This man knows how to hype

Chapter 391 He Always Surprises You

Although Wu Youjin felt that Xu Xiyu had never written a Cantonese song, he had learned his lesson and did not ask Ali to do anything fancy.

The main reason is that it is meaningless. "Infernal Affairs" is already as popular as it can be.

Next, we just have to wait for the word-of-mouth of the movie to spread, do the promotion and marketing step by step to maintain the popularity, and then wait for the box office to collect.

Of course, more importantly, he was really scared by being slapped in the face.

No matter how thick your skin is, it can't stand being hit again and again. I'm not a masochist, how can I feel good after being hit in the face?

However, just because Wu Youjin doesn't stir up trouble doesn't mean that reporters won't "stir up trouble."

It is clear that Xu Xiyu said, "I have indeed written Cantonese songs. If I have the chance, I will release them for everyone to listen to."

When it reached the reporters, the headlines of the news releases were all changed to [Xu Xiyu said in an interview that she will soon release her first Cantonese album]

It’s no wonder that many netizens who didn’t watch the interview video were really deceived when they saw this news.

Netizens in the Cantonese-speaking area are especially excited.

After all, there haven’t been any well-known Cantonese pop songs for more than a decade. What people listen to now are still the same old songs.

As a well-known music creator, Xu Xiyu's creative ability is recognized by everyone. Therefore, many people are looking forward to seeing what kind of Cantonese songs he can write.

In this case, the entry #徐希羽发布粤语专辑# went straight to the top of the hot searches.

When Cheng Guangzu saw this entry, he was already at Pengcheng Hotel.

He said to Xu Xiyu excitedly: "Boss Xu, I think, why don't we release the theme song of "Infernal Affairs" that you wrote in advance?"

That's right, the bilingual theme song of Infernal Affairs is so classic that Xu Xiyu would never let it go. He had already written it and gave it to the two lead singers, just like on Earth.

However, these two songs are still in the confidential stage and have not been released to the public.

According to the original plan, Xu Xiyu wanted to release these two songs in the middle of the release of "Infernal Affairs", which is about ten days or half a month, to continue the topic of "Infernal Affairs".

Therefore, when Xu Xiyu heard Cheng Guangzu say that he would release these two songs now, he smiled and asked, "Why release them now?"

"It's popular. Now everyone is discussing the fact that you wrote a Cantonese song." Cheng Guangzu said without any hesitation.

Hearing this, Xu Xiyu stood up, patted his shoulder, walked to the window and said while stretching: "Brother Zu, it's true that we need heat for publicity, but you shouldn't be blinded by it."

"What do you mean?" Cheng Guangzu followed Xu Xiyu in confusion and started to do stretching exercises.

“First, the popularity of Infernal Affairs is already high enough. Even if we release these two songs, it won’t have much effect. Instead, it will make us lack promotional materials in the mid-term.

Second, the theme song of "Infernal Affairs" is strongly related to the plot of the movie. People who have not seen the movie may not be able to appreciate the flavor of the song. If it is released now, it is very likely that it will not achieve the expected effect.

Finally, although I asked you to arrange for reporters to block me, all the reporters downstairs in the company came spontaneously. In other words, my answer to the interview just now was a temporary reaction and a sincere word.

The questions that reporters asked me whether I had written any Cantonese songs were also spontaneous reactions and were asked sincerely.

If we immediately pulled out a Cantonese song related to Infernal Affairs, what do you think netizens would think? "Xu Xiyu stopped and turned to look at Cheng Guangzu.

Cheng Guangzu was not stupid, and he immediately responded: "Will netizens think that we are cooperating with the reporters and creating hype?"

"Correct."

"But what's the problem with this? It's reasonable to make a movie for publicity!"

"There is a problem, and it's a big problem. Although everyone knows that movies need to be promoted, there are some things that cannot make netizens think 'Is he just hyping it up?'

Think about it, whether it's you or me, why is our reputation gradually improving in Hong Kong? Is it because of the good movie "Infernal Affairs"? "

"Isn't it?" Cheng Guangzu asked back uncertainly.

"That's definitely not the case. Nowadays, few people have watched the full movie of Infernal Affairs. How could this be the reason? The real reason is that what I said during the interview was sincere enough.

Therefore, we must ensure the purity of that interview and not think about using this incident to gain popularity for Infernal Affairs. If we gain even a little bit of popularity, then all our words will be bullshit.”

When these words were spoken, not only Cheng Guangzu widened his eyes.

Even Jiang Yue, director Liu Yongzhe, male lead Liu Wei Chi and another male lead Liang Yanyu who were chatting in the room looked over in surprise.

Especially Liu Weichi and Liang Yanyu, they had few direct contacts with Xu Xiyu and their understanding of Xu Xiyu was actually limited.

Therefore, Xu Xiyu's words now brought great surprise to the two of them.

The two of them looked at each other first.

Then, Liu Wei Chi said to Liang Yanyu in a voice that only the two of them could hear: "Hey, when you were his age, were you this thoughtful?"

"When I was twice his age, I didn't think so carefully. How could his entertainment business be so big? He was born to be a boss, and we were born to be artists."

"He also does art." Liu Wei Chi said with a smile.

"I think he can succeed whether he is an artist or not." Liang Yanyu shrugged.

Just when the two of them were whispering about Xu Xiyu.

Cheng Guangzu's voice sounded again: "Xu Sheng, I'm grateful for your advice. You are right. I was indeed anxious. It would be better to release these two songs during the release period."

