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  • čas přidán 6. 08. 2024
  • ‪@RenMakesMusic‬ and ‪@chinchilla_music‬. Just wow. The amount of emotion, power, immersion, and the sheer accuracy of this beautiful art is overwhelming. I find myself again amazed at the ability of Ren and Chinchilla to deliver a summation of human experience in a way that can connect to us on such a deep, internal level. Beautiful.
    Link to Video - • Ren X Chinchilla - Cha...
    Link to Ren’s Channel - / @renmakesmusic
    Link to Chinchilla’s Channel - / @chinchilla_music

Komentáře • 333

  • @Jillightful1
    @Jillightful1 Před rokem +202

    You, sir, should be a college professor teaching literature or art appreciation. On second thought, I am glad you are on you tube instead so I can be in your class. I am as astounded by the insight and clarity you bring to your analysis as I am by Ren and his art. Where did he come from, and where did you come from? You are both giving me hope for humanity. This is the best little corner of the internet right now.

    • @DavidSmith-cc5hk
      @DavidSmith-cc5hk Před rokem +33

      I've been watching a lot of Ren reactions lately and I have found it to be a surprisingly healthy little pocket of the internet as well. Self aware, if occasionally broken. It's quite interesting. Genuine truth seekers. Refreshing.

    • @Jillightful1
      @Jillightful1 Před rokem +36

      @@DavidSmith-cc5hk The Ren Reaction wanderers ...We all caught this wave at the same time. I guess when the student is ready the teacher will appear. None of my friends or family are feeling it the same way so thank goodness for reaction videos or I would be jumping around my room being blown away all by myself.

    • @cas9065
      @cas9065 Před rokem +7

      @@Jillightful1 Great name for us!

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +29

      I don't even know what to say. Thank you, first and foremost, but wow. I really appreciate you! This made my morning. Much love!

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +29

      I think music like his that really exposes the hardest parts of life does such an amazing job of bringing people together who want better, and I love it.

  • @e55ex36
    @e55ex36 Před rokem +131

    Ok, who are you? Where did you come from? Why have I never been recommended you before? You’re the second reactor I’ve found under 1k subs who has been lost in this sea of mediocre channels. You should not be part of that sea. Amazing analysis. High quality production. Respectful of the artist and the art. Easiest sub I’ve ever given.

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +29

      Thank you! Seriously, thank you so much! Maybe someday there'll be more subs but honestly whether there are or not just knowing that there are people that are enjoying the content and we're all able to connect is enough for me. Much love!

    • @NilZed1
      @NilZed1 Před rokem +12

      I have found the same thing, following Ren reactions has introduced me to a totally different range of reactors. Some of my old favourites reacted so flatly, so confused, it was so far beyond their ken. or they laughed in all the wrong places. after however many weeks, two months, whatever, I've acquired a completely new set. and if I ever feel 'caught up' with Ren, I'll have to start looking to see if they've reacted to the bands and singers I used to seek reactions too, but who currently seem trite.

    • @danettesoukup7395
      @danettesoukup7395 Před rokem +1

      Agree!!! Incredible analysis! Amazing, man! You should be a therapist! Brilliant empathy! Thank you!

    • @bonesonstones1
      @bonesonstones1 Před rokem +2

      @E55EX ! I just love this comment 🫶 and I fully agree, instant sub

    • @SoZen08
      @SoZen08 Před rokem +2

      Same here! I discovered Ren in December, and got drawn to watching Hi Ren reactions (and then all the rest 😊). Your reactions may be the best Ren reactions I've seen! thoughtful and in tune

  • @MrResomaker
    @MrResomaker Před rokem +7

    To me this song feels like a person floating on the edge of suicide, trying to convince themselves to stay alive one more day. Weary of the battle, yet not quite ready to give in (they can trace or erase themselves in chalk outlines). Chinchilla's part is a desperate, pleading, urgent call to resist the urge and push it back down one more time. "Such a perfect day, take it just in case" (stay alive one more day), "such a perfect day, it's a beautiful shame" (to end it). Really appreciate your takes on Ren's music. Most insightful reaction vids out there.

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +4

      I really like this perspective of the song. You've definitely got something here, and I want to say I wonder if Ren intended there to be more than one meaning, but because he's such a genius I have no doubt it was intentional haha. Great considerations.
      Much love and thanks for the support :)

  • @loadedorygun
    @loadedorygun Před rokem +12

    Ooooh good insight on the hook being the pop, surface happiness of the experience! I know for sure Ren did that on purpose. Brilliant.

