Huayu: Starting from Fahrenheit

Chapter 78 The Rolling Stones' Plan

"Abel, I've always wanted to meet you but never had the chance. Today I finally have the chance to meet you. Nice to meet you!"

Downstairs at Rolling Stone Records, Wu Chao called Zhuo Wenxuan, and soon she came downstairs with her agent Ji Hongren to pick him up.

"Hello, Mr. Ji!"

Wu Zhuo shook hands with Ji Hongren and said hello.

He came to Rolling Stone with only one purpose this time.

Helped Zhuo Wenxuan record "You Are a Song in My Heart".

After Zhuo Wenxuan gave this song to Rolling Stone, the Rolling Stones determined that it would be a very good duet song.

Zhuo Wenxuan immediately contacted Wu Chao and asked him to help produce this song.

Yes, production.

The Rolling Stones have always had a habit of letting the songwriters themselves serve as producers of the songs.

From the past like Luo Dayou and Li Zongsheng to the recent Guangliang and Cao Ge, Rolling Stone has given the power to let them produce the songs they wrote themselves.

Even if they are not from the Rolling Stones, they believe that no one understands the songs they write better than the creators, so they will invite them to participate in the production.

The same is true for "You Are a Song in My Heart".

They invited Wu Chao as a producer.

What are the benefits for producers?

There are still many benefits. As long as Taiwanese producers participate in the production of a song, they can get a percentage of the royalties from the released records.

Wu Zhuo is a newcomer, so Rolling Stone gave him less, only one percent, but it is still pretty good.

Adding the royalties from the songwriter and the male vocalist, he can actually get about 8% royalties from this song.

“Abel, your song “Only Have Feelings for You” is really good, probably one of the best duet songs this year.

Of course, the same is true for "You Are a Song in My Heart". We firmly believe that this song will surprise the fans after it is produced."

Ji Hongren took Wu Zhuo to the recording studio and praised Wu Zhuo.

Zhuo Wenxuan followed quietly behind, winking at Wu Zhuo mischievously from time to time.

“We have already hired a band with the instruments you requested after contacting Abel earlier.

We can start arranging the music today.

Of course, we still have to consider your time, Abel. I heard that you are filming, so we will try our best to accommodate your time."

Ji Hongren spoke in a very polite manner, without any of the arrogance of a person from a big record company.

However, the Rolling Stones record company has indeed been on the decline in recent years.

Luo Dayou and Li Zongsheng, one retired and the other chose to leave Rolling Stone.

Then, last year, Xiao Chong also left the Rolling Stones.

After several big-name producers left.

The Rolling Stones had no outstanding new artists emerging, and their market share was getting smaller and smaller.

In this situation, the Rolling Stones had no choice but to continue shrinking the company's business.

Although Rolling Stone is still one of the top record brands in Taiwan.

But in terms of strength, it is no longer as strong as before...

When we arrived at the Rolling Stones' arrangement room, there were already a few people waiting there. They were the Rolling Stones' arrangers.

Ji Hongren introduced them to Wu Zhuo one by one.

Wu Zhuo went up to greet them one by one.

After chatting for a few words, Ji Hongren took Zhuo Wenxuan away.

Wu Zhuo and others began to compose the music.

The musicians of the Rolling Stones did not look down on Wu Chao because of his young age. Instead, they worked seriously according to his requirements. This prevented Wu Chao from using the tactic he had originally prepared to slap someone in the face if he was given a hard time.

It’s normal to think about it.

In reality, there aren't so many idiots.

It’s not like Wu Zhuo doesn’t have representative works.

Although he is still young, his song "Only Have Feelings for You" is still in the top ten of the charts...

Although Wu Zhuo was responsible for the arrangement, his job was actually mainly coordination.

It's about what kind of musical instrument is needed in what place, what kind of musical instrument is needed for accompaniment performance, etc.

He just needed to express his ideas, and experienced musicians like the Rolling Stones would be able to get things done according to his requirements.

