Huayu 1995

Chapter 315 "Song of Heroes" (Seeking guaranteed monthly votes)
The first prize was awarded to the Oriental Newcomer.

Su Chao also won an award.

But he didn't really feel any joy.

This is an award to encourage newcomers; the winners could stand in a whole row at the front.

Besides Su Chao, there are also Zhen Ling, Fang Yuan, Li Quan, Dai Jun, and the Firebird trio...

The only person Su Chao knew was Dai Jun, who had sung "A Lian"—he had also sung in Casablanca. Su Chao didn't know any of the others.

Therefore, there's really nothing to be excited about in an award like the Oriental Newcomer Award.

Let’s just say it’s better than nothing.

Then it was quickly time for Su Chao to sing.

The Best Music Video award went to Lao Lang's "Love in the Dust".

In fact, Su Chao thinks his music video is better; the storyline, visuals, and camera work are all far superior.

Unfortunately, this is an awards ceremony.

Even if the awards weren't divided up like in later generations, there was no reason to bundle all the awards together and give them to Su Chao.

The third Best Composer award was, unsurprisingly, given to Su Chao.

Su Chao won the Best Composition Award for "The Moon Caused the Trouble".

However, Su Chao was not awarded the Best Lyricist award.

The person receiving the award was named Luo Bing.

There's not much of a shady business going on here. His representative works include "Your Tenderness I Will Never Understand" and "Water Town in Dreams," and he's a very talented creator.

After the awards were presented, it was finally Su Chao's turn to perform.

He sang a song called "Sudden Self".

What makes his albums so great is that every song can be a hit, and "Sudden Self" is no exception.

This song is the theme song of the movie "Sanda". It was composed, arranged and produced by Wu Bai, and the lyrics were co-written by Tsui Hark and Wu Bai.

It was originally sung by Huang Xiaohu, and later became popular after being sung by Wu Bai.

Wu Bai often reclaims songs he wrote for others to sing, takes them back and sings them himself, and his renditions are just as good as the original singers'.

When Su Chao met Wu Bai in Taiwan, he got his hands on this song, which he liked quite a bit, so he put it on his second album.

"The sky you gaze at in the distance / is adorned with more rainbows..."

Upon first listen, the listener may find the song clumsy and slow, filled with bitter self-deprecation; but after repeated listens, the listener seems to see a drunkard with a slightly flushed face, sweat and tears mixed together after a few rounds of drinks.

After sobering up, I felt carefree and clear-headed!
Although Su Chao is young, he clearly conveyed a sense of vicissitude in his singing.

He has a clear and detached view of nature, life, society, fame, fortune, and love. Even though there is some helplessness in his views, they are still uplifting and bring peace and tranquility to people's hearts.

Music critics' reviews of Su Chao's album do not focus on "Too Softhearted".

The popularity of "Too Softhearted" is inexplicable.

There's no way to analyze it.

It is generally believed that "Too Softhearted" is only of average quality among Su Chao's second album.

The songs that truly showcase Su Chao's singing skills are "Sudden Self" and "Faith".

The emotion he conveyed in singing "Faith" was so genuine, as if he had truly experienced heartbreak.

With just this one song, he could crown himself a prince of love songs.

The song ended.

Su Chao returned to his seat.

"How did I sing?"

Su Chao turned to ask Lin Zhimeng.

Lin Zhimeng turned to look at him and praised him, "You've made a lot of progress since then."

Yesterday, Su Chao received 50 advanced singing skill experience points from Zhang Yusheng, so his singing skills naturally improved significantly.

As Su Chao's vocal coach, Lin Zhimeng could clearly notice this change.

At first, she was puzzled by Su Chao's rapidly improving singing skills, but after encountering it many times, she became numb and used to it.

It's probably like that sudden enlightenment in martial arts novels.

While others might never have an epiphany in their entire lives, Su Chao seems to have epiphanies all the time, even while eating or taking a dump.

"It's all thanks to your excellent teaching."

Su Chao leaned closer to her ear and whispered his thanks.

"It's all thanks to your own hard work."