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +3

      Oh definitely. It's so catchy in a song that's so dark, but it just emphasizes the point so much. Ren is actually a genius. Much love

  • @ross-lt4mc
    @ross-lt4mc Před rokem +8

    Great breakdown. At the end she says “erase ourselves”

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +2

      I can't believe I didn't even touch on that. I got so caught up in the way they were performing and the decision to cut to black and hold at the end that I lost that train of thought. To end with erase ourselves and then cut to black makes that even heavier, because now it truly is either the loss of our true self or the end of our life that we felt forced into.
      Much love

  • @timhaley3293
    @timhaley3293 Před rokem +12

    My god why aren’t your reactions more popular? I’ve watched an unholy amount of Ren reactions and yours are some of my favorite by far. You got yourself a sub friend!

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +1

      Haha I'm working on it :P Much love and thank you for the support :)

  • @joshua10jko3
    @joshua10jko3 Před rokem +8

    Last couple days, when I'm concentrating at work, I find myself singing "oh my my oh my my" which is unusual for me on account of the fact, I can't sing.

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +1

      That's just it right! It's the way it's written like a pop hook and then you're like oh man what a switch up in the meaning w hen compared to most other hooks.
      Also, whether you can sing or not doesn't matter as long as you're enjoying it :) Keep singing. Much love

  • @skyegeorge4607
    @skyegeorge4607 Před rokem +39

    What an unfortunate time to discover this analysis. I loved this song before but here I am laying in bed feeling nauseous and dizzy because I didn’t make it to the pharmacy last night, waiting on my husband to come back with my antidepressants… now I’m ugly crying over this amazing song and analysis. Thank you so much for deepening my appreciation of this

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +10

      I'm so sorry about the crying D: Though I'm glad that you felt connected to the analysis. I hope you're feeling better now! Much love

    • @skyegeorge4607
      @skyegeorge4607 Před rokem +8

      @@shadowaeternum2690 Thank you! Much better now. It was a much needed cry 😊

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +7

      @@skyegeorge4607 I'm glad you're feeling much better :) Sometimes a cry is exactly what we need and I'm glad it was one of those!

  • @clairme_5865
    @clairme_5865 Před rokem +11

    The depth of your feeling and depth of analysis and the way you reply to everyone who comments...Beautiful!

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +3

      Thank you so much :) Honestly, I got on CZcams because I truly believe in connecting with others and I thought this might be a good way to do it, so that's one of the perks of this :P I'm hoping I'll be able to keep up with the comments, haha. Much love and thanks for your support!

  • @MrAndiron
    @MrAndiron Před rokem +27

    Damn, your reaction definitely gives the respect this song deserves! Thanks for explaining a lot of things I've missed.

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +3

      Ren's music, and especially songs like this that speak so clearly to human experience, definitely deserves immense respect. And thank you for joining me on the journey! :) Much love

  • @cas9065
    @cas9065 Před rokem +25

    Truly love your thinking. As a former pharmacist, Diazepam is a must for you to react to. Perfect depiction of the drug. And Ren and Chinchilla have another original together which has me hooked even more:' How to be me'. I also really love Heretic, and if you need a positive break, still about mental Health, try Humble. And Genesis.

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +4

      Thank you very much :) And thank you for the suggestions! We're probably going to end up diving deep into the Ren rabbit hole so we'll get there. I've added these to the list. I'm so impressed by the lyricism and truth behind the songs so far and can't wait to explore more. Much love

  • @annegreen9499
    @annegreen9499 Před rokem +55

    Everything you said during this reaction was so absolutely true. This is a hauntingly beautiful song about such a potentially insidious subject matter. Once you're caught in that vicious cycle that allows you to keep existing, but prevents you from actually living, it's almost next to impossible to escape it. Wise words from both yourself as reactor, and Ren & Chinchilla during their excellent performance. It's a fact that, now more than ever, there does indeed seem to be a pill available for everything, but the most bitter pill to swallow is when the realisation hits home that taking that first offered medication was the biggest mistake you could have made, & now you have to face (and battle) the ramifications of that decision.

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +13

      What a beautiful way to explain that. "Once you're caught in that vicious cycle that allows you to keep existing, but prevents you from actually living." Spot on. The worst part is is that so many people experience this, but they never truly get a chance to expose it for what it is and that simply makes Ren's music even more important for helping us understand and connect what we're thinking and feeling while helping us feel like we're not alone. Much love

    • @calvinlewis3900
      @calvinlewis3900 Před rokem +4

      @@shadowaeternum2690 also pills are made of Chalk and when they say erase ourselfs in this chalk outlines. The talking about losing themselfs to the pills there taking. The song is brilliant and beautiful

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +5

      @@calvinlewis3900 Most definitely. It's really such a deep, emotional connection that they've drawn with such a beautiful metaphor.

  • @caro.k2958
    @caro.k2958 Před rokem +5

    Not just in the back of your mind but also those that prescribe the meds advise against stopping if you feel better.

