Ren's most playful nudge to look inside yourself yet! Halftime (Nas Retake) Reaction & Analysis

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  • čas přidán 13. 07. 2024
  • Ren shows over and over again that he can pull from the most diverse of influences and not just cover his inspirations, but bend them into his own connected and artistic genuine expressions. Even though I don't rap, this adaptation really made me smile and feel empowered! Free Voice Lessons: chrisliepe.com/free-your-voice/
    ‪@RenMakesMusic‬
    #singer #vocalcoach #reaction #analysis
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Komentáře • 83

  • @chrisliepe
    @chrisliepe  Před 4 měsíci +12

    Learn to pull from your inspirations without judgement while embracing playfulness and freedom. Join my free course! chrisliepe.com/free-your-voice/

  • @dazzman555
    @dazzman555 Před 4 měsíci +36

    Agree Ren is super talented but also puts 110% into all his work.

  • @im2yz4u17
    @im2yz4u17 Před 4 měsíci +61

    Chris, you are one of my goto reacters for Ren music. First, thank you for stating that you should do a bit of research on the original music to understand Ren's retakes; that is key for those who are not familiar with old hiphop or even contemporary. Next, there is a great deal involved in rapping, such as rhythem, enunciation, lyricism, flow and style. Ren seems to have it all considering how he changes it up so often. In this retake it seems like bog standard rap but there is nuance that we get from Ren always. You can find that nuance much easier than us and we appreciate your discoveries as much as the lyrical breakdowns of others. Tell me about how difficult it is to do this. Oh wait,you did!

  • @jasonremy1627
    @jasonremy1627 Před 4 měsíci +21

    Absolutely. Ren puts in the work. That's why he's so good.

  • @Ph4n_t0m
    @Ph4n_t0m Před 4 měsíci +12

    I appreciate your courage in venturing into something you intially might have not exposed yourself to. And you came away with something valuable. Sure, your mind might not have been blown by all of the hidden doubles, triple, and references that others might have -- _but that didn't stop you from appreciating it_ -- and that speaks volumes on your character and integrity.

  • @therosabella67
    @therosabella67 Před 4 měsíci +21

    I love your reactions Chris. I agree with you: REN is ridiculously talented but he worked and still does work so hard for it. Very disciplined.

  • @nrsvlda70
    @nrsvlda70 Před 4 měsíci +33

    Great reaction, thank-you! I had seen the vid how showed of Ren practicing his speed, and I saw another one where he kept pushing to sing longer w/o a breath. While we all appreciate his amazing talent which he shares with us.. but we also need to appreciate him for HOW he’s gotten so amazing!

  • @Hexenkind1
    @Hexenkind1 Před 4 měsíci +13

    Ren's retakes are always multiple things: All retakes are not monetized and he wants to show his love for those artists while educating people on great music in the process.
    All of them.
    They are also never covers but reintepretations in various and creative ways.
    Bringing musical culture to life one retake at a time.
    It's just an awesome experience.
    And here he is basically saying: Pay respect to the greats that came before me and that are not longer with us, BUT more importantly value them while they are STILL ALIVE.
    Which he did here with Nas.
    You have to love it and respect it.
    He also changed the beat in various ways in a very dope way if you pay attention and did callbacks for other Nas songs within the lyrics of this retake.
    And more eastereggs that I do not want to spoil. :D

  • @DebapriyaMaitra
    @DebapriyaMaitra Před 4 měsíci +18

    Wasn't sure if you'd be reacting to this one, but always happy to see a Ren video from you! Great insights even when singing doesn't come into play ❤

  • @ChrisLawton66
    @ChrisLawton66 Před 4 měsíci +16

    Great reaction! You definitely brought a lot to this analysis even if you aren't a rapper. Yet.
    I'd like to recommend "Swan Song" by The Big Push. The harmonies between Ren, Gorran, and Romain are exquisite.

  • @MoreKellBellPlease
    @MoreKellBellPlease Před 4 měsíci +5

    Don't apologize for reacting to everything Ren does! You never know what gems he is dropping, and you love him just as much as we do! I will always check out your Ren reactions! I mean, you helped mold him into who he is

  • @stranger2Utube
    @stranger2Utube Před 4 měsíci +5

    I'm very glad you jumped on this one Chris, it was great to see you appreciate it from a different perspective than all the Hip hop pros. Enjoyed it a lot.

