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Chapter 161 Don't let Yu Wei think you're strong

"Why is Xiaonan still singing this kind of song?"

When Su Xinnan sang a sweet song on stage, Chen Jinyi subconsciously sat up, feeling a sense of awe and respect...

Female stars have a short blooming period, and they tend to become aloof as they get older, something she understands all too well.

Su Xinnan is only a few years younger than her, yet she can still sing and dance on stage, which shows how good her mentality is. It feels like she's about to have a second spring in her life.

"Sister Nan is quite serious."

Qi Luo'an chimed in, not forgetting to add a compliment, "Mom, you're in such great shape, your singing is just as good as hers!"

Chen Jinyi gave her a disapproving look but didn't say anything. One called her "Mom" and the other called her "Sister," didn't that explain things?

This episode is destined to be remembered in the history of music variety shows, not only because of the epic battle between Yu Wei and Chen Ping, but also because of the outstanding performances of Su Xinnan and Meng Han.

If the side dishes are already this good, the main course is naturally even better. Viewers can already imagine the spectacular scene that follows.

Meng Han's metal rock style suddenly changed, and his first few bangs woke up Qi Yunming, who was lying on the sofa in a daze.

To be honest, this song sounds even more energetic live, but its effect is greatly diminished when played on a TV show, and Qi Luoan has the right to comment on this.

After much anticipation, Qi Yuan finally stepped onto the stage amidst the expectant gazes of the crowd, and everyone knew what this meant.

At the time, no one in the audience knew what song he was going to sing, so the reaction was very lukewarm. But in front of the screen, many of Chen Ping's old fans were already feeling nostalgic.

Although the song "Even If It's Ordinary" has a slightly dated feel, it's still of high quality. Qi Yuan's opening lines immediately captivated the audience; it's just the right style.

Many people initially thought that Chen Ping lost because the singer didn't perform well, but Qi Yuan's performance was outstanding, even reminding them of their old friend.

That familiar feeling was like the gates of memory slowly opening, and the eyes of many listeners over the age of thirty-five in front of the screen lit up instantly.

The better Qi Yuan performed, the more bewildered they became. How could they lose after singing like that? Just what kind of monster is Yu Wei?

"Yuanyuan has made great progress."

Even knowing that her son had lost, Chen Jinyi was still proud of him. People should compare themselves to their past selves, not to others.

Qi Yuan closed his eyes. His control over his breath was perfect, clearly indicating that he had practiced specifically for this song.

He handled each note transition smoothly, and the emotional outburst in the chorus was like a torrent, yet it was precisely controlled within the bounds of technical perfection.

Seeing this, those who said Qi Yuan was dragging the team down couldn't bring themselves to make any more sarcastic remarks.

Does this mean that winning or losing really has nothing to do with the performance, but is simply because the song quality is inferior to the other person's?

Impossible, absolutely impossible, that's Chen...

Just as they were finishing their psychological comforting, a loud suona horn rang out, and the amateur guest's timely assistance added a lot to the song.

This is an artistic addition that makes the performance even more exciting. If Qi Yuan's performance in the earlier parts didn't drag the show down, then in this part, his performance is a bonus.

Technically, the performance was nearly flawless.

After watching Qi Yuan's performance, everyone was completely bewildered. They initially thought that Chen Ping's loss to Yu Wei was an exaggeration, but now it's clear that the facts were downplayed.

What do you mean Chen Ping lost? This is a two-on-one loss, and he still lost even with bonus points. How can you explain that?

Qi Yunming had already sat up from the sofa. He was very satisfied with his son's performance and also quite liked Lao Chen's song.

If he were to rate the performance, it would definitely be above 90 points. If Yu Wei could turn the tide under such circumstances, then there would be no doubt about his performance, and he truly deserved the honor.

He had to sit up and watch this.

"If he saw Yuanyuan's performance, he would probably be very satisfied."

Chen Jinyi sighed, feeling a mix of emotions she couldn't quite describe. It had nothing to do with winning or losing; it was a feeling that transcended time.

