡
When I first heard this video I was struggling mentally after years of living with an invisible chronic pain condition.
First the first time in a very long time, I felt seen and understood.
I no longer felt alone in my struggles and had hope for a future where I could still be of value to this world.
Ren has taught me to live my life to the fullest I can, rather than just exist. And I am so much happier and accepting of myself.
What i love about Ren’s passage is both its selflessness and its breadth of application and action. Like so many of Ren’s lyrics, it takes one from the individual to the community and on to the world. It’s a philosophy for living no matter your situation. In a dark period of history in my own country, i think of his words about the decision we make with every interaction and i have found a measure of peace and a desire to connect with people even if we are at odds. Ren is so accessible and relatable and i feel like i owe it to him to heed his words.
“You don’t know whether or not your pain conceals gold… it definitely conceals wisdom, and it’s definitely a catalyst for filling you with empathy”. One of my favorite lines. Empathy is huge. If we all had a little more empathy things could be so much better ✨💛✨. Thanks Dan for your beautiful, touching and thoughtful reaction, as always
Beautiful reaction to a beautiful video ❤✌
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I was thinking you would resonate with this.
Always look forward to your reactions - authentic and relatable
🙏 Thank you so much ✌️🧡
He’s just a beautiful person. Inside and outside. Thanks Dan❤
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Thanks Dan 🇬🇧 A fellow Brit 👍👏👏
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Please check out Ren's philosophical manifesto: Eden
Ooh, I would love to thanks! ✌️🧡
Beautiful commentry on Rens speech ❤
He always reminds me to look for the value and potential in difficult situations and also other people. Beauty and value are found in people and the living creations on this planet , sometimes well disguised😅 and finding it is exciting and comforting❤
Hi Ren was the most resonating message for me, with regards to dancing with your struggles. This video only confirmed for me, what he was truly all about. Thanks Dan ❤
Me too 🧡
Same for me- I was in equal parts laughing and crying at Hi Ren - laughing because someone finally made visible the snarky hateful voice and you just knew he really got it and all of a sudden you didn't feel alone and crying because it hurts to see someone else be tormented by those voices. This video just flipped the tickbox that he isn't all hyperbole and that he genuinely is a pretty exceptional human.
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Thanks for reacting to this wise words of Ren 👍❤
Others already recommended Ren's autobiographical reading about his story in eight chapters: From the end of his best friend Joe, over becoming ill, getting and losing the contract with Sony, via his odyssey through various diagnosis and attempts of treatments to becoming at least better after his stem cell treatment. Absolutely worth watching. You will understand his songs even better afterwards and they become even more intense. Very personal and emotional videos.
His song Troubles is a kind of condensation of these readings.
Another great and deep work of art and wisdom is "Eden". It is a kind of mixture of speech and music. For me it belongs to his series of songs about greed: Crucify your Culture, Money Game 1 - 3 and Money Ties.
His disclaimor, "It's too much for me to remember right now...." is because this was during his treatment at the clinic in Calgary. Massive doses of anti-biotic & other medications would often leave him fuzzy-headed.
Oh wow, thanks for that I didn't know 🧡
For me, it was not just this video, it's all of his work that made me see that I too can do what it takes. Sometimes it takes a person who's hurting more than you doing such incredible things, to get that last push for you to stop feeling sorry for yourself, for all the pain inflicted upon you by this life. But if he can try so hard in spite all that's burdening him, so can I. So yes, he inspired me to accept my darkness, lift my head up and start pursuing my dream. I can at least try. It is scarry, but it is freeing. I am eternally grateful to Ren for all that he has done. And thank you for this reaction, I have seen this video dozens of times, but something about seeing two beautiful souls instead of just one made it so much more powerful and beautiful ❤
*This* is why the RENegades love him so dearly. Ren is not just a brilliant artist but a beautiful human being who genuinely just wants to lift others up and inspire positive change in the world. If you have travelled far enough down the rabbit hole, none of this is surprising because it shines through in his art. Ren stands for authenticity, courageous vulnerability, and community. But this video is still very much worth watching because of how eloquently he expresses his wisdom and gives us all hope. As Ren reminds us: we are all just humans, flawed and prone to missteps, and that’s okay. Clearly any flaws of Ren just makes him more beautiful and inspirational for the rest of us through transparency, acceptance, and transformation. The world needs Ren. And there is no going back now. If you weren’t already a renegade at this point, watching this will surely do it cause how can you not love this man? 🖤🐰🕳️
for me, watching Ren express himself give me hope for humanity that there are those that are not self absorbed in the boundaries of their own flesh. He has a voice to express that which I don't think I could achieve, either in audience, but also in the poetic expression of a view. He not only expresses these things for himself, but for a whole (I believe to be a) group (which I am a part of) that I don't have the talent to express for ourselves, at least for myself.
