Ren X Chinchilla - How To Be Me (live) (A Blind Reaction)

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  • @serendipitish
    @serendipitish Жыл бұрын

    Dear Walter: thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for remembering how to be you.

  • @margaretc5679

    @margaretc5679

    Жыл бұрын

  • @NothingOnEvents
    @NothingOnEvents Жыл бұрын

    I was trying to find the words to say after that reaction when I realised I had the perfect wisdom that was imparted on me; "Brother, I am so honored that you shared a part of your story here. I am sending the best energy towards the adjustment in life that's ahead of you and am believing in a positive transition for you. I'm believing in you overcoming yourself, my friend. Lest we forget how far we've come." - Walterooski, April 2023.

  • @walterooski

    @walterooski

    Жыл бұрын

    Dude…. Using my own words against me…. you magnificent sonuva beeeeshhhh. I love you, thank you so so much ❤️

  • @theredbarron100
    @theredbarron100 Жыл бұрын

    I’m so glad you made the choice to live. Both my parents committed suicide, my brother has attempted suicide more than once, and I was also in the bathtub filled with hot water and a razor blade, thinking as you did that would be the least messy place for whoever had to clean up after me. Ultimately my cats saved me, the longer I sat in the bath, thinking that since I’d pushed everyone out of my life it might be weeks before anyone found my body and my cats might die too. I won’t go into any more depth, just to say that was 23 yrs ago and I’m still here and grateful that I am. Much love to you, Beautiful Soul.❤

  • @serendipitish

    @serendipitish

    Жыл бұрын

    I am so glad you are still here to become a beloved Rooski, with an equally beautiful soul!

  • @theredbarron100

    @theredbarron100

    Жыл бұрын

    @@serendipitish Thank you so much🙏🏼

  • @margaretc5679

    @margaretc5679

    Жыл бұрын

    ❤❤❤

  • @dorothyzetterstrom1691

    @dorothyzetterstrom1691

    Жыл бұрын

    ❤️

  • @juliem660
    @juliem660 Жыл бұрын

    What a touching, honest, living & breathing embodiment of Hi Ren's Eternal dance: the pendulum swings. My favorite thing about your channel is the exuberant JOY you express... & it brings me joy. It's infectious! It's honest, authentic joy.... and honest [vs. that dilusional "reality" so prevalent on social media] will share the entire "dance". I hope you know what a rare gift that it! An entire generation is comparing themselves to a "reality" that doesn't exist... and suffering as a result. Just as Ren does with his music, ...you shine an authentic light on the things of life. I, for one, am so grateful for the gift that you and Ren are. There's no telling how many lives you saved today & forevermore... just by being real ...because no matter how dark that day was... it was followed by joy. That, my beautiful friend, exemplifies HOPE.

  • @jaysonmassey8365
    @jaysonmassey8365 Жыл бұрын

    illest of our time, dear god, the verve one, old skool rap one, just so many . i had fun, im sure you will too

  • @melissawinstead8848
    @melissawinstead8848 Жыл бұрын

    This was a tough one. Walter. I'm so glad you shared. Hopefully we can help you lift some of the weight. We freakin' love you!❤ Peace and love always until there is no more!😊❤

  • @GregDaniel78
    @GregDaniel78 Жыл бұрын

    We barely know each other, but I can say I honestly wept the first time I heard this. I remembered how I felt in a moment I wish not upon my worst enemy. A cloying, black but cold blanket which seemed to never let go. It smothered my peripheral vision narrowing to just a pinprick of light to cling to. I've not cried since, after watching countless other reactions. Except now. Sharing what you shared and recounting vicariously through your eloquent and harrowing words took steel and bravery. Allowing yourself to be so exposed and vulnerable is not, as we imagine, inflicting some voyeuristic hell on those who do not understand your sorrow. We are a collective of souls built to seek connections which help us understand our lot in life. You have, you did. Thank you.

  • @walterooski

    @walterooski

    Жыл бұрын

    The words at the end were mine, that was MY story about the battle in the red room.... The story of my roommate David was unrelated. The whole thing sorta slippery sloped. One lyric reminded me of my roommate, the rest of the song led me to the memories of sitting in the bathroom. That was an excerpt of the book I'm working on, "In Medias Res"

  • @GregDaniel78

    @GregDaniel78

    Жыл бұрын

    @@walterooski I actually put the pieces together a minute or two later and fixed my comment. I got there in the end through the blubbing. Big hugs from Sweden my lad.

  • @serendipitish

    @serendipitish

    Жыл бұрын

    I am glad you are still with us, Greg. Thank you for helping to build those essential connections here!