  • @Jinxy44
    @Jinxy44 Před 4 měsíci +8

    Thanks for your reaction - you’re always interesting even when it’s rap.
    Edited to say I once saw him training to hold his breath and he was nearly up to 3 minutes 👀

  • @kcidermanstuff3385
    @kcidermanstuff3385 Před 4 měsíci +5

    Oh yes .. study's will be done on this lad for sure

  • @louise11854
    @louise11854 Před 4 měsíci +8

    hello dear!!! imho, part of the ren effect is an expanded world!! he sure keeps blowing mine, like a flashback! kathleen

  • @SuzanneO707
    @SuzanneO707 Před 4 měsíci +2

    I think Ren captures the essence of his influences and gives it his own independent unique twist, an honourable homage. He is poetry in motion, no doubt about it. Agree, he can make you laugh and cry, and oozes humility and positive energy.

  • @DogDocKat
    @DogDocKat Před 4 měsíci +5

    You are so correct about how hard Ren works. And to work as much and as hard as he does with his health issues is absolutely mind-blowing. He is truly one of a kind and an inspiration 💜💜

  • @sorenm.lairdsorries7547
    @sorenm.lairdsorries7547 Před 4 měsíci +3

    Thank you 🙏❤ Chris ❤ for your 🐷 Ren - Halftime (Nas Retake) reaction! #ren #nas #sickboi #halftime #calgary #retake

  • @Codex7777
    @Codex7777 Před 4 měsíci +8

    The lyrics? The flow? The delivery? The performance? All out of this World! As always! :) But... All the added audio in the Ren remix!? Especially the guitar! Just fantastic! :)
    Btw, I think you missed the couple of lines before the 'troubles on the page line. They're brilliant! :)

  • @little-earl
    @little-earl Před 4 měsíci +3

    I'm also using Ren as a gateway into genres that I have not explored. The lyrical references come thick and fast in this one, "Waviest Guy" refers to NAS' first MC name Kid Wave and his later track Wave God. The Nuclear lines call back to the Atom Breaker album NAS first appeared on. The more I learn, the more I appreciate REN's craft.

  • @AlecSwiftHikes
    @AlecSwiftHikes Před 4 měsíci +16

    I remember reading something about Michael Jordan being kind of offended when an interviewer kept mentioning his natural talent, and he was like 'no i worked extremely hard to get good, I wasn't just born like this.'

  • @kylene27
    @kylene27 Před 4 měsíci +3

    I'm so happy that you decided to go ahead and do this. I always appreciate the things that you think about and your approach. Loved it.

  • @Lspace-lq7ri
    @Lspace-lq7ri Před 4 měsíci +3

    He is sooo inspiring to watch... 🥰🌅🎶🎵

  • @docdurdin
    @docdurdin Před 3 měsíci +2

    Chris, when you stop to think that 12 year old Ren was making mixed tapes and selling them at Medieval Fairs his hippie parents took him to, he is a library of all music in all generations. What kid of the 90's listened to Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, 20'30's and 40' classics? Ren has enlisted all of it in his, I Love This Music collection. He rhythms in his sleep and even makes beats that he wakes and puts to memory. More than an anomaly, it's just Ren.

  • @morecrayonsplzmcw4836
    @morecrayonsplzmcw4836 Před 4 měsíci +4

    🔥you got it Chris

  • @djperses1
    @djperses1 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Thank you very much for having that respect to remind people they should listen to the original artist. It’s hard to understand where Ren is personally coming from with his interpretation without knowing where it comes from. Especially when it comes to something from NaS. NaS is so well loved and respected in rap culture that trying to take on something like this very hard. IMO it’s something that can break someone’s career so easily!
    That brings me to the part at the end of your video here of you recognizing Rens hard work…. I honestly think without his hard work and respect for the art and artist he wouldn’t have been able to make this a great tribute!

  • @callmeeley
    @callmeeley Před 4 měsíci +1

    Thank you, im not a rap fan but have learned to appreciate it by becoming a fan of Ren, its opened up a whole new world for me and I love it ❤ from the UK

  • @Shiroar
    @Shiroar Před 4 měsíci +3

    Ren is siiiiiick 🔥 And this is the sickest ad for some sick boi merch 😂
    Seriously though, Ren showing love for music he loves with his ReNtakes is yet another reason to love this sick boi. Somehow he manages to be humble and show respect for other artists while spitting braggadocios bars 😅 Not quite sure how that’s even possible, but hey it’s Ren doing Ren things 🤣

    • @waynecope8164
      @waynecope8164 Před 4 měsíci

      Did you notice that Ren was wearing a sickboi sweatshirt ?

