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Chapter 265: Half the sky is red
"It seems I still have the upper hand!"

Qi Yuan silently turned off the flashlight on her phone, as if she hadn't been the one singing and shouting along.

He doesn't buy into the mainstream ideology; he believes that works of art should be judged on their merits, no matter how righteous or positive the theme may be, if the quality is poor, it's simply unacceptable.

To be honest, Qi Yuan was a little disappointed the moment Yu Wei's song title appeared. He was afraid that Yu Wei would give up his artistic pursuits and start to cater to the masses instead.

For musicians, this is tantamount to putting on a golden headband...

True art should be free and unrestrained, not a representative or mouthpiece. He didn't want Yu Wei to become like that.

But Yu Wei won him over with this song. It was not a compromise to cater to the masses, but rather a work with a very personal musical style.

Does praising the motherland necessarily mean pandering to the masses or gaining traffic through online marketing?
At least Yu Wei's song is different. Throughout the song, there is no praise or elevation, only the struggle and attachment of an individual in the torrent of the times.

This is a true expression of a child's heart, so how can it be considered pandering?
Upon closer examination, Yu Wei's works are actually quite diverse in style, covering many common musical themes on the market.

This song is actually just a musical work with a national theme, and it is not fundamentally different from other songs.

If you choose the right song for the right stage, how can you talk about using underhanded tactics?
While Yu Wei's song may seem to embody all the "off-stage" factors, he was actually the purest one in the final episode.

This song is themed around the nation, but it doesn't rely on mainstream patriotism; it takes the form of rock music, but it expands the boundaries of rock; it's warm throughout, but it doesn't play the emotional card at all...

The song's greatest strength lies in its fusion of the raw energy of rock, the rigor of national consciousness, and the infectious power of a heartwarming song.

True classics of our time are never a matter of choosing one over the other. In a sense, Yu Wei learned from the strengths of the other three programs to make up for his weaknesses.

As the final song, "I Love You, China" is absolutely worthy of the title. It uses the most genuine voice to sing out the heartbeats of the most people.

After realizing this, Lin Puyan and Meng Han were somewhat convinced, not in terms of musical talent, but in terms of artistic understanding.

As seasoned musicians, they believe their musical talent is second to none, but they can't match Yu Wei's quick wit.

To put it bluntly, Yu Wei is well-rounded and can demonstrate all his abilities, which is a great talent.

Not only in songwriting, but also in leading the team, leveraging the individual strengths of its members, and overall coordination, Yu Wei is better than them.

This kid might actually become a leader.

"That's nothing. During the show's recording, he also wrote dozens of chapters of a novel, caused several major incidents, and made it to the trending topics a few times..."

Whether it's the "Rare Characters" that was reposted by official media or the public opinion vortex involving Fei Hong and Zhou Mumu, Yu Weizai is the mastermind behind it all.

Upon realizing this, Lin Puyan and Meng Hanzhen felt relieved. This kid was born to create trouble; they definitely couldn't compare to him.

"This song has given me a lot of new ideas."

Compared to being outshone by Yu Wei today, what hurt Meng Han the most was actually the rock music scene. He prided himself on being half of the rock music world, but he had never actually tried such a bold approach before.

Retaining the tension of rock while softening the aggressiveness through the lyricism of the melody, this kid is a genius...

"I've also learned a lot of new things."

Lin Puyan echoed his sentiment, and the two of them remained completely silent about the competition. They knew nothing about any rivalry, conspiracy, or coordinated attacks.

But in any case, Yu Wei was the only winner tonight. After singing one song, he became incredibly popular.

It's not just about popularity, it's also about strategic vision.

Naturally flowing emotions are far stronger than deliberate ones. Once Yu Wei finished singing this song, he was finally in the right position, and no one could find fault with him in this regard anymore.

This behavior is actually very necessary. In the entertainment industry, the higher your position, the more you need to maintain the right attitude, otherwise you will be abandoned no matter how popular you are.

Given Yu Wei's current size, he must also take this seriously. He doesn't need to deliberately pander to others, but it is still necessary to express his attitude.

He also used this song to convey his true thoughts. He doesn't use fame to flaunt himself, but his heart is red.

Looking at the live stream data, which had far exceeded expectations, Cheng Xu was still somewhat smug, even though he was trying his best to control himself. This viewership rating had broken the platform's record, hadn't it...?

Meeting Yu Wei was definitely a blessing for him. The success of this program was inseparable from Yu Wei. Even until the finale, he continued to contribute to the program in his own way.

Music variety shows have become an important platform for spreading positive energy, and producers are paying more and more attention to conveying positive values.

However, this kind of thing can go too far. If they just keep preaching and singing revolutionary songs, then the nature of their music variety show will change, and it will be easily criticized.

Balancing art and positivity has always been Cheng Xu's biggest headache, especially at the end of the show, if it's still just minor squabbles and the situation can't be salvaged.

So he boldly changed the program format, intending to shift the focus from the individual to the group at the end.

Unexpectedly, Yu Wei delivered an even better performance, with an emotional sublimation from "self" to "greater self," perfectly echoing the program's theme.

Especially his song, which is positive yet unpretentious; only genuine emotions can touch people's hearts.

Just a few days ago, Cheng Xu thought Yu Wei was being a bit lax, but now, given the current situation, it wouldn't be an exaggeration to kowtow to him.