  • @GregDaniel78

    @GregDaniel78

    Жыл бұрын

    @@serendipitish Thank you for your kindness. Some very special humans helped me to find myself again, ironically propelling me far beyond what I ever thought I'd achieve in life. ❤️

  • @vickyterry3150
    @vickyterry3150 Жыл бұрын

    I want you to know that you’re awesome. You’re valuable. You matter. You are important and the world is better because you’re here. I didn't say it first, but nonetheless, this is true.

  • @mynameisfen
    @mynameisfen Жыл бұрын

    Well I wasn’t planning on shedding a tear today, Walter… but here we are. The ‘reaction video’ genre is all about feeling a connection with other humans based on similar passions, interests and experiences, when done with the enthusiasm and empathy you always show it elevates the content to another stratosphere - this certainly does that. Sending good vibes.

  • @DakotaDogProductionsAk83

    @DakotaDogProductionsAk83

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes. This is why I’m so drawn to these things and Walter specifically. Great explanation 😊

  • @KevL_262
    @KevL_262 Жыл бұрын

    "Freckled Angels" is another song by ren helping him to get over that.... Thank you for that reaction and keep on going!

  • @serendipitish

    @serendipitish

    Жыл бұрын

    This video was filmed on a rooftop in Brighton, not on the Menai Bridge in Wales where his friend was lost. (This is misinformation that keeps getting repeated in comments, and can only lead to Ren eventually being asked painful questions about it; please help to stop the spread if you see it elsewhere? Much love!)

  • @KevL_262

    @KevL_262

    Жыл бұрын

    @@serendipitish Thank you for noticing that! I've been mislead by the comments! Of course I will help to get that right! Thank you my friend

  • @patrickblack398
    @patrickblack398 Жыл бұрын

    Brother, I love your genuine empathetic nature, as well as your love of music. You’re one of those humans I’d feel comfortable talking about my sturggles with you (and that’s saying alot for me).

  • @papacarl2002
    @papacarl2002 Жыл бұрын

    such a truly honest and vulnerable song AND reaction - thank you for that and for the story you shared after the song. Walter, I feel honored to have found you early in your reaction journey - happy to be a Rooski, rooting for all of the other human beings in this world to find love and compassion... for themselves and for others.

  • @siwlasilva
    @siwlasilva Жыл бұрын

    This community that formed around Ren's music feels to me like battle weary soldiers that gather together periodically after whatever war. We found people here who truly understand what it is like in the dark cold mental trenches and we can have conversations and share feelings that would sometimes be impossible even to our most beloved to understand because most of them weren't THERE, thank the universe for that kindness... so, thank you Walter and y'all, for letting your scars and wounds show. Much love.

  • @tundiel
    @tundiel Жыл бұрын

    Fate made sure you were available and ready to make reaction videos just at the exact time that Ren started to explode. It s just a perfect combination, just like pearls and tuning forks ❤

  • @phillevin6651
    @phillevin6651 Жыл бұрын

    The timing of them coming back together on the lyrics is amazing.

  • @belinda35
    @belinda35 Жыл бұрын

    You are the best reactor out there. You pour your heart and soul into each one. You allow yourself to feel, really feel, the music and to openly communicate those feelings to your viewers without holding back. You are a top notch reactor and a beautiful human. Thank you.

  • @Shiroar
    @Shiroar Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing your story and emotions with us ❤ Ren also wrote Freckled Angels about the friend he lost and it is a beautiful tribute. I recommend listening to the studio version first, but there is also a very emotional live version from only 8 months after the loss. Musically it isn’t quite as good as Ren seems to be rushing it at times. However, it is obviously because it is a tough song to get through, and it is beautiful in its rawness. Unsure if you can handle reacting to the song, but it might be good for you to at least check them out on your own then. One of the strengths of Ren is how he shares his experiences and emotions so openly so we can feel a little less alone in this world.

  • @Paul-Gleave
    @Paul-Gleave Жыл бұрын

    Chinchilla- Fingers (Live on Hunger TV) will melt your face off... One of the most beautifully hauntingly stunning vocal performances I've ever heard or seen in my 54 years of eliptically orbiting the Sun on this floating iron spaceship... Can't hype it enough. :D

  • @walterooski

    @walterooski

    Жыл бұрын

    I went back in time and knocked that reaction out for ya, homie! CHINCHILLA - FINGERS Live for HungerTV (A Blind Reaction) kzread.info/dash/bejne/o3xhx7iGgKqbidY.html

  • @papacarl2002
    @papacarl2002 Жыл бұрын

    Oh man, their synchronous vocalizations have been haunting me for almost a week during quiet moments in my life. If the fates allow I’ll be there with you tomorrow at the premiere, clutching my Kleenex. 🤘🏼🎧🤟🏼