Enjoyed watching your reaction to Ren's words, thanks 🙏🕊️
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If you want to learn more about Ren's story I recommend his 8 chapter videos on his Ren Makes Stuff channel, I'll warn you though they get very heavy
Yes, I was going to recommend this as well. I don't know whether you'd want to react to them (they are heavy and longer), but I definitely think they are worth watching. You'll get a lot of insight into Ren's journey and where his music comes from.
That sounds interesting thank you! ✌️🧡
@PeaceBeatswithDanBlackwell fair warning though...each chapter ends with a related song! You may want to react to those songs! Clip the video, or share your full experience watching each chapter! I'll watch the whole reaction if you choose the longer option. I think a lot of renegades would watch!
I cry each time I watch this, not only because of the pain that so evidentially has plagued Ren but because of the beauty it has fostered. Ren is exemplary, an extraordinary gift to the world. Thank you for such a thoughtful and thought provoking reaction, perfect start to my day!
Thanks Maureen, I had to hold back some emotion honestly. Such a powerful message 🧡🧡🧡
First, I always encourage people to watch this video because I do think it explains why we love this man so much. The music is fantastic, but the man behind it is so special. I deal with some chronic pain. It takes me to some very dark places. In the midst, I try to remember it won’t be forever and it somehow eases the spiral of my thoughts. Also, this beautiful music Ren has given us has really reignited my love for music. So grateful for all of it…
The part that moved me most was the line about wielding the light if you’ve become intimate with the dark. It’s a deep truth that we probably all know but don’t always articulate to ourselves
Well said, incredibly powerful 🧡
What you said about not letting the pain and anxiety etc. allow one to shrink oneself into nothing.... I needed to hear that. Thank you.
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I've watched this so many times- and I still can't get through it without my eyes stinging and having to blink back tears- you asked what the impact is for us personally, it's hard to quantify really... it changes each time I see it, so today it's that light can come out of dark and even the nasty nonsense can become a source of light. Take care 🙂
🧡 That is a really lovely sentiment to take away from it, it is an incredible way to think. Take care 😊✌️🧡
I love this video and am so happy u reacted to it! When I watched it, I cried happy tears and then sent it to all my peeps I thought would be inspired as well ❤❤
As someone with a chronic illness, I always relate to Ren's journey in that way, but the thing that resonates with me in this video is the part about our actions tilting the world toward heaven or hell, etc. And how that is not the same for everyone. Being empathetic and respectful of the differing views that make up the "tapestry" of humanity is so important right now, when we are so divided.
I've learnt, and not only from this video, but from his songs as well, that we should stop trying to blame and fix others.. but rather focus on yourself.. purge the hate, the greed, love with abandon and be kind.. to yourself and to others
Always love to hear your insights❤️
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Thank you very much. This man holds the candle to the darkness in our souls… it allows me to continue loving these humans who have decided to stop being human..,I love him… he is beautiful … ❤️x
I adore Ren and his thoughts on the world and life. I have anxiety and I realized when I listened to Ren and the big Push before bed, I was waking up without panic and just sleeping better. I believe Ren was put here for a reason, he has something to accomplish that will benefit the world. Im not crazy, hes special.
That's so incredible, much love ✌️🧡
Lovely reaction, thanks
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Ren turns 35 next month, he is wise beyond his years and was born with an old soul, even listening to him when he was young he always seemed intelligent and knowledgeable. His IQ is high and it is apparent with his vocabulary and speech, not to mention how many skills and talents he has that is associated with music. But yrs in a sick body being stuck in his own thoughts propelled what was important to him..creating art and music, humankind and the earth. He also read a lot books being stuck in bed, history, arts, poetry, sci-fi etc. Great and touching reaction, thank you.
Thank you for reacting to this video!❤️ It is such a clear example of how amazing he is as a human being. And one of the reasons we Renegades love him so much.
Out of curiosity, i checked the numbers on his channel. He's now got 1.94million subscribers.
Not a surprise to those of us who know what he offers, to all.
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Someone discussing symbolism and the lotus flower:
“The flower's ability to rise from murky waters into something beautiful and untainted makes it a powerful symbol of hope and perseverance, beloved across generations and cultures…”
Ren is like a lotus flower, imho
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Ren always makes me stop and think. Depending on the video I get all the emotions and it’s freeing. ❤ I would love to see your thoughts on the song Bongo Bong that Ren played with his band The Big Push. 🥰 It’s a fun one 😊
I cry every time I see this, it's so beautiful and powerful! This is why we love Ren the way that we do, and I'm glad you got to watch it!