A song elevated their program to a new level at the end, completing the overall structure and serving as a perfect finishing touch, as if it were a complete creation.

On stage, the finale had arrived. After the host took his bow, all the celebrities and ordinary people went on stage together to interact with the camera and the audience.

This segment was not rehearsed beforehand, so everyone was in a mess, wandering around on stage as they pleased.

But this noisy and chaotic atmosphere is the essence of the finale, just like the happy ending of a movie or TV series, where everyone gets a chance to come out and have a look.

The live stream camera gradually shifted from eye-level to a wide-angle shot, then further and further away, until it became impossible to distinguish who was who on stage. Many longtime viewers of "Music Blind Box" only realized at this moment that yes, it was time to say goodbye…

"What are you looking at?"

Qi Luoan and Shen Yutong were fooling around for a while when Qi Luoan turned around and found Yu Wei staring blankly into space, eerily quiet.

Why did I suddenly become emo?
Indeed, this show must have been quite meaningful to him, so he naturally had many feelings at the end.

"I'm thinking about how to incorporate this passage into the novel." Yu Wei looked around and felt that the camera work and arrangement by the production team were very well done.

His novel, "Praise for Top Influencers," is almost finished, and he can use the current situation as material.

"Okay..."

You worried for nothing; this person's mind is full of novels, they don't have time for emo.

"Brother Yu, this is truly amazing, absolutely amazing!"

Meng Han was truly amazing this time. He managed to beat them in both music and off-stage aspects. This kid must be better than him now.

There's nothing wrong with admitting it; after spending a lot of time with Yu Wei, Meng Han felt that his competitive spirit had weakened considerably.

He remains eager to compete in high-quality music, but he has become more accepting of winning and losing, emphasizing the process.

Of course, that's because he failed to win...

At least he dared to admit it, which is much better than someone like Lin Puyan who would just disappear shamelessly after losing.

"Congratulations, Yu Wei, you're definitely the king of blind boxes."

Su Xinnan, who was standing nearby, also came over. Many music variety shows end with a grand finale, where a prestigious title is given at the end.

Their show is called "Music Blind Box," and the best performer should be called the King of Blind Boxes, right?

"Sister Nan, please don't make fun of me."

He's more like the King of Blind Boxes than the King of Blindness. He actually dares to claim that, since he can really play a blind man.

When the first episode was recorded, Yu Wei was still a newcomer in the industry. In just twelve episodes, he has transformed into someone that Meng Han and Su Xinnan have to take seriously.

The moment the show officially wrapped up filming, the three of them breathed a sigh of relief, knowing they wouldn't need to come to work anymore.

It's hard to say about others, but Su Xinnan is determined not to appear on music variety shows again. Being an outsider in this field is just asking for trouble, and she's driven crazy by it.

Yu Wei took this opportunity to talk to Meng Han about a cameo role in the movie. Meng Han readily agreed, without mentioning that his son owed a favor. Given their relationship, it wouldn't hurt for him to act in it.

Most of the singers of their generation have acted before, and they can handle most of the more ordinary roles.

After finishing their business, Yu Wei didn't linger. He immediately packed his things to go home. With his work done, it was time to focus on writing.

If he doesn't release a lot of new chapters, readers will think he can't keep writing...

"Mr. Li Bingwen praised you as the number one all-around lyricist, composer, and arranger in the Chinese entertainment industry. What do you think?"

Qi Luoan followed behind him and began reading out the positive reviews from netizens. Yu Wei's two songs tonight were really popular, attracting many veteran viewers.

Ordinary musicians are no longer qualified to comment on Yu Wei's work; they need to consider whether they are even qualified.

However, these veteran artists are still enough; they are the founders of the Chinese music scene, and their achievements are hard to surpass.

"Old Deng is flattering me to death! What did our uncle say?"

I didn't expect you to address me as my uncle Qi Luo'an right away. You changed your address so quickly. Not bad, not bad.

He said that patriotism is not an empty slogan, but a resonance of countless individuals, and your song is one of the best patriotic works of the new era.

These kinds of songs are very effective for older people, who love to talk about their country and their families. Yu Wei's song really resonates with them.

Although it may sound a bit exaggerated, there are really not many musical works of this kind. Works like "I Love You, China," which combine artistry and positive message, are bound to be popular. Things are valued for their rarity.

"Music critics say this song touches people's hearts, proving that rock music isn't just about resistance and rebellion; it can also build a soul!"

As they walked, Yu Wei realized something was wrong. She thought, "Just a couple of lines would have been enough. Why is she still chanting after me? If she keeps chanting like this, we'll be home..."

"Want to come to my house again?"

"Our family."

Qi Luoan followed suit and simply stopped acting. Ever since she spent the night at Yu Wei's house last time, she had felt a little uncomfortable being home alone.

"No."

Yu Wei refused outright. This person was too troublesome and kept trying to seduce her. He was just stirring things up because of her aunt, and he was acting like he was wearing resurrection armor and courting death.

"It doesn't matter what you say."

Qi Luo'an stubbornly continued to follow him; did he think he could lock himself out?
Seeing this, Yu Wei didn't know what to say. "Keep stirring things up, keep stirring things up. If you piss him off, he'll behave."

Fast forward to the point where half the sky is red...

(End of this chapter)