Huayu: Starting from the top talent show

Chapter 437 It was all Tao Zhe who led him astray.

With the joint promotion and operation of Universal and Shen Juan PR teams covering the globe, "INDUSTRY BABY," a song themed "Affirming Past Achievements, Resisting External Expectations, and Embracing the True Self," quickly swept across major mainstream video websites and streaming platforms with unstoppable momentum.

Some people say that the melody of this song is repetitive and monotonous, just like Shen Juan's previous song "Sunflower," which is in the same key the whole time. If it weren't for the fact that the previous collaborative single "Rain On Me" showed two completely opposite musical styles, they would probably have criticized Shen Juan for running out of ideas.

Some people say that this song was obviously written to cater to short video platforms, and that Shen Juan had already shown signs of this since last year. Last year was the time when TikTok was gaining momentum in North America, and Shen Juan happened to be the most popular top-tier singer on TikTok in Europe and America.

As a result, this group of people criticized Shen Juan, as one of the best contemporary pop singers, for betraying the core essence of music and instead embracing streaming platforms to attract more lower-tier markets. They argued that this behavior of following the trend of the times and trying to take shortcuts was destined to be unacceptable to the Brahmins of the music industry!
Shen Juan's music isn't pure enough!

He plays music for businessmen, music driven by utilitarian motives!
He has starlight, but no artistic personality!

I do not agree with allowing such a singer to become the leader of the contemporary pop music scene! He will corrupt the entire industry's atmosphere!

In their view, only by fighting against the tide of the times alone, then being kicked to death like a stray dog ​​on the roadside and ending up tragically, and then being remembered and revived by future generations decades later, and returning to the music scene upon retirement, can one be a truly artistic artist.

It just goes to show that fame brings trouble.

If he really gets into music, he'll probably be ridiculed for his commercial failure, saying he's become arrogant and forgets his roots after becoming famous.

Even those who criticized him before and after might be the same group of people.

Of course, while it's said that pursuing niche interests is a very common thing, this statement applies in many places.

But there is a world of difference between niche and mainstream.

The masses in China or the masses in the United States are not necessarily the masses. Some people always think that if someone is not popular in China, they are obscure, and if someone is unknown in the United States, they are a flop. This is actually not fundamentally different from the often ridiculed "universe-centric" thinking of the Koreans. Both have a kind of arrogant beauty.

Only the masses on a global scale are the true masses!

With the combined efforts of Shen Juan, his Alovers, and the platform TikTok, "INDUSTRY BABY" is poised to become a true mainstream hit.

Many people have expressed their love for the lyrics and melody of the song, saying that if ROM is a song written for female fans and CP fans, then Industrial Baby is a gift for all male fans. They have already ordered it on iTunes or are listening to it on repeat on Sound Breaker.

In their eyes, Shen Juan was really strange.

It's absolutely insane!
It's truly captivating!
Saving tears is one style, showering me is another.

The industrial baby now has a different style.

Does he really not experience creative blocks?
Can he really handle any musical style?
Is he really the new-era MJ?

At first, they thought it was just a coincidence.

After all, Shen Juan hasn't been in the industry for long, and it's very likely that he just happened to stumble upon a period of inspiration when he wrote Leviathan.

The next few albums will show a decline and reveal the true colors of the artist.

but now?
They have chosen to believe and accept it.

I believe Shen Juan is a creative genius with no limit.

Shen Juan has already lived up to his talent, becoming the singer-songwriter with the best chance of becoming a legend in this era.

Meanwhile, Shen Juan and Li Nacha were live-streaming an interview with the media arranged for them by the Republic.

"What I mean is, I love all the lyrics he wrote, whether it's the open and honest opening, listing his achievements in the music industry in response to those who question him, the haters, and you know, certain people, or the later lines like 'It must be because I'm too dazzling, the world shouldn't judge me, it's too late now, I've established myself, you all know I'm powerful enough to annoy people' and 'He just wrote her autograph on her butt and sent her back to her boyfriend,' they're all fucking cool! I love those parts so much!" Li Nacha said, rattling off his insights.

"So, Alex, what about you? Which part of the lyrics do you like best?" The interviewer then asked Shen Juan.

"I haven't seen a single black rapper who's more popular than me. My status in the rap world is like Alex's in the pop world."

Shen Juan smiled and began to speak eloquently: "Although we don't usually say that we are the most popular singers, and many people tell young people to be humble, sometimes, at certain moments, we do feel an indescribable emotion that makes us feel proud of our achievements."

