Hello Renegades! Thank you so much for the love and support! I have seen all the comments and appreciate all the kind words! I can’t wait to react to more of Ren’s work and I will do my best not to pause as much next time. It was hard to pause through this because of how amazing it is- but I just had to point out some things I saw.. my uncut reaction is an hour long.. so I had to even cut that down as well 😅 Anyway- thank you once again for everything you guys! Here’s to going down this beautiful rabbit hole! Thank you Ren!
@@Videoeditorreacts the fact that you are Video Editor is the first tell that you would be one who pauses often! Lol. But we are used to that with Ren videos for sure because there’s always so much to take in. 😊
@Videoeditorreacts no. I want you to pause, rewind, analyse, pick up details, and talk about the things you, as a professional, and understanding what Ren's doing, are seeing. Ignore people who complain about you pausing, We actually want you to be you. And give us something different to the standard reaction.
Samuel you're a genius ! So happy to hear all the kind words this great professional said about your work !! Ren and you are such an amazing team ! Love you 💕
All Hail Samuel We’re not worthy. There seems to be an instinct connection between you and ren. Money Game 3 was next level. The videography was equally important to the story as the the lyrics
Two months before she died, this is what Sinead O’Connor posted after watching Hi Ren: “Holy motherfuckin SHIT! Someone just showed me this at the weekend. This Archangel from like, twelfth heaven or somewhere, has only gone and made the entire history of songwriting and performing look like a three year old’s birthday party at Burger King”.
We're pretty proud of our Ren in the UK. National treasure, except that not everyone has discovered him yet. He's from Wales originally, but I'm going to claim him for England as he has made his home in Brighton on the south coast of England. This video was recorded live on a very low budget by Ren and his friend and cinematographer Samuel Perry-Falvey. They didn't have permission from the landlord to film in this location. They managed four good takes and then had to leave, with no chance to try again as Ren was due to leave for extended medical treatment in Canada shortly after. The sound is from one take, with bits of video spliced together from the four takes. This guy is already an inspirational speaker! Check out his One million subscribers: Defining Success thank you video. You won't regret it. He's also a hilarious internet troll with a very cheeky sense of humour. Ren conceptualises his music with visuals in mind right from the start. There is a lot here to sink your teeth into. Check out the song Sick Boi for more of his personal story. It's recorded in the same room. For incredible storytelling and 3 live one-take videos, check out the Tale of Jenny and Screech. There is a 13 minute video with the three tales in the correct order: they make up a bigger story. It's very dark but compelling.
Don't think there's any claiming him for England, he's Welsh and is proud of his home country. In fact any Welsh person would offended at the suggestion of becoming English! ;)
Well said! This is almost everything I was going to say except the part of claiming him lol. I was born in Germany and grew up in Chicago so I'm far away from the UK.
Best Jenny and Screech are the all 3 stitched together. 13+ minute total length. Don't worry for a Renegade you could turn in a 1hour reaction to Ren and we would not think it's long if it's fun.
I am curious why you think a video with no edits would especially appeal to an Editor? Wouldn’t an Editor more be interested in a video with much editing more than a video absent editing?
He IS an inspirational speaker - watch his 5 min thank you speech for getting one million subscribers called Defining Success. A generational talent - a star. Thank you for helping to spread the word for this independent artist who is rarely played on the radio and cannot tour❤ PS I think this is hopeful - not tragic at all! X
This video was filmed in a basement they found. They got 4 takes done before they were discovered and had to leave. The video is mostly one take, with extras cuts from a handheld. It was all recorded on a lav mic and guitar pickup. What Ren can do with 4 lights, a guitar, wheelchair, and a lav mic is truly astonishing. Checkout Murder and the Tale of Jenny and Screech for more of Ren’s cinematic genius.
I think the artistic choice here was for switching camera because it fit the switching of personalities. Clearly it could have been one camera, continuous shot. Fyi, what some people call “one take” is actually “single shot” or “one-shot”. You can have a one-take performance that uses multiple cameras. They are all recording the same take of the performance. “Take” more refers to the action being recorded. Each time a scene is performed is a take, regardless of how many camera angles are used to record. Jenny is a one-shot, one-take. Hi Ren is a multiple-shot one-take. Because of how wide the master-shot, it had to be images compiled from two different takes, the wide shot would see the handheld moving into place. What that means in what we are seeing is that some of the shots have audio from a take you are not seeing, they had to use pieces of video where the mouth-movement lined up enough to match and not be off in timing.
You have no idea the rabbit hole you're about to explore and I'm here for it! Ren and his friends are incredible! Enjoy the ride. I've been watching Ren reactions for well over a year and you're the first person that's pointed out the rubble on the one side!! 😮 I can't wait for you to react to all the others!!
Yes, I thought the same thing. I've watched at least 100 reactions and this is the first time I heard someone point that out. He also pointed out the condition of the other side of the room as being in the process of renovating or rebuilding so therefore in better condition. Interesting perspective!
I’ve watched quite a few reactions by now and you noticed quite a few things about the scene that I hadn’t even considered. Very nice observations and was a joy to watch your journey through this amazing song!
Oh wow... You're giving a new perspective for this video. I watched sooo many Hi Ren reaction videos to see how people think about Hi Ren. You're giving plenty of EXCELLENT FRESH PERSPECTIVES. Amazing. Thank you.
Agreed. I've probably watched more than 300 reactions and this is the 1st one I've seen that has noticed the rubble. I didn't either till now. (Granted, I watch on my phone mainly)
I’ve watched hundreds of reactions to this piece and you have observed more in the first 2:30 than I have ever witnessed!! I paused to say that, lol. Let’s hope the rest is as good!! 😉
I've been waiting for you to get to Ren! So many videos that would blow your mind. He's really great at one take/one shot videos! His video budget has increased over the last 2 years but the videos he did very small budget are brilliant and creative and now they are next level.... Hope you fall down this rabbit hole! As an editor the ones I think would be the most interesting from that perspective would be the following: *The Tales of Jenny and Screech (full version, it's about 13 plus minutes long and split into 3 chapters.) *Sick Boi *Animal Flow *Murderer *Money Game parts 1, 2, 3 (2 is a lyric video or you miss a good chunk of the song - but even his lyric videos are different from the average lyric videos!) *Kujo Beatdown *Money Ties *Slaughterhouse *Sick Boi Episode 1: The Flame of Prometheus (not a music video, don't want to give anything away tho.) Honestly, can't go wrong with anything Ren. He's a once in a lifetime artist and human. 🔥🔥🔥💙💙💙💥💥💥 Shared this reaction to all 3 Ren FB Groups I'm part of and his Patreon.
Thanks for sharing, I really enjoyed this reaction. I've never heard anyone pick up Ren breaks the fourth wall from two different sides of himself before.
Is it just me? Because I swear I can tell when a new reactor is in for a fuckin ride down this rabbit hole . The reaction is just so Much more genuine I swear can’t wait to see you dive in
Ren to me, is a book with a blank cover. Open the book and the pages transport you to a time, place and emotion of Rens choosing. I'm just an old fart, but Ren has touched and helped me these last couple years. God bless and keep Ren among us, we need him
Loved your technical video expertise reaction. You're going to hear everybody recommending the Jenny and Screech Trilogy...I can't wait to hear your take on this Masterclass in storytelling. Not to mention each song in the trilogy was done in one take.