  • @helenajrgensen3157
    @helenajrgensen3157 Жыл бұрын

    my little brother died of an overdose when he was 15 - on purpose? an accident? I do not know. I think of him every time I hear this song. And I cry - quite redemptive, but also with a twist of pain. Thank you for sharing your story. Thank you for your very touching reaction. Today I cried a little more - with you ❤

  • @serendipitish

    @serendipitish

    Жыл бұрын

    I am so sorry you lost someone so close to you. May his voice in your head help you to find peace; when we're talking to the dead, it's not madness but a slow healing of the heart. ❤‍🩹

  • @dennisvernonhaydock
    @dennisvernonhaydock Жыл бұрын

    I loved the studio version when I heard it a couple of years ago, but when I saw this last year, it became my all-time favorite duet. I could talk about the lyrical or technical aspects of what they're doing here, but it's the visceral, passionate way it's delivered that doesn't need anything more than listening. It astonishes me how Ren-and in this case, Ren and Chinchilla-have unleashed so many kind, generous, caring, beautiful souls to share their stories with strangers. The world becomes a better place every time we open up and every time we accept the experience of others. Thanks.

  • @laurentyvangurewitch3940
    @laurentyvangurewitch3940 Жыл бұрын

    The agonies of your words make visible the pain you hold. Let it drain away, my friend, and swirl down the gutter of memories into forgetfulness. A stronger light shines now, and fills you with a radiance undimmed by the past. Be well, you are appreciated, nay, loved.

  • @mynameisheidi
    @mynameisheidi Жыл бұрын

    Your writing is totally beautiful. I was right there with you the whole time. I went on to read what I could on the screen. Take so much care listening to Ren's music. His story has so many harrowing moments too and speaking for myself I'm grappling with the pure beauty and healing that comes from listening, plus the remembrance of past events / sorrow / grief and then what Ren has gone through himself and what he is going through now. Every single one of these needs pause, gentleness and care. Jan 6 was when I first heard Hi Ren and the overwhelm (in all wonderful though still challenging ways) continues.

  • @tommieev5589
    @tommieev5589 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this intense and vulnerable reaction. Thank you for being you. It is such a shame that many people don't realize they don't want to stop living until they have taken steps toward an exit. I'm glad you (and your roommate) continue on the path. Your mention of The Civil Wars made me want to recommend that you watch "All is Well" by Avi Kaplan (formerly of Pentatonix) and Joy Williams (formerly of the Civil Wars); although recommending another song after such an intense song and reaction seems almost sacrilegious.

  • @jonathangibson9137
    @jonathangibson9137 Жыл бұрын

    Oh walterooski the live version is THE one. This one is good but the live version is out of this world amazing. Please do that one as well sometime soon! Ren is possibly the only artist I've known, where his live on the street performances outshine the studio ones - possibly due to his years busking on the streets. His artistry shines so much brighter when raw - the visceral, untainted, unpolished beauty... C'est magnifique (chefs kiss) 🔥✌️

  • @walterooski

    @walterooski

    Жыл бұрын

    I actually did do the live one.... I was gonna do both, the live and the lyrics... I started with the live one and that was all I could do; it hit me between the eyes. I haven't made a video quite like this before...

  • @jonathangibson9137

    @jonathangibson9137

    Жыл бұрын

    @@walterooski I feel you brother. The heart on the sleeve, the vulnerability... It's as profound and moving as it gets. Never known anything so powerful. I'm not sure if you dig rap/hip hop - a lot of his other songs are kinda on this vibe. It's something I would not have listened to before but Ren has opened my mind and ears. Sending positive vibes to you Walterooski 🔥✌️

  • @rebeccarose7405
    @rebeccarose7405 Жыл бұрын

    Another beautiful reaction to another amazing song. Any of us who have been touched by the suicide, or even attempted suicide by a loved one know this pain. The pain of the person and the pain of the ones left behind. I was in tears with you, as I always am listening to this beautiful, haunting song. Thank you so much! ❤️

  • @NoCanDu

    @NoCanDu

    Жыл бұрын

    You got me. That beautiful. 🥹

  • @AmaBrigitte
    @AmaBrigitte Жыл бұрын

    This song resonates with so many people! Some say it's from the perspective of Ren's friend RIP and others say it's the perspective of Ren! It is hauntingly beautiful and the blend of their voices is heavenly! One of the best songs ever! Thank you for sharing your story with us! I'm so happy you are here today, a messenger to all! Keep up the spirit, keep your heart open and know that you are loved! And keep sharing Ren's creations❤