Those who truly like Chen Ping will feel moved and gratified to hear his songs again after so many years.

It's like meeting a friend you haven't seen for years; they don't care about winning or losing the game. After all, being able to hear the song is already a great blessing.

Are those netizens who constantly use Chen Ping to belittle other singers really Chen Ping fans?

Not necessarily. Many people just see Chen Ping as a tool for online debates, and there's a high percentage of mindless hype and uncritical fans.

This is what champion fans are like.

The most difficult part of this confrontation is not defeating Chen Ping's work, but defeating the invincible ideology in everyone's mind...

Even though Chen Jinyi had ample reason to stand against Yu Wei, she was still wondering whether Yu Wei could actually do it.

The audience's reactions to Chen Ping's song varied significantly. Those over 35 were completely immersed in it, some listening intently while others closed their eyes to savor it.

While the younger audience applauded, it was more out of respect for the technique and admiration for the veteran artists than out of emotional resonance.

As Yu Wei walked to the center of the stage, the entire performance space began to transform. For the first time, the production team retained the transition between performances, creating a clear interval between the two actors' performances.

This is certainly not them padding the runtime or trying to create anticipation; they are simply doing this to let everyone personally feel that a new era is about to begin!

The moment the performance officially began, everyone unconsciously took a deep breath. Contrary to their expectations, Yu Wei did not open his mouth to amaze the audience, but instead handed over the important task of opening the show to Liu Wang.

The hoarse male voice, with its strange penetrating power, successfully opened the door to a new world for everyone.

This is exactly the effect Yu Wei wanted. Liu Wang's singing carries the roughness of time, like an old friend telling you those unbearable past events.

The song of the ordinary begins with a truly ordinary person, which is far more moving than his professionalism.

Yu Wei's sudden idea before the show started had an unexpected and wonderful effect after the program aired.

Knowing the outcome of the competition beforehand, many people are curious about the quality of this song, so they inevitably listen to it with a critical eye.

Once you start "appreciating" music, it's hard to get fully involved. But Yu Wei's decision to let Liu Wang sing first surprised the audience and made them unconsciously immerse themselves in the song.

When he sang "Boiling, restless, where are you going?", Yu Wei's singing skills began to show. Each of his ending notes was handled with great flexibility, neither too harsh nor hollow, perfectly supporting the gradually rising emotions.

The last line before the chorus, "Mysterious, silent, are you really listening to the story?" was sung by him so softly, almost in a breath, that it made everyone involuntarily hold their breath.

In this situation, the chorus arrives with the force of a tsunami, and Yu Wei suddenly stands up, his strumming intensity suddenly increasing!
I have crossed mountains and seas
Also through crowds of people

Everything I once possessed

In the blink of an eye, it all vanished like smoke!

His singing burst forth like a long-accumulated flood breaking through a dam. His technique was impeccable, and more importantly, Liu Wang's rough voice added a layer of depth to his performance.

Many viewers in front of the screen were startled by the sudden shout.

Before they could even react, the phrase "Ordinary is the only answer" successfully brought their emotions to a close.

"No wonder."

Qi Yunming's three simple words defined Yu Wei's song perfectly. No wonder he won; even with just those few words, it would have been difficult for him to lose.

At first glance, it evokes the sting and resonance of shattered ideals, but in reality, it's a reflection on the disillusionment of idealism. This almost plain and descriptive emotional expression is indeed very easy to strike a chord with people.

He had actually read some online discussions about the competition. Many people brought up the era, saying that all the works were good, but Yu Wei's songs were more suitable for this era.

But in Qi Yunming's eyes, it has nothing to do with the times. Chen Ping's song just can't compare to "The Ordinary Road." This song would have won back then.

The most distinctive feature of this song is its lack of affectation. Stripped of sentimental embellishments, it uses an almost monologue-like performance to make the listener feel as if they are hearing their own sighs in the dead of night.

