Huayu: Starting from Fahrenheit

Chapter 93 Jay Chou of Huayan (Subscription Request)

Taiwan Province once again experienced scorching hot weather in August, and there were very few pedestrians on the streets.

Wu Zhuo and Chen Huiying came to HIM Records again, and their feelings and treatment were completely different.

As soon as they entered the Huayan Building, the receptionist came to greet them.

Even though he knew they knew the way, he still took him upstairs personally and even helped press the elevator button along the way.

"A-Zhao, Manager Chen, please sit down!"

In Lu Shiyu's office, the DVD was running and "Onion" was playing.

Lu Shiyu was listening to the song seriously.

When he saw Wu Zhuo and Chen Huiying coming, he stood up to greet them immediately.

"You wrote a really good song called "Onion". Both the lyrics and the music are top-notch!"

He took the initiative to pour a cup of coffee for Wu Zhuo and Chen Huiying, and sat down opposite Wu Zhuo.

"The company is planning to release a solo album for you, taking advantage of the popularity of 'Smile Pasta'."

Rather than saying it is the popularity of "Smile Pasta", it is better to say that Huayan is now jealous of Wu Zhuo's "Onion" and "The Day After Tomorrow" on the list.

These two songs are definitely the kind that can be included as the main songs in a personal album.

Now, Huayan feels bad that EMI Records has been sold for nothing.

Indeed, HIM and EMI are in the same boat.

Most of Huayan Records' records released in other regions are distributed by EMI Records.

But no matter how good brothers are, they will have different ideas when it comes to interests.

Now, this is the case with Huayan Records.

Seeing the soundtrack songs of his singers being released by other companies, Lu Shiyu always felt like he was being cut off.

So, after seeing that "Smile Pasta" was becoming more and more popular, Wu Zhuo was becoming more and more popular, and the songs he composed and sang were ranking higher and higher on the HITO chart, Lu Shiyu contacted Wu Zhuo as soon as possible.

Hopefully he’ll release his first solo album soon.

"What is Hua Yan's plan?"

Wu Chao sat there playing with his coffee cup as if it had nothing to do with him, but Chen Huiying spoke to Lu Shiyu with a serious face.

Hearing Chen Huiying's question, Lu Shiyu glanced at Wu Zhuo with a bitter expression.

He knew that Hua Yan would probably have to make a lot of concessions this time.

Chen Huiying followed Wu Zhuo over and acted as if she was making the decision for Wu Zhuo. It was obvious that Tianxi and Wu Zhuo were on the same side.

If Chen Huiying doesn't come, there will only be Wu Chao. Even though he has great abilities and is very popular, he will have plenty of ways to control her.

But if Tianxi joins and Chen Huiying replaces Wu Chao, the situation will be different.

Tianxi is not an individual, it is one of the most famous brokerage companies in Taiwan.

The energy behind it is something that HIM Records cannot ignore.

“Both songs ‘Onion’ and ‘The Day After Tomorrow’ were produced by Wu Chao himself, which fully demonstrates his ability in production.

For the new album, the company can delegate the power and let Wu Chao produce it himself.

In addition, we know that Wu Zhuo attaches great importance to the copyright of songs. The copyright of the lyrics and music of the songs he created belongs to him..."

Lu Shiyu said a lot in one breath.

Although Tianxi's joining the negotiations put him under a lot of pressure.

But this will not affect him from continuing to follow the process.

"What about recording rights?"

After listening to Lu Shiyu's words, Wu Zhuo asked quietly.

Wu Chao did not expect that Huayan was willing to give up the copyright of the lyrics and music.

At this time, he is no longer the newcomer he used to be. The copyrights of the lyrics and music of the songs he has sold are in his hands, and no one has raised any objection.

If Huayan still wants the copyright of lyrics and music in Wu Zhuo's hands at this time, it is definitely a fool.

Wu Zhuo specially brought Chen Huiying along this time, and his purpose was not just as simple as the copyright of the lyrics and music.

He wants the copyright to the recording.

Recording copyright is the most important copyright in a song.