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +2

      That's a great point, too. It's very pushed on us to continue to take what we don't even necessarily need and we do it because of our faith in those who are supposed to know more about it. I mean not every doctor or pharmacist will do the same, but there are definitely those out there that will. Great catch. Much love

  • @beccaduncan3443
    @beccaduncan3443 Před rokem +3

    I bow down to you sir! You so totally get it, this is beautiful , they sound so good together too. I'm so looking forward to seeing more reactions to Ren, he is multi faceted and every side is equally but differently beautiful 💕

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +1

      They really really do. Their voices play off of each other so well. I'll definitely be checking out more Ren :) Much love!

  • @laurelhager8495
    @laurelhager8495 Před rokem +17

    Keep talking, you sir are helping people as much as ren. Thank you. Brilliant.❤

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +2

      Wow. At the end of the day, it's reasons like that keep me doing this. Knowing that this is helping is really all I want, so thank you thank you thank you

  • @lancaster5498
    @lancaster5498 Před rokem +6

    Great in depth reaction!

  • @thecharlesjohnson
    @thecharlesjohnson Před rokem +4

    Dude, I just found you because I'm looking at a shit ton of Ren reactions. I've never noticed till now that this, like HI Ren, is an inner battle. Ren is "it's ok, I do this but this is how I get by. Chinchilla is the inner voice that is desperately trying to tell him to get help. And they are both saying the exact same words, but it's the delivery that separates what they are saying. This dude is a genius.

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +1

      Thanks so much! I'm happy to have provided a different perspective on the song :) Much love!

  • @teresas8173
    @teresas8173 Před rokem +7

    Wow, I’m as impressed with your reaction/analysis to Rens music as I am with Ren. Ren was/ is still dealing with Lyme disease which for many years went undiagnosed. His journey dealing with an undiagnosed conditioned that caused chronic pain led to depression even psychosis and often that’s all his doctors saw -the mental issues he had and not the debilitating disease he had for many years. At least that’s what I’ve read about him.
    I might add that prescribed medication for depression, PTSD or other mental heath issues often helps many people. And one does not become a ghost of oneself if it is determined medication is needed and is then dosed correctly, monitored,and prescribed by a mental health professional. Meds when combined with therapy is the best route for some dealing with chronic mental health issues. And there are many more natural methods being trialed for mental illness such as psychedelics. Do I think psyche meds are over- prescribed, yes I do. But they are necessary and beneficial for some. Many people are already hesitant to ask for help and wouldn’t want anyone to not ask for help being fearful of becoming a “chalk outline”.

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +2

      Oh man, thank you so much. That means a lot.
      I've been doing some reading on Ren and the struggle he's going through is absolutely heartbreaking. To know something is not right in your body but to not know what it is is a terror in and of itself.
      You're right, they definitely do help in a lot of ways, it's more so when we start depending on them that the help turns in on itself and becomes a cycle of pain but if used correctly they can be beneficial with few to no drawbacks. I suppose it's like any drug. The right amount for the right reasons is medicine but as that dependency deepens it can become an addiction. Thank you for your insight :) Much love

    • @ECCENTRICERIC69
      @ECCENTRICERIC69 Před rokem +2

      Teresa
      I believe you are right with everything you have said.
      Unfortunately for Ren because he was misdiagnosed for years he was given the wrong medication and lots of it which has given him long term damage in his brain and body.
      Hopefully his latest treatment in Canada will help him have some sort of pain free existence!

  • @darinblomquist422
    @darinblomquist422 Před rokem +6

    His art is like a lighting bolt straight to the soul. I just love it!

  • @sirweebs2914
    @sirweebs2914 Před rokem +4

    I said it before but man I enjoy your reaction so so much. I have watched a few reaction channels but I always come back to this one because I find beauty in the way you put things into words. Aprreciate it man.

  • @caro.k2958
    @caro.k2958 Před rokem +26

    These two are exquisite together such a heartfelt raw emotional performance. So powerful! ❤ I recommend How To Be Me by Ren and Chinchilla also hauntingly beautiful

    • @caro.k2958
      @caro.k2958 Před rokem +4

      Subbed to accompany you on that journey down the Ren rabbit hole

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +3

      Added to the list. Definitely a lot of love for that song so it'll be here, just not sure when haha. I'm looking forward to doing Tales of Jenny and Screech, too!

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +2

      Thank you! :)

  • @richardclark5112
    @richardclark5112 Před rokem +19

    Once again, you’ve added more than 2x value to this song for me :) Thanks!!!!!

