Huayu96: My Thirty Years of a Prodigal Son

But given Na Ying's temperament, especially her temperament when she was young, even if she knew she was wrong, she wouldn't admit it.

Stubborn to the end is her consistent style.

Mao Amin, on the other hand, looked at Qin Sheng with a kind and gentle expression.

"Ah Sheng, I'll call you Ah Sheng."

"Let's get serious. How do you plan to sell this song? Have you considered it?"

At this moment, Liu Huan chimed in, "By the way, Asheng, we haven't discussed the copyright of 'Heroes' Song' yet."

The production team only signed a contract with you for the right to use the TV series.

But I definitely want to buy the full rights; I just don't know what your considerations are.

Qin Sheng didn't rush to answer.

I picked up my beer and took a sip, and my mind started racing.

Having spent so many years in the entertainment industry in his previous life, he knew all too well the value of copyright.

Moreover, it's practically a certainty that "Heroes' Song" and "Longing" will become huge hits.

Therefore, I definitely want to sign a revenue-sharing contract, and the more revenue I get, the better.

In this way, these two songs can generate a steady stream of revenue.

The problem is that I'm still a newcomer to the industry.

Whether it's singing or songwriting.

If these two songs are priced too high, it will inevitably leave a bad impression on the three big shots.

Even if you are proven right afterward, it doesn't matter.

So how to sell this copyright is really a troublesome matter.

If you ask for too much, the other party will be unhappy.

If the price is too low, it won't suit me.

After pondering for a moment, Qin Sheng finally had an idea.

I have a lot of resources in the music industry.

This trip to Beijing was also partly to test my connections and see if I could get into the industry.

The three people I know now—or rather, the two big shots—both greatly admire me.

Why not use copyright revenue sharing to exchange for an opportunity to have them bring you into the industry?

After thinking it through, Qin Sheng said, "Brother Huan, Sister Amin, money doesn't really matter."

I can give you both of these songs for free.

Mao Amin also laughed, interrupting Qin Sheng:

"Ah Sheng, there's no need to be so tactful. We're all respected seniors; how could we possibly take advantage of you?"

After a moment's thought, Mao Amin said, "How about this? For the base fee, I'll give you 5000 for this song, and then we'll split it. Including the lyrics and music copyright, I'll give you a total of ten percent. How about that?"

Na Ying glanced at Mao Amin with surprise.

Ten percent – ​​that's a level that only the most promising young talents in the industry can achieve.

Isn't it a bit too generous of you to be so generous to a completely new and inexperienced person like her?

However, after glancing at Mao Amin, who was looking at Qin Sheng with obvious admiration, Na Ying understood what was going on.

This big sister is acting all chivalrous again.

Mao Amin is able to become a big sister in the industry because of her loyalty!

After Mao Amin finished explaining his terms, Liu Huan followed up with a smile.

"Ten percent is good, I'll quote that price too."

After hearing the two bigwigs' quotes, Qin Sheng felt a surge of emotion.

These two are quite considerate of me.

but!

I haven't finished speaking yet!

With a smile and a wave of his hand, Qin Sheng said, "You two have misunderstood."

What I mean is, the song is free, but I want to trade it for something else.

Before Qin Sheng could finish speaking, Liu Huan shook his head and said to Qin Sheng earnestly:

Nothing beats a 10% commission!

Ah Sheng, you probably don't understand what a 10% split means.

To put it bluntly, if these two songs sell well, a 10% cut is enough for you to buy a house in Beijing within a year.

Liu Huan thought his example would bring Qin Sheng to his senses.

But Qin Sheng still smiled and shook his head.

"Brother Huan, Sister Amin, why don't you listen to what I want to change to first?"

"Alright, then tell me, what conditions do you want to change?" Liu Huan asked.

Qin Sheng smiled shyly, "I would like to ask you two to help me release two songs. Of course, I will be the one to produce the songs."

Liu Huan immediately laughed.

"Hey, what kind of conditions are these? Why don't you just sign with Sony too?"

"With your talent, once you sign the contract, they'll definitely arrange for you to release an album very soon."

Sony Music in 1996 was incredibly powerful.

At this time, they were carrying a large sum of cash and came to the mainland to expand their territory.

They signed a large number of top-tier mainland singers, led by Liu Huan.

His reputation in mainland China can be described as being at its zenith.

Liu Huan's recommendation of Qin Sheng to Sony can be seen as a great favor to this junior.

But Qin Sheng shook his head.

"Brother Huan, I appreciate your kind offer, but I don't want to sign the contract."

Liu Huan was taken aback.

"No contract? How are you going to release songs without a contract?"

Qin Sheng carefully considered his words and said:

"Brother Huan, I know a little about the contract terms with the record company."

While signing in will offer some conveniences, the copyright will most likely belong to the company.

That's something I can't quite accept.

Liu Huan frowned, wanting to explain to Qin Sheng the benefits of signing a contract and the difficulties of going it alone.

But after hesitating for a moment, he still didn't speak.

Qin Sheng is not the first talented person in the music industry.

Qin Sheng is not the first person to want to control his own copyright.

However, no matter how talented one is, in the highly market-driven record industry, it's difficult to succeed.

No record company will produce your album, do your promotion, or help you with distribution channels.

Even if you create great music on your own, it's difficult to break out of the niche or even make money.

These industry veterans deeply understand this principle.

But at the same time, they also deeply understood another principle.

That is, none of these brilliant creative geniuses listened to these golden words of advice at the beginning.

Almost every one of them has to suffer setbacks and waste three to five years before they finally realize their mistake and accept a contract.

He and Mao Amin exchanged a glance.

In the other person's eyes, Liu Huan saw the same unspoken words.

After a moment's consideration, Liu Huan said, "It's not impossible for you to control the copyright."

Okay, you can write the song yourself, and I'll find someone to handle the arrangement, mixing, and mastering.

Then, for the publicity and promotion part, I'll have your sister Amin introduce it to you.

Her network of connections is far wider than mine.

Mao Amin nodded in agreement.

"I know a few PR companies that I have good relationships with, so introducing you to one shouldn't be a problem."

However, Ah Sheng, there's something we need to make clear to you beforehand.

Given your current level of fame, if you want to release songs without signing a contract, the only option we can offer you is a compilation album.

It's just a collection of songs by several singers put together to form an album.

You can only occupy two spots in it.

And the publicity company is definitely not a large company.

Large companies prioritize promoting their own singers.

I hope you understand.

Qin Sheng laughed and said, "This condition is already very good. I just want to fulfill my dream of becoming a singer. I don't have any big ambitions."

I am already very grateful that you two could help me with this.

Liu Huan and Mao Amin exchanged another glance.

If this kid isn't the kind of fanatic who thinks his songs are the best in the world, then there's still hope for him.

Let him experience setbacks first, and it won't be too late to pull him back to shore after a year or two.

After all, this kid is still so young.