I love how u went on to describe the room in great detail. I never noticed all the differences between the 2 sides of the room as u did. Ive watched 100+ reactions and i dont think anyone else has either. I love that about reactions. I notice something new to an already amazing song. Thanx
Be careful about taking what he says as fact. He many times takes incidental elements that were not artistic statement as projects them as being artistic choice and statement. And, his knowledge of Cinematography is amateurish, he several times thinks he knows but he is way off. He is un careful. Remember, he is an Editor. Editors are rarely out doing field-production. Rarely do they perform Cubematography.
I probably watched hi ren reactions 100 times and your the first reactor I’ve seen describe the the details of the set. It was amazing to watch you analyze it like that. You found things I’d never thought of before, like the rubble on the dark side and clean space on the light side, the space in between the shot to make it look more convincing. Great job man!
Ren and his friends are expert guerilla filmmakers. The blinking lights, his buddies just flicking light switches, the decrepit room, just a basement under an apartment building. The recording equipment was all off the shelf, handheld or backpack sized gear. The end result is the culmination of artists all sharing a vision and some obsessive post production by Ren himself to clean up the audio from what was a very imperfect recording on the day.
I think he is incorrect in his theory that it was not just incidental, because the same rubble is there in Sick Boi, and dark-Ren faces away from the rubble not for reason to do with the rubble but rather because the choice to have dark-Ren face left symbolizes sinister. In religions and cultures the direction of Left is bad, sinister, evil. The direction of Right is good, right, correct. Also, both sides of the space have decay, the frame-left side is not significantly more in state of decay / chaos than the frame-right side. Sorry, but this reactor is making a lot of bad guesses.
I have watched 1000s of reactions to this probably at this point, (yes disabled and it is keeping me going right now, i know i need to get a life, i think about it all the time lol) but you explained this and picked up on so much other video people haven't! The walls, talking to the shadows, the lights being bigger etc. Great reaction!
You are loved. You don't need to "get a life". Half of the mental health difficulty is (as REN has showed in this video) being kind to ourselves. If REN is keeping you going right now and you love watching reactions...then keep watching reactions and love yourself in the process.
@@Bridgeinprocess thank you so much! I love this family! I mostly say it to counter act any comments. You would be amazed how many things like that get!
New sub here from Arizona, I'm here for any and all Ren reactions. As a 54 year old music lover my whole life, Ren has reconfigured my mind for the better and REN-EWED my heart & soul by making me really hear music for the 1st time in my life! Thank you for the great reaction! 😁 What an amazing journey awaits you!
You’ve stepped into a most incredible and important place!! Ren and his artistic music single-handedly changed my entire perspective on new music!! I’m 60, and thought, wrongly, all greatness had already passed! Ren brings so much more than my words can express!!! He is a movement!! He is an artist!! He is a philosopher!! Please, take time to hear his music!! There’s no way you’ll be disappointed!!!❤❤❤
the 'scary' chords during the 'evil' and chaotic part of the song contains a series of diminished chords, essentially a flatted 5th, which was known as the 'devil's interval' during the middle ages and were generally banished by the church. He plays it here for a reason.... his lyrics also contain references from the book of Revelations... none of these are by accident. Ren has woven these, and many more 'subliminal' references into this work of art.
I love the waves of new reactions to Hi Ren because there are always a handful that are renegades, they just don’t know it until now, like RIGHT NOW! There’s so much symbolism in RENs music and his videos. Everything is purposeful without ever being contrived. He is incredibly talented and has been through so much with his health ( physical, emotional and psychological). He’s incredibly intelligent, especially emotionally. His ability to connect with so many people on different levels speaks to his authenticity as a human being. Yes, this is art. And like art it’s meant to be shared and to evoke emotions and spark conversations. Ren is a multi instrumentalist, a singer and songwriter, a poet, a director, a screenwriter, an actor, and we love him just for being Ren.
You have pointed out so many things no one else has! Thank you for your reaction to this video. Very educational. I’m even more impressed by Ren and his team now.
I've been watching reactions to Hi Ren for over a year, addicted. Most are focused on the story. Your reaction is the first to help me understand all that went into producing the video. I saw, for the first time, the alternating facial illumination, the shadow play, the chaos/control hemispheres of the room, how the size of the background lights mirror the part of him speaking. Also, the angle of the shot reflecting his gathering strength. Thanks for an excellent reaction.
Honestly, this might be the best reaction to Ren that I've watched and it it had been even longer and more detailed, I'd have stayed watched. You saw so much more than most people do. And you really understood what Ren was doing. The lighting, the setting, and so many little details tgat most don't even realise that they've seen. You must be very good at your job. I can't wait to see what you think of Ren's other work. I think you're in for a journey of love and inspiration.
@JeremyMckay-b7k nope. But he very specifically said, quite early, that he could have concentrated on those things, but wanted to stick to his area of expertise, film production.
yep. Because he discussed the mental health aspect, and reacted emotionally to that, but never acknowledged the metaphysical aspect that is the heart of the piece. Because he missed it. He did NOT stick to his area of expertise, he discussed mental health. But he did not discuss the much bigger theme. There is no way a person does not comment on it if they see it. He comments that the mental-health aspect is “deep”, but he never even acknowledges the much deeper aspect. He missed it. He failed the Hi Ren test. As for his technical expertise, it is lacking and he made many incorrect comments on the cinematography. He’s trying to sound expert, but he is not expert.
@@JeremyMckay-b7k Oh, are you Ren’s official gatekeeper? Did Ren ask you to test reactors for worthiness? Oh wait, doesn’t he wish that the world would be filled with unselfish cooperation and acceptance? Oops! There is no Ren test, but if there were, I think we all know who just failed it.
Wow... your reaction was everything ❤ tysm for reacting to Ren! I listen to this song daily to help get me out of my depression. Ren's songs have saved my life and my son's life. He will forever be inspirational and he's just as beautiful on the inside as his songs are.
So excited to go on this journey with you!! Ren has some great one takes. I love videographer reactions to Ren, especially once they realize it is a one take LIVE video just recorded with a few cameras at the same time. Your channel has 27.8k subs as 12/13 when this video was posted.
This was incredible, I really love the format at which you broke things down. A lot of times with either music professionals or cinematographers much of what gets described completely goes over the layman’s head and I thought the way you explained uses of lighting in this and that was so simple to grasp and I’m really excited to see your next video.
Buckle up.... I loved your insight to the videography behind the video. I've seen hundreds of reactions and nobody has ever explained the lighting, depth, shadow etc like that . Brilliant.
Thank you! I loved your reaction! Ren is just one of those once in a lifetime artists and a very large number of people have been able to relate to his music on a wierd cosmic level lol Go Renegades!
Im paused at 4:30 just to say I'm super excited for the rest of your reaction and the many more to follow with Ren. Can already tell you're going to love this trip!
You are correct this is not a set this is a practical location, which they were eventually asked to leave. After some interaction they were allowed a little more time. This is all live audio and was filmed with two tripod cameras and a handheld. They had four takes and took the best parts of each but the audio is all one live audio recording. He wears a lavalier mic and the guitar is plugged into a device gaff taped to his body. According to run the only thing they did in post was to adjust volume levels to even them out.
