Start with a pop song

Chapter 8 It’s always been quiet
Eight in the morning.

Kong Xi sent the location and message.

"Senior, I'm already here, you don't have to rush, but it would be better if you could meet me earlier!"

It is followed by a cute emoticon.

Song Dao thought to himself that this person is really impatient!
I got dressed and went downstairs to the breakfast shop, where I ordered a bowl of sweet soy milk, salty tofu pudding, and ate two fried dough sticks.

Then he took a taxi and went to the address sent by Kong Xi.

There is a lot of traffic in Beijing, and taxis stop and go all the time.

If the distance wasn't a bit far, he would have wanted to scan a shared bike.

Song Dao sat in the back seat and looked out the window.

There are many tall buildings and busy traffic.

The city of steel and concrete is prosperous yet cold.

Not much different from Earth.

Soon he lost interest and began to think silently about Kong Xiyue's song.

He knew about that fantasy drama, and the original owner had some impression of it in his memory.

The male and female protagonists are both the most popular top stars.

Although the man is a young hunk, his acting skills are pretty good among the new generation and he has many fans.

The female star debuted as a child star and has not grown up to be a bad person. She has been popular until now and is considered a popular young actress.

The investment in this drama is more than 200 million yuan, which is considered a big production in an era when actors' salaries are limited.

The producer invited Kong Xi to sing the interlude. In his opinion, the producer was more optimistic about Kong Xi's traffic.

As a new singer, Kong Xi has more than 50 million fans across all platforms, with more than 17 million fans on audio-visual alone.

A true internet celebrity!

Besides, most of the people who like Kong Xi are young people. Even if you don't ask her to help with promotion in the contract, but she gave you one million yuan and only asked you to compose and sing an interlude, you should know something, right?

Even if Kong Xi doesn't understand, the company behind her will ask for it.

When the time comes, just a few casual remarks in the live broadcast room will have a much better effect than those made by many film and television recommendation bloggers who are out to make money.

After understanding this principle, Song Dao felt relieved.

……

The place where Kong Xi and Song Dao agreed to meet was a place similar to 798 in Beijing, China.

The name is very interesting, it is called [Life Sloppy Studio].

Song Dao guessed that the boss might be a middle-aged man with an untidy beard, just like he was in his previous life.

After all, people only begin to realize a lot when they reach middle age.

When I got there and pushed the door open, I found Kong Xi chatting enthusiastically with a beautiful lady who was about 27 or 28 years old.

The moment they entered the door, the two seemed to be chatting about something interesting, both had happy and excited faces.

When she saw him, her laughter stopped abruptly.

It seems a bit embarrassing.

Song Dao thought, could it be that he is eating my melon?

The royal sister reacted quickly, and a warm smile appeared on her delicately made-up face again.

"Is that Song Dao? He's even more handsome in person than in the video. Welcome, welcome!"

"Senior, why didn't you tell me when you arrived? I could have gone out to pick you up!" The somersault cat girl reacted quickly and stood up.

"Hello, junior, and hello, this...sister." Song Dao also greeted the two of them with a smile.

"Hello, junior. My name is Yan Yu."

The eldest sister also stood up and introduced herself.

"Are you also a graduate of the Central Conservatory of Music?" Song Dao asked when he heard her call him junior.

"Yes, I'm a few years older than you. You can call me senior or Sister Yu!" Yan Yu looked Song Dao up and down.

Looks even better than in the video.

"After graduation, Sister Yu opened a recording studio here and has had a lot of collaboration with my company. I asked seniors to come here, firstly, to get some quiet time, and secondly, to get some work for Sister Yu." Kong Xi said on the side.

It can be seen that the two are very familiar with each other and have a close relationship.

"I listened to your song, it's pretty good, the emotions are on point, but the recording equipment is a bit poor. I wouldn't say it's the most advanced, but it's definitely better than yours."

Yan Yu had a cheerful personality, and Song Dao was his junior, so he spoke to him in a warm and direct manner.

"After you finish your business today, you can re-record the song with me. When the time comes, change the source of the sound. I think it will already be on several charts. Don't let those audiophiles find fault with it later."

Kong Xi said: "Probably not. People who listen to seniors' songs mainly want to find empathy through songs..."

Yan Yu glared at her and Kong Xi immediately shut up.

Song Dao smiled politely: "Then I'll trouble you, senior sister!"

When he got the song that day, he went to an off-campus recording studio. Although the studio was quite professional, the equipment was indeed average.

The fee was cheap, only three or four hundred yuan in total.

Given the current popularity, it is indeed necessary to re-record the song and be responsible to those who spent money to buy the song.

Yan Yu smiled: "It's not a problem, I make money from this, but I can give you a discount!"

Song Dao's eyes lit up: "Thank you in advance!"

Yan Yu then made a pot of tea, gave the space to Song Dao and Kong Xi, and went upstairs to debug the equipment.

Kong Xi holds the teacup in both hands, looking adorable.

He looked at Song Dao a little embarrassedly and said, "Senior, you won't blame me for taking the initiative to invite you here, right?"

Song Dao shook his head: "No, this is great. I have to thank you for introducing me to a high-end recording venue. Besides, it's opened by a senior sister, and I get a discount, which is great!"

"That's good!" Kong Xi breathed a sigh of relief.

But then she didn't know where to start.

Like many people who talk eloquently in front of the camera but are actually socially anxious, she doesn’t talk that much with strangers in private.

If she hadn't been forced into this situation, she really wouldn't have taken the initiative to find Song here.

