Spent many years visiting Anglesey.Going to look for the shop that is no more in Dwyran next time I’m there!.

you are a great artist Ren, never give up ❤

So excited for this interview ❤

Such a creative and original young man. Like nothing I've ever heard before. Thanks, Ren

Ren you are Amazing ,I love you ❤❤❤

Love this comment ❤

Yeah my five year old is also as in love with REN’s art as I. She really takes in the words and explains her interpretations to me, especially about money, she blew my mind telling me “Mummy REN is saying some people have lots of money like daddy, and they might not be very nice, and some people have not much money like you, and that’s not fair, people should share more”. A beautiful, innocent child’s interpretation of RENs words. He can reach the heart of a child and mother equally. She always asks me if he is still poorly too. I hope REN knows how many hearts he touches and he even has 5 year olds checking on his health journey.

Ren!! Come 2 Glasgow!!!

@@Io-Io-Io Bored?

@@Io-Io-Io 100% hes always on my phone using it for youtube. So that where he probably stumbled on him but he never showed me or anything. But me and my wife were sat in the bedroom one night and we could hear our boy sat in his bedroom singing along to his IPad to Chalk Lines. I went to ask him who’s this and he started showing me all Rens songs lol now he thinks I’m a cool dad since I told him I grew up with Ren and went to school with him hahaha not that I hang out with anymore or anything like that lol

i have just experienced the same thing. He's a phenomenon

idem moi hier incroyable ce jeune homme quel talent brillant génie très cultivé également et adorable on ne peu que l'aimé je lui souhaite tout le bonheur du monde longue vie 🙏👍👏💖🇫🇷

Tis is my story too What a talent! A modern day Bard! and JHRA gained a new subscriber too 🙂

I just discovered him too and I’m now reading and watching interviews and videos. Incredibly talented guy.

Totally agree.

Haha so true so many interviews with him I’ve seen just have the host talking for 50% of the time lol

I'm very jealous! I wish i had a partner who shares my love for the same music.

@@Amy-Loves-You Me too!

Me too

She likes that FAS look ... 🤔

@@StevenRockwoodyou’re not that rude in real life I hope

Exactly what I was meant to be doing, just pottering about and what not on a Sunday afternoon etc. 😅 Still sat here enthralled.

I was just noticing the same thing and I am only 15 minutes in. haha

same here...

Agree, he’s in a class of his own. Also just wrote another comment about not getting anything done or doing anything else today, as my ears are captured here for the weekend I think 😂

My mom called when I was halfway through and talked for half an hour and I got so pissed lol

I have ADHD and I can really feel the amphetamines in this conversation

@@nathanialmunro2396 100%

Agreed, he's an excellent interviewer.

100%

Reminds me of a Russel Brand-esk interview style. Very conscientious and articulate. Loved it

That's because he genuinely wanted to hear his story!! ❤

while interrupting him every other sentence? lol

Idk, he wasn't redirecting Ren in mid topic. I found that when he did give his input or ask a question, it was because he could relate to what Ren was saying or what Ren was saying had intrigued him, and he wanted to know more. To me, that's called a conversation. To go even further, this is a typical conversation between two neurodivergent minded people.

@@gypsysouldier yet, ren only did it once, and said "pardon me" afterwards

@Quietus Forgotten absolutely. Ren was a guest on Justin's show and respected that dynamic. There is a decent age difference between the two. I feel like Justin respects Ren's musicianship, and after a point in the interview, he really wanted to just shoot the shit with Ren as an equal. Ren being younger than Justin, and maybe not used to that level of recognition recorded for the world to see acted like the humble person that he is.

Right !?!?!? Im sitting here "Man, kids these days are talented on a different level" then boom turns out he was out of diapers before I was born

33 years brings wisdom especially with his truth of reality

Same,

I'm 66 and thought he was a baby still!

I thought he was 27 from the Hi Ren video (and I was surprised he was as old as 27 too), my mind is blown... I didn't buy that he's a 90s kid but I guess he is.

I think true genius does suffer inside. It’s the mark.

When you have adhd, it's not rambles, it's normal.😂

Just continual shittalking like any one of a number of benefit cheating chancers I hear on an almost daily basis.

@@darkmoondrops truth! I call it a glimpse into my thoughts

@@darkmoondrops I have it myself aha. I'm either saying nothing off in my own world or I'm rattling off a million words a minute lol

He has Lyme disease

Agreed!❤

If youre the person I think u are, I love your reactions. (I can't really be bothered to check rn lol)

@@Pip_Bear Yep, it’s me, no worries about checking, I gotchu.😉🖖🏼 And thank you, that means so much to me.💕

Lymie and co. here as well, fighting alongside you and Ren. Yes we will find a cure. Hanging on for it. 💚💚💚

Two minds think alike Becca, how's the baby steps going💃

💞

I think we're all at least a bit in love with Ren 😊

@@char_lou Exactly, I am too and I'm a 70 yr old man. (It's all good though, the wife approves, lol).