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +1

      Thank you so much for continuing the journey together!!!! Much love :)

  • @JoaoLopes92Yn
    @JoaoLopes92Yn Před rokem +16

    Incredible analysis, your interpretation was brilliant and extremely insightful, emotional, rational and very touching. It is this ability that shows what actual self/outside awareness and empathy is, and those are the most important traits a person can have, that help the most people and ourselves. To be aware of these battles, to interpret someone else's and our own, this is the work we have to do with ourselves, we all have those habits to push it down, most of us are unaware of them, and if you can see them, if you can feel them, you can start doing the work of what works for you, who you are, who you want to be, and there, in that process, are the answers. No it doesn't solve it, but that process, is the best we can do, cause it's ever changing. Thank you for your reaction and interpretation, I really hope more people see this video and talk about all of this, we should, we can help each other and ourselves, even in that feeling of being in the gallows (where I spend most of my days), there are some (a lot of) things we can do. Much love for this, and thank you, on behalf of everyone

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +3

      First of all, thank you so much :) In regards to empathy, I agree with you 100 percent. I think it's so important to be able to understand emotions, both our own and those of others. You spoke beautifully, and I hope you know that your words will also help others. I know what its' like to spend a lot of time feeling like we're on that precipice, and from one wayward soul to another, keep fighting, for yourself and for others, because you matter. Much love

  • @pedrochina221
    @pedrochina221 Před rokem +7

    i have listen to this so many times and still there are things i missed... i believed you had the perfect interpretation of the song..thanks for that.!

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +3

      Thank you for the kind words :) I'm glad you enjoyed it. Much love

  • @protospha
    @protospha Před rokem +4

    I've watched a lot of Ren's songs in the past 2 weeks. But this is the song that haunts me - it keeps playing over and over in my head, out of nowhere, day and night

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +1

      There's just something about the melody, especially when their two voices come together like this. So beautiful. Much love

  • @Apollo.Rising
    @Apollo.Rising Před rokem +29

    This was FANTASTIC. I've seen this video many times and you picked up on so much that I missed, I really enjoyed going on that journey with you and also your emotional vulnerability with how it affects you. Really looking forward to seeing more from you, you deserve so many more subs.

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +6

      That's honestly one of the reasons I wanted to go on this journey. Ren is amazing, and being able to go on this journey with others who find his music, and music in general, immersing is the cherry on top. The feeling of connectedness and being able to bear our soul with such a great group of people is amazing. Much love

  • @ranahooke1907
    @ranahooke1907 Před rokem +7

    Really insightful reaction. More Ren please!! The trilogy!!

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +2

      More Ren is definitely on the way :) The trilogy will probably be next (maybe even tonight)! Much love!

  • @IanElkins
    @IanElkins Před rokem +7

    Loved how you broke that right down bit by bit I’ve listened to it a few times but you’ve made me understand it so much better than i originally knew. Brilliant. Earned a sub from me.

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +3

      I'm glad to have been able to deepen your viewing of the song! Thank you so much for joining in on the journey. Much love

  • @JennyAnton
    @JennyAnton Před rokem +17

    My favourite song and my favourite reactor. Another gold star, sir!
    You capture the haunting beauty of this masterpiece of a song so well. Are you going to tell us who you are, what you do and how you came to be so erudite, articulate and intelligent?! 😀
    When I did my English degree at University, I wish I had had a lecturer like you.
    More Ren please!
    @RenMakesMusic - you should watch this.

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +6

      I don't even know what to say! Thank you so much, truly.
      Ahhh. I don't usually talk about myself but I can definitely do a video just giving a bit of background haha. The short of it is I'm actually currently a teacher in high school in Toronto, so it's actually funny that you mention wishing I was a lecturer, haha. I've also always had a passion for arts, particularly music and speech arts, and quite honestly Ren ended up being a combination of the two that I'm so happy to have found. If you have any questions you'd like me to answer on my background video please feel free to let me know, haha. I'll try to be as open a book as possible :P
      Thank you again :) Much love

  • @PeteFindsObscureStuff
    @PeteFindsObscureStuff Před rokem +6

    Blimey fella! Excellent reaction that was forensic in it's depth. You just got a sub from me.
    I'm not going to give any spoliers as to what this song is actually about, so I urge you to watch Ren x Chinchilla How to be me, (Live) as can be seen as a continuation of this song, and as a standalone song, it too, is beautiful, haunting and sad.
    Join us down the rabbit hole. Buckle up, it's a wild ride!!

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +2

      Hey much appreciated! :)
      I've heard a lot about that and it's definitely on the docket. I think I'll probably do Tales next but I'm excited to get to How To Be Me. This rabbit hole is going to be amazing :P Much love

  • @typofan
    @typofan Před rokem +4

    Respect for this reaction!

  • @DavidSmith-cc5hk
    @DavidSmith-cc5hk Před rokem +8

    Very nice breakdown.
    When you have gone through Ren's catalog, I'd LOVE to see your brain melt breaking down the double and triple entendres in Pete and Bas' work. Sindhu Sesh to start with.

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +1

      Added to the list :) It may take me a while because there have been a lot of requests but we will get there! Thank you and much love

  • @drewwalters3442
    @drewwalters3442 Před rokem +10

    Please please keep going down the rabbit hole of Ren's artistry and keep reacting to it, your breakdowns are amazing! Every single song you will find Ren has made is an absolute masterpiece

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +4

      Thank you!!! I definitely will be going down the rabbit hole. His music sunk it's teeth into me and it's not letting go, haha. Much love

    • @drewwalters3442
      @drewwalters3442 Před rokem +1

      Hands down the best reactions on CZcams. Keep being the amazing human being you are kind sir!