"For example, last month Nas and I both won our first Grammy Awards in Los Angeles. I talked to him about it, and it was absolutely a moment we'd been dreaming of! Then there are the Billboard number one single, platinum certified single, and the Soundwave billion streams medal—these are all very impressive accolades."

"Without a doubt, we are both at the peak of our careers, so I don't think it's a big deal to express my feelings through this song. Although I won't say I'm the king of the world in front of everyone like James Cameron does, I am indeed proud of it."

Compared to Shen Juan, who remained calm and composed, Li Nacha's reaction was noticeably more exaggerated and excited.

“Yes, that’s right! We resonate with each other! You know what I mean? Even though we do different things, have different reasons for entering the industry, and have different musical styles, I just can resonate with him. I mean, I’m also an Alovers. I admire his perseverance and what he’s doing.”

“I think he is becoming a benchmark for the entire industry and an idol for the whole world. I know that many media outlets call him a leader of Generation Z youth. Cool! I mean, I can’t control what other people think or think, but as a member of Generation Z, I can’t agree with this title more than ever.”

"He is our leader. I love everything he does and I have to pay tribute to him. I think he is both brave and fearless, and he has a persistent attitude and ability. Although I know he doesn't like overly emotional expressions, he is the King of Pop in my heart!"

“Thanks, bro!” Shen Juan said.

"You're welcome. I just said what's been on my mind for a long time," Li Na said with a smile.

To him, Alex was like a messiah who pulled him out of the mire, so he felt it was his duty to do something for Alex.

Even if the price is being retaliated against by fans of other singers for cyberbullying, he is willing to do it.

Because Alex completely changed his life.

Shen Juan smiled too.

Hearing him recount these events on Douyin (TikTok) and hearing him tell them in person are indeed two completely different experiences.

Of course, everyone enjoyed it.

Although he never lived for the approval of others, he would not reject such empty honors.

Because it gives him a sense of satisfaction.

Only by gaining genuine support and recognition from everyone can one become a true idol and leader.

He has chosen to reconcile with his inner desires.

He admitted that he couldn't refuse these honors.

He's just a vulgar person who chases fame and fortune.

After the interview, it was already 9 p.m., time to start the weekly live stream as usual.

The process is still the same old one.

First, chat casually with the fans for a while, and then randomly select a few questions from the live chat to answer.

"Did Xue Zhiqian also do a live stream on Douyin yesterday? That must have been quite interesting; he's more eloquent than me."

"I really like GEM. I've listened to her new album 'Skyscraper Zoo,' and I think she'll become a new queen of pop! Please stop mentioning that person's name. I don't know any Chinese female singer named Jolin. Don't mention FIFA figures who have been blacklisted in the live stream; it's bad luck!"

"Have you been in contact with Taylor recently? Yes, we chat every now and then and share creative inspiration. She is very good at telling stories with lyrics. I can learn a lot from her about how to extend my career. As for whether we will collaborate, I can only say that anything is possible."

"Do you have any favorite R&B singers? In China, it's David Tao. To some extent, he can be considered a mentor to me at a certain stage of my life. And in the US, I actually quite like SZA. It's okay if you don't know her now, but she will make you remember her name in the future."

"What games have you been playing lately? I've found Civilization VI to be quite a time killer. Every time I start playing, it feels like half a day has passed in no time. Want to see my room where I keep my trophies? Maybe in a while. I've brought home so many trophies lately, I need to organize them properly."

"Yes, I don't live alone anymore, but I'll still cook. That way I'll feel a little more at ease eating. Are you interested in filming a vlog of me cooking in the kitchen? We'll see. If everyone really wants to see it, I'll film it and show it to everyone when the time is right."

"Who cooks better, me or Teacher Huang? Hahaha, of course it's Teacher Huang! How could it be me? In our Mushroom House, Teacher Huang is the best cook! If you don't believe me, you can ask Cheng He and Lu Han. They've also eaten Teacher Huang's cooking, so they should know whether I'm telling the truth or not."

"What's the deal with the stinky tofu incident? Hahaha, it really was just an accident. I really didn't know Teacher Huang was in the bathroom. I absolutely didn't mean to tease him. I wasn't laughing. I was just stretching my facial muscles. My fans should believe everything I say instead of questioning me."

"By the way, if nothing unexpected happens, the Mushroom House should have a new member this year. I can't say who it is yet, but you can look forward to it. Anyway, as far as I know, this new member is very hardworking and has a lot of energy! So I personally think it should be quite interesting, and I hope everyone will welcome her to join us."