200 reactions of Hi Ren down and I still find new ones so enjoyable. I am so excited to watch you go down the Ren rabbit hole, his catalogue is so fascinating, Ren truly is a once in a lifetime artist. Great work, can't wait what you think about the Jenny and Screech trilogy, Money Game Pt. 1-3 and all the other amazing stuff. Btw. the RENegades dont mind long reactions. Take your time to take everything in and however long it takes you to tell us what you think, that is what we are (or at least I am) here for! Thank you and really looking forward for more, new sub for sure!
What a great way to wake up in the UK and see a brilliant in-depth and perfect reaction to such an Iconic track, he truly is one of a kind. There are so many many other amazing Ren videos ( don't like to worry you but there are over 250 ( inc The Big Push ) and they are all Must's)
I think it's because almost everyone seems to pick up on different things and also the overall message, it's really a phenomenal piece of art that I'm still not bored of after 2 years
We can't ever watch it for the first time again, and we know what is coming now, we know the ride the reactor is going to experience. We can't experience that ourselves again, but we can experience someone new experiencing it for the first time, and that is still enjoyable.
Hi ren for me was just…… omfg what is this?! He’s crazy… I’m crazy.. I fffffin love him!!! Everyone around me like uhmmm nah don’t get it not for me 😢 people like us love the deep stuff, there’s not too many of us around I’m finding 😭
Thanks. At first I was doubtful, I wondered why you hadn't already watched Ren. It's been reacted to a million times but I persevered and ended up really enjoying the reaction and not doubting you. You pointed out so many things I failed to see before! Great analysis as an editor. I think I'm a bit worried about myself, I've started reacting to reaction videos of this song that I love so much. :)
Haha that last line killed me Lol! 😂 I’m worried as I just want more and more reactions. It’s ALWAYS such a beautiful lack of words, full respect and mouth open in awe. That in itself is so beautiful 🥹
Duuuude this is just the beginning of Ren, he's a damn genius. I would go through these videos in this order to explore his stuff further: The Tale of Jenny & Screech and Violet's Tale but these 2 need to be done in the same video as they are linked and will completely blow your mind with the 1 take videos (ua-cam.com/video/TYAnqQ--KX0/v-deo.html & ua-cam.com/video/a4R9Vk5_CbU/v-deo.html). The Hunger (ua-cam.com/video/1T_fLytBFM4/v-deo.html), Sick Boi (ua-cam.com/video/3Q6uCrpzbPY/v-deo.html), Chalk Outline (ua-cam.com/video/nyWbun_PbTc/v-deo.html), How to Be Me (ua-cam.com/video/SDR7sup3DsU/v-deo.html), Losing It (ua-cam.com/video/mLvAGjhDssc/v-deo.html), Genesis (ua-cam.com/video/YzsTdLIcbzU/v-deo.html), Animal Flow (ua-cam.com/video/F4mUnmFbVNg/v-deo.html), Illest of Our Time (ua-cam.com/video/tB-JGSdBerE/v-deo.html), Money Game Parts 1, 2, and 3 (ua-cam.com/video/0ivQwwgW4OY/v-deo.html, ua-cam.com/video/DxNUwVuG6Lw/v-deo.html, ua-cam.com/video/nyWbun_PbTc/v-deo.html). There is more, but that to me is like the essential Ren pack! Also this Chinchilla song is amazeballs and she's worked with Ren alot : Fingers Live for Hunger TV the videography on this is awesome (at least I think so but I'm just a nurse lol) (ua-cam.com/video/KK56SwMFzdc/v-deo.html&pp=ygUKY2hpbmNoaWxsYQ%3D%3D)
me too! like the smooth wall and the crack in the wall. one of the reasons i love renaction videos is because its like watching people unwrap the best present in the world, then each of those people tells us why they love it and its usually for totally different reasons depending if they are a videographer, rapper, artist, therapist... everyone breaks it down from their own perspective, like re reading your favourite story over and over again and each time learning more from it. geniua ia an understatement,
Wait till you see the views on this video go up it's amazing when people as talented as yourself react to Ren ,amazing reaction , you put a spin on things and pointed stuff out that I've never seen anyone point out ,some more similar thoughts that I had had but a lot were fresh ideas and for you to make a fresh new look at a video I've seen over 100 times is a true talent your thoughts and input on the video itself, and how things were done, and possibly thought about when recorded was great, you pointed things out that I never noticed, and not only that you seem authentic and genuine, which not every reactor portrays. anyway, it's nice to see a fresh mind and set of eyes and perspective on Ren and his art .so welcome and enjoy the amount of people that are gonna flood your way. I know it's gonna seem like it's because of the Ren video , but you're talent and how you do what you do is going to play a huge part. So when it comes, pat yourself on the back because you deserve it. Good day.
Wow thank you so much! That means a ton and is a wonderful compliment. I really appreciate the kind words! I can’t wait to see more of Ren’s work. Because this was such a wonderful experience! Stay tuned for more Ren! 😊
Was waiting a long time for you to react to Ren! And boy was not disappointed. I really hope you will continue this amazing journey as you haven’t even touched the surface. Will share this with Renegades so don’t be surprised with views and comments 🖤🖤🖤
"Your channel has 27.8k subs as 12/13 when this video was posted." Taken from another comment. 6 hours later = 28K subscribers and I'm one of them. That was a really excellent breakdown of the artistry thank you! I hope Sam sees this reaction.
If you react to it, we will come. Welcome to the Ren rabbit hole and the Renegades. One thing I like to point out narratively is that there are three voices. Himself, his darkness, and hope. The yodel that hope does was how he started the song. We didn't hear from hope until the end, but hope was there the whole time and came out when the darkness grew to overwhelm his self. So we may not hear it, but there is always hope.
Ah well it's even more spectacular than that. The yodel at the start, is kinda painful. The yodel at the end is after hope points out that "immortal like me, we're a coin with 2 different sides" - you'll notice that the lights flash during the dark voice but stay on during the lighter voice, however at this point - while he's yodelling the lights are flashing too, symbolising that he has accepted that it's not 2 different sides of Ren, it's just one side, he is light AND dark. The speech at the end about learning to accept that it's an eternal dance, and the more you struggle the harder it gets - also reinforces this, it's about acceptance.
@@AndrewJonesMcGuire. I agree and want to add, from my humble and possibly ignorant opinion, that I hear and see a linear progression of growth within the song; he starts out shy, tentative, yet defiant, with some notes slightly dissonant or “off”. The dark side is more critical but also more dynamic, creative and “better” in his playing and singing, so to speak. Then when he responds to the dark side takeover, he encompasses it, creates Hope and positivity by amalgamating the two sides into one magnificent creative and inspiring artist, no longer looking in, but looking out to encompass others who suffer the same struggles. And yet he leaves out the last chord, the resolution of the music, to show that he is still unfinished, a work in progress… Finishing with a spoken reminder that he, like us, is a human being. 🖤❤️🩹🤍🕊️
Of course, there are unproven rumors that he is one of the last prophets, Nephalim (half angel, half human???) sent by Heaven, as a last ditch effort to not give up on Humanity. 🤍🕊️🎶 Certainly, in my experience, the Renegades, as a group, are exemplars of Hope for Humanity. All Love, ⭕️♥️⭕️
Like others, I've watched HI REN countless times... each time hoping the newest reaction will approach the impact of the initial experience, while each time hoping to learn new things. Thank you for bringing me SO close today... emotionally, musically, intellectually, philosophically, artistically... I'd say viscerally.
