How can you ascend to heaven when you are a star?

Chapter 221 Buying Songs
In the evening, Zhang Wen rode a shared bicycle back to the company.

Although the attendance bonus is not much, a fly, no matter how small, is still meat, and a dried shrimp, no matter how small, is still seafood. We cannot forget the glorious tradition of careful budgeting just because we have a little money, and we cannot give up any opportunity to make money from the company.

If he doesn't make any money, does he have to leave the money he saves to his boss so that his boss can treat him to big meals, live in a big house, and date big stars?
Do not!
He couldn't let his boss suffer for him. He should let him bear such a life of luxury, debauchery and drunkenness.

Zhang Wen returned to the company with still half an hour before getting off work. It took him about half an hour to go around each practice room. It can be said that he managed his time just right.

He pushed the door open and walked into the training department, almost bumping into someone. When he saw who it was, his eyes immediately lit up.

"Tang Yi? Long time no see." Zhang Wen asked with surprise.

I don’t know if it’s because of the makeup, but she looks much prettier than the last time I saw her. She also looks less immature and more mature.

You have to know that it has only been a month since we last saw each other.

"Teacher Zhang?!" Tang Yi's face immediately showed a happy expression when he saw the person coming.

"I heard that you have been recording variety shows recently. How do you have time to go back to the company?" Zhang Wen asked curiously.

He also heard about this from the Tui Jing. Although Tang Yi is just a newcomer, his schedule has been scheduled for two months later.

There’s nothing I can do, the song is too popular.

"The variety show has finished recording, and I'm back at the company to select songs for the new album." Tang Yi explained simply, and then, as if remembering something, he quickly pulled out a piece of paper from his pocket and handed it over, saying with anticipation, "Teacher Zhang, this is a song I composed myself. Could you take a look at it? I want to put it on the album."

Zhang Wen took the paper and took a look at it. There were lyrics and music on it, and it was really well written. But the problem was that he was not an expert in music and could not judge the quality of the song.

However, after coming to Tianxi Media, he read many books on vocal music and attended many vocal lessons, so he was able to understand the music scores.

“Hmmmm… Hmmmm…”

Zhang Wen hummed as he watched the music, and only when he watched it for the second time did he incorporate the lyrics into the music.

"..."

This is a lyrical song with a good melody but average lyrics.

"I think the lyrics could use some polish." Zhang Wen didn't have the heart to criticize the other party, so he said it more tactfully, implying that the lyrics were not good and needed improvement.

"Teacher, we think alike. Actually, I am not satisfied with the lyrics either. I feel that they lack some artistic conception. Can you help me revise them?" Tang Yi's voice became smaller and smaller as he finished speaking.

Although the man in front of her was her training teacher, she had already left the training department and felt embarrassed to cause trouble for him.

You have to know that changing lyrics is a very time-consuming task and may delay the other person's work for ten or eight days.

"Okay." Zhang Wen agreed immediately. "I'll keep this paper for now and return it to you after I finish revising it."

Isn't it just changing the lyrics?
He was very satisfied with his writing skills. When he was in school, he earned some pocket money by helping people write self-criticisms and love letters, so he knew everything about love, hate, etc.

"Thank you, Teacher Zhang." Tang Yi happily bent down and bowed, his face full of excitement.

If this song can get help from a teacher, it will definitely become popular.

Zhang Wen folded the sheet music and put it in his pocket. He asked casually, "Did you come to me just for this?"

"No, teacher, I came here mainly to see you and ask you to check the song I wrote." Tang Yi explained.

"Oh, what about the other songs you prepared for the album? Can I listen to them? You won't keep it a secret, right?" Zhang Wen asked.

If the other party's new album does not have any good songs, he doesn't mind giving the other party another "Seven Steps to a Song" to help the other party become more popular.

After all, in the entertainment industry, the more popular a person is, the higher his value will be, so the copyright fees he will receive will be higher.

On the contrary, if Tang Yi's new album receives a lot of bad reviews and is criticized harshly, fewer TV stations will invite him, and his copyright fees will continue to decrease.

"Yes, of course. Teacher, you are not an outsider. I am so happy that you can help me check it. You don't know, when I heard that the company was going to release a new album for me, I was excited and nervous. I was afraid of messing it up." Tang Yi said with a wry smile.