  • @JointdaleRecords
    @JointdaleRecords Před rokem +5

    great reaction

  • @philsilverthorn
    @philsilverthorn Před rokem +6

    This is hands down the best reaction to this song that I've so far seen. Superb job.

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +2

      Thank you very much! I'm glad to have you along for the journey. Much love

  • @meganthemom
    @meganthemom Před rokem +1

    You are so validating for me to watch. The words you’re saying are EXACTLY, like the exact thoughts I have when listening to this and all the other songs I’ve watched you break down. I so deeply appreciate your appreciation for just how hauntingly beautiful and powerful this is. Love love love your reactions and being able to share all my thoughts and feelings and passion for beautiful music 🤍

  • @nomaddamon100
    @nomaddamon100 Před rokem +10

    What a commentary on the lyrics, incredible!!! This is such a great song with 2 incredible artists

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +3

      Thank you so much! They really were amazing. Just the power in their performance alone... aweinspiring. Much love

  • @dennisvernonhaydock
    @dennisvernonhaydock Před rokem +4

    If you like this have a listen to "Ren X Chinchilla - How To Be Me (live)" another amazing duet!

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +2

      I've definitely got that on the list so we'll probably listen to it soon! Much love

  • @ginawright3446
    @ginawright3446 Před rokem +6

    Fantastic reaction x

  • @ashleywoods6201
    @ashleywoods6201 Před rokem +3

    Beautiful song and reaction.

  • @CasperLD
    @CasperLD Před rokem +11

    This was an amazing break down.

  • @loganyarborough7783
    @loganyarborough7783 Před rokem +1

    I 💯 agree, I also think this is about his physical pain, taking meds to function. Having good days and always knowing in the back of your mind that your body will fail you again. I'm pretty sure this was written before he started treatment in Canada. Once again beautiful breakdown and much love from TX!

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +1

      Sometimes our body can be our own worst enemy. It's so heartbreaking that he had enough experience with it to write this music, but so beautiful that he decided to share it with all of us. Much love from Toronto!

  • @shazza175
    @shazza175 Před rokem +6

    Another great breakdown! I'm on board as you explore more of this immense talent and skill in song-craft! Ren is mind blowing.

  • @lynette.
    @lynette. Před rokem +2

    With autoimmune diseases you never know how you are going to be,you just hope for a human feeling day.

  • @robinmcilnay2493
    @robinmcilnay2493 Před rokem +11

    Beautiful and amazingly thoughtful reaction!

  • @zebracow
    @zebracow Před rokem +8

    Wow! Another amazing reaction going into so many little things I didn't even know about in this song. Very interesting take on the "Take it just in case". I've seen it both ways as taking the pill or as just taking one more day and enjoying the beauty of it. Great analysis!

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +3

      That's amazing. I hadn't actually considered it from that perspective. I think that's one of the beautiful things about music like this is that there are just so many interpretations and it means something just a little bit different to each person. Thanks for the support :) Much love!

  • @lynette.
    @lynette. Před rokem +2

    Hi Ren is in Canada in hospital his stay was only meant to be a couple of months but he has now been told it will be more than 6 months . Not substance abuse its Lymes disease, autoimmune disease and PTSD.

  • @danitheuerkauf7095
    @danitheuerkauf7095 Před rokem +2

    Last line. Erase ourselves in a chalk outline.

  • @stpatty3310
    @stpatty3310 Před 11 měsíci +2

    Another take on the "Hope I'm someone else in the morning" is that if you feel empty and not yourself because of the pills you're taking, you're hoping that in the morning you're your real self again, and not the numbed down version of yourself that the meds are creating.

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před 11 měsíci +1

      Oh I really like that. The other person is your former self, beautiful imagery. Haunting, but beautiful

  • @toddpaul2228
    @toddpaul2228 Před 11 měsíci +1

    After the "jump scare" with the chair when he's walking back with the guitar in hand, you can hear the pills in a bottle in his pocket. No one seems to notice this.

  • @mama_nez
    @mama_nez Před rokem +2

    That chair slamming open triggers my startle response every time too lol

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +1

      Even after months of listening to this song, there are times when I forget and it gets me all over again lmao.
      Much love

  • @alloralou4722
    @alloralou4722 Před rokem +1

    I got the “great big smile” was sarcasm because he’s tired of pretending. And at the end Ren was erased first.

  • @sketchtherapy1218
    @sketchtherapy1218 Před rokem +1

    They give you prescriptions that lead to addictions and their solutions are always another prescription. You'll never find a version of you that is pure when the profit's in treatment not in the cure.

  • @jonathanshaw3755
    @jonathanshaw3755 Před měsícem +1

    Dude, great analysis. Been through it but 15 years ago. This brought back the memories but I don’t know how he put it on paper.