I've been watching this video for 2 years. I am still excited to watch someone else experience it for the first time. It never gets old for me, and watching it almost every day grounds me in a way. It helps me to remember all of these things and reminds me to relax and find that balance. It also inspires me endlessly. Great reaction, and I have seen 100's of them on this video alone. The exciting part for you is that all of his work is magnificent.
So happy you found Ren! hes got some awesome videos, and a lot are one takes! Animal flow is one that has to be seen to be believed that it was done all in one go!
Oh, I’m so glad I saw your first, but definitely not last, REN reaction. With your field of expertise, you’re going to,want to clear your calendar when you get to The Tales of Jenny and Screech. I can’t wait to see it. 😊
He has so many great works....he does it all (real and tough issues to playing around and fun etc). You pointed out some things that haven't been by a large number of reactors I've seen. Looking forward to addition reactions in the future.
welcome to the renegades , and thank you for your honest impression . be prepared for many suggestions all of them beautiful .. many tragic and a few with social conscience on par with this ,, Ren is a true treasure.
Welcome to the Renegade family! You're going to love the Tales, and the Money Game trilogy. I'm sure other commenters have filled you in on this, but when you do the Tales of Jenny and Screech, do the video that has all three together. And when you get to the Money Game trilogy, they don't need to be done all together like the Tales, but you do need to go in order, and for Money Game 2, make sure you're reacting to the "Official Lyric Video." Kudos to Samuel Perry Falvey for the incredible videography.
I try to watch every reaction video. I love to hear and see how everyone goes from what is this...to oh my God. It's such a powerful experience. Art. For sure. Plus the bonus is I get to hear this amazing song over and over again. Ren is so incredibly talented.
"This guy needs to be a motivational speaker" That's a perfect statement of why he has the following he does. We Renegades are always pleased to spot a new member of the club!🤜🤛 Loved your perspective & have subbed, i hope you explore more of this life changing artist. you definitely won't regret it!😊
I commented before I watched your whole analysis…then as I said, you said “this is art”. And then you said so much more…you left me in tears after watching over a 100 reactions to this song. Thank you sir.
Thanks for this! this is the best Hi Ren reaction I’ve seen in a long, long time, and believe me there have been many! Subbed to see where you go with this.
I loved this review! You really went deep (it's hard not to with Ren) and took the time to appreciate the hard work that Sam put in as well as Ren. Welcome to the rabbithole! New subscriber because i really enjoyed your reaction! Ren's catalog covers all genres and so many topics. Some topics are the ones that people want to cover up or downplay. You should do the Jenny and Screech trilogy (do the full one with 3 songs in one video) you'll see more detail and layers. It's about another subject that people want to pretend doesn't exist, but really needs to be discussed and worked on. Ren brings laughter and tears. Again, welcome to the Renagades!
Hello Renegades! Thank you so much for the love and support! I have seen all the comments and appreciate all the kind words! I can’t wait to react to more of Ren’s work and I will do my best not to pause as much next time.
It was hard to pause through this because of how amazing it is- but I just had to point out some things I saw.. my uncut reaction is an hour long.. so I had to even cut that down as well 😅
Anyway- thank you once again for everything you guys! Here’s to going down this beautiful rabbit hole! Thank you Ren!
@@Videoeditorreacts Respect 🙏 🫡
@@Videoeditorreacts the fact that you are Video Editor is the first tell that you would be one who pauses often! Lol. But we are used to that with Ren videos for sure because there’s always so much to take in. 😊
We as renegades, look forward to more ren reactions 🫶🙌
Thank you 🙏
You pause as much or as little as you want to...
@Videoeditorreacts no. I want you to pause, rewind, analyse, pick up details, and talk about the things you, as a professional, and understanding what Ren's doing, are seeing. Ignore people who complain about you pausing, We actually want you to be you. And give us something different to the standard reaction.
Glad you liked our video man!!
Samuel you're a genius ! So happy to hear all the kind words this great professional said about your work !! Ren and you are such an amazing team ! Love you 💕
Spoilers lol
Brilliantly done.👏 Ren has done well to have so much talent around him.
Sam is the Man!! Love your work, brother! 56yr old Classic Rock guy from Texas. Ren and you have me hooked on music videos and rap/pop again, lol.
All Hail Samuel
We’re not worthy.
There seems to be an instinct connection between you and ren.
Money Game 3 was next level. The videography was equally important to the story as the the lyrics
Welp, now you've done it.
Once you've rubbed this lamp, there's no getting the genie back inside.
Right?!...but the 3😊 wishes you don't even need them...😊
I feel like Ren would enjoy this comment. He's a bit cheeky and while the overt meaning is completely innocent, it feels a bit cheeky
@TwinkleToestheBerserker 🙃😉
eeww you got lamp genie sauce all over my leg!
@@strumploidit’s apparently called gilk according to urban dictionary 😅
Two months before she died, this is what Sinead O’Connor posted after watching Hi Ren:
“Holy motherfuckin SHIT! Someone just showed me this at the weekend. This Archangel from like, twelfth heaven or somewhere, has only gone and made the entire history of songwriting and performing look like a three year old’s birthday party at Burger King”.
That is truly the most amazing thing to have Sinead O'Connor throw praise like that. Perfect. I love that quote.
She would not throw flowers at someone that she didn't think deserved it. I cried like a baby when she died.
It's almost a gut punch. Praise Jeebus she got to experience this song before "exiting stage left."
We're pretty proud of our Ren in the UK. National treasure, except that not everyone has discovered him yet. He's from Wales originally, but I'm going to claim him for England as he has made his home in Brighton on the south coast of England.
This video was recorded live on a very low budget by Ren and his friend and cinematographer Samuel Perry-Falvey. They didn't have permission from the landlord to film in this location. They managed four good takes and then had to leave, with no chance to try again as Ren was due to leave for extended medical treatment in Canada shortly after. The sound is from one take, with bits of video spliced together from the four takes.
This guy is already an inspirational speaker! Check out his One million subscribers: Defining Success thank you video. You won't regret it. He's also a hilarious internet troll with a very cheeky sense of humour.
Ren conceptualises his music with visuals in mind right from the start. There is a lot here to sink your teeth into. Check out the song Sick Boi for more of his personal story. It's recorded in the same room. For incredible storytelling and 3 live one-take videos, check out the Tale of Jenny and Screech. There is a 13 minute video with the three tales in the correct order: they make up a bigger story. It's very dark but compelling.
I love the fact you included his online shenanigans 😂. He’s so special 😁
Don't think there's any claiming him for England, he's Welsh and is proud of his home country. In fact any Welsh person would offended at the suggestion of becoming English! ;)
Well said! This is almost everything I was going to say except the part of claiming him lol. I was born in Germany and grew up in Chicago so I'm far away from the UK.