(Sister Tian said she wasn't very happy. How could she be happy just because Shen Juan introduced her to the live stream audience in advance? That would be too easy to make her happy and too easy to coax! Of course, she didn't smile either. Just as Shen Juan said earlier, she was just exercising her facial muscles.)

Now let's get down to business.

He began promoting his new single.

Because of the special circumstances, Shen Juan didn't have time to shoot a music video, so Gonghe simply made a lyric version music video for this song.

So Shen Juan is now listening to the song while sharing the meaning behind each lyric. "I will indeed ignore the provocations of some people because they are insignificant, but if others, those who are truly influential and can incite public sentiment and create a negative atmosphere, make some controversial remarks about me, you should know how I will choose to do so."

"Charlie Puss got what he deserved, and so did Camila. I am not a bad person, much less an evil person. I never intended to destroy a singer's career, nor do I believe that public figures will never make mistakes, but punishment is necessary. Those who do wrong should be punished."

"Since she chose to use a secondary account to post some unfriendly comments about me, then of course I will retaliate."

As the only representative with international influence and reputation, Shen Juan can't be perfect in his performance.

Artists don't need to be as meticulous as government officials.

But the most important thing is not to back down or be weak!
Although he is not qualified to represent all his compatriots, in the eyes of foreigners, he already represents the face of China.

So there are some things he has to do.

He needs to set the tone and pave the way before he can consider more mature and appropriate ways of handling things.

"Is Chuanpu talking about me on Twitter again?"

Shen Juan frowned slightly: "What did he say?"

"Let me check my Twitter following list. RealDragon Boatman is my best friend. Nobody knows MJ better than me. Comparing him to that showy Chinese kid is disrespectful! He will never, ever be MJ! I mean, never!"

After reading Hakimi's speech, I put down my phone.

Shen Juan suddenly smiled with relief.

"Although Mr. Golden Hair Zongtong often makes some bizarre remarks that make people laugh, he is actually right this time. I will never become MJ, because I will become the first Shen Juan. Discussions about historical status depend on the outside world. I only compare myself with my past self."

"Can I see my following list? Of course, there's nothing secret here. Actually, I don't use Twitter much. Aside from work, I usually use this app to have friendly conversations with that blond guy. To be honest, I quite enjoy it. I wonder what he thinks."

And they really enjoyed it.

Many of the comments made by Jinmao are not offensive at all. They seem to be targeting Shen Juan, but they are actually trying to attract attention for himself. As long as Shen Juan is still around, he can gain a steady stream of support from Shen Juan's haters by standing on the opposite side of Shen Juan, and continuously obtain fresh exposure and traffic.

The game is all about skillful combat, where the opponent stops short of defeating you.

Shen Juan even felt that he was putting on a show with the golden retriever, thus achieving a unique kind of mutual benefit.

Of course, he wouldn't let his guard down.

After all, he's developing his business on someone else's turf, so he can't act as domineeringly as he does in the Chinese entertainment industry.

It was getting late at night.

Liu Haocun, who was forced to extend his winter vacation and stay in his hometown of Tonghua for leisure reasons, felt bored and restless with nothing to do.

Just then, Shen Juan and his new song suddenly appeared.

In addition, he goes live every week to meet with his fans.

So, considering herself a fan of Shen Juan (even haters are fans), she naturally clicked on Shen Juan's live stream immediately, began to carefully study his past experiences, collect information about him, and tried to find his weaknesses, and then further deny the connection between him and the subway god.

That way, when they meet again on the Qingdao film set in the future, she should be able to muster the courage to look Shen Juan in the eye without being timid.

As soon as the pre-set live broadcast reminder popped up, Liu Haocun quickly clicked into Shen Juan's live broadcast room.

Then I saw a face that was so handsome it made my heart flutter, even without makeup or hair, and without deliberately looking for good lighting.

Even she, a hater with a stereotypical view of Shen Juan, couldn't deny the beauty and greatness of his face!
Especially his outstanding eyebrows and eyes
She looks exactly like my idol!
"This is one of his key tactics for luring fans into becoming his fans." Liu Haocun sighed with mixed feelings, secretly thinking, "Luckily, I'm not a looks-obsessed person, and luckily, my willpower is strong enough! But... but why does such a handsome face have to be on him?"

What a waste! Heaven is unjust!

And since this guy has been staring at the screen for so long without saying a word since he started the live stream, he must be watching how his fans are praising him!
【I truly believe Juanjuan's face is a masterpiece!】

A few years ago, he had a pure, youthful charm that made you want to devour him whole. Now, he has a more alluring, slightly roguish quality, and with his consistent fitness regimen, he's incredibly sexy and exudes sensuality! Plus, he's surrounded by the spotlight of stardom, so his condition is absolutely stunning! He's definitely in the golden age of his life!