After he finished speaking, Liu Wei Chi couldn't help but asked with a curious smile: "Mr. Xu, besides "Infernal Affairs", have you written any other Cantonese songs?"

"I really wrote it. I wasn't lying in front of the reporters just now." Xu Xiyu laughed.

Without waiting for anyone to reply, he continued with a smile: "So, I will still release a Cantonese song this time, and I have asked someone to buy me a guitar." "Buy a guitar? Are you planning to just play and sing by yourself?" Liu Wei Chi was stunned.

"Yes, now in the comment section of my accounts on various platforms, many people hope that I can release Cantonese songs. So, we need to express an attitude.

Because everyone was so enthusiastic, in order to meet everyone's wishes, I temporarily recorded a song by myself in the hotel.

In this way, we can successfully avoid people thinking that we are hyping it up, and at the same time, we can keep up the heat brought by this topic. "Xu Xiyu nodded.

Hear what he said.

The room fell into a strange silence again.

Seeing everyone's hesitant expressions, Xu Xiyu said happily: "What's wrong? Is there any problem?"

"No...no problem." Liu Wei Chi shook his head.

But in fact, he thinks that having no problem is the biggest problem. He doesn't understand why some people can seize every opportunity and maximize the benefits?

What the hell is wrong with this guy's brain?!
Cheng Guangzu and Liang Yanyu had the same idea as Liu Weichi at this time.

As for Jiang Yue, admiration appeared in her eyes again.

But what they don’t know is that Xu Xiyu’s plan goes far beyond this. Since someone has given him another chance, he is going to make a bigger splash after releasing the song this time.

Just when everyone in the room was thinking different things, the doorbell rang.

Upon hearing this, Jiang Yue quickly stood up and walked to the door. When she opened the door, she found that it was the guitar that had been bought.

After bringing the guitar in, Xu Xiyu plucked the strings and tuned it, then said to Jiang Yue, "Just record it with your phone."

"Are you going to sing now?" Even Liang Yanyu, who usually doesn't talk much, was confused by the speed. Good fellow, you really just come as you say, without any preparation?

"Yes, there is no time. I have to go back to Beijing soon." Xu Xiyu said as a matter of course. He is not the leading actor and will not participate in the roadshow of "Infernal Affairs".

"Wait, Mr. Xu, wait a minute, I'll call the others over." Cheng Guangzu suddenly became excited. He felt that today's scene was particularly meaningful.

After saying that, he ran out while talking on the phone.

Looking at his back which seemed as if he had returned to his youth, everyone in the room laughed.

Xu Xiyu smiled and plucked the strings again to get a feel for the instrument.

As his first Cantonese song officially released on Blue Star, he naturally had to choose the song carefully.

There are several criteria for song selection. First, the content of the song should try not to be related to "Infernal Affairs".

Second, this song must be an absolute classic on earth;

Third, the connotation expressed in the song must have broad resonance and be able to hit the hearts of the audience in the shortest possible time;
Finally, the subject matter of the song should be unexpected for the listeners who are now waiting for Xu Xiyu to release a Cantonese song.

Based on these four criteria, Xu Xiyu chose a song without any hesitation. This song was also the first Cantonese song he had ever heard and could sing.

After a while, all the leading actors of "Infernal Affairs" who were participating in the roadshow arrived, and the living room of this suite was suddenly full.

Not only that, everyone, without exception, was holding up their cell phones.

Now, there are videos from every angle.

However, Xu Xiyu himself must still have a fixed camera position, so he only looks at Jiang Yue's shot.

"Mr. Xu, what's the name of the song you're singing this time?" The actress who played a psychologist in "Infernal Affairs" asked curiously, holding up her cell phone.

Hearing this, Xu Xiyu looked up at her, smiled and said, "I Really Love You."

"Oh~~~" As soon as these words came out, the Hong Kong "old hands" present started to make a noise in tacit understanding.

Fortunately, the actress was also a seasoned contestant. After hearing "Really Love You", she smiled and said, "It's a love song. Was it written for Miss Ke?"

"No, it's written to Ms. Yang." Xu Xiyu smiled and shook his head.

"Ms. Yang?!" When everyone heard this, the figure of "Yang Xueqing" immediately appeared in their minds.

Especially Jiang Yue, she almost couldn't hold her phone properly.

She just winked at Xu Xiyu with an expression full of disbelief.

That look seemed to be saying: Brother, are you crazy? I know that Yang Xueqing and you have a special relationship, but you shouldn't say it so openly. Can't we keep it a secret?

Just when everyone was thinking about it, Xu Xiyu added: "That is my mother, Ms. Yang Linqiu."

Wow, when this addition came out, the expressions of the people present were so wonderful.

Obviously, no one thought that the first Cantonese song Xu Xiyu sang was actually for her mother.

Xu Xiyu was very satisfied when he saw their expressions. If they couldn't think of it, then the audience certainly couldn't think of it either. The unexpected is what we call a surprise.

Moreover, although there are many parents in the world who are not human beings at all, "maternal love" will always be the greatest common denominator of "resonance".

Thinking of this, Xu Xiyu plucked the strings of the zither.

Soon, a song came out of his mouth.

"A pair of hands that cannot be modified~~
Bring out the warmth always behind you~~
Even if I am nagging, I still care about you. I feel guilty for not knowing how to cherish you~~
......"

(End of this chapter)