Huayu 2009: Who should we call the Heavenly King?

Before the 2010 Spring Festival Gala aired, the four hottest topics were Wang Fei's comeback, the Little Tigers' reunion, Liu Qian's magic trick, and Zhao Benshan's introduction of a new apprentice.

however.

After the Spring Festival Gala ended, the audience was greatly disappointed.

That evening, Uncle Benshan was met with a flood of negative reviews online.

Liu Qian's "penetrating glass" magic trick drew criticism from the audience, who said it was "too sloppy."

Less than ten minutes after his performance ended, a video titled "Foreign Magician Reveals the Secret of Coins Passing Through Glass," which had been uploaded online in 2008, quickly spread across the entire internet.

Wang Fei, who was highly anticipated, also did not receive unanimous praise.

If we had to choose, only the reunion of the Little Tigers would receive the most positive reviews.

Nostalgia and flashbacks always work.

The familiar melody instantly evoked countless memories of youth.

Shen Yan stayed with his parents, while his grandparents watched for a short while before leaving.

too busy.

Various New Year's greetings via text message and phone call.

Among them, Nazar even made a special phone call, her tone tinged with grievance and coquettishness, to lodge a stern protest.

He said he would go see her, but he never did.

Liar!

It wasn't until Shen Yan repeatedly promised to visit her after the New Year that the little girl was appeased.

Naza didn't go back to her hometown for the Spring Festival this year, as they don't place much importance on it there. However, her parents and sister went to Shanghai.

I had just hung up the phone with Naza when Brother Xu called.

"Happy New Year, Ayan! I'm sending you my New Year's greetings!"

"Brother Xu, Happy New Year."

"Haha, thanks for your kind words!" Cheng Xu said triumphantly, "Ayan, I have good news for you. The Taobao deal is settled."

"That's good news, congratulations."

"Guess how many they opened?" Cheng Xu deliberately kept everyone in suspense.

"How many?"

"5000 million!"

"5000 million?" Shen Yan was taken aback, somewhat surprised. "Brother Xu, isn't that valuation a bit low?"

Although Shen Yan wasn't particularly clear about the development of Taobao Girls, Xu Ge had mentioned some key data to him.

Today, Taoke Girl has signed more than 5000 models and serves more than 10,000 merchants.

Xu Ge and his team use a "Pinduoduo-style" user acquisition method, where they earn a commission for introducing a model or merchant to the platform.

Thanks to this explosive growth, Taobao Girls have expanded rapidly.

Models and businesses, just register!

What do you mean by "injecting water"?

Which internet company doesn't inflate its figures?

Just before the Lunar New Year, Taoke Girl's monthly orders exceeded 5000, with monthly revenue exceeding 300 million yuan.

To achieve this data in less than three months since its launch is nothing short of explosive!

Among them, the "waterfall" browsing mode that Shen Yan casually mentioned at the time provided considerable assistance.

He himself never imagined that something so commonplace in later generations would be a global first in 2010.

This novel browsing method has caught the eye of both merchants and users, attracting a large number of merchants to actively join the platform.

To paraphrase Xu Ge, the feeling was like choosing concubines when looking at models—it was exhilarating.

In addition, Cheng Xu's extensive experience in the model agency industry over the years, and the resources he has accumulated with models and photographers, have also played a crucial role.

"Haha, you guessed wrong, it's 5000 million for 20% equity!"

Cheng Xu laughed and revealed the answer, then changed the subject.

"I know you definitely won't accept shares as a gift, so I discussed it with your sister-in-law, and she's prepared a big present for you that will surely satisfy you."

What the hell!

5000 million for 20%?

Isn't that valued at 200 million?

Damn, less than three months after its launch, it's valued at 200 million?

Shen Yan really wanted to say, "Go ahead and give it to me. How do you know I don't want it if you don't give it to me?"

breathe!

breathe!

After taking two deep breaths, Shen Yan finally calmed down.

It's just a valuation of 200 million, isn't it?

The BTC he holds will be worth over two billion US dollars in the future. Moreover, he has already allocated nodes across dozens of addresses and made sure they are isolated.

As long as he doesn't withdraw and cash out all at once, no one can find out what's going on with him.

Right now, BTC is still very cheap and not getting enough attention. But if we wait a few more years until its value rises, even if he had a million chances, he wouldn't dare to do this.