This unpretentious realism is precisely what Chen Ping's song lacks.

To put it simply, when you use flowery language to embellish the ordinary, it's still not ordinary enough. True ordinariness is something that leaps off the page...

Although Qi Yunming is a lazy person, he is always meticulous in evaluating works; good is good, and bad is bad.

Even if the old man jumped out of his grave and came looking for him at night, he would still have to tell the truth.

You've already lost, and any outdated statements are just attempts to save face for you!

The average viewer might not understand these things, but they definitely felt that "The Ordinary Road" was more moving, especially if they didn't know the singer and voted blindly...

They seemed to understand the audience's choice.

The song's unadorned sincerity is the reason it's loved by so many, not by any particular era.

Yu Wei didn't win because of favorable timing or location; he simply won because of the right people. That's what truly makes him deserving of the title.

Once this is understood, the outcome of the match is no longer in doubt. Qi Yunming believes that everyone will make a choice from the bottom of their hearts.

On stage, Yu Wei's singing continued. This time, his performance perfectly matched the aesthetics of realism, with technique completely serving emotion.

Some people commented that this song is "all emotion and no technique," but this was quickly refuted. Yu Wei's song should be described as "using advanced technique to support extreme emotion."

"Just keep moving forward, no matter what you've been given."

Just keep moving forward, even if something is taken away from you.

Just keep moving forward, even if you miss something.

This seemingly simple repetitive phrase was interpreted by Yu Wei with layers of progressive philosophical meaning. With each line of "walk forward," his pitch rose by half a step, just like the life journey of climbing step by step.

Even after the song ended, everyone was still in a daze and didn't have time to judge who was better; all they wanted to do was listen to it again.

During the recording of the program, Qi Yuan's crying during the listening session actually played a decisive role, because it simply provided everyone with a standard for judgment.

Since the audience cannot share their feelings about the songs, they don't know if their personal opinions are correct. At this time, they need a reference to draw a conclusion.

However, after the main episode aired, people had room to discuss the song, so this segment was just an outlet for emotions and had nothing to do with the competition results.

Once you start talking to people, you'll find that the vast majority of them prefer "The Ordinary Road" because it's not pretentious at all.

Even if they were there, they would only make the same choice.

"Comrade Chen, are you convinced?"

Seeing that his mother looked somewhat lost after listening to the song, Qi Luoan comforted her in a joking tone.

"You ask me? I am the greatest filial son in the world."

This is beyond reproach; this son is truly a filial son.

“Maybe…” Chen Jinyi let out a long breath, seemingly still struggling with her own thoughts, “You are right.”

Qi Luoan didn't show any joy upon hearing this; she simply hugged her mother's neck and acted coquettishly. She knew how much rationality it took to say those words.

Some netizens posted an online poll on Weibo, similar to the "likes" for Yu Wei's "Top Idol" poll. Although the number of participants was not very large, the results can still represent public opinion to some extent.

Soon, the competition results were released. With 20,000 participants, Yu Wei's "The Ordinary Road" won with an absolute lead, a vote of 68% to 32%.

This is far more convincing than the votes of 300 people on the show. Thus, witnessed by netizens, Yu Weicai has truly won.

"Has anyone noticed that Yu Wei always goes all out when fighting two opponents?"

An interesting comment quickly attracted everyone's attention. It's true, every time Yu Wei competes with someone, he gets extremely anxious. Although he always wins in the end, it always feels like they are evenly matched.

When he's fighting two opponents, it's a different story. Whether it's singing or playing the piano, he always goes all out.
What kind of strategy is it, having a special attack against two opponents at once?
"He might feel pressured fighting two opponents at once, and he might not be careful enough."

This kid can hold his own against someone in a one-on-one fight, but when it comes to fighting two people at once, he doesn't even bother to pretend anymore...

After some discussion, netizens came to an interesting conclusion.

Never let Yu Wei think you're strong. If you act weak, he'll let you have your way. But if you seem strong, he'll beat you to a pulp.

(End of this chapter)