Chinese entertainment, from radio love songs to superstars

Chapter 38, The boss's approval
"Isn't it just a demo? It sounds so good!"

Before singing "Piao Yao", Zhou Xun listened to the demo of the song, which was much worse than Shen Lang's.

Although it is a trial version, Shen Lang's voice is solid, penetrating, magnetic, three-dimensional, and rich in resonance.

If it wasn't just the single electronic piano accompaniment, this performance could be considered the official version.

"If the heart dies in splendor

Love will be reborn from the ashes..."

When he sang this, Zhao Baogang's eyes lit up.

The beautiful lyrics of "Hidden Fragrance" are closely related to the content of "Like Fog, Like Rain and Like Wind".

As he listened, the tragic love story of Chen Zikun and Du Xinyu emerged in his mind.

Zhao Baogang changed his sitting position.

Lean forward.

It’s as if I’m closer to the Walkman, so I can better feel Shen Lang’s singing and appreciate the emotions of the song.

"When the petals leave the flower
A subtle fragrance lingers. ”

Han Sanping and Gao Chengsheng only have a superficial understanding of music.

But you can feel whether a song touches your heart.

Shen Lang's slightly hoarse voice and deep affection weave a poignant painting for the song "Hidden Fragrance".

Sometimes deep and charming.

Sometimes it is loud, clear and profound.

It’s like looking back at this love after going through everything. The passion and selflessness of those days have not been forgotten, but are buried deep in the heart, and the subtle fragrance still remains.

The singing had long ceased, but no one spoke for a long time.

Han Sanping lit a cigarette, took two puffs, looked up at Zhou Xun who was fiddling with his Walkman, and said, "Xiao Zhou, you are the heroine in the play, tell us about your feelings after listening to this song."

Zhou Xun knew this was an opportunity, an opportunity to help Shen Lang. After thinking for a moment, he said, "When Du Xinyu and Chen Zikun first met, their feelings slowly spread like a faint fragrance and took root in their hearts. However, love in a turbulent society is always difficult to be perfect. The line 'If the heart dies in splendor, love will be reborn in ashes' sings out the madness for love and the courage to move forward. The ending 'When the petals leave the flower, the faint fragrance remains' tells us that in the end, beautiful love is just a dream."

Han Sanping laughed after hearing this and said, "You have a lot of thoughts to share. Did you prepare for this?"

Zhou Xun shook his head repeatedly and said, "No, Third Master, I'm just like you guys. This is the first time I've heard this song. I called Shen Lang this morning and told him about the decision made at the crew meeting. He then wrote this song and recorded a demo at the company at noon. I just got there and took the tape and sheet music and rushed here."

After these words were spoken, Han Sanping, Gao Chengsheng and Zhao Baogang looked at each other, their eyes full of surprise.

"Did he write it on the spot?" Gao Chengsheng asked in surprise.

"Yeah." Zhou Xun nodded.

"Did you show him the script?" Zhao Baogang said in a deep voice.

"No, I just told you the outline of the story." Although Zhou Xun trusted Shen Lang, he still couldn't breach the contract.

"So, he wrote this song based on a brief story outline in just one morning?" Han Sanping didn't quite believe it.

"He is very good at writing songs. In September..." Zhou Xun recounted Shen Lang's glorious deeds at the radio station.

No exaggeration or exaggeration.

But when Han Sanping, Gao Chengsheng and Zhao Baogang heard it, they still thought it was exaggerated and outrageous.

But those good songs do exist, which proves Shen Lang's creative ability.

"Turns out you're a musical genius." Han Sanping smiled.

"He graduated from the Broadcasting Department of Communication University of China, but chose to go into singing. Did he take the wrong path or choose the wrong major?" Gao Chengsheng smiled.

"Third Master, I think this song 'An Xiang' is very good and fits our play very well. You see..." Zhao Baogang brought the topic back.

"Let's talk about the facts. Tell me, how much influence does the theme song have on the TV series?" Han San commented rationally.

Gao Chengsheng, Zhao Baogang and Zhou Xun expressed their views respectively.

“Theme songs can greatly improve the quality of TV series and enhance the viewing experience, which in turn helps promote them…”

"It also serves to add the finishing touch, highlight the theme, and deepen the emotions..."