Song Dao took the initiative to say: "Tell me your requirements and see if my song is suitable?"

"Oh, okay, okay, that's it..."

When it came to the point, Kong Xi suddenly became excited and went on to recite the producer's relevant requirements.

Then he looked at Song Dao eagerly. There were only two words in his eyes - please help him.

Song Dao did not hesitate, and started singing with the mentality of a musician.

Using the elementary and versatile voice, I used the version sung by Mao Buyi.

Mild yet mellow.

"The empty streets, I want to find someone to vent my emotions."

"Making this decision means loneliness is my neighbor."

"Our love is like the scenery you pass by."

The original singer of this song is A-Shan, a very talented female singer who unfortunately died young.

Her voice has a unique sense of vicissitudes, is very magnetic, and is sincere and meticulous.

Now it is performed by Song Lailai. The mentality of a middle-aged man, coupled with the original owner's understanding of music and the control of his elementary and changeable voice, makes the song sound completely different.

"The love I give you has always been quiet, in exchange for your occasional care."

“It’s a movie about three people, but I can’t have a name.”

If the original singer expressed a deep, restrained, helpless and persistent emotion when performing this song.

Then Song's interpretation at this time is more of a relief that nothing else can compare to the vast ocean.

Gentle and calm.

Kong Xi was not surprised by what the senior said.

People who really play music all have a crazy and passionate energy.

If you don't have the courage to speak out in any venue, how can you remain calm in front of thousands of people on a big stage?

She did the same and immediately listened carefully.

There was a hint of surprise in his eyes.

What a nice song!

Especially the lyrics, they are really great!
The reason why Song Dao complained about the system's definition of the song is because not only is the singer of this song a professional singer, but the lyricist is also a well-known lyricist!

Teacher Fang Wenshan!

There is no need to say how awesome this person is.

Accomplish each other with King Zhou.

When Song Dao sang the third sentence, Yan Yu had already appeared at the stairs on the second floor.

Standing there quietly, holding the railing, tapping the rhythm with his fingers.

Looking at the big boy downstairs, he slowly hummed the song in a mellow voice with a little vicissitudes of life.

Good songs go straight to the heart!
There is no need for gorgeous accompaniment, even if it is just a cappella, it can instantly resonate with people.

It seems that his junior's failed relationship did have a great impact on him.

Activated his creative talent!

Yan Yu pondered.

At this age, what kind of unforgettable emotions must one have experienced to be able to create a song like this?
When she first learned that Kong Xi had asked Song Dao to sing with her, she was somewhat disapproving.

It’s not that “Seeing Through” is bad, but as a professional music student, this song… doesn’t have that high-end feel!

Of course, she knows that this idea is a bit pretentious, and she also understands that what the public likes should be what artists pursue.

But even though they understand, professionals are still a little bit arrogant in their bones.

A lot of musicians are like this.

Only when you are really out of money will you write a catchy song.

Often, fans love the songs so much, but they themselves are annoyed to death.

Another point is that, if "See Through Love and See Through You" was not the video that became a hot topic last night, it would actually be a niche song!

The style is totally different from what Kong Xi wants.

Therefore, she was not very optimistic about Kong Xi's desperate attempt to find a cure.

As a result, when Song Dao sang this song a cappella at this moment, she could immediately judge after listening to just a few sentences -

It has that authentic flavor!
The lyrics of this song are not long and the melody is not complicated, but it is filled with a faint sense of sadness and loneliness.

Yan Yu was listening attentively.

It was not until the end of the song that she clapped softly and walked down the stairs slowly.

“This song is great!”

She looked at Song Dao very frankly: "It's better than your straightforward accusatory and critical song!"

Song Dao smiled awkwardly and said frankly: "I was so angry about that song that my senior sister laughed at me."

"It shows that you are a person of true character. You have written many songs that insult others. It's no big deal. Your song can only be said to have a small audience, but this song will have a wider impact!"

Yan Yu said this and sat down in front of the tea table.

He poured out the cold tea for both of them, boiled some water again, and then looked at Kong Xi who was still in a daze: "Hey, did you hear that?"

"Ah?" Kong Xi came back to her senses, her eyes slightly red, and she pursed her lips and whispered, "I didn't feel much about the song last night, but this song makes me want to cry. It feels very sad..."

She sniffed, looked at Song Dao and said, "Senior, this song is so good. Even if the film and television company doesn't want it, I will buy it! I can give it to you according to the highest standards!"

Yan Yu looked at this silly sister helplessly. She hadn't done anything yet and she had already sold out all her fortune.

What is the highest standard?
The standard for a godfather-level boss is that superstars are willing to be his tools. Do you do that?

"Don't talk about money all the time, it's vulgar."

Song Dao said seriously: "Not vulgar, not vulgar. We are all struggling in the world. How can we be noble without money?"

I felt a little regretful after saying it, not because it sounded pretentious, but because such words are hard to come from the mouth of a young man in his early twenties who just graduated from college.

Yan Yu was not surprised. It goes without saying that someone who could create such a song must be very talented.

The lyrics are simple, but the more you savor them, the more unforgettable they become.

In fact, it was not only Kong Xi who wanted to cry, she also felt a little sad in her heart.

I already have an idea of the effect of the music in my mind, it will definitely be more touching than this.

"Junior, does this song have a name?" She raised her head and looked at Song Dao with her bright and beautiful eyes.

“It’s been very quiet.”

(End of this chapter)