Huayu 2002, I'm going to dominate the music scene!

After hearing Song Mo's words, Xu Yuan wanted to say something more.

Bi Xiaoshi spoke up: "Xiao Song, can you really come up with another song that's similar to those three?" He stared at Song Mo very seriously.

Song Mo smiled and said, "I will give you a rock demo within three days, and you can listen to it then."

Bi Xiaoshi nodded and said excitedly, "Brush, ink, paper, and inkstone—the eighteen kinds of martial arts—this album concept is indeed excellent. It can also accommodate so many styles. Let's give it a try."

Xu Yuan sighed. Of course he knew that this album concept could accommodate such a wide range.

However, this kind of format is really rare in the music scene.

Song Mo's wildly imaginative idea was far too audacious.

He leaned back in his chair, looking at Song Mo's young face, and suddenly felt a little dazed.

He recalled that when he first entered the industry, he had met many talented young people.

But I've never seen anyone like Song Mo who can talk about an entire album and span four or five different styles, with an air of "I'm sure I can do it."

He didn't know whether he should believe it or not, but he knew one thing.

If Song Mo can really do that, then this album will be more than just good.

That would be a bombshell for the entire Chinese music scene.

Song Mo himself was well aware that the album's scope was too broad, which actually posed a significant risk.

Because listeners often buy an album because they want to listen to the same type of songs.

If you create four or five different styles now, and someone doesn't like one of them, they'll definitely complain.

Song Mo couldn't guarantee that everyone would like the songs he released.

However, the songs he prepares have all been tested by listeners, which means there will always be people who like them.

If these songs were so popular in his previous life, he believed that people would still like them no matter what kind of album packaging they were released in.

A good song is a good song; it won't become garbage just because of different packaging.

Bi Xiaoshi chatted with Song Mo for a few more minutes, then had someone take him to see the recording studio and his office.

After Song Mo left, Xu Yuan couldn't help but say to Bi Xiaoshi, "Are you just going to let him get away with this? This is his debut album, wouldn't it be better to be more cautious?"

Bi Xiaoshi remained calm and waited for Xu Yuan to finish speaking before explaining, "You know that Ocean Butterflies headquarters won't be providing any assistance with Xiao Song's album this time. Ocean Butterflies Beijing is just starting out; do you really think we can acquire any good songs?"

Hearing Bi Xiaoshi's words, Xu Yuan's heart sank, but he still said, "Old Lin said that, but do you think he'll refuse if we really go there?"

"Those were the ones JJ Lin didn't pick," Bi Xiaoshi analyzed unhurriedly. "Although we're all Ocean Butterflies, 'favorite sons' are ultimately different."

Xu Yuan sighed. He certainly understood what Bi Xiaoshi meant.

JJ Lin and Song Mo are two different talents: one is a newcomer strongly promoted by Ocean Butterflies headquarters, and the other is a newcomer selected by Ocean Butterflies Yanjing.

Both are male singers and follow the pop music route, so competition is inevitable.

Asking Song Mo to pick up the songs that JJ Lin had left over is not a good thing for Song Mo.

"But we can't just let him do whatever he wants," Xu Yuan said, still unwilling to give up. "Four or five styles, that album is too chaotic. Besides, do you really believe he can write it?"

"Why did we even consider signing him in the first place?" Bi Xiaoshi looked at him and asked rhetorically, "Wasn't it just those three demos in different styles?"

Xu Yuan didn't say anything.

Bi Xiaoshi continued, "If he can produce a rock song that satisfies me in three days, then I'm willing to trust him again."

Xu Yuan looked at him, remained silent for a moment, and then nodded.

On the other hand, Song Mo was quite satisfied after touring the recording studio.

The equipment was all complete, and he guessed it was set up according to the headquarters' standards.

This configuration was quite good for mainland China in the early 2000s, which is one of the advantages of being backed by a large company.

His office was at the end of the corridor; it wasn't large, but it had everything he needed.

A table, a chair, a piano against the wall, and a guitar hanging on the wall, similar to the one he used at Hard Rock.

In the corner, there was a small sofa and a coffee table, with several copies of "Contemporary Music Scene" and "Music Paradise" on the coffee table.

Song Mo took down the guitar, sat down on the sofa, his mind still replaying the conversation, while his fingers unconsciously strummed the strings.

He could actually understand Xu Yuan's concerns. For a newcomer to have their debut album span four or five different styles would seem ridiculous to anyone.

But he is no ordinary newcomer; his mind contains the essence of the Chinese music scene for the next twenty years.

As for the rock music I just mentioned.

After thinking about it, he decided to bring out "Runaway".

This was originally a song by Zheng Jun, with a strong folk-rock flavor and a road music atmosphere.

Most importantly, this song isn't like those melancholic underground rock songs. The melody is catchy, and you can hum along as soon as the chorus starts.

These days, mainland rock music is going underground, and the performers on stage all have bitter faces, as if they want to write the word "anger" on their foreheads.

Their lyrics are very profound, but it's all for nothing if the audience doesn't appreciate them.

But "Run Away" is different. It has the energy of rock, but it sings about young people wanting to escape, wanting freedom, and wanting to run away with the person they love.

This is so romantic, it'll never go out of style.

Furthermore, the guitar arrangement in the intro of this song is very classic, combining the power of rock with the mellowness of pop music, making it perfect for a large chorus.

Most importantly, this song is touching.

He was reminiscing about "Runaway," and had only played two sections when there was a knock on the door.

"Please come in." Song Mo was also a little curious; he had just sat down when someone came in.

The door opened, and a round face with big eyes peeked in.

"Senior sister, come in and sit down." Song Mo quickly invited her in.

"I heard you came to the company, so I came to check on you."

Jinsha practiced vocal music near the company today, and after finishing her class, she came to the company for a stroll.

As soon as she arrived, the receptionist told her that Song Mo had come to the company, and she had come over to say hello.

Unexpectedly, upon arriving, she heard guitar music coming from inside the room. The melody was unfamiliar; it wasn't any song she had ever heard before.

"You just arrived today, sit here." Song Mo brought her a chair.

Jinsha sat down with a smile, but her eyes remained fixed on the guitar in his hand.

"Are you writing a new song?" she asked.

"Mm." Song Mo nodded.

Jinsha nodded secretly. It was indeed a new song; no wonder she hadn't heard it before.

"You're amazing! That melody I just heard was really nice."

Song Mo glanced at her, smiled, and said, "Then, Senior Sister, I'll play it again, and you can listen to it."

He hadn't even read out the lyrics to the song yet; he had just tried playing the melody and was getting a feel for it when Jinsha arrived.

Jinsha happily said, "Okay, that's exactly what I wanted to hear."

Song Mo picked up his guitar, and the atmosphere in the room changed as soon as the first few chords of the intro came out.

The melody wasn't heavy, but it was powerful and exceptionally smooth.

Jinsha sat on the sofa, initially maintaining a composed demeanor, but gradually relaxed as she listened.

She didn't know much about rock music, but the melody made her feel like something was stirring inside her.

She could hum along to the repeated melody in the chorus after only hearing it once.

After playing the last note, Song Mo put the guitar down.

"How is it?" he asked.

Jinsha snapped out of her daze, her eyes shining: "It's really beautiful. I liked the melody after just one listen."

Song Mo smiled and nodded. The melody of the song was very clear and not noisy, making it a very pleasant song to listen to.