Thank you, as a 54 year old he has renewed my love of music, I can’t get enough of his music and vids
Sorry KittyInTheGarden but the guys from TDIP have claimed Ren for Jamaica.
This piece by Ren struck me as more than just music. This is ART. This is a man grappling with the universe and baring his SOUL to the world.
Yess we got an another one!
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Yes we have!!!
The cult expands!!!!
He's a keeper!
Exactly what I was thinking! ☮️💙😎
you being a video editor, I can see you absolutely liking Ren's story of Jenny and Screech (full video)
I agree.... you have to react to Jenny and Screech!
@ dehro yeah and money game 3 as well, can't start at 3 though can he ?
Best Jenny and Screech are the all 3 stitched together. 13+ minute total length. Don't worry for a Renegade you could turn in a 1hour reaction to Ren and we would not think it's long if it's fun.
All the money games though. Not just 3... @@seth1455
I am curious why you think a video with no edits would especially appeal to an Editor? Wouldn’t an Editor more be interested in a video with much editing more than a video absent editing?
He IS an inspirational speaker - watch his 5 min thank you speech for getting one million subscribers called Defining Success. A generational talent - a star. Thank you for helping to spread the word for this independent artist who is rarely played on the radio and cannot tour❤
PS I think this is hopeful - not tragic at all! X
This video was filmed in a basement they found. They got 4 takes done before they were discovered and had to leave. The video is mostly one take, with extras cuts from a handheld. It was all recorded on a lav mic and guitar pickup. What Ren can do with 4 lights, a guitar, wheelchair, and a lav mic is truly astonishing. Checkout Murder and the Tale of Jenny and Screech for more of Ren’s cinematic genius.
Dead when you said "you can only last on one camera angle". Cannot wait until you watch the one take Tales video 🔥
Yep! Or Murderer, Money Game 1 and 3. So many good ones!
@@13jonni well I think he means one static camera angle, to be fair..
I think the artistic choice here was for switching camera because it fit the switching of personalities. Clearly it could have been one camera, continuous shot.
Fyi, what some people call “one take” is actually “single shot” or “one-shot”. You can have a one-take performance that uses multiple cameras. They are all recording the same take of the performance. “Take” more refers to the action being recorded. Each time a scene is performed is a take, regardless of how many camera angles are used to record. Jenny is a one-shot, one-take. Hi Ren is a multiple-shot one-take.
Because of how wide the master-shot, it had to be images compiled from two different takes, the wide shot would see the handheld moving into place. What that means in what we are seeing is that some of the shots have audio from a take you are not seeing, they had to use pieces of video where the mouth-movement lined up enough to match and not be off in timing.
Yeah... Tale of jenny and Screech next... and then he can see the evolution with the Money Game series
@@dotdesig lol I don't know why I'm so hypnotized by people joining the journey :) but here I am
Welcome you just entered the Reniverse. REN is a very talented artist. Please check out more of his catalog
You have no idea the rabbit hole you're about to explore and I'm here for it! Ren and his friends are incredible! Enjoy the ride. I've been watching Ren reactions for well over a year and you're the first person that's pointed out the rubble on the one side!! 😮 I can't wait for you to react to all the others!!
Yes, I thought the same thing. I've watched at least 100 reactions and this is the first time I heard someone point that out. He also pointed out the condition of the other side of the room as being in the process of renovating or rebuilding so therefore in better condition. Interesting perspective!
I’ve watched quite a few reactions by now and you noticed quite a few things about the scene that I hadn’t even considered. Very nice observations and was a joy to watch your journey through this amazing song!
Yes thats tru 💚🙏 thx
Oh my … you are about to embark on a life changing odyssey! Welcome to the world of Ren. Thanks for your reaction - I thoroughly enjoyed it ♥️
Oh wow... You're giving a new perspective for this video. I watched sooo many Hi Ren reaction videos to see how people think about Hi Ren. You're giving plenty of EXCELLENT FRESH PERSPECTIVES. Amazing. Thank you.
Agreed. I've probably watched more than 300 reactions and this is the 1st one I've seen that has noticed the rubble. I didn't either till now. (Granted, I watch on my phone mainly)
Agreed, amazing novel perspectives!!!
Agreed
Oh man!!!! Here we go RENegades. One of the best reactions, and subbed for more. Channel is about to blow up.
I’ve watched hundreds of reactions to this piece and you have observed more in the first 2:30 than I have ever witnessed!! I paused to say that, lol. Let’s hope the rest is as good!! 😉
I've been waiting for you to get to Ren! So many videos that would blow your mind. He's really great at one take/one shot videos! His video budget has increased over the last 2 years but the videos he did very small budget are brilliant and creative and now they are next level.... Hope you fall down this rabbit hole! As an editor the ones I think would be the most interesting from that perspective would be the following:
*The Tales of Jenny and Screech (full version, it's about 13 plus minutes long and split into 3 chapters.)
*Sick Boi
*Animal Flow
*Murderer
*Money Game parts 1, 2, 3 (2 is a lyric video or you miss a good chunk of the song - but even his lyric videos are different from the average lyric videos!)
*Kujo Beatdown
*Money Ties
*Slaughterhouse
*Sick Boi Episode 1: The Flame of Prometheus (not a music video, don't want to give anything away tho.)
Honestly, can't go wrong with anything Ren. He's a once in a lifetime artist and human.
🔥🔥🔥💙💙💙💥💥💥
Shared this reaction to all 3 Ren FB Groups I'm part of and his Patreon.
Thanks for sharing, I really enjoyed this reaction. I've never heard anyone pick up Ren breaks the fourth wall from two different sides of himself before.
Right @@KittyInTheGarden?
That was a very insightful observation and a brilliant directorial decision!
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I'd add Back On 74/Message In A Bottle Retake plus the Fred Again Mashup to that list.
Is it just me? Because I swear I can tell when a new reactor is in for a fuckin ride down this rabbit hole . The reaction is just so
Much more genuine I swear can’t wait to see you dive in
Yeh, we've got a good one right here mwahahaha 😂😂❤
Ren to me, is a book with a blank cover. Open the book and the pages transport you to a time, place and emotion of Rens choosing. I'm just an old fart, but Ren has touched and helped me these last couple years. God bless and keep Ren among us, we need him
Loved your technical video expertise reaction. You're going to hear everybody recommending the Jenny and Screech Trilogy...I can't wait to hear your take on this Masterclass in storytelling. Not to mention each song in the trilogy was done in one take.
My existence on YT is watch Ren reactions… this is one of the best ones I have seen. Can’t wait for you to get to some of his other works.
I love how u went on to describe the room in great detail. I never noticed all the differences between the 2 sides of the room as u did. Ive watched 100+ reactions and i dont think anyone else has either. I love that about reactions. I notice something new to an already amazing song. Thanx
This was new to me as well. I've never seen another reactor speak to that.
Be careful about taking what he says as fact. He many times takes incidental elements that were not artistic statement as projects them as being artistic choice and statement. And, his knowledge of Cinematography is amateurish, he several times thinks he knows but he is way off. He is un careful. Remember, he is an Editor. Editors are rarely out doing field-production. Rarely do they perform Cubematography.