  • @irenenaya7644
    @irenenaya7644 Жыл бұрын

    I love your reactions, your knowledge of music, your unbridled enthusiasm and emotion, your tshirts. Thank you for sharing such personal moment. One thing stood out right off the bat: the first thing that brought you back to reason was thinking of your friend's reaction to finding you, of him having to clean up, of him having to look after Clark, of Clark not understanding what had happened. You're an empathic and generous soul. You thought of others before thinking of yourself. I'm glad you didn't pull that trigger. I think the world is a better place with you in it. Thank you! ❤

  • @kiarasp8190
    @kiarasp8190 Жыл бұрын

    Can't wait! Would love to hear you reacting to some of his rap, like Power or Life is Funny. Also the song Humble is really good too

  • @walterooski

    @walterooski

    Жыл бұрын

    Last night was an incredibly heavy one for me in context of reactions… no song has really quite hit me like this one has. I’ve seen you suggest his rap songs before, which light hearted ones would you suggest I start with?

  • @kiarasp8190

    @kiarasp8190

    Жыл бұрын

    @@walterooski i would try Power. The lyrics are still deep, but the music is upbeat, the vibe is positive in my opinion. He raps a bit in Humble too (feat Eden Nash) and that one is very upbeat positive too! I hope you enjoy 🌞

  • @patrickblack398

    @patrickblack398

    Жыл бұрын

    @@walterooski A throwback to the Beastie Boys called “What you want” and a song where he just goes silly dumb is called “Losing It.” Losing it is an EDM vibe rap track with cool Squid Game reference.

  • @jodi.lynn.

    @jodi.lynn.

    Жыл бұрын

    Power is such a great choice. That song truly brings me so much JOY

  • @DakotaDogProductionsAk83

    @DakotaDogProductionsAk83

    Жыл бұрын

    Power is a favorite ❤️

  • @AversaS2
    @AversaS23 ай бұрын

    It’s incredible to me the way each can step back their performance to let the other show off their talent, and they just switch seamlessly. It’s amazing.

  • @theredbarron100
    @theredbarron100 Жыл бұрын

    “Fingers” live (Chinchilla) is fucking amazing. REN and Chinchilla “Sexual Healing” is another awesome duet

  • @meggsy82
    @meggsy82 Жыл бұрын

    I didn't want to take away from the energy of the reaction but now that time has passed, I was so stoked when you compared them to The Civil Wars because I felt the same! The beginning gives a slower Barton Hallow vibe.

  • @niky9226
    @niky9226 Жыл бұрын

    Will be watching soon after the premiere. I know this one was hard for you ❤ Its good when we get to release some of our feelings though. Youre an amazing person ❤

  • @niky9226
    @niky9226 Жыл бұрын

    Im so sorry you went through all of that 😢❤ but Im SOOO HAPPY youre still here!!! 🫂❤️❤️❤️

  • @blzbub1
    @blzbub1 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for a great reaction. I've seen MANY reaction videos to Ren's and Ren and Chinchilla's videos and I rank you very highly amongst them. Please keep it up! Chinchilla Fingers (live version) with just piano-backing is fantastic and I think you would enjoy it. I look forward to seeing it pop-up in my recommended, as I immediately subscribed after seeing your first Ren reaction, cheers Walter.

  • @walterooski

    @walterooski

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for the kindness and thank you so much for your time. Welcome to the Rooskis, my friend 🖖

  • @jadejameson5312
    @jadejameson5312 Жыл бұрын

    I think you are a joy to watch and listen to. You let yourself go and actually feel. It's a breath of fresh air from all these people who try to be cool or brag about whatever. You are such a kind and gentle soul. Thank you. Stay yourself man :) Sorry for your experience too friend.

  • @pensfeathers
    @pensfeathers Жыл бұрын

    "gather up all your loose change." some hugs for the early-days version of walterooski who went through that with his friend, and hugs for the version of walterooski that wrote in medias res, and hugs for today-walterooski. this song just kind of punches you in the gut, doesn't it? in a beautiful way, but still. it's still a punch. at some point, when you feel like you can hear this song again, do check out the non-live version. it's worth hearing it for the strings, imo. not saying you need to react to it, just enjoy it if/when you're up for it.