​@@AlSnoopsReid Right, that's enough internet for me today.

In my experience, it seems to be from over prescription of flux antibiotics that seems to cause me/cfs.

Agreed! I’m a chaos machine of symptoms and autoimmune diseases, and I’m lucky if I can dress and brush my teeth every day - and then there’s Ren 💪🏽💕.

​@@nadiariggs5110best comment EVA!

I'm also in my 50s and blown away by Ren's mad talents. I'm fascinated with the way Ren has affected such a wide range of people, noticeably others my age and upwards. So many shared the experience of watching Hey Ren for the first time, reacting in such an unexpected way as I did. I was utterly transfixed, mouth open from beginning to end. I've never been so viscerally moved on hearing a piece of music for the first time. The raw emotion in the song was tangible. You didn't just hear it, you felt it with every fibre of your being Magical...

I'm also 56. I'm blown away by him.x

I’m 61, but a teen at heart! Your students are so lucky. Ren is amazing. The fact that he appeals to all ages especially adults our age speaks volumes. I hope he realizes his dreams of the musical Netflix series! Someone needs to help him produce that!

Same here 54 I would have a hard time naming 3 current music artists. I have been saying what happened to popular music after the 90s

Me too except I'm a fair bit older lol!

Dude, I’m 50 and have 5 version of Dopesmoker in my record collection and in 2023 my Spotify Wrapped is going to be Ren and Chinchilla. My daughters are trying to figure out what happened to me. 🤣🤣🤣

I thought that too. He got me when he had a painful moment remembering when he thought he didn't have many years left, it was a good save by Justin bringing him back to the present moment

On the other hand in one of Kurt Cobain’s last interviews, he said he looked forward to being in his 70s like Neil Young and still playing his songs

It's great news isn't it!? It's like when he said the "peak" of his illness, like he's through it now. And what do you know : he managed to make it through just when he's beginning to be noticed! So after years of doing nothing but practise while claiming benefits, now he's making money and he's healed. It's a miracle!!!

@@bantacommander8744 he's not healed though, he's much recovered but as he said in one of his Community posts, the damage is far worse than originally thought, some of it irrevocable and even in this interview he said he still suffers with illness/debilitating fatigue and has to have periods of rest between the activities we get to see

@@Veeliscious Yes, I've heard plenty of benefit cheats in my line of work, and they all seem to have plenty of strength, stamina and drive until it's time for work: then they're either spent or just too "ill." Trust me, no matter what you or anyone else say, and even though I understand you're coming from a good place, my mind cannot be changed. I've personally witnessed this type a thousand times or more. Thank you for taking the time to reply though.

❤ much love & big hug for you! 🍀🐞

dont give up, you never know you could spontaneously go into remission tomorrow. i would urge you to find a good specialist tho, they can try antivirals and such that may make you feel better

I got something similar following another viral infection. I was 28 then. Too fatigued to do much, couldn’t think straight or concentrate. People could not understand. There are virtual support groups for ME/CFS- join one. Be patient. You will climb out of this….eventually

Hang in there. The support groups are great. Helps me with the mental beatdown I give myself regularly. Hope you feel better soon. You are young and the body is pretty amazing. ❤

Right!? I love him even more!

He totally is though. Might as well walk around with a "Poor Me" placard.

@@bantacommander8744 guessing you didn’t listen to it and just went straight in for the snide comment

@@bantacommander8744 But he isn't. He's telling his story and being vulnerable. Not once has he ever asked for pity (implicitly or otherwise). The world needs more transparency when it comes to mental health. And he is doing it through music.

well said

So true. Excellent comment.

And now it’s time to spin the wheel! “Okay, single the Folgers jingle as Sting!” Actually Ren would probably kill that assignment lol

Or that Morning Joe guy! He is the worst!

Oh, that's exactly how I feel! Thank you for putting it in words.

Yep...i agree with with both of you...cheers from Holland😉🤟🏻

Wow, thank you so much! Your kindness is incredible xx

I couldn't agree more

words right out of my mouth

I actually did exactly that before now coming back and read your comment. 😅😅

No pun intended right?

Exactly! And that infectious vibe caught my ear listening and watching Big Push.