  • @thecheekychipmunk9682
    @thecheekychipmunk9682 Před 3 měsíci +1

    I’ve never seen your reactions before, but you’re the best I’ve ever seen. I feel like I’m sitting in my favorite professor’s English Lit class back in college. I’m ready to watch every single reaction you’ve ever done. My newest ADHD hyperfocus has just been unlocked. You’re amazing! THANK YOU for being amazing.

  • @LarsPallesen
    @LarsPallesen Před rokem +2

    That was the best analysis/commentary I've seen of this song so far. Very insightful. Thank you, Sir.

  • @johneicher7914
    @johneicher7914 Před rokem +2

    Like many, I have been riding the Ren reaction train. For days now, I am watching everything can. I just had to stop and post a comment. Nobody has analyzed and broken down Ren like you have. Your observations are so insightful. I just wanted to say thank you and let you know you are killing it with these reactions. Thank you.

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem

      Thank you so much :) It's been an amazing journey, in no short part due to people like yourself who have made these experiences with the music/videos even better. Much love and thank you for being fantastic :)

  • @johnburton4577
    @johnburton4577 Před 11 měsíci +2

    Ok I've listened to this wonderful song a fair few times now.
    My best take on the 'floating chalk outlines' line was that the medication you're taking would make you seem halfway to death - you're walking around but not really reacting to the world like when you're feeling 'normal' and unmedicated. Akin to Pink Floyd's Comfortably Numb (to date me somewhat).
    First time hearing you're alternative take on 'chalk outline' being that you look ok on the outside but are feeling empty on the inside, which also links to the later line of having a great big smile. Just as descriptive from a different viewpoint, love it.
    👍

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před 11 měsíci

      I love your consideration of the meaning! Thank you for sharing that :) This is what I love about music, particularly Ren's. There are so many different ways you can interpret the songs, which I think is done intentionally to give the beholder a chance to explore their own thoughts and feelings. Then when we discuss the music we get beautiful moments like this where we get to explore each others' perspectives

  • @pirobot668beta
    @pirobot668beta Před rokem +1

    My own 'outline' is the distance between my symptoms and relief from my medication.
    Some days, all I can feel are the side-effects, other days my meds don't seem to do anything at all and the symptoms 'take over' for a day or so.

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +1

      I'm so sorry, brother. I hope that while the days can be rough, there are some diamonds in that rough. I can't pretend to know everything you're going through, but I truly believe in your strength to outmatch it. And if you ever feel like things are just hard and you wanna talk, please don't hesitate to reach out. Much love to you

  • @martinashfield8973
    @martinashfield8973 Před rokem +1

    Thanks for replying to me from Hi Ren. You said you said you were a teacher, I ask a teacher of what. Your insight, philosophy is astounding for a reactor. I am 66 and have had mental illness and put in care from 7 years old, addictions and homelessness and survivor from people who abused me, I survived but so much so I was Tazered and locked up in a Hospital at 56, I share with people I meet so as to hopefully help. I relate so much to Ren but you make me understand more of what he is saying than I initially understood. I thank you for your explanation so as a layman I may understand a deeper meaning.

  • @AmandaMulley
    @AmandaMulley Před 4 měsíci

    The dark ending allows us to see our own reflection in the screen.. it’s quite confronting and uncomfortable and it’s important to work out why that’s uncomfortable (not for everyone, but certainly for me!) ❤

  • @douglasgonzalez7561
    @douglasgonzalez7561 Před 10 měsíci

    It isn’t often that I run into a true empath. You sir ARE. I will say this: One of the things that has me hooked on Ren, is he has an uncanny ability to make you FEEL it. He is a true master of getting a point across.

  • @mhandanunnerybosarge1690
    @mhandanunnerybosarge1690 Před 9 měsíci

    This is probably the most brilliant reaction/analysis I've ever heard, of any song, ever. Another masterpiece written by Ren, his and Chinchilla's voices meld together so beautifully, and they take us along for this haunting, melancholy, beautiful ride.

  • @marijeanurban
    @marijeanurban Před 8 měsíci

    I've watched 100s of reactions to this song and both Ren and Chinchilla and you sir are by far one of my favorites! Thank you for your time and breakdown! ❤ you deserve way more recognition!

  • @mama_nez
    @mama_nez Před rokem +1

    I see you with the Groundhog Day reference in your intro 🙌

  • @farfromheaven29
    @farfromheaven29 Před rokem +1

    This might be the record for the fastest person to subscribe lol. This was a beautiful reaction and I truly connect with this song and comment section. I get so tired from standing on the precipice, walking the thin line between deep depression and mania. It's nice to know I'm not alone on that cliff. Thank you for making this video.