  • @cody2oo
    @cody2oo Жыл бұрын

    Ren can relate to just about everyone it seems. Genuine emotions from an artist is gonna hit you feels every time. What you want or losing it - are an extremely different tone if your wanting to feel better. Just get ready to squint when he starts rapping fast. And when you want to go back down the emotional rabbit hole Pocket full of pain - is a rollercoaster insomnia - hits me like a truck 1990s - fun I love music 1 2 3 - is a dynamic trilogy Been on the Ren train for a month now and it's just not the same off of it

  • @StelFiRu
    @StelFiRu Жыл бұрын

    Gahhhh, I'm crying hysterically watching you talk at the end. It's funny because when you spoke of self-hatred and of your hopeless existence, I felt sadness and empathy for you. I don't extend that to myself. Thank you for the beautiful reaction. 💜

  • @suzannesantos86
    @suzannesantos86 Жыл бұрын

    Sir Walterooski, you and I need to share a brewski. Any time you feel the desire to visit Tasmania, Australia you have a place to chill…..background check included ;) The view of the harbour from my second storey would calm any weary mind. Be well, mate. Suzi xxx

  • @walterooski

    @walterooski

    Жыл бұрын

    You’re the first person I’m hitting up in Tasmania should that ever happen

  • @sandradee6029
    @sandradee6029 Жыл бұрын

    I cried with you, and for you, and for Ren. Dare I dream we might lighten our collective pain by purging through Ren's music? I feel a healing happening...❤😓

  • @leoscone4036
    @leoscone4036 Жыл бұрын

    Wow. I knew this one would hit you deep and hard, but had no idea how you would turn this to the positive. But you did by totally reinforcing what Ren did. Stories need telling. Especially the hard and painful ones. You just did the best reaction ever, of the dozens of reactors I've watched do this song, to "How To Be Me Live" and upped it a notch with your commentary. Ren would be tearing up if he saw this. Well done. And, of course, "Fingers" live by Chinchilla is probably the best first go at pearl clutching with her. Which you will. Blessings.

  • @ElleScamp
    @ElleScamp Жыл бұрын

    Awww, Walter. Been there also. Big hugs and so much love to you and anyone else who’s been there. So thankful for your very being, dearheart ❤

  • @serendipitish
    @serendipitish Жыл бұрын

    Also -- others have made excellent suggestions of Ren's more upbeat tracks for a next reaction. There's one lesser-known song that I feel makes a good chaser for the emotional ones -- "Ready For You" is a quietly fierce song about coping with depression. kzread.info/dash/bejne/hm2VsKdwmqy-gcY.html

  • @mercurial_cyclist
    @mercurial_cyclist Жыл бұрын

    "Where is my god? Where are you?!" gets me every single time. I've enjoyed several of your reactions this evening, from the unashamed joy of Losing It to the bare truth of this. You're a good one Walter, keep going.

  • @dorkette_chicky
    @dorkette_chicky Жыл бұрын

    One of the most profound reactions to one of the most profound artists. I'm not sure how many reactions I have watched to this video, I have cried exactly twice to watching it, the original on Ren's channel and this one. Thank you for allowing us in, you are appreciated and I am so thankful to have stumbled upon your channel. Peace Friend.

  • @sch7194
    @sch7194 Жыл бұрын

    Love these two amazing artists together...Ren and Chinchilla never miss 🔥♥️🔥

  • @mothermaclean
    @mothermaclean Жыл бұрын

    Chinchilla fingers is fantastic live version. Ren children of the moon is a fun up beat song with meaning

  • @Tim31NJ
    @Tim31NJ11 ай бұрын

    I've just found your channel, and love how much you enjoy the artistry, and can explain musically, things I never knew before. Most importantly, I love you, and the genuine person that you are. Your knowledge, passion, and compassion are worth more than you could imagine and in the few videos of yours that I've seen so far, have made an impact on me. Much love, Walter.

  • @lauracarlson3280
    @lauracarlson3280 Жыл бұрын

    Never forget, that you matter, too. ❤

  • @chandrawade-mayhue9186
    @chandrawade-mayhue9186Ай бұрын

    Your strength and vulnerability are inspiring; thank you for both of them. Be well. Truly.

  • @sdFoix
    @sdFoixАй бұрын

    Just want to say I really appreciate your vulnerability with this… I haven’t cried so hard in a long while. This was a great moment to witness and share in, as much as the medium allows, a moment of sincerity and hope

  • @patjoyce
    @patjoyce Жыл бұрын

    I don't usually comment on Ren reactions - Thank you for your raw honesty and strength - Love from Australia

  • @walterooski

    @walterooski

    Жыл бұрын

    I am honored, my friend. Truly. Thanks for taking the time. 🖖

  • @polyesterspecter
    @polyesterspecter Жыл бұрын

    Hugs Walter. This song devastates me every time I hear it. 🖤

  • @aornellas
    @aornellas Жыл бұрын

    Walter, thank you for sharing with us that part of your story. And dare I say - you are an INSANELY GOOD writer. Even painting such a painful picture, you do it so skillfully... Please let us know when the book is finally out, I want myself a copy. As someone - like many - who's experienced this on a very personal level, seeing it playing out with such skill and care really moved me.