As for the Taobao Girls, Shen Yan only talked about it from beginning to end.

He has no connections, no resources, and no technology. Even if he were to do it on his own, he wouldn't be able to succeed.

"Okay, stop teasing Xiao Yan."

At this moment, Sister-in-law Xu snatched the phone and said with a smile.

Happy New Year, Xiao Yan!

"I have something to tell you. One of my uncle's former subordinates works for the World Expo organizing committee. Recently, the Expo has been soliciting overseas promotional songs. Don't you know how to write English songs?"

"You write an English song later, and I'll recommend it to you."

???

Shen Yan was stunned for several seconds.

What the hell is going on here?

Although Sister-in-law Xu only said "recommendation" and didn't say it would definitely work out, Brother Xu said it was a great gift.

What kind of great gift is it to be shortlisted?

Moreover, he didn't seem to have heard of any World Expo overseas promotional songs in his previous life.

Radish pit?

Did this person come first, and then this song?

"Xiao Yan, don't overthink it. This isn't as difficult as you think."

Seeing that Shen Yan remained silent, Sister-in-law Xu explained.

"This is not the theme song for the World Expo. Actually, our family doesn't have that much influence. This is just an overseas promotional song, which will be promoted overseas through channels such as SMG and CCTV."

"Then it will also include a collection of World Expo songs."

"But you won't be included in the opening performance. What song to use and who will sing it has already been decided. I'm not afraid to admit it, but your sister-in-law doesn't have the ability to get you in."

There was one more thing she didn't say.

We absolutely have to get Shen Yan on the Spring Festival Gala next year, after all, it was Shen Yan who initially suggested the Taobao Girl idea.

She had heard from her brother that the "waterfall" idea was crucial.

The company is now worth 200 million, which is a huge sum for their small family.

The key is that it's clean, and it also makes you look good.

When she married Cheng Xu, there were quite a few people around her who opposed it.

So, she would feel embarrassed if she didn't do something.

Before this, she had considered many ways.

It just so happens that Shen Yan is currently embroiled in a sex scandal, which has affected his reputation.

After listening to the song that was released today, she went to find her uncle.

Although the overseas promotional song will not be the main focus in China, but rather overseas, it still has some official backing.

It is a form of implicit approval.

This is crucial.

"Thank you, sister-in-law."

After a while, Shen Yan came to his senses.

"I'll write the song as soon as possible and submit it in half a month."

"There's no need to rush. You can submit the manuscript before March. Take your time writing, there's no need to rush the deadline."

"it is good."

In fact, Shen Yan could submit his manuscript soon.

I've already downloaded "Blank Space," and while I'm at it, I've also downloaded "Welcome To New York" from the "1989" album.

A family should be together!

Moreover, New York and Shanghai have a similar vibe; both are international metropolises, just with the difference between "New York" and "Shanghai".

No other words need to be changed.

As for the issues of rhythm and rhyme, they are also simple.

Both New York and Shanghai are disyllabic words, and both are pronounced with a light initial tone followed by a heavy final tone, so their rhythms match.

The only thing that doesn't match is the rhyme.

This can be solved by trying different pronunciations, and the overall sound quality will not change much.

At last.

Some synthesizer materials that Shen Yan worked on late into the night in Hong Kong can also be used in "Welcome To Shanghai".

After ending the call with Brother Xu, Shen Yan thought for a moment and then sent a New Year's greeting text message to Cai Yinong, Li Guoli, Sister Xia, and the others.

As for the promotional song, he did not inform Cai Yinong.

What needs to be reported?

It's not too late to talk about it after things have settled down.

After finishing his New Year's greetings, Shen Yan was about to take a shower when a text message came in on his phone.

[Brother Yan, Happy New Year! This is Lin Gengxin, a newly signed artist at our company. I got your number from Sister K to wish you a Happy New Year. Brother Yan, your song is absolutely amazing! A role model for us all! Awesome!]

Ok?

Lin Gou?

Shen Yan glanced down at the time. Had this guy signed the contract ahead of time?

【Happy New Year】

Shen Yan replied casually and then ignored it. He had been staying up all night in Hong Kong and had hardly had a full night's sleep.

I'm not staying up late today.

sleep!