Let me give you an example.

In his previous life, the copyright of the lyrics and music of the song "I Only Have Feelings for You" has always been in the hands of JJ Lin.

But the copyright of the recording does not exist.

The result was that when JJ Lin recorded this song again later, he could no longer use the original arrangement.

In the composition of a song, the arrangement is very important. Different arrangements can turn a very good song into an extremely ordinary song.

In addition, more importantly, the copyright of lyrics and music only accounts for about 5% of the revenue of a song.

Even if Wu Zhuo now adds the identities of producer and singer, the copyright income will not exceed 20%.

As a time traveler, he has been here for more than a year and has a bright future ahead of him. If he is dismissed with just this condition, what is the point of his success?

Therefore, Wu Chao’s purpose this time is very clear, which is to compare it with Jay Chou’s Alpha Contract back then.

When he was still a member of HIM Records, the recording copyrights of the songs he composed could be shared, but when he left, he had the right to take away the copyrights of the songs he composed.

"You want the copyright to the recording too?"

Hearing Wu Zhuo's words, Lu Shiyu's brows immediately frowned.

“Boss Lu, even if the copyright of the song belongs to Wu Zhuo, you won’t lose anything.

He only took the copyright of the songs he composed.

Moreover, for Huayan, your income will not be affected during the contract period."

Chen Huiying interrupted at the right time.

Lu Shiyu didn't say anything, but tapped the table with a thoughtful look on his face.

Seeing that he didn't say anything, Chen Huiying continued to press on, "You know Wu Zhuo's ability. I dare not say that his musical talent can be compared with Jay Chou, but it is not much worse.

You can look at how much revenue Jay Chou creates for Sony every year.

Such a huge profit, isn't it enough for you to make a little concession?"

Lu Shiyu still didn't say anything.

People like him will not be easily led by other people's words.

He kept making various comparisons and references in his mind, weighing whether he would suffer any loss if he made concessions.

"My heart is gradually getting out of control"

“Are two people enough to capture the lens of love?”

"Close my eyes and remember your smile"

"Happiness calmly empties the soul"

The song from the DVD player slowly came out, and on the TV screen, Wu Zhuo was singing softly to the camera. The song made people feel comfortable.

Lu Shiyu glanced at the MV on TV and his eyes turned away.

He had to admit that Wu Zhuo's talent was rare.

In the entire Huayan Records, he felt that only Tank could compete with it.

Moreover, Wu Zhuo has another advantage.

He is in great shape.

Talented and good-looking.

In addition, Wu’s popularity increased after the broadcast of “Smiling Pasta”.

And thinking of the many songs that Wu Zhuo sang in the music association that moved him deeply...

"OK, let's do as you said. However, Wu Zhuo, you will also be responsible for your group's songs from now on."

Lu Shiyu suddenly spoke up, and then stared at Wu Zhuo with burning eyes, "Also, you can't quit Fahrenheit."

"Sure, but the copyright of the songs I wrote for Fahrenheit also belongs to me."

Wu Zhuo raised his brows and smiled.

He understood why Lu Shiyu didn't let Wu Zhuo quit Fahrenheit.

It's nothing more than wanting Wu Chao to do two jobs, releasing a personal album and a group album at the same time.

For Huayan, this means it can directly obtain two benefits.

Wu Chao personally took the profit once, and Fahrenheit took it again.

Some people may say that Fahrenheit still exists after Wu Chao’s withdrawal and can still make money.

Is this the same?

Just like Korea’s future group BIGBANG, if G-Dragon leaves the group, will BIGBANG still be BIGBANG?
Fahrenheit was actually in a similar situation at this time.

Both of Fahrenheit's hit songs were written by Wu Chao, and he is currently the most popular member of the group.

There is no need to think about the consequences of his withdrawal from Fahrenheit.

"Okay!" Lu Shiyu nodded and agreed that the copyright of the songs Wu Chao composed for the group would also belong to him.

"I look forward to you becoming the Jay Chou of Huayan!"

(End of this chapter)