  • @cherylrobbins715
    @cherylrobbins715 Жыл бұрын

    Love to all you in the Rooskis community Don’t give up.

  • @breebeee3
    @breebeee3 Жыл бұрын

    My heart bleeds for you, I'm so sorry you had to go through that experience and I'm sorry your friend felt such desperation that many of us do for one reason or another. Like Ren said it stays with you for all your life which includes everyone effected. Much love and strength!

  • @johnlasky7766
    @johnlasky7766 Жыл бұрын

    Seems like my previous comment was deleted, not sure. Anyways, thanks for the reaction, nothing but love from here Walter. I would recommend Ren -Loosing it..thats a fun one!

  • @walterooski

    @walterooski

    Жыл бұрын

    I have never deleted comments and I don't see anything held for review. Feel free to post again, I'm not one to moderate the comments, I want people to say where they are coming from, good or bad. Thank you for your support and bravery, my friend. I'm honored to have you here!

  • @johnlasky7766

    @johnlasky7766

    Жыл бұрын

    @@walterooski Yeah I'm not sure where it went. I was basically just saying that I've been a person with the noose around his neck, more than once. I was saying in Rens song Hi ren there is a line that rings true to me, and I think for many others. "Some people know me as hope some people know me as the voice that you hear when you loosen the noose on the rope." I've heard that voice. I've followed hope every time. We are not alone in these struggles. I was also saying that I appreciate your honesty and vulnerability an much love brother.

  • @walterooski

    @walterooski

    Жыл бұрын

    I feel undeserving of such love but, coming from a kindred spirit, I'll gladly accept your kindness. Thank you for your empathy, my friend.

  • @serendipitish

    @serendipitish

    Жыл бұрын

    @@johnlasky7766 Thank you for letting us know you've been on that precipice too -- knowing how many of us have been there helps us all to be gentle with each other. I am glad you listened to that voice, and are now helping to share it with others so eloquently. Much love to you!

  • @boho_hippychick
    @boho_hippychick Жыл бұрын

    You have an amazing soul, my friend. Thank you for sharing your pain and courage. I feel blessed to have found your channel.❤

  • @phillevin6651
    @phillevin6651 Жыл бұрын

    Fyi, this song was written after a friend of his committed suicide 😮

  • @ianhislop6782
    @ianhislop6782 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing your heart with us. I hope that you can feel the love surrounding you. ❤️

  • @Qinglin888
    @Qinglin888 Жыл бұрын

    I want to hug you so tightly. I'm so glad you are still here with us. Thank you. Sending you all the love in the universe

  • @walterooski

    @walterooski

    Жыл бұрын

    I can truly and inarguably say that I, too, am glad I made it to this point. I wasn’t sure how, but I wanted so badly to turn my story into a positive and, for the first time, I think I’m seeing the fruit of that labor played out outside of my own life.

  • @Qinglin888

    @Qinglin888

    Жыл бұрын

    @@walterooski Count me as a Rooski for life

  • @DakotaDogProductionsAk83
    @DakotaDogProductionsAk83 Жыл бұрын

    Yo Walterooski!! Again, your reaction has made my day. Crying with you this morning was so therapeutic. Thank you for that. So excited for the stream tonight!!! I’ve been meaning to make a few suggestions for future reactions. It sounds like the content audio is quite a bit lower than your reaction audio. (In pre-recorded like this one) Maybe bring up the original content audio just a bit. As you grow and more people access your stuff I feel like a lot might get turned off in the beginning of your reactions if you interrupt more than once within the first 20 seconds of something. I don’t really care myself but I’ve seen LOTS of people move on too soon because of it. I want them to stick around to see your awesomeness 😊. Rooting for you and so thankful you’re here sharing yourself with all of us!! I’d buy you a brewski if I could!

  • @andycopland3179
    @andycopland3179 Жыл бұрын

    You're the only reactor I've seen catch the reference to King Midis. You've restored my faith in humanity. The "round" is also classic to a lot of "religious" music which leads into the religious undertone at the end. It really is good. Another Edit: I find it fascinating watching these, as I like to judge the emotional reaction to certain parts of songs. This can be quite difficult because songs have different meanings to different people. But certain words hold weight.... words like "hope" and "hallelujah". They are a universal truth, as when we lose hope, we've lost everything and really he's singing about losing hope. I think that hit heavy with you as it does a lot of us, because hope is the last thing to go before we have nothing. Hope is the will to go on in the desire for something better. So anyone who reads this that gives a single fuck, keep hoping.