And just like that, a new Renegade is born… 🖤
Amen 🙏
I probably watched hi ren reactions 100 times and your the first reactor I’ve seen describe the the details of the set. It was amazing to watch you analyze it like that. You found things I’d never thought of before, like the rubble on the dark side and clean space on the light side, the space in between the shot to make it look more convincing. Great job man!
Ren and his friends are expert guerilla filmmakers. The blinking lights, his buddies just flicking light switches, the decrepit room, just a basement under an apartment building. The recording equipment was all off the shelf, handheld or backpack sized gear.
The end result is the culmination of artists all sharing a vision and some obsessive post production by Ren himself to clean up the audio from what was a very imperfect recording on the day.
@@TheBigburcie it’s absolutely brilliant in the most simple way. It’s my favorite.
I think he is incorrect in his theory that it was not just incidental, because the same rubble is there in Sick Boi, and dark-Ren faces away from the rubble not for reason to do with the rubble but rather because the choice to have dark-Ren face left symbolizes sinister. In religions and cultures the direction of Left is bad, sinister, evil. The direction of Right is good, right, correct. Also, both sides of the space have decay, the frame-left side is not significantly more in state of decay / chaos than the frame-right side.
Sorry, but this reactor is making a lot of bad guesses.
@@JeremyMckay-b7kThe latin word for left is “sinistra”
And this isn't his only masterpiece!
It is not and he being a professional videographer money game 3 will blow his mind
@@shelleynull6532fuck yes!
Ooh, I can't wait for the Tales and the Money Game trilogy.
@@sebrina8057 Oh Money Game is going to blow his mind, especially Money Game 3
Ohhh yesssss
I have watched 1000s of reactions to this probably at this point, (yes disabled and it is keeping me going right now, i know i need to get a life, i think about it all the time lol) but you explained this and picked up on so much other video people haven't! The walls, talking to the shadows, the lights being bigger etc. Great reaction!
Def subbed for more!
You are loved. You don't need to "get a life". Half of the mental health difficulty is (as REN has showed in this video) being kind to ourselves. If REN is keeping you going right now and you love watching reactions...then keep watching reactions and love yourself in the process.
@@Bridgeinprocess thank you so much! I love this family! I mostly say it to counter act any comments. You would be amazed how many things like that get!
New sub here from Arizona, I'm here for any and all Ren reactions. As a 54 year old music lover my whole life, Ren has reconfigured my mind for the better and REN-EWED my heart & soul by making me really hear music for the 1st time in my life! Thank you for the great reaction! 😁 What an amazing journey awaits you!
Yasss thank you for checking this out keep that rabbit hole you won’t regret ittt
Loved your technical point of view.
New sub here.
Can not wait to be a part of your journey.
You’ve stepped into a most incredible and important place!! Ren and his artistic music single-handedly changed my entire perspective on new music!!
I’m 60, and thought, wrongly, all greatness had already passed!
Ren brings so much more than my words can express!!! He is a movement!! He is an artist!! He is a philosopher!!
Please, take time to hear his music!! There’s no way you’ll be disappointed!!!❤❤❤
the 'scary' chords during the 'evil' and chaotic part of the song contains a series of diminished chords, essentially a flatted 5th, which was known as the 'devil's interval' during the middle ages and were generally banished by the church. He plays it here for a reason.... his lyrics also contain references from the book of Revelations... none of these are by accident. Ren has woven these, and many more 'subliminal' references into this work of art.
I love the waves of new reactions to Hi Ren because there are always a handful that are renegades, they just don’t know it until now, like RIGHT NOW! There’s so much symbolism in RENs music and his videos. Everything is purposeful without ever being contrived. He is incredibly talented and has been through so much with his health ( physical, emotional and psychological). He’s incredibly intelligent, especially emotionally. His ability to connect with so many people on different levels speaks to his authenticity as a human being. Yes, this is art. And like art it’s meant to be shared and to evoke emotions and spark conversations. Ren is a multi instrumentalist, a singer and songwriter, a poet, a director, a screenwriter, an actor, and we love him just for being Ren.
I don’t even know this song but I’m still so invested in your reaction I just love seeing something you’re passionate about 😍
Thank you so much! That means a ton! And thank you for being subscribed for over a year!
welcome to you too 😊
@@Videoeditorreacts truly an excellent reaction
I was stunned seeing Hi Ren the first time and after I bing watched reactions counting the wows.
@@Videoeditorreacts it’s been a year already?!! wow where does the time go, the pleasure is all mine you’re so wonderful! ❤
You have pointed out so many things no one else has! Thank you for your reaction to this video. Very educational. I’m even more impressed by Ren and his team now.
I've been watching reactions to Hi Ren for over a year, addicted. Most are focused on the story. Your reaction is the first to help me understand all that went into producing the video. I saw, for the first time, the alternating facial illumination, the shadow play, the chaos/control hemispheres of the room, how the size of the background lights mirror the part of him speaking. Also, the angle of the shot reflecting his gathering strength. Thanks for an excellent reaction.
Honestly, this might be the best reaction to Ren that I've watched and it it had been even longer and more detailed, I'd have stayed watched. You saw so much more than most people do. And you really understood what Ren was doing. The lighting, the setting, and so many little details tgat most don't even realise that they've seen. You must be very good at your job.
I can't wait to see what you think of Ren's other work. I think you're in for a journey of love and inspiration.
He completely missed that it is about way more than just mental-health. He missed the existential theme, the message about Faith and Hope.
@JeremyMckay-b7k nope. But he very specifically said, quite early, that he could have concentrated on those things, but wanted to stick to his area of expertise, film production.
yep. Because he discussed the mental health aspect, and reacted emotionally to that, but never acknowledged the metaphysical aspect that is the heart of the piece. Because he missed it.
He did NOT stick to his area of expertise, he discussed mental health. But he did not discuss the much bigger theme. There is no way a person does not comment on it if they see it. He comments that the mental-health aspect is “deep”, but he never even acknowledges the much deeper aspect.
He missed it. He failed the Hi Ren test.
As for his technical expertise, it is lacking and he made many incorrect comments on the cinematography. He’s trying to sound expert, but he is not expert.
@@JeremyMckay-b7k Oh, are you Ren’s official gatekeeper? Did Ren ask you to test reactors for worthiness? Oh wait, doesn’t he wish that the world would be filled with unselfish cooperation and acceptance? Oops! There is no Ren test, but if there were, I think we all know who just failed it.
Wow... your reaction was everything ❤ tysm for reacting to Ren! I listen to this song daily to help get me out of my depression. Ren's songs have saved my life and my son's life. He will forever be inspirational and he's just as beautiful on the inside as his songs are.
So excited to go on this journey with you!! Ren has some great one takes. I love videographer reactions to Ren, especially once they realize it is a one take LIVE video just recorded with a few cameras at the same time. Your channel has 27.8k subs as 12/13 when this video was posted.
This was incredible, I really love the format at which you broke things down. A lot of times with either music professionals or cinematographers much of what gets described completely goes over the layman’s head and I thought the way you explained uses of lighting in this and that was so simple to grasp and I’m really excited to see your next video.
Thank you for this lovely reaction. I hope you’ll do more Ren. ✌🏻💜
Yes please!
