Starting with Super Girl, he began to train the Chinese entertainment industry.

Chapter 95: An Impulse to Call Him Godfather

Finding Zeng Yi is not difficult.

Shen Qing has already notified Zhang Lu of Taihe Wheat Field and asked him to make the contact.

Of the other two, Hsiao Ya-hsuan has more authority to speak, as she understands the current state of the music scene better than Shen Qing.

After thinking for a moment, Xiao Yaxuan recommended two people to Shen Qing—Jay Chou and Wilber Pan.

She said there are many rap musicians in China.

But in recent years, only those two have truly become famous; the others have fallen short.

Who is the most powerful?

Jay Chou is the first choice.

Jay Chou's rap doesn't focus on rapping, rhythm, or tempo. Unlike most rappers who use a fixed 8-beat flow, he emphasizes the organic combination of rap and music itself, creating a very rich auditory experience. His rap philosophy is groundbreaking and ahead of its time.

That is to say~
He says his purpose in rapping is to make it sound good, not to rap for the sake of rapping.

Unintentional and natural.

Conversely, some mediocre rappers sing ordinary lyrics and use ordinary melodies, forcing rhymes and rapping.

This is also why many people dislike rap and rappers.

I just think they're being too pretentious. They make a song that's not good to begin with sound so energetic.

But listening to Jay Chou's rap or Will Pan's rap, you basically won't feel awkward or disgusted.

For example, Jay Chou's five albums already released include rap songs such as "Indian Old Turtledove," "Wife," "Clock in the Opposite Direction," "The Little Blacksmith of Milan," "Ninja," "Nunchucks," "Chaotic Dance of Spring and Autumn," and "In the Name of the Father"...

Of course, this is only part of it.

The other poems not listed are also quite excellent.

Furthermore, Jay Chou's sixth album, "Still Fantasy," which will be released in September of this year, includes his rap masterpiece "The Seventh Chapter of the Night," as well as the widely popular "Listen to Mom" ​​and "Compendium of Materia Medica."

As for Pan Weibai...

He also has three popular duets that combine rap and R&B: "Can't Help Falling in Love," "Happy Worship," and "I Want to Understand You Better."

In particular, his duet with Angela Chang, "Happy Worship," showcased Pan Xiaoshuai's strong rapping skills.

In addition, his album "Reverse Earth," which will be released in June this year, also has a very strong title track, "Reverse Earth," which has a lot of fans.

……

Shen Qing: "Sister Xuan, Jay Chou and Wilber Pan are indeed amazing, but you want me to find them? Hahaha, you think too highly of me, I don't know them at all..."

When Xiao Yaxuan heard Shen Qing 'admit defeat', her expression showed obvious joy, happiness and excitement.

These past two days, she's felt inferior in front of Shen Qing, because Shen Qing completely surpasses her in both looks and ability...

The woman's admiration for the strong made her feel inferior.

Now I can finally find a little confidence. I thought to myself, "It feels so good to be needed by him. I have to show off my connections!"

Just got off the plane.

She then called Pan Xiaoshuai.

This guy is a true playboy.

Previously, he claimed on a TV show that his lips were "top-grade fatty beef," making kissing comfortable and enveloping, which girls loved.

When the call connected, he chuckled and said, "Hello, Elva, calling me so early because you miss me? I have a date today and can't see you."

Xiao Yaxuan: "What are you thinking about? Aren't you dating Selina? Be careful, or I'll tell her you're taking advantage of me."

Pan Xiaoshuai glanced at the D-cup model on the bed, covered his mouth, and asked in a low voice, "Just kidding, what's up? Want to go out for drinks?"

Xiao Yaxuan: "Let me introduce you to a musical prodigy."

Pan Xiaoshuai: "Who is it?"

Xiao Yaxuan: "Of course, it's the author of 'Moonlight'!"

Last year, Jane Zhang's rendition of "Moonlight" reached Taiwan. After listening to it, Will Pan was full of admiration. He then bought Jane Zhang's compilation album and listened to it all. He was both jealous and envious of Shen Qing.

Damn, how did you write that so well?!

A few days ago, Jane Zhang's new album's title track "In My Song" was charting on Taiwanese radio stations again. Will Pan also listened to it and gained a new appreciation for Shen Qing's songwriting abilities.

He really wanted to get to know such a musical prodigy.

He was quite anxious because his album "Reverse Earth," which he was going to release in June, didn't contain many songs that satisfied him.

As for next year's album, there's absolutely no way to get it.

It's important to understand that a hit song is a singer's lifeline. If a singer doesn't have any good works for several years and keeps relying on past successes, then they're not far from fading into obscurity.

Pan Weibo immediately jumped out of bed and said decisively, "Although I wasn't nominated for next month's annual music chart, I'll still shamelessly go to Shen Qing's place to ask for a song, hahaha. If the reporters ask, just say I'm accompanying Jay Chou..."

Xiao Yaxuan: "That's right, I wasn't shortlisted either."

After settling things off with Pan Xiaoshuai, Xiao Yaxuan called Jay Chou.

……

the other side.

Upon returning to Dragon TV, Long Danni reported the new plan to Chen Gang.

Subsequently, Chen Gang, along with Long Danni, reported to Deputy Director Liu Chunshan. The three talked for half an hour and finally approved Shen Qing's plan.

Liu Chunshan: "Shen Qing has a lot of ideas. Adjusting the competition system according to his plan has indeed raised the level and has a greater impact in the future. The subsequent competitions will follow this plan... By the way, how's the theme song coming along?"

Long Danni: "Director Liu, I was just about to report to you that Xiao Shen has already written two songs. Here are the lyrics."