  • @Suwils
    @Suwils Před rokem +11

    Loved your interpretation. This song is too deep as it touches the nerve in my core. Check out his song Crutch. Thank you for sharing this rare talent from both these artists. Speechless🙏🏽✌🏽

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +1

      Thank you so much! It really is so deep. There's just so much happening in their hearts and minds and it's beautiful, and just so important, in the way they convey it. Much love

  • @louise11854
    @louise11854 Před rokem +1

    i hear the clinicians saying 'take another pill'-i'm there right now.

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +1

      Don't get me wrong, I think there are definitely moments when the pills can help, but it's the underlying maintenance of use and overuse that ends up becoming the problem. I'm sorry this reply is a little late, but I hope that you're doing well Louise. Much love to you

  • @belinda35
    @belinda35 Před rokem +2

    Came here for Ren, subscribing for you.

  • @paulinehilling3830
    @paulinehilling3830 Před měsícem

    Thank you so much I finally fully understand this & in turn I have an insight in to a subject that I thought I understood academically but not that living/ lived experience.

  • @roncav8
    @roncav8 Před 11 měsíci +2

    One of the best reactions/analysis of this wonderful sad song😢💗💗💗

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před 11 měsíci

      Thank you so much

    • @roncav8
      @roncav8 Před 11 měsíci

      @@shadowaeternum2690 Ren
      needs to see your reactions. He
      Interacts with his reactors and you are among the best I've seen💗💗💗

  • @kiallanness833
    @kiallanness833 Před rokem +1

    Hey again, My friend you never cease to amaze me with your reactions. your breakdown between medication or substance abuse was the best I've heard so far. Also the "Great big smile" part where you start talking about this human experience of sorrow and pain is surreal and grounding.

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem

      Thank you so much :) I'm glad that you enjoyed the video.
      Honestly, I don't think we talk enough about the human experience of sorrow because we're trying so hard to just be happy, but we don't realize that happiness is a journey and pain is a part of that journey so I'm so glad Ren brings a lot of these things to light. Much love

  • @kimanderson2771
    @kimanderson2771 Před rokem +1

    Thank you! Thank you for your amazing analysis, perceptions, and breakdown. I was in awe, watching your reaction to Hi Ren.
    Which, by the way, was off the charts.
    I found Ren by chance in my news feed. I guess you'd call it. And 'having been there, done that' myself, he made me feel all the feels, again. Not in a bad way, perhaps a sad way. Because of all the misconceptions and misdiagnosis still going on today. And the poor souls that suffer because of it. I get it 100%.
    The way you bring profound awareness to his content and break things down, to those who may not be truly 'conscious' and are just along for the ride with his stupendous musical, lyrical and creative abilities, leave me speechless. Jaw hits floor, light bulb on, YES, yes he gets it. It's not just a 'reaction'.
    This 60 yr old Metal head is thrilled to have found Ren and you. Easiest thumbs up in a while. To both of you. And a new sub. Have a fabulous day.

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +2

      Wow. You have no idea how much this just inspired me. I'm so sorry for the late response (I had tried to avoid going back to try to comment on older videos because it was getting a bit crazy) but I saw this as I was scrolling through and had to stop to tell you how amazing you are. Thank you so much for your kindness, and for being an overwhelmingly awesome human being. I hope you're doing awesome, Kim! You just made my day. Much love

  • @cherylrobbins715
    @cherylrobbins715 Před rokem +2

    Thank you so much!

  • @jamesbaker704
    @jamesbaker704 Před rokem +1

    Wow, great again by you obviously

  • @CaletaK
    @CaletaK Před 10 měsíci

    Enjoyed watching your in-depth analysis of this song! Most people miss all of those details and metaphors.

  • @BoredBro2zzz
    @BoredBro2zzz Před 4 měsíci +1

    The best reaction ever

  • @BoredBro2zzz
    @BoredBro2zzz Před 4 měsíci

    Thank you so much you talked all my emotions out so perfectly thank you

  • @laurentyvangurewitch3940

    You deserve far more subscribers than you currently have. I've checked that box, a thank you in a very small way for brilliant analysis of an artist who would love your take on him.

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem

      Thank you so much for the support :) I truly appreciate the subscribe but also that you took the time to convey your support

  • @AndaraBledin
    @AndaraBledin Před rokem +1

    I have to say that you are incredibly astute. You pick up on such varied and subtle details.

  • @bonesonstones1
    @bonesonstones1 Před rokem

    What an amazingly thoughtful, insightful, passionate reaction. Absolutely loved this.

  • @cody2oo
    @cody2oo Před rokem +1

    You heard "oh my my" when I heard "oh mama" which would play on the chalk outlines you would have your parent draw when you lay on the ground.

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +2

      Oh wow, it honestly would be even more heartbreaking as Oh Mama, so you just added a layer of haunt to this already haunting song. Much love

    • @cody2oo
      @cody2oo Před rokem +1

      @@shadowaeternum2690 right! Yelling oh mama throughout just hits different.