  • @SkaterWillsy
    @SkaterWillsy Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for baring your soul to us. I hope that you're in a happier and more positive place now. Rens art has hit people/reactors in a very different way to any other artist I've ever seen. This man is gonna be a legend and will change the industry forever. If you want to check out chinchilla doing some solo work, as others have said 'fingers live for hunger tv' is the one to hit. Also, just thought I'd say - I appreciate you. It's important that you know that you are important and respected. Love you bro x

  • @mothermaclean
    @mothermaclean Жыл бұрын

    Hugs to you I feel your pain xx

  • @rudolphadonis3030
    @rudolphadonis3030 Жыл бұрын

    This performance is simply brilliant. Great reaction mate

  • @AaaaaBeeee
    @AaaaaBeeee Жыл бұрын

  • @DandelionCollab
    @DandelionCollab Жыл бұрын

    Fuck. Thank you for sharing this. For being moved. For moving me.

  • @annemorgan2064
    @annemorgan2064 Жыл бұрын

    Oh Walter, I’m so glad you decided to stay here. You feel like a friend, even if it’s a one way kind of thing.

  • @blackberrystag
    @blackberrystag Жыл бұрын

    *hugs*

  • @carlosdavidmoravillalobos6604
    @carlosdavidmoravillalobos6604 Жыл бұрын

    You might just saved another life apart from your own by sharing that letter Walt. Pura vida!❤

  • @pirada74
    @pirada74 Жыл бұрын

    ❤❤❤

  • @gracegrit3009
    @gracegrit3009 Жыл бұрын

    I am loving all your reactions. I appreciate your vulnerability...and your sharing your story, your life, all the chapters. I’ve suffered with depression, anxiety, and PTSD. We all shine when we share our darkness ❤️ ❤❤

  • @serendipitish

    @serendipitish

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for pushing through; it's hard to get the grace without the grit, isn't it? And vice versa. Welcome to the Rooski family, we're so glad you're here!

  • @victoriahawcroft6376
    @victoriahawcroft637611 ай бұрын

    Thank you…….I cry with you, but please know you bring a lot of joy to other people with your reactions, stay strong we all love you! From UK x

  • @DonnaPoynton.
    @DonnaPoynton. Жыл бұрын

    Beautiful honest reaction,Thanks Walter ❤

  • @vornamenachname9905
    @vornamenachname9905 Жыл бұрын

    I really like you and your reactions Walter! Much love from Germany

  • @emhutch25
    @emhutch25 Жыл бұрын

    So proud to be a Rooski!

  • @seanmcgee8981
    @seanmcgee8981 Жыл бұрын

    Best reaction yet. Thank you

  • @travisgilmore6349
    @travisgilmore6349 Жыл бұрын

    It's okay to cry

  • @seagull01-cp8pb
    @seagull01-cp8pb Жыл бұрын

    Oops managed to drop out of chat without saying goodbye and thanks🙄🦇

  • @nonoyesyes6870
    @nonoyesyes6870 Жыл бұрын

    Brother , Like many others Ive been to Hell and back. It always comes down to the decisions you make but they are influenced by others. Keep a close circle and loved ones nearby. Most influences outside of those circles can be harmful. much love to you, you got my Sub as Ive been wrestling my demons for over 30 years.

  • @cspole3435
    @cspole3435 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you Walter.

  • @MissMeKate
    @MissMeKate Жыл бұрын

    We are all so very grateful that you chose to live, even if at the time it only felt like choosing not to die. It's wonderful that you are seeing the positivity you put out into the world being reflected back at you, and that your life now is - in so many ways - better than you dared hope on the day that you gifted yourself with tomorrows.

  • @serendipitish

    @serendipitish

    Жыл бұрын

    That's so eloquent, Kate - thank you for expressing what I wanted to say to him, but didn't know how. I'm glad you're with us too!

  • @Lynnie_14
    @Lynnie_14 Жыл бұрын

    G'day Roo 👋 I knew this one would cut deep - It did with me too. My husband suicided when our children were 15, 13, 9 and 6. He was a gentle & emotional person, a talented artist, and a great dad, but the inability to accept who he was consumed him. Years of body dysmorphia, anorexia, bullemia, therapists, meds....... The unrelenting mental anguish he felt manifested into internal physical pain. His behaviour became very odd as he tried to find himself, and failed repeatedly. He hanged himself in the backyard shed. He was 6'3" tall and his feet were touching the ground - He could have saved himself, but he chose not to. This is my last image of him. Im so very grateful for this growing tribe of people who are normalsing vulnerability and creating a supportive environment in which to share and support each other. Much Love ❤

  • @walterooski

    @walterooski

    Жыл бұрын

    Try as I might, and I have retyped this several times, I haven’t the words. I’m honored to know even a part of your story, I’m heartbroken that you had to live through what was certainly hell on earth, I’m so sorry for you and your children, and so thankful you are here to share your tale… You are a true bad ass to have made it out to the other side and it is my honor to know of such a magnificently strong person.