    • @Shiroar
      @Shiroar Před 4 měsíci

      @@waynecope8164 yes. Hence the merch ad comment 😂 If he doesn’t get it up on the merch store soon, it’s a missed opportunity.

  • @jhjwarren
    @jhjwarren Před 3 měsíci +2

    Love your message at the end. I can’t sing but enjoy your reactions. ❤

  • @kcidermanstuff3385
    @kcidermanstuff3385 Před 4 měsíci +3

    Yo I luv this reaction.. soon as I see Chris in the thumbnail I had to see his reaction to this. Respect to the mindedness

  • @gwynethzen77
    @gwynethzen77 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Yes, Chris! On everything! But especially looking into other genres. Scientifically proven to be good for your brain and we get it all in one artist with Ren! 😂

  • @thetalantonx
    @thetalantonx Před měsícem +1

    The isotope, split an atom in a fractional reaction bar is straight up taking you from the fundamentals to an atomic bomb scheme.

  • @ronnieperkins6760
    @ronnieperkins6760 Před 4 měsíci +5

    Hey Chris! Love your videos! I've recently went to Ado's show yesterday, and she has surpassed all my expectations. The character and emotion expressed on that stage left my jaw on the floor. I must recommend her song Fleeting Lullaby, i think you would really enjoy it! I look forward to seeing what you think.

    • @chrisliepe
      @chrisliepe  Před 4 měsíci +1

      that would have been amazing to see! So glad you got to experience her LIVE!!

  • @konbloodlust7378
    @konbloodlust7378 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Mad respect to you for noticing the nuances and the word play. Happy Pi Day, not many catch that bar. Much ❤
    Ciao-4-Now

  • @amandatheyahoo411
    @amandatheyahoo411 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Love your reaction! Thanks! 🤘🏼🎶

  • @Turntablist_Mk2
    @Turntablist_Mk2 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Very well said Chris, after every track heard people are realizing the work he puts in. Hard work, talent and his sound design choices means he will always succeed in my opinion. " Note for note I go for broke in every single song i wrote" -Ren "Power".

  • @essac1
    @essac1 Před 4 měsíci +2

    Hey man ! I have been listening to ren and the big push alot lately, and the song "Goodbye Good Days" by the french guitarist Romain Axisa is such a beautiful song and it has such beautiful vocals ! I was wondering if you could check it out because, he deserves alot more credit than he gets for his solo stuff ! Love your reactions aswell man!

  • @gwynethzen77
    @gwynethzen77 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Good point about listening to original! Gonna go watch Nas vid right now!

  • @SandraP3796
    @SandraP3796 Před 4 měsíci +2

    Great reaction to our Ren. Thanks Chris

  • @user-du7pb3do4g
    @user-du7pb3do4g Před 3 měsíci

    I really love your message in this. If you love it, put in the work. Every human has SOOOO much potential. Not just musically. If you truly love something, do it.

  • @dianeemanuel8541
    @dianeemanuel8541 Před 3 měsíci

    Thank you for recognizing the importance of seeing the original before watching the retake❤❤❤

  • @veronicaleontin9701
    @veronicaleontin9701 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Very nicely said, Chris!

  • @johngibbons3138
    @johngibbons3138 Před 4 měsíci

    I love this. There is so much lyrical mojo in this that I needed help with from smart reactors. It's so dense.

  • @leanneoneill5803
    @leanneoneill5803 Před 24 dny +1

    Great reaction ❤

  • @pamquick600
    @pamquick600 Před 4 měsíci +3

    Great analysis, BP! Thank you

  • @Emilie-one
    @Emilie-one Před 4 měsíci

    I love this! You are right… he works very hard and practices a lot and yes he is super talented but he is talent plus hard work. ❤

  • @lisar6510
    @lisar6510 Před 4 měsíci +1

    ❤ your reaction to videos😊

  • @jansadianec8156
    @jansadianec8156 Před 4 měsíci +1

    💪💪

  • @chiefaberach
    @chiefaberach Před 4 měsíci

    Excellent motivational thoughts. Just what I needed to hear😊

  • @mikep83
    @mikep83 Před 4 měsíci

    Ren is a Goat. No need to compare but that was an awesome tribute. So many bars and the flow was so good!!