"For example, the theme songs of CCTV versions of Journey to the West, Romance of the Three Kingdoms, Outlaws of the Marsh, and Dream of the Red Chamber have been passed down to this day..."

The three people's words can be summed up as follows:

High emotional intelligence, theme songs are crucial to TV series.

Low EQ, buy this song.

But when they finished talking, the whole office was eerily quiet.

Everyone's eyes were focused on Han Sanping.

Because he holds the power of life and death over all matters related to the drama "Like Fog, Like Rain, Like Wind".

They were all waiting for him to speak. "You convinced me."

This was Han Sanping’s decision.

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In the evening, Shixiang Chaoshan Fresh Beef Hotpot Restaurant.

The cold air at the end of the year arrived as expected, and many cities welcomed the first snow of winter.

The first snow in Yanjing this winter came later than in previous years.

In this increasingly cold weather, there is nothing more warm and comfortable than eating a steaming hot pot.

"I've been to this restaurant once. The beef was very tender and fresh." Shen Lang introduced it to Zhou Xun and Du Ting in the private room.

"Aren't you from Shuchuan? Why do you like to eat this kind of light hot pot?" Zhou Xun blinked and asked curiously.

"They all have their own taste. The main reason is that I haven't found any authentic Sichuan hotpot restaurant. Besides, you can't eat too much, as it's bad for your throat. After all, you're a eater." Shen Lang likes to eat and knows how to eat, but he is not picky.

Since the 1990s, the most high-end cuisine in the hearts of Beijingers is none other than Cantonese cuisine. It was precisely because of this that the high-end decoration and friendly service made the Guangdong Food City popular throughout the capital.

Chaoshan cuisine, as a branch of Cantonese cuisine, one of the four major Chinese cuisines, is characterized not only by a wide range of ingredient choices and diverse dish categories, but also by local delicacies such as Chaoshan hotpot.

This kind of hotpot, which emphasizes "fresh ingredients and authentic taste", is very popular among the people of Yanjing, and there are more and more restaurants opening it.

"Sister Xun, this is a toast to you. Thank you for your recommendation."

"Be polite to me."

Zhou Xun put down the empty cup, narrowed his eyes, and said slowly: "I don't know if someone has forgotten what they promised me. I really envy Stefanie Sun for having such a beautiful song like "Meeting"."

Shen Lang blushed. He had promised her that he would create a song for her. He immediately said, "Sister, we don't have to envy her. We have it too."

Zhou Xun suppressed his laughter and said calmly, "I'm not rushing you."

Shen Lang winked and said, "No, I urged myself."

Zhou Xun chuckled and said, "I'm just teasing you. I'm not in a hurry. You can write when you have time."

Shen Lang said seriously: "Sister, I'm not kidding, it's true."

Zhou Xun glared and asked, "Is it really finished?"

Shen Lang chuckled and said, "I can write songs easily, so listen to it and see if you like it."

Zhou Xun's character is simple, real, straightforward and pure, and he is worthy of deep friendship.

Besides, people really regard him as a friend, so they always think of him when something good happens.

It’s just a song, I can afford it.

"Remember that day

God arranged for us to meet

I know I have seen spring..."

Just rap and sing!

The beautiful melody flowing like spring water and the sentimental and sad lyrics permeate the air.

It easily captured the hearts of Zhou Xun and Du Ting.

This is the title song of Yang Kun's album "That Day" released in October 2003.

The following year, it won the 11th "Eastern Billboard Top Ten Golden Songs" award.

The quality is still good.

Zhou Xun also has a smoky voice, and when she sings it makes people feel like there is a full sense of story.

"Shen Lang, you really..." After listening to the song, Zhou Xun was quite excited. He couldn't find a suitable word to describe Shen Lang for a while. He paused for several seconds before saying: "You really have extraordinary talent in music."

Du Ting on the side was also amazed. She has coached many singers, including singer-songwriters.

But when they write songs, they are considered lucky if they can churn out a few words a day, let alone finish a song in the time it takes to have a meal.

Shen Lang gave her a great shock.

only……

Isn’t the price of picking up girls a bit high?
But she only thought about it in her heart and would not say it out loud. After being an agent for so many years, she knew very well what she could say and what she could not say.

"As long as you like it." Shen Lang did not give any explanation or make up a creative story.

Sometimes, too much talk will lead to mistakes.

(End of this chapter)