  • @serendipitish

    @serendipitish

    Жыл бұрын

    Oh Lynda, I'm so sorry you've had such pain to bear. ❤ 🖤 💔 I feel for your family, and for your husband...what a terrible maze to be lost in. I hope you and yours are finding some peace and joy in the life you have now, some growing vines of silver and gold to frame those shadowed pictures. I am so happy you are a part of this with us.

  • @bethosbornefischer3315
    @bethosbornefischer3315 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for choosing to stay. Thank you for letting Ren undo you, and for sharing your journey. Thank you for sharing this journey of Ren with the rest of us. Trust the process.

  • @matthewbrady3839
    @matthewbrady3839 Жыл бұрын

    Hey man love the reaction and breakdowns. Would love to see you check out a song called "it's alright" by Ren. It's a beautiful song and video

  • @no54atu
    @no54atu Жыл бұрын

    🙏🏽❤️❤️

  • @theamazingtif
    @theamazingtif Жыл бұрын

    I’m sorry for what you went through. When you’re in it, it’s pretty hard to see how much it effects the ones who have to find the person. Thank you for sharing your story. And the story about the dog outside the door was just running up the score. The performance was incredible but it’s your reaction that gutted me. Well done sir!

  • @RoadLessTraveledMedia
    @RoadLessTraveledMedia Жыл бұрын

    Walter, just joined your channel after watching your bongo bong reaction (big push) - you have a great ear for music and your reactions are really good! I hope you keep doing what you are doing. Might I recommend, as a journey continuation, you give a review to Chinchilla's solo live performance of Fingers? You will be floored...well, again.

  • @serendipitish

    @serendipitish

    Жыл бұрын

    Hello, Road! You've just become part of the Rooski fambly... and that has made all the difference. 😀

  • @UTube-gi1ct
    @UTube-gi1ct Жыл бұрын

    send you a big hug 🥰

  • @DavidSmith-cc5hk
    @DavidSmith-cc5hk Жыл бұрын

    Beautiful, touching and honest. I have stared down the literal and figurative barrel of those feelings more than once. Glad you're still with us, Walter. I love you, brother.

  • @serendipitish

    @serendipitish

    Жыл бұрын

    I'm glad YOU'RE still with us, David. We all love you too!

  • @SarahWatchesStuff
    @SarahWatchesStuff Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for sharing your powerful story. I'm very glad your dog was able to get your attention enough to snap your head back into the game. Ren's words did that for me. 💜

  • @bosoundaries
    @bosoundaries Жыл бұрын

    It's so good to share the emotion...

  • @deeannisawesome8996
    @deeannisawesome8996 Жыл бұрын

    And now we're definitely all crying ❤

  • @Fullsteelchef
    @Fullsteelchef Жыл бұрын

    Love you and your stuff Walter. I'm right there with you crying at this song. Thanks for being you.

  • @y2jace124
    @y2jace124 Жыл бұрын

    ❤ my heart goes out to you, my dude.

  • @koala5385
    @koala5385 Жыл бұрын

    Bless you mate xxxo ❤ love from New Zealand

  • @TobiiRheaStarr
    @TobiiRheaStarr11 ай бұрын

    Nothing I type will live up to how heartbreakingly beautiful that reaction was. All I can say is I send you all the love, light, and well wishes your way 🖤 I am so glad you are here 🖤

  • @LizLulu
    @LizLulu Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your reactions - you are so authentic and real. I love how you break things down and share your perspective on the lyrics, harmonies and your other observations. I love your sense of humour too! I've watched tons of Ren reactions and yours is the first channel I subscribed to (after watching your Hi Ren reaction.) Thanks for your courage and for being so vulnerable. Thanks for sharing your stories. Thanks for reading your words. I cried. I could relate to so much of it. Very powerful and very well written. You are a true inspiration, Walterooski. Keep on being you and shining your light. I'm so glad that the Ren rabbit hole led me here. Big hugs my friend.

  • @walterooski

    @walterooski

    Жыл бұрын

    Ma'am, I am so honored. I can't thank you enough for those kind words; I apologize I'm only just seeing them. I have found that, when I got to the point where I was finally willing to talk about my past and my pains, there was tremendous liberation in sharing my stories. I won't deny that it is a scary and vulnerable place to bare myself in that way, but the freedom that comes from recognizing how far I've come outweighs the desire stay hidden. I don't know that I'll ever be able to fathom somebody saying I'm an inspiration, but I'm truly grateful that my words seemed to mean something to you and thankful that you went out of your way to be so kind. I should be thank you and giving you hugs, not the other way around.

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