Welcome to Ren ❤
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Subbed for more Genius Ren.
Generational, multi genre, multi instrumentalist talent. 😊
Buckle up....
I loved your insight to the videography behind the video. I've seen hundreds of reactions and nobody has ever explained the lighting, depth, shadow etc like that . Brilliant.
Thank you! I loved your reaction! Ren is just one of those once in a lifetime artists and a very large number of people have been able to relate to his music on a wierd cosmic level lol Go Renegades!
Im paused at 4:30 just to say I'm super excited for the rest of your reaction and the many more to follow with Ren. Can already tell you're going to love this trip!
You are correct this is not a set this is a practical location, which they were eventually asked to leave. After some interaction they were allowed a little more time. This is all live audio and was filmed with two tripod cameras and a handheld. They had four takes and took the best parts of each but the audio is all one live audio recording. He wears a lavalier mic and the guitar is plugged into a device gaff taped to his body. According to run the only thing they did in post was to adjust volume levels to even them out.
3 tripod based cameras with one being lifted off the tripod for the hand held stuff towards the end.:)
200 reactions of Hi Ren down and I still find new ones so enjoyable. I am so excited to watch you go down the Ren rabbit hole, his catalogue is so fascinating, Ren truly is a once in a lifetime artist. Great work, can't wait what you think about the Jenny and Screech trilogy, Money Game Pt. 1-3 and all the other amazing stuff.
Btw. the RENegades dont mind long reactions. Take your time to take everything in and however long it takes you to tell us what you think, that is what we are (or at least I am) here for! Thank you and really looking forward for more, new sub for sure!
Oh boy, someone who catches the cinematography details and sees the whole teams fingerprints along with the story! Lets go!
Ren and all his friend are incredibly talented passionate individuals. They make it happen.
"Oh! We still have..." 24:30
Yes, we do.
Thank you so much for your reaction, both clearly very professionally informed and also profoundly human.
Great reaction so glad you found Ren he is a talented artist hope you dive more into his other videos. Welcome to the rollercoaster of Ren. ❤
What a great way to wake up in the UK and see a brilliant in-depth and perfect reaction to such an Iconic track, he truly is one of a kind. There are so many many other amazing Ren videos ( don't like to worry you but there are over 250 ( inc The Big Push ) and they are all Must's)
What is it that makes me enjoy people watching this video for the first time so much.
I think it's because almost everyone seems to pick up on different things and also the overall message, it's really a phenomenal piece of art that I'm still not bored of after 2 years
We can't ever watch it for the first time again, and we know what is coming now, we know the ride the reactor is going to experience. We can't experience that ourselves again, but we can experience someone new experiencing it for the first time, and that is still enjoyable.
@@AndrewJonesMcGuire this!!
Hi ren for me was just…… omfg what is this?! He’s crazy… I’m crazy.. I fffffin love him!!! Everyone around me like uhmmm nah don’t get it not for me 😢 people like us love the deep stuff, there’s not too many of us around I’m finding 😭
Thanks. At first I was doubtful, I wondered why you hadn't already watched Ren. It's been reacted to a million times but I persevered and ended up really enjoying the reaction and not doubting you. You pointed out so many things I failed to see before! Great analysis as an editor. I think I'm a bit worried about myself, I've started reacting to reaction videos of this song that I love so much. :)
Haha that last line killed me Lol! 😂 I’m worried as I just want more and more reactions. It’s ALWAYS such a beautiful lack of words, full respect and mouth open in awe. That in itself is so beautiful 🥹
"This keeps getting better and I don't know how!"
Welcome to the world of Ren!
Thank you for reacting - Renegades
OMG!! this journey is going to be goooood. Excelent analysis
Love your reaction to this song. It certainly hits.
He has given voice to many. You will continually say "I didnt expect that" He is an incredibly versatile talented artist.
Intelligent reaction. Thank you sir.
Duuuude this is just the beginning of Ren, he's a damn genius. I would go through these videos in this order to explore his stuff further: The Tale of Jenny & Screech and Violet's Tale but these 2 need to be done in the same video as they are linked and will completely blow your mind with the 1 take videos (ua-cam.com/video/TYAnqQ--KX0/v-deo.html & ua-cam.com/video/a4R9Vk5_CbU/v-deo.html). The Hunger (ua-cam.com/video/1T_fLytBFM4/v-deo.html), Sick Boi (ua-cam.com/video/3Q6uCrpzbPY/v-deo.html), Chalk Outline (ua-cam.com/video/nyWbun_PbTc/v-deo.html), How to Be Me (ua-cam.com/video/SDR7sup3DsU/v-deo.html), Losing It (ua-cam.com/video/mLvAGjhDssc/v-deo.html), Genesis (ua-cam.com/video/YzsTdLIcbzU/v-deo.html), Animal Flow (ua-cam.com/video/F4mUnmFbVNg/v-deo.html), Illest of Our Time (ua-cam.com/video/tB-JGSdBerE/v-deo.html), Money Game Parts 1, 2, and 3 (ua-cam.com/video/0ivQwwgW4OY/v-deo.html, ua-cam.com/video/DxNUwVuG6Lw/v-deo.html, ua-cam.com/video/nyWbun_PbTc/v-deo.html). There is more, but that to me is like the essential Ren pack! Also this Chinchilla song is amazeballs and she's worked with Ren alot : Fingers Live for Hunger TV the videography on this is awesome (at least I think so but I'm just a nurse lol) (ua-cam.com/video/KK56SwMFzdc/v-deo.html&pp=ygUKY2hpbmNoaWxsYQ%3D%3D)
That’s a pretty decent order. I didn’t do the Tales until after SB and CO
@@luthietin2 this is amazing!!!
Kujos beatdown 🔥
I've watched an embarrassingly amount of reactions to this, and you pointed out things I never noticed!
me too! like the smooth wall and the crack in the wall. one of the reasons i love renaction videos is because its like watching people unwrap the best present in the world, then each of those people tells us why they love it and its usually for totally different reasons depending if they are a videographer, rapper, artist, therapist... everyone breaks it down from their own perspective, like re reading your favourite story over and over again and each time learning more from it. geniua ia an understatement,
I came here to say this
Thank you for your appreciative reaction, loved it ❤
Excellent understanding. Welcome to the world of an artistic genius.
Wait till you see the views on this video go up it's amazing when people as talented as yourself react to Ren ,amazing reaction , you put a spin on things and pointed stuff out that I've never seen anyone point out ,some more similar thoughts that I had had but a lot were fresh ideas and for you to make a fresh new look at a video I've seen over 100 times is a true talent
your thoughts and input on the video itself, and how things were done, and possibly thought about when recorded was great, you pointed things out that I never noticed, and not only that you seem authentic and genuine, which not every reactor portrays.
anyway, it's nice to see a fresh mind and set of eyes and perspective on Ren and his art .so welcome and enjoy the amount of people that are gonna flood your way. I know it's gonna seem like it's because of the Ren video , but you're talent and how you do what you do is going to play a huge part. So when it comes, pat yourself on the back because you deserve it.
Good day.
Wow thank you so much! That means a ton and is a wonderful compliment. I really appreciate the kind words! I can’t wait to see more of Ren’s work. Because this was such a wonderful experience! Stay tuned for more Ren! 😊
Renegades unite! Welcome to the rabbit hole. You're gonna love it. ❤
Dude you're in for a treat. Lesgoooo!