  • @markgoldspink5109
    @markgoldspink5109 Před 3 měsíci

    He also made a couple of Pi references and released it on Pi Day - 14th of March.

  • @TWFydGlu
    @TWFydGlu Před 4 měsíci +1

    One thing that struck me was the breath control. You have to really think of how to place your breathing to go two minutes of non-stop rapping.

  • @kolasinskipiotr
    @kolasinskipiotr Před 4 měsíci

    Thumbs up for open mind :)

  • @javbx3275
    @javbx3275 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Hey I know you’ve probably listened to Ussewa from ado before right? Well listen to her concert where she sang it! It was sang with so much anger and emotion you need to listen her live version of it!

  • @user-qj1pr9ox3h
    @user-qj1pr9ox3h Před 4 měsíci

    Malaysia New Song Before Trending🔥🔥❤❤😊
    Steady Gang - ( 周星翅Chou Xing Chi )MV❤❤❤❤👍🏻

  • @fangirl6115
    @fangirl6115 Před 3 měsíci

  • @ccarsona2
    @ccarsona2 Před 3 měsíci

    interesting insights about talent

  • @suesee4855
    @suesee4855 Před 3 měsíci

    Much love ❤️ Sue

  • @cherylwitter5038
    @cherylwitter5038 Před 4 měsíci

    Love it!

  • @gabrielestanga
    @gabrielestanga Před 4 měsíci +1

    Chris it has bothing to do with Ren but may I suggest you to analize Kaleo? I woul recommend in particular their cover of the song Bang Bang but anything would do. Their vocals would be so interesting to go through.

  • @lilian896
    @lilian896 Před 4 měsíci

    Great to hear some Brass.★

  • @dave.james007
    @dave.james007 Před 4 měsíci +1

    True that

  • @TRPLD
    @TRPLD Před 4 měsíci

    Not sure if you already watched it, but you might enjoy The Hunger by Ren. It is a rap song but musically a wild ride. Highly enjoyable but the flow switches every twenty seconds...

  • @oliverfoxi
    @oliverfoxi Před 4 měsíci

    Still waiting for Dayseeker Vultures review

  • @williamparrish9954
    @williamparrish9954 Před 4 měsíci

    the line feeding them pie pi is 3.14 today is pi day and its also 3rd month also did u hear the Eletric guitar he added

  • @kolasinskipiotr
    @kolasinskipiotr Před 4 měsíci

    For me chemical reaction scheme was about all of you guys, reaction channels :) Proton is positively loaded but it need negative neutron for reaction to happen, then he says about atom reaction and that reaction channels supersized him, so he will supersize his order as like we are his order, we are the knights that will bring awakening to the world. :D Sorry, my brain goes into quantize mode after hrbz. Am I digging too deep? :P

  • @optimistinmyprime
    @optimistinmyprime Před 3 měsíci +1

    I'm no expert but it seems like you'd really need to know how to breathe to rap non-stop without a single pause! (like reading a run-on sentence and taking an awkward breath in the middle)

  • @jimmyshak8915
    @jimmyshak8915 Před 4 měsíci +1

    just subscribed and am a fan. but sad you had no nothing Nowhere content...

  • @elindayana8174
    @elindayana8174 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Can you react to "Smash Into Pieces - Heroes Are Calling"? 😍💖🔥🤟

  • @Hexenkind1
    @Hexenkind1 Před 4 měsíci

    Also: When will we see Chris Liepe rap? ;)

    • @chrisliepe
      @chrisliepe  Před 4 měsíci +2

      maybe soon!

    • @Hexenkind1
      @Hexenkind1 Před 4 měsíci

      @@chrisliepe That would be cool. I love that you and also Elizabeth are open to genres that are out of your own comfort zone. Just broadening the own horizon. Can never hurt I think. Great attitude to have.

  • @beehype46and2
    @beehype46and2 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Comment for da algorithm
    Streak count: 344

  • @KitstormUno
    @KitstormUno Před 4 měsíci +1

    This was a 1 take.

  • @belgand5555
    @belgand5555 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Thank you for this Chris and the inspiration… Ren inspires us in ways we never knew were possible… and it’s great giving us the reminder of Ren is so talented but even better imo he works so hard … 🫶🏻🎼🫶🏻
    In Ren
    you will find
    Where?
    Meeting of minds
    Hard work and talent
    takes place
    Why care
    because one without the other
    is a blank space
    There

  • @MisssNL...
    @MisssNL... Před 4 měsíci +1