I don't understand how those people have the nerve to use Xiao Zhan and Wang Yibo to try and piggyback on Shen Juan's fame. Do they have a fetish for ugly people?

[She's not ugly, but there's a clear difference between her and Shen Juan; they're not on the same level.]

Because of his immense popularity and incredible talent, fans rarely mention his looks, but his face is actually one of the most handsome! All my male friends and older relatives think he's the best-looking. I became a fan because of his looks, only to find out how amazing his talent is too!

[He has the look I admire most! I don't even want to talk to people who don't get Shen Juan's looks anymore. They lack even the most basic aesthetic sense. Their genes are undoubtedly the lowest and worst, and I don't think they should be passed down through human history. Finally, just to clarify, I'm a man.]

Good-looking people often look alike, but very few resemble Shen Juan. He possesses a highly distinctive handsomeness; his muscular face and physique make him stand out among a crowd of people with pointed chins and slender legs, firmly capturing attention and becoming an irreplaceable Baroque pearl in people's hearts.

"Woman, you must be fascinated by me too, right?"

Liu Haocun inexplicably thought of that classic line from the greasy, domineering CEO, and even got goosebumps.

It is said that rice is cooked according to the steaming and boiling process.

Fans will reflect their idols.

Therefore, she felt that Shen Juan must also be an extremely narcissistic narcissist who would throw a tantrum if no one flattered him!
Then, Shen Juan began a brief chat.

Liu Haocun also began to offer targeted criticism.

Xue Zhiqian's sense of humor on variety shows is off the charts! Nobody wants to watch a pretentious show-off trying to be cool!

The biggest mistake of "Back to Field" was letting you take Liu Xianhua's place! Now there's no one to make people laugh!
Although I don't like Jolin Tsai's two-faced nature either, I still have to say, Shen Juan, you are the biggest bully!

Banning someone just like that
How can you play games like that?
Other people play games in a friendly, friendly way, but you seem to be aiming to determine both the winner and the loser, even to the point of life and death?
Taylor Swift, if you collaborate with Shen Juan again, my liking for your songs will probably drop by 25%!
So you like David Tao? No wonder your private life is so chaotic. Why don't you learn his PowerPoint skills too?

Celebrities like David Tao, who have committed adultery, should be banned! Otherwise, look how many young people he has influenced!

I'm not trying to find someone to take the blame for Shen Juan's scumbag behavior; I just feel sorry for such a handsome face.

Of course, I'm not saying I'm particularly fond of his face; my friends know I'm not a sucker for good looks.

I mean
If he possesses good moral character that aligns with my values, I might become his fan and like him.

but now?
I don't like people who are two-faced; they may have a pretty face but lack the inner qualities to match.

A room specifically for storing trophies?

This show-off is taking the opportunity to show off again!
Wow! You can even cook!
No wonder he's the king of fish farming in the world; he must have used his cooking skills to win over naive little girls quite a bit!

Wow! This person really has no shame!
They actually dared to try and take advantage of Huang Lei? They call themselves Chef Huang, don't they know he's famous for his delicious cooking?
Anyway, if I ever have the chance to be a guest on "Back to Field" in the future, I will definitely ask Teacher Huang to cook for me!
The food this scumbag cooks is so bad even a dog wouldn't want it!
Time passed quickly, and amidst Liu Haocun's continuous stream of cheerful rants, the live stream came to an end.

Shen Juan then had a live stream chat with friends he had contacted beforehand, such as Li Na and Justin Bieber.

They announced in advance that they would be collaborating again, using this opportunity to raise public awareness and anticipation for the new song.

Then he said goodbye to the audience and ended the live stream.

Finally off work!
Shen Juan stood up and stretched.

Although much promotional work still needs to be done.

Although these are just the three singles released by AS3 ahead of schedule, there is still a long time before the full album is officially released.

However, judging from the current data and development trend, "INDUSTRY BABY" has received fairly good reviews and word-of-mouth, and there is a high probability that it will successfully reach number one and become another Billboard number one single for him, further widening the gap between his achievements and those of other male singers!
Those once distant and even unrealistic lofty goals are gradually being transformed into tangible realities.

He is on the right track.

So in this situation, he really wanted to play Edison Chen's masterpiece of Chinese hip-hop, "Shuang".

Used to express his feelings at this moment.
Cool!
　Sorry, sorry, I was a bit busy at work today, and I only started coding after I got off work tonight.
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(End of this chapter)