Oddly enough, it’s also Lyme Awareness Month!!! So fitting as Lyme Disease and mental health go hand and hand! ❤

It's mental health awareness in NZ as well. Funny thing is that I'm aware of mental healh and the struggle every month. Cheers Pete

@Pete inspire Me too, 365 days a year. Shoutout to you from over here in Minnesota! WE GOT THIS! ❤️

I’ve lived with that since I was 21 and I’m 46 today. The only difference is that I have no talent whatsoever! Good on you Ren!

@@lynnpatenaude5548 you have talent! We all have some talent, some are just dripping with it though.

Thx for this comment!

Same. It took my a long time to find formal words to call it but I was 10 the first time I realized thoughts of the later issue were not standard. The way he described a pendulum constantly swaying / an eternal dance at the end of Hi Ren really spoke for me as I have said something like that, though not so eloquently, many times years after I found the words to call it. Big difference is, when I first noted not a fight to win, I found it daunting to consider I would dance for the rest of my days in exhaustion. In time I did learn the dance but still felt that despair at the prospect. How he positioned it in that monologue shifted my mindset for the first time in (when do we start the clock?) years. I've done a lot of work to learn the dance but what his example did to shift my mindset is immeasurable by comparison.

Y We

My feeling exactly. Well put, Carrie.

This is exactly what my ADHD is energy looks like when I’m a little nervous or excited. Or to quote EDB, “nerve-cited”.

Ditto

Jim, I just wanted to chime in here. I think too many people talk themselves out of chasing their dreams because of the stigma of age. Someone who has avoided chasing their dreams for years or decades is also likely to adopt the false narrative of "being past their time" as it sadly gives them an excuse accepted by society for why they shouldn't try. I think more than anything, that is probably why it might not be seen as much. So the false narrative becomes perpetual. Bravo to you for rejecting that excuse. Stay positive in your dialogue with yourself. Self encouragement is often the secret sauce that separates those that push through, and those that dont. And I think the interview we just watched confirms the value, level of impact, and the real need for authenticity. Be you in all your glory. People are starved for authenticity. When someone like Ren comes along and is transparent in their craft, and boldly vulnerable, it ignites something in people that attracts them and draws them in. They notice something authentic, something relatable. And they feel driven to explore the source of that authenticity, not only to learn more about the artist or individual, but to learn more about themselves. Write for yourself. Create what you feel in your heart. I wish you the best of luck. The universe is cheering you on. Never forget that.

​@3dChris What a warm, intelligent and encouraging comment you made to Jim. And I agree with your view wholeheartedly. This sometimes hostile world needs more people like you in it, Chris. All the best, mate.

@@gdn101 we are all one family. We are all one. Thank you so much for your kind words. That really means a lot.

@@3dChris You are an awesome person - sharp, caring, supportive, insightful, and beaming with light and love.

@@TVC15ohoh Wow, thank you so much. That was such a touching comment. Thank you for taking the time to say that. I truly believe we are all one. We are the universe becoming aware of itself, experiencing itself, through each of our individual perspectives. At the root, we are one consciousness. So you helping someone else is the same as you helping me. That’s why when we do random acts of kindness it actually makes ourselves feel the love. It’s all reciprocal. Your kind words written to me are just as much of a reflection of yourself as well. Give someone a hug today. Keep that vibe flowing. ;)

Yea, And did you hear him talk about his reading? Aldus Huxley, George Orwell, Kurt Vonnegut. /his condition meant he had a lot of time on his hands but he clearly didn't waste it.

@@briankeniry219 yeeessss!! that's it. You said that, he didn't waisted his time. I'm so inspired by his strength, Ren is out of this world for real.

It was once explained to me that true creatives are like a modern, fly by wire fighter jet. Those are actually intentionally designed to be unstable - and are almost impossible to fly without computer assistance. The performance advantage comes from learning to harness and use that instability to make the aircraft do things that a “normal” aircraft can’t. I see creative people like Ren exactly the same - they don’t have the same mental processes as me - but they have learned to harness and use their own mental processes and that makes them so much more creative - because they can generate and move between so many ideas so much quicker…?

I agree. I don't want to sound arrogant but I say all the time that I wish I could be some dummy who just floats through life without any worries or stress. I believe most smart people have these problems because we can't stop thinking about how to better our lives and ends up being a problem 😢

​@@derekthemountaindawg467 I understand. Find a problem, no big deal, you solve all problems... And then you find another while fixing the first, and then another... And there goes your sleep cycle while you analyze and plan and plot without stop. It's like falling into a fractal... Until you can't fix one... Then it's a meat grinder.

@@Hoyerman Interesting take on it. Thank you.

Thing is it’s Lyme disease who masquerades as mental illness… but it’s not the same thing….