If a singer fails on her first album, will the company still fully support her in the future? Definitely not.

So she is under a lot of pressure now. She came to see Teacher Zhang today mainly to talk about her grievances and relieve her worries.

"What's there to be nervous about?" Zhang Wen said with a smile after listening. "There are so many singers out there, who can guarantee that every album will be a huge hit? Most singers' albums receive mediocre responses in the market and fail to make any waves. You should keep a normal mindset."

Aren’t there many singers who sing one or two songs throughout their lives?

Quite a lot!

So in his opinion, Tang Yi had nothing to worry about, after all, she had been popular before.

"Thank you, teacher. I understand." Tang Yi nodded seriously.

I don’t know why, but whenever I talk to Teacher Zhang about anything, I immediately feel much better and less stressed.

After relieving her stress, she brought Teacher Zhang to the record production department and took out all the music scores of more than 20 songs prepared for her by the company from the drawer.

In fact, she had already selected four songs, but she was worried that some would be missed, so this time she handed the selection over to the teacher.

She believes in Teacher Zhang.

Without Teacher Zhang, she wouldn’t be where she is today.

Zhang Wen was overwhelmed when he saw so many sheet music. He looked at Tang Yi and said, "Sing it for me. That way I can better judge whether the song is suitable for your voice."

Tang Yi nodded, immediately picked up a piece of music sheet, and after a quick glance, began to sing.

Zhang Wen found a chair and sat down, listening to the song sung by Tang Yi. This is the correct way to open the gate.

"No, this song doesn't suit you."

"This song is not as good as the previous one. The music is not good at all."

"Well, the tune of this song is pretty good..."

Zhang Wen directly turned into a judge and began to comment on each song.

As for whether the song is good or not, that all depends on his personal preference. As for whether the public will like it, isn't he a member of the public?

"Crack!"

Just when Tang Yi was singing the seventh song, the door of the recording studio suddenly opened and two women walked in from outside.

One is the queen of pop, Jiang Lili, and the other is the gold medal producer Wang Qi, both of whom are acquaintances.

"Hello Sister Li, hello Sister Qiqi." Tang Yi stopped immediately and politely greeted the two people who came in.

"I was wondering why that voice sounded so familiar. It's Xiaoyi," Jiang Li said with a smile. She then looked at Zhang Wen, "Teacher Zhang, long time no see. Are you teaching Xiaoyi? Are we not disturbing her?" "No," Zhang Wen said, standing up. "I'm helping Tang Yi choose songs. What are you and Producer Wang doing..."

A pop queen and a gold medal producer, the two appearing together can't help but make people think more.

"I was looking for Qi Qi to record a song. When I passed by here, I thought the singing sounded familiar, so I came in to take a look," Jiang Li explained.

Wang Qi's eyes flickered between the man and Tang Yi, and he suddenly asked, "Teacher Zhang, Tang Yi is going to release a new album. Won't you write a song for her?"

When the other two heard this, they immediately looked over.

Of course Tang Yi wanted to ask Teacher Zhang to write a song for her, but Teacher Zhang is now the head of teaching in the training department and is very busy, so she felt embarrassed to disturb him.

After this reminder, Jiang Li finally remembered that Teacher Zhang is not only a training teacher and psychological counselor, but also the author of the hit song "Human World".

It just so happens that she's also preparing for a new album recently, but isn't satisfied with the title song. If only she could ask Teacher Zhang to write a song for her...

"I plan to write a song and also plan to let Tang Yi sing it, but it may have to wait until next year," said Zhang Wen.

"Next year? Why?" Wang Qi asked anxiously.

Ever since she heard the song "Human World" composed by the other party, she has been looking forward to his next song. However, two months have passed and there is no news at all.

When Tang Yi heard that her teacher was going to write another song for her, her eyes lit up with excitement. The song "Human World" made her debut successfully. If she wrote another song of the same level, she would definitely become famous in the music world.

"I wrote a script and will start filming at the end of this month. I also wrote a theme song for the TV series and plan to have Tang Yi sing it," Zhang Wen explained.

"script?"

Wang Qi and Jiang Li were stunned, looking at Zhang Wen with disbelief in their eyes.

I thought: This guy can also write scripts?

In fact, being able to write a script is nothing. The key is to make it into a TV series, which is quite awesome.