🔥all in for Ren.
Was waiting a long time for you to react to Ren! And boy was not disappointed. I really hope you will continue this amazing journey as you haven’t even touched the surface. Will share this with Renegades so don’t be surprised with views and comments 🖤🖤🖤
"Your channel has 27.8k subs as 12/13 when this video was posted." Taken from another comment. 6 hours later = 28K subscribers
and I'm one of them. That was a really excellent breakdown of the artistry thank you! I hope Sam sees this reaction.
Sam saw it and commented
4nweeks later and at 31.9k. I honestly have been watching this guy for forever. Never noticed his subscriber count before!
If you react to it, we will come. Welcome to the Ren rabbit hole and the Renegades.
One thing I like to point out narratively is that there are three voices. Himself, his darkness, and hope. The yodel that hope does was how he started the song. We didn't hear from hope until the end, but hope was there the whole time and came out when the darkness grew to overwhelm his self. So we may not hear it, but there is always hope.
Ah well it's even more spectacular than that. The yodel at the start, is kinda painful. The yodel at the end is after hope points out that "immortal like me, we're a coin with 2 different sides" - you'll notice that the lights flash during the dark voice but stay on during the lighter voice, however at this point - while he's yodelling the lights are flashing too, symbolising that he has accepted that it's not 2 different sides of Ren, it's just one side, he is light AND dark. The speech at the end about learning to accept that it's an eternal dance, and the more you struggle the harder it gets - also reinforces this, it's about acceptance.
@@AndrewJonesMcGuire. I agree and want to add, from my humble and possibly ignorant opinion, that I hear and see a linear progression of growth within the song; he starts out shy, tentative, yet defiant, with some notes slightly dissonant or “off”. The dark side is more critical but also more dynamic, creative and “better” in his playing and singing, so to speak. Then when he responds to the dark side takeover, he encompasses it, creates Hope and positivity by amalgamating the two sides into one magnificent creative and inspiring artist, no longer looking in, but looking out to encompass others who suffer the same struggles.
And yet he leaves out the last chord, the resolution of the music, to show that he is still unfinished, a work in progress…
Finishing with a spoken reminder that he, like us, is a human being. 🖤❤️🩹🤍🕊️
Of course, there are unproven rumors that he is one of the last prophets, Nephalim (half angel, half human???) sent by Heaven, as a last ditch effort to not give up on Humanity. 🤍🕊️🎶
Certainly, in my experience, the Renegades, as a group, are exemplars of Hope for Humanity. All Love, ⭕️♥️⭕️
And the renegades are amazing they will come so fast
Like others, I've watched HI REN countless times... each time hoping the newest reaction will approach the impact of the initial experience, while each time hoping to learn new things. Thank you for bringing me SO close today... emotionally, musically, intellectually, philosophically, artistically... I'd say viscerally.
A masterclass of performance art!
I've been watching this video for 2 years. I am still excited to watch someone else experience it for the first time. It never gets old for me, and watching it almost every day grounds me in a way. It helps me to remember all of these things and reminds me to relax and find that balance. It also inspires me endlessly. Great reaction, and I have seen 100's of them on this video alone. The exciting part for you is that all of his work is magnificent.
So happy you found Ren! hes got some awesome videos, and a lot are one takes! Animal flow is one that has to be seen to be believed that it was done all in one go!
Oh, I’m so glad I saw your first, but definitely not last, REN reaction. With your field of expertise, you’re going to,want to clear your calendar when you get to The Tales of Jenny and Screech. I can’t wait to see it. 😊
He has so many great works....he does it all (real and tough issues to playing around and fun etc). You pointed out some things that haven't been by a large number of reactors I've seen. Looking forward to addition reactions in the future.
welcome to the renegades , and thank you for your honest impression . be prepared for many suggestions all of them beautiful .. many tragic and a few with social conscience on par with this ,, Ren is a true treasure.
I love seeing a Renegade newly born.
Fantastic reaction and very perceptive breakdown of each camera angle
Loved your fresh pov on this song and can't wait to hear what you will think of 'The Tale of Jenny and Screech'
And One shot clip! welcome to the renegades! I "discover" Ren 1 year ago, and still make me chills every time
Welcome to the Renegade family! You're going to love the Tales, and the Money Game trilogy. I'm sure other commenters have filled you in on this, but when you do the Tales of Jenny and Screech, do the video that has all three together. And when you get to the Money Game trilogy, they don't need to be done all together like the Tales, but you do need to go in order, and for Money Game 2, make sure you're reacting to the "Official Lyric Video." Kudos to Samuel Perry Falvey for the incredible videography.
Ren changed the game - music, videos, human connections. There’s never been anyone like him. Thank you for the amazing reaction. This is ART.
I try to watch every reaction video. I love to hear and see how everyone goes from what is this...to oh my God. It's such a powerful experience. Art. For sure. Plus the bonus is I get to hear this amazing song over and over again. Ren is so incredibly talented.
6:16- I realized the breath of your perception skills.Dude I’m impressed and am a subscriber for life now!
"This guy needs to be a motivational speaker" That's a perfect statement of why he has the following he does. We Renegades are always pleased to spot a new member of the club!🤜🤛
Loved your perspective & have subbed, i hope you explore more of this life changing artist. you definitely won't regret it!😊
Ren is a specialist at getting your attention - music, lyrics, visuals
When asked about "Hi Ren".. it's beyond music, i call it the greatest piece of performance art of the 21st century
You have now entered the Ren Rabbit Hole. Prepare to be amazed. 🐇🕳️🖤
Oooh do Ren's Jenny and Screech trilogy next would love to see your analysis of that!!!
I commented before I watched your whole analysis…then as I said, you said “this is art”. And then you said so much more…you left me in tears after watching over a 100 reactions to this song. Thank you sir.
Thanks for this! this is the best Hi Ren reaction I’ve seen in a long, long time, and believe me there have been many! Subbed to see where you go with this.
Please keep going down the huge Ren rabbit hole ! He isn't only a musical and lyrical genius and inspiration, he is an experience !!
wow i loved your reaction!So nice to see people find out about Ren!Welcome to the Renegades!!
Hi Ren = my favorite song of ALL TIME.
OMGGG, PLS ALSO REACT TO MONEY GAME PART 3 AND THE WHOLE TALE OF JENNY AND SCREECH BOTH BY REN🥺
Also can be really cool see you react to sick boi, animal floww and basically every other ren songg
@ or kujo beatdown! You have to know the story a bit to understand, but once you do its so amazing!
I loved this review! You really went deep (it's hard not to with Ren) and took the time to appreciate the hard work that Sam put in as well as Ren.
Welcome to the rabbithole! New subscriber because i really enjoyed your reaction!
Ren's catalog covers all genres and so many topics. Some topics are the ones that people want to cover up or downplay. You should do the Jenny and Screech trilogy (do the full one with 3 songs in one video) you'll see more detail and layers. It's about another subject that people want to pretend doesn't exist, but really needs to be discussed and worked on.
Ren brings laughter and tears.
Again, welcome to the Renagades!