You are too Becca , love watching your reactions. They're always so insightful and real - its obvious how much of you it takes to put these out. So much respect ( and thanks) to you for doing so ❤

@@simonpowell8608 thank you, Simon, it really fills my soul to know people can enjoy and connect with them. Spent way too long doubting whether I had anything worthwhile to contribute to the world, or even to this space, but the reception has been totally surreal and I’m overwhelmed with gratitude.

I couldn't agree more!!

Yep. 100%. You nailed it. I never really thought about that before this comment. D'uh. An experienced musician really can relate and ask the right questions. Consequentially, we can soak up the reality. So good. 👍🏻😀🇬🇧

Agreed! Sending love and light your way! ❤ I have Late Stage Chronic Lyme. So much falls under the same umbrella.

With you on that. He’s got it so spot on. I only discovered him this morning; but he’s got a lifelong fan in me already! Sending you love on your ME/cfs journey.

100% I have fibromyalgia and he really did speak my mind. Almost teared up it was so accurate

In what respect are you biased?

@@GenaF in that I am a huge ren fan in the first place

@@Paul-gr1jz Ok, I thought you were going to say you were a family member or something.

Bias???? Must be related.

Someone said he could sing the Telephone Directory and make it sound amazing. I think he could read from it and I'd be just as captivated lol

Yes, lol! We need him to record Bedtime Stories by Ren. Would be a best seller. 😄

Especially the "shapes" the music makes, eg "This sound looks like Wales"😮

Definitely agree with you. Has to be the best current artist. So damn unique and versatile. All round amazing person, love all his stuff from the rap to the rock to the sheer storytelling ability.

Couldn't agree more . Generational talent is what I tell my family n friends.

@@johnsearing9736 I'm just halfway through this video and man does my heart go out him hearing about his illness and psychosis. I knew he'd been through some hardship but my god I'd no idea how bad he had it. He really is inspirational, to know he's gone through so much and still has blessed us with this unparalleled level of talent is beyond amazing. Like you said, a generational talent. The more youth that hear this man's story the better, it's the type of motivation a lot of people need to be exposed to. Including myself, it's really after putting some things in perspective for me.

Having ADHD myself I’m always interested in how people find workarounds. Sort of like I know the ending how do I get there 😂

Jean I hear you on that. I have epilepsy so it goes without saying when I come out of a seizure my brain is all over the place and when I'm at my most vulnerable ya know ?

Yeah I was picking up on how much he was avoiding looking at the camera when he spoke. Then he was talking about how introverted he is as a person and it made perfect sense to me. It's wild cos I would've never pinned him as an introvert from the way he acts in his music videos. Just proves that Justin was correct saying that he would make a great actor.

@@himynameis3664 I noticed this too. Super interesting! And as a fellow introverted ADHD person I realize I do this as well, partly because looking at someone when talking/explaining stuff easily makes me lose my track of thought due to that extra stimuli, which can be very distracting. I've found that some people take it the wrong way though and interpret it as being uninterested/rude which is unfortunate.

@@jennythescreech Sorry to hear you suffer with your ADHD. I have pretty bad epilepsy and it's just such a pain having to account for it before I plan anything. So many jobs I can't be employed in, haven't been able get a driving license and just some general things most people would take for granted. Any illness of the mind sucks so much so I feel for you. Truly hope you can find some comfort for yourself ❤️🙏

@@jennythescreech oh thank you Jenny! You just fitted in another piece of the ADHD puzzle for me. I'm 58yo and only recently diagnosed with ADHD and ASD and still learning to understand some things.

@@himynameis3664 All the love, friend!

I guess when you're writing music and as obsessed with it as he is you're bound to gain so much general knowledge in anything from just vocabulary to researching things to write about. Btw I'm not saying it's a bad thing just in case it comes across that way, I love Ren's music and he seems like a great person to talk to.

I thought so too - having the time to explain things and express thoughts! Thanks to both of you! Intelligent questions- answered in the best way. Ren: all the best for you 👍👏👏👏👍

He did let Ren answer for the most part, but he did interrupt him several times (started thinking he had "Oprah syndrome" ). Do appreciate the fact that Ren got to explain and get his story told for the most part :)

Amen to that❤

May the Light continue to shine bright for you

🤍🤍🤍

Same!

Hear ya bro!!! Not watched it yet but buzzin at how amazing this is!!!

Me too!

Same

That line makes me cry every time... what is Beaumaris Castle?

Oh I see, it’s on Anglesey

I’m trapped in Shetland, I wish I was on a better island. This one is pretty much the worst. I almost died this winter cause there was no electricity and big snow fall. I wanted to die but not in an unpleasant way like that!