  • @kjsharp
    @kjsharp Před rokem +1

    Geez what a great and thorough analysis

  • @orcunnisli
    @orcunnisli Před rokem +1

    I seen many reactions for this song and yours was the only accurate break down of what it was meant to be. I am not a reactions person, just came here for the hope for any accuracy, but I'll follow your channel, waiting more deconstructions like this rather than just shallow reactions. Keep up the good work mate!

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +1

      Thank you so much :) I'm really glad you enjoyed it and found it accurate. I'll definitely try to keep that up! Thanks so much for the support. Much love

  • @lisamayreed6399
    @lisamayreed6399 Před rokem

    Epic reaction...ty for supporting their music. Hauntingly beautiful.❤👍🔥🔥

  • @zennayo1
    @zennayo1 Před rokem +2

    Your reaction videos are the best on CZcams.

  • @kaybee1682
    @kaybee1682 Před 7 měsíci

    Absolutely love your reaction. I'm definitely a new fan. Thank you for this... Can't wait to watch more!

  • @debrastuart4357
    @debrastuart4357 Před 9 měsíci

    Wow!!! your breakdown has hit me hard. ....those of you who know, know. I love this song but you really helped to feel it and understand why I love it so much.

  • @amyf9835
    @amyf9835 Před 11 měsíci +2

    Love being a new subscriber

  • @staceyjayneplatt9527
    @staceyjayneplatt9527 Před 8 měsíci

    New UK subscriber brilliantly put xx🇬🇧🇺🇸🇬🇧🇺🇸🙌

  • @judgeg2906
    @judgeg2906 Před rokem +2

    Godly analysis, kudos.

  • @ancltube
    @ancltube Před rokem

    I'm so happy that I finally found your channel. After listening to so many reactors, many of whom does not have a clue about the meaning of the song, and some who maybe get part of it but totally misunderstand other things, to finally find you who are able to put words to the things I felt when listening to the song. Everything you say makes sense and matches my own understanding.
    I really like this song. And you described why.

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem

      Man Andreas, I'm sorry I'm really late on the reply but let me just tell you that I'm glad that you found this channel, as well. Your positivity is so beautiful, and I truly appreciate it

  • @judgedino
    @judgedino Před rokem +1

    What an absolute great dive into this song!
    You really did it justice!
    Many others have failed in their reactions.... just doing it for the clicks & likes!
    Nice one!
    Much love from England!
    Cheers!

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem +1

      Thanks so much! I'm really glad you enjoyed it :) Thanks for your kindness
      Much love from Canada!

  • @Veeliscious
    @Veeliscious Před rokem +1

    Another outstanding & detailed breakdown of (if I had to choose) my favourite track from his vast catalogue. (You will likely also love the very haunting "How to be Me" also with Chinchilla - written by Ren after the suicide of his best friend.) I know you will have many Ren fans/reaction junkies subscribing to your channel - birds of a feather flock togetheras they say and his Community are each a lovely, lovely bunch of souls who have an affinity with lovely souls such as Ren, and I nclude you here now too.
    I hope your students appreciate what a phenomenal teacher you are - I have a feeling you're like those rare Teachers we see that in 20 or 30 years' time, your former students might gather together to present you with a "lifetime" award & to show the result of the impact and inspiration your teaching and wisdom gave them and where they are now because of You... I'm just glad you've also chosen to share your perception & insights on CZcams so they're not just confined to those lucky enough to be in your classroom.

    • @shadowaeternum2690
      @shadowaeternum2690  Před rokem

      Mannn. Thank you so much. Even if there's no lifetime award, I hope that I have the impact that you've given me credit for. In truth, I love my career because of the fact that it has that layer of connectedness that extends beyond what we are able to achieve in a lot of other fields. And honestly, it would be nice to just talk to them and hear their experiences sometime down the road. I honestly wish I could meet everyone that's been on the channel, too. I think there's something beautiful in the togetherness of everything I've seen here so far and I'm just so happy to be a part of it. Much love

    • @Veeliscious
      @Veeliscious Před rokem

      @@shadowaeternum2690 I am sure you Will get your feedback from those you've inspired most

  • @no54atu
    @no54atu Před rokem

    Great work as always mate, your knowledge and understanding is amazing, keep pouring that knowledge our way mate🙏🏽

  • @CindyBaucom-sb1hd
    @CindyBaucom-sb1hd Před 10 měsíci +1

    LOVE that I found you. RENaissance. Great explanation. You certainly pointed out more than any other one I’ve seen. Thank you. #sickboi RENegades!!! I liked and sub!!!

  • @enchantedRightHook
    @enchantedRightHook Před rokem

    i am truly loving and appreciating your reactions!

  • @ernreyes4133
    @ernreyes4133 Před rokem +1

    Great reaction man!

  • @jjcbassguitars2114
    @jjcbassguitars2114 Před rokem +1

    A genius commenting on a genius. You sir are amazing.

  • @kennylanes6581
    @kennylanes6581 Před rokem

    Just amazing. I am new to ren but to here you break down this song...well done sir