Liu Chunshan read the lyrics and gave them a good review. But he didn't know if they were good or not...

Long Danni seized the opportunity to say, "Shen Qing just told me that he's having trouble choosing people; the singers he wants to invite are not easy to find."

Liu Chunshan frowned.

And what about the people that are hard to invite from our Dragon TV?
Tell me, let me see who it is!
Long Danni: "Jay Chou and Wilber Pan."

Liu Chunshan said calmly, "Chen Gang, is it that difficult to invite them?"

Chen Gang immediately replied with a smile, "Director Liu, it's just a matter of a word from you, no problem at all!"

Liu Chunshan nodded: "Have Xiao Shen record a demo and send it over first. If possible, have the public relations department contact Jay Chou and Wilber Pan."

After the meeting.

Long Danni couldn't wait a moment longer. Like a primary school student who had received an award and needed praise from her parents, she called Shen Qing: "Shen Qing, I have something to tell you, Director Liu, he..."

Hearing Long Danni's coquettish voice on the phone, Zhang Liangying cursed in annoyance, "An old cow trying to eat tender grass, how shameless!"

……

A few days later.

Shen Qing and Zhang Liangying spent all their time in the recording studio.

The two recorded songs almost from morning till night. Half of the remaining six songs for the new album have already been recorded, and they estimate that they will be able to finish recording them all in a few more days.

The speed was much faster than expected.

In addition, the 13 music videos planned by Shen Qing and directed by MV directors hired by Taihe Wheat Field have recently been completed, and they are just waiting for the songs to be recorded and made into CDs.

April 4st morning.

The three members of the GALA band stood nervously at the entrance of the recording studio.

Lead singer Su Duo: "Am I really not dreaming?"

Guitarist Wang Zi swallowed hard, looked at the recording studio sign, and said, "This can't be a dream, right? This really is the best recording studio in Beijing. Faye Wong and Sun Nan record songs here."

Bassist Xingxingmo: "Hopefully, a pie will fall into our laps."

yesterday.

When people from Taihe Wheat Field suddenly contacted them, Su Duo thought he was about to be signed by the company and excitedly drank several bottles of beer.

I only found out this morning when I met Zhang Lu...

It wasn't signing a contract, it was singing.

Su Duo was stunned. His nose tingled, and he even felt like crying. He had been in the industry for a year, and people had always said that his singing skills were poor...

Now, Taihe Wheatfield, one of the giants in Beijing's music scene, has actually asked him to sing?
Su Duo proudly raised her head: Could it be that my talent has finally been discovered!?

now,

The three men came outside the recording studio and stood there like lackeys.

Zhang Liangying saw them through the glass and was slightly surprised. How could Shen Qing have chosen these three unremarkable-looking people? I know, they must be really good singers!
When she followed Shen Qing outside, Su Duo and the other two were dumbfounded. "My God, it's Zhang Liangying? Then this young man is Shen Qing?"

Su Duo felt like he was about to take off.

Shen Qing actually invited me to sing?
Is he singing a song from Jane Zhang's new album?

So cool!
Our GALA is really going to take off, yay!
Shen Qing: "I've heard so much about you. Your rendition of 'Young For You' is very unique, I really like it..."

Su Duo: "Thank you so much, we are so flattered. We never expected to be invited to sing. Actually, my singing skills are just average, but I will try my best..."

Shen Qing: "What's the point of talking about singing skills? That's not important... This is exactly the style I want. Come on, let's start. Don't be afraid of cracking your voice; cracking your voice adds to the charm!"

Su Duo: ? ? ?
I want to cry~
I wasn't invited because of my singing ability, and Shen Qing even said that singing ability wasn't important, and even wanted me to sing off-key. Ugh, so frustrating...

Accept your fate!
Should we just go down this path to the bitter end?
It would be great if he could sing in his own unique style and become a one-of-a-kind artist in the Chinese music scene in the future.

Thinking this way, Su Duo felt a little better.

Studio.

Shen Qing played them the demo she and Zhang Liangying had recorded, and then began a live lesson, teaching them how to sing it line by line, and the key points they needed to pay attention to...

Meanwhile, Zhang Liangying sat to the side, playing with the harmonica she had just learned, thinking to herself, "You really can't judge a book by its cover. This Su Duo looks... and his singing is just average, but his voice is so unique. No wonder he's my superior, he has a discerning eye!"

Half an hour passed.

Su Duo has been completely won over by Shen Qing.

I had the urge to bow down and worship.

He finally understood why those civil and military officials in ancient times were so loyal to their lords! This "Chasing Dreams with a Pure Heart" is practically tailor-made for us GALA!

To show such high regard to someone you've never met before!
From this day forward, you, Shen Qing, are the godfather of GALA!

Su Duo's eyes were fervent and sincere.

Shen Qingju tightened her grip: "Well, why don't you practice first? I'll come back in half an hour to guide you on recording the song."

Su Duo nodded vigorously: "Okay, Yi... In a moment, we will familiarize ourselves with the song as soon as possible, and we will definitely live up to your expectations and record it well today!"

"Okay, relax, don't be nervous, believe in yourself... By the way, the 6th Pepsi Music Awards are being held the day after tomorrow. If you sing well, I can let you perform on stage."

GALA: "(⊙ω⊙)!"

After Shen Qing and Zhang Liangying left and arrived at the backstage lounge, Liangying was about to comment on her impressions of the three when she saw on the monitor that Su Duo and the other two were jumping around like monkeys.

Zhang Liangying laughed and asked, "Sir, are they born in the Year of the Monkey?"

(End of this chapter)