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there was a song i used to sing in youth group while in grade school. "this little light of mine" this video inspired me to spread light (love) in everything i do.
Beautiful reaction to a beautiful message, thank you 🙏❤
I guess what comes to my mind most often in everyday life is the part about the knot of anger. And I love the way he phrased the bit with the tapestries. And all the rest actually 😂
Haha yeah it's all pretty bloody powerful isn't it! ✌️🧡
@@PeaceBeatswithDanBlackwell It surely is 😁
If you are further interested why Ren is so ahead of his age (cause I think that too), you could check out the 8 chapters on his other channel. Not necessarily to react to as they're quite long but on the other hand there's always song in the end of each chapter 😊 A perfect preparation for Troubles (studio version and acoustic are both great).
And is How to be me (live!) with Chinchilla already on your list? 👉👈😇
I enjoyed your commentary! It’s true we need that reprieve from the monotony of day to day life & survival that’s why I believe God bestowed certain talents on people whether that is music, art, dance & other creative endeavors it makes life that much more enjoyable so that work IS important! Yes a firefighter’s job is admirable but even he or she needs to de-stress from the pressures of life!
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This video literally gave me hope for humanity.
He is inspiring me everyday to get through or endure my pain and live, rather than, as he & you said, shrinking and hiding away, waiting for it to end.
Watching others find Ren and getting to know so many reactors though Ren has shown me so many good, strong minded young men and women who want the same better world. ❤❤❤
Ren says a lot in this video and you can say a lot about it, but for me it comes down to his last three words. That he chose to end his video with them speaks volumes.
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I told you. He's a bard
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It’s super ingenious what he has done. Tom McDonald opened the door to independent artist, but Ren is really taking it to the next level hasn’t he!? And you’re so right spot on that actually his lack of green is going to end up making him twice as much maybe 10 times who knows. But certainly has proven that there is enough to go around and by being that way, people appreciate them support him, and like you said nobody loses everyone wins. Kujo beats is a prime example after he did Ren dirty and sold him an unlicensed sample on Sick Boi, Ren tried to negotiate and even go back and make a new track together with a 50-50 master split, which would’ve been a huge win for Kujo’s career. Instead, Kujo says no and now has a tarnish reputation gets no money from sick boy and doesn’t have a new top hit with one of today’s best artist I actually feel confident in saying today’s best artist. So ironically, it’s one of the topics that Ren speaks on all the time greed, which ruined Kujo’s career certainly has helped Ren’s career flourish, and certainly we all can learn from this.
I haven't gotten into the Kujo situation completely but I have a pretty good outline of what went down and sadly it's an all too familiar story. The industry is full of people screwing each other over but in the long run those types of people always lose ✌️🧡
If you encounter people who want to know more about Ren Gill, point them toward Ren's 1000000 subscriber video.
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I think the majority of artists are signed to producers who do the copystrikes. And the laws of some nations put even producers and artists in a bind where they’ll lose copyright ownership if they don’t defend any and all instances of copyright infringement. The whole legal ecosystem needs to change to reflect that reactors function like music magazines did in the old days: spreading news, recommending, or outright promoting artists.
Well said, I agree 100%! ✌️🧡
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Yes, you are right. Why should you ´feel´ less important as an artist than e.g. a fireman or detective? You do bring joy in this hard world, sometimes you save lives. This is what I wrote in a comment to Hi Ren, my "discovery" of Ren in april last year.
´I´m a 58 year old man from Belgium with a lovely wife and great sons, but unfortunately I went through the deepest dark for two-three years due to a number of reasons. But since April last year I feel good again (what a feeling! - since I didn´t expect it anymore) thanks to therapy, that I didn´t want/avoided for way too long. But the real lifesavers/lifechangers in that period were... artists/video´s on You Tube. If Michael Stipe (R.E.M.) didn´t sing 'Hold on/Hang on' in Everybody Hurts, I doubt that I would still be here. If Nightbirde didn´t sing ´It´s okay´ on AGT and didn´t say ´You can´t wait until life isn´t hard anymore before you decide to be happy', maybe I´d still be depressed. Just to say: I saw THIS video (and the reactions on YT to it) two days ago and I know FOR SURE this changes the life/thoughts of many people, this saves lives. Ren = hope. Because he´s real. Because he´s been there. Because he´s a (beautiful) human being...´
And 10 months later I still think so.
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If you can listen also listen vengo dalla luna by caparezza
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please react to cakra khan. he coverd an orchestra version of iris by goo goo dolls, thank you ❤
Ooh wow that sounds amazing I love that song! ✌️🧡
@PeaceBeatswithDanBlackwell omg YESS, cant wait to see your jaw dropped 🥂
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