Since Wu Zhuo can copy songs, he can naturally also disassemble and arrange them. After all, he was a professional music graduate in his previous life, so he does have some qualities.

Therefore, the arrangement of "You Are a Song in My Heart" was not too difficult to complete. He filmed during the day and filmed until the afternoon, and then went to Rolling Stone to arrange the music. In just three days, the accompaniment of "You Are a Song in My Heart" was completed.

At around six o'clock in the afternoon of that day, Wu Chao finished arranging the music, said goodbye to several musicians, and prepared to leave.

As soon as he reached the stairs, he was stopped.

"Wu Zhuo, wait, how about we chat for a while?"

Wu Zhuo looked in the direction of the voice and was immediately surprised.

"Mr. Chen!"

The man is called Chen Yongzhi, who is the vice president of Rolling Stone Records, general manager of Taiwan region, and chief strategy officer of Rolling Stone Group.

Wu Chao did not remember having any interaction with him.

"What's the matter, Mr. Chen?"

Wu Zhuo stopped.

"Let's talk in my office! It's not very convenient here!"

Chen Yongzhi, dressed in a suit and tie, pointed to his office upstairs.

Wu Zhuo pondered for a moment and nodded.

Follow him up the stairs.

"How is your time at Huayan Records?"

Chen Yongzhi asked as he walked. This seemingly casual question made Wu Zhuo's heart move. He replied calmly:
"It's OK! The company still values ​​me."

"Value? I don't think so!" Chen Yongzhi shook his head, "If Huayan Records valued you, they wouldn't let you stay in Fahrenheit.

A talented person like you should not be confined to a group, but develop on your own.

Also, I heard that you only obtained the right to sign and perform the songs "Only Have Feelings for You" and "Super Style" that you wrote for Fahrenheit?"

As they were talking, the two of them came to the vice president's office upstairs.

Sitting on the sofa opposite Chen Yongzhi, Wu Zhuo asked directly: "Rolling Stone wants to recruit me?"

From what he just said, Wu Chao clearly felt the Rolling Stones’ interest in him.

"No, we can't poach you. All major record companies have a tacit understanding that they will not break the rules and poach singers before the end of their record contracts.

We want to work with you.”

What surprised Wu Zhuo was that Chen Yongzhi shook his head.

"Oh? How to cooperate?" Wu Zhuo looked at Chen Zhiyong, wanting to hear his opinion.

“You should have heard about it! We are planning to set up a new company brand, and Mayday, Fish Leong, Victor Wong, and the like will all be under this brand.

However, we are in great need of creative people, and I would like to invite you to join us as a lyricist and composer."

Chen Zhiyong said seriously: "You know the purpose of our Rolling Stone.

We value creators more than any other record company.

If you join us, you will get better development.

As long as the songs you write have a market, the royalties alone can ensure you have enough food and clothing.

Why bother joining a group to earn that little hard-earned money? "

“Just writing songs for you guys!”

After hearing what Chen Zhiyong said, Wu Chao was a little disappointed.

After all the thought, I still wanted him to go there and work as a worker.

If he really wants to work for the Rolling Stones' new label, wouldn't the songs he writes have to belong to this record company?
Although there are royalties, it is different for him to write songs for others now.

Moreover, now that he has finally gained some fame, he has chosen to be a behind-the-scenes staff member, which is completely contrary to his plan.

Wu Zhuo's idol is Jay Chou.

Not just in terms of the songs, but also in how we deal with the record company.

This time, he is willing to put songs like "Onion" and "The Day After Tomorrow" that can be released separately into the soundtrack of "Smile Pasta".

The purpose is to use this opportunity to gain greater recognition for his identity as a solo singer and singer-songwriter.

As long as his identity as a solo singer and his creative ability are further recognized by the market, he can take this opportunity to renegotiate with Huayan Records and allow Huayan to reposition itself.

Fahrenheit is a very good group and Wu Chao will definitely not leave it in the short term.

However, he cannot remain confined to the group.

He wants to make a solo film.

(End of this chapter)