Lin Zhimeng didn't want to take credit; it wasn't like she hadn't taught other students.

Even Tian Zhen, who was sitting on the other side of Su Chao, had taken vocal lessons with her for several months.

No one has improved as quickly as Su Chao.

This is just livestock.

"After I go back this time, I plan to thank you properly. Actually, I am also a person who respects teachers."

Su Chao looked serious. "Okay, how are you going to thank me?"

Lin Zhimeng had no idea what this guy was up to this time, so she could only cooperate helplessly.

"I plan to repay your kindness with my body. Let's find an auspicious day to get things done after we get back this time."

Su Chao tilted his head and made some witty remarks with a serious expression.

Go back to washing your sheets!

Lin Zhimeng sighed, realizing she still couldn't give him too many nice looks.

"Shh, there are so many people here, why are you shouting? The whole country will know I'm washing bed sheets."

Su Chao lowered his voice.

Lin Zhimeng didn't want to talk to him anymore. She clenched her fists so tightly that her nails almost dug into her flesh.

Clearly, she wasn't as nonchalant as she appeared.

Boyfriend and girlfriend...

It seems reasonable to do that kind of thing, right?

right?

The singer on stage was singing in a sticky, muggy way:

Even though you used pretense to take away my true heart, I still can't forget you. I keep asking myself why I can't let go of you, yet can't continue our relationship...

The final award, Most Popular Male Singer, was unsurprisingly given to Su Chao.

If this award were given to someone else, I doubt anyone would have the face to accept it.

In less than a month, Su Chao's album sales have exceeded one million, and radio stations are playing songs from his album all day long.

Many audio equipment stores have restocked multiple times, but the demand still exceeds the supply.

Even pirated copies are out of stock.

In the music scene of 1996, Su Chaonian was undoubtedly the best; no one could rival him.

If you surpass him to win the Most Popular Male Singer award this year, wouldn't that be like deliberately nailing yourself to the pillar of shame?
Even Liu Huan is afraid of getting covered in feces.

He placed the trophy in Su Chao's hand, then grabbed Su Chao's hand and raised it high, shouting the slogan "A miracle in the music industry."

Ouch, don't grab my hand.

Since that's the case, don't blame me for not being able to control myself!

Su Chao casually bought two songs from Liu Huan.

"Heroes' Song" and "Starting Over"!
It cost a total of 130,000.

The other item is singing ability attribute points, which are too expensive for me to afford.

It goes without saying how awesome "Heroes' Song" is.

Next year, when those people film "Water Margin," without our song, the TV series will be much less impressive.

"Starting Over" is quite significant for Zheng Zhi.

The piece won the 7th "Five-One Project" Award from the Publicity Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China in 1999.

At that time, CCTV produced a series of public service advertisements on the theme of re-employment for laid-off workers, encouraging them to build confidence and actively seek new job opportunities.

This song is the theme song for a public service advertisement.

However, it's 1996 now, so bringing this up now has nothing to do with public service announcements.

There's nothing wrong with the song itself.

Even if the laid-off workers hate him, they won't hate Su Chao.

This is just an ordinary inspirational song.

Therefore, Su Chao bought the song without hesitation.

As for whether Liu Huan will be given the opportunity to sing later, we'll see.

Su Chao himself is not incapable of singing.

After this award was presented, the event came to a close.

All the award winners went on stage to shake hands and take photos with the leaders who came to the scene.

Su Chao was no exception.

Su Chao was even able to see Zheng Zhi's experience points from some people.

Su Chao didn't know whether he should take this thing or not.

But when he sees something that's particularly cheap, he can't resist.

After a shopping spree that cost less than 200,000 yuan, Zheng Zhi's experience bar instantly leveled up to intermediate. It's like the feeling of "I don't want to be an official, but the yellow robe is always draped over my shoulders."

Of course, Su Chao didn't let Mao Amin off the hook either.

He got the song "Longing" that he wanted from Mao Amin, along with 7 points of master-level singing experience.

It cost a total of 440,000.

Su Chao's singing experience bar has finally reached the advanced level.

(End of this chapter)