No wonder this guy disappeared after writing the song "Human World". It turned out that he changed his career and went to the entertainment industry to write scripts.

"Teacher Zhang, why are you writing scripts? If you have that much time, why don't you write a few more songs?" Wang Qi frowned, very confused about the man's sudden change of course.

Since you have already made a name for yourself in the music industry, why not continue with your efforts and leverage this momentum to make yourself famous?
If I can win one or two awards at the major music award ceremonies at the end of the year, my level will be raised and I can charge people by the word when I write songs for them.

Alas, what a pity!

"No one wants to buy my songs, so why should I write them?" Zhang Wen said.

"The company has signed so many singers. After you finish writing, you can show them the sheet music. If someone likes it, they will buy it!"

"Do I have to show it to them? If I don't go, it will seem as if the songs I wrote are worthless." Zhang Wen curled his lips, his face full of disdain.

Do we still need to promote the divine song?

If my great grandfather knew about this, wouldn’t he be so angry that he would die?
"..."

After hearing this, Wang Qi opened his mouth, but for a moment he didn't know what to say.

The author writes a song and sends it to the singer through his connections. The singer buys it if he likes it, and returns it if he doesn’t. Isn’t that how it is in the music industry?
Which singer would ask a songwriter for a song?

Uh... it seems there are some, but very few, and they are all masters of lyrics and music. The teacher Zhang in front of me has not yet reached the level of a master.

Jiang Li, who was standing by, was moved at the moment. She didn't know how to ask for a song, so here came the opportunity.

"Teacher Zhang, I want to buy a song from you." Jiang Li said seriously.

Wang Qi immediately looked at Sister Li in surprise. He didn't expect that she would take the initiative to buy songs. You know, at Sister Li's level, many people are rushing to write songs for her.

Because once you are selected by Sister Li, you will become famous in the circle, and it will be easier to sell songs in the future, and the price will be higher.

"Sister Li, are you kidding?" Zhang Wen looked at the other person's expression.

Is the queen still worried about not having any songs to sing?
"Do I look like I'm joking?" Jiang Li said, "My new album is missing a title song, and I'd like you to write it. Money is not a problem."

Zhang Wen blinked. If money was not a problem, then he had no problem either.

In the past half month, he has accumulated a total of 12 songs through the blessing of the Star God. If he can cash in on them, it will naturally be a good thing.

Moreover, Sister Li is of a high level and has many fans. If the song comes out of her mouth, it will definitely have a greater influence than a newcomer like Tang Yi.

"Okay, since Sister Li has asked, I will naturally do my best." Zhang Wen said with a smile.

"Then it's a deal," Jiang Li said happily, but then she frowned and said seriously, "According to the original plan, the new album will be released at the end of June. We're only missing the title song, so I hope Teacher Zhang can work on it a little faster."

"No problem." Zhang Wen nodded at the other party, then stretched out his hand and made an "OK" gesture.

In fact, even if the other party didn't tell him, he would write the music score as soon as possible, because the crew will start filming at the end of May, and how would he have time to write songs by then?
"Teacher Zhang, you only took seven steps to complete that song last time. How long do you plan to take this time?" Wang Qi asked curiously.

In fact, she wanted to suggest that she should perform today and sing the seven-step song again... But she was worried about embarrassing the other party, so she changed the way she asked the question when the words came to her lips.

Zhang Wen thought to himself: If I wasn’t afraid of scaring you, I wouldn’t even need to take seven steps.

He raised his hand again, making the same "OK" gesture.

"Three days, three days is enough." Zhang Wen said, trying his best to act like a normal person.

"Three days?"

Wang Qi was stunned. Although it was not a seven-step song this time, it was not an easy task to write a song in three days, and it had to be a hit song.

In fact, she wrote two songs for Sister Li's album, and she thought they were both pretty good. If there is no good title song, then these two songs will become the title songs.

It took more than three months to complete these two songs.

Now hearing the other party say that three days is enough, it is impossible to say that I am not shocked.

If someone else said this, she would definitely be dismissive, but when the man in front of her said this, she not only believed it, but was even full of expectations.

She couldn't wait to know whether the song "Human World" was just a coincidence or a necessity.

After all, in the music industry, there are too many cases of short-lived successes...

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(End of this chapter)