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Chapter 13 Avoid Xia Shen and Wash Your Ears!

This wasn't just happening in Xiao Zhongge's place; similar scenes were occurring in various locations at the same time.

Over the next few days, many netizens frequently came across similar videos, and "Stubborn to the end" spread rapidly through various short video background music.

Even the dance challenge related to "Stubborn to the end" directly climbed to the top of the challenge list on the Douyin and Kuaishou short video platforms, almost rivaling "The Silence Has Dried Up"!
Dance bloggers across the country are all vying to cover this dance, and it's the same in the live streaming section; this dance has swept through the entire channel.

Even more outrageous is that celebrities have joined in, pushing the related trending topic to an absurd level, causing the data to explode.

In the dormitory of the Shanghai Conservatory of Music.

Xia Shen was holding his phone, his expression stunned.

Because he is currently looking at the various data feedbacks brought by the new song.

First, there's the data from major music platforms.

After "Stubbornly Unaware" was released, unlike "Give Me a Song's Time," it didn't even get past the first traffic pool. Instead, it would show data feedback every time you clicked on it.

Until now
Soda Music:

Views: 43700412!

Playlist: 6114755!

Comments: 9+!

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List:

[Top 2 on the Rising Chart]

[Daily Ranking TOP3↑]

[Weekly Ranking TOP7↑]

[Monthly Ranking TOP16↑]

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Hongyun Music:

Views: 980 million+
Playlist: 25+
Comments: 999+
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List:

[Daily Ranking TOP8↑]

[Weekly Ranking TOP21↑]

[Monthly Ranking TOP37↑]

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Penguin Music:

Views: 2416 million!
Playlist: 76!
Comments: 3 million!
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List:

[Popularity Ranking TOP6↑]

[Daily Ranking TOP7↑]

[Weekly Ranking TOP15↑]

[Monthly Ranking TOP24↑]

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Among them, the data from the three main platforms is undoubtedly the most outstanding.

Of these three platforms, Soda Music has the most data.

After all, the song's popularity mainly stems from its popularity on short video platforms.

As a music platform under the parent company of Douyin and Kuaishou, Chishui Music actually relied heavily on Douyin and Kuaishou's resources for promotion during this period, which is why this song naturally had the best data on the Chishui platform.

Secondly, there's Tencent Music, and lastly, Hongyun Music, along with some other platforms.

Xia Shen went straight to the comments section.

"Go to jail, this song scared me awake." (3845 likes)
"Why are all the songs in the Chinese music scene like this now? Seriously, it's just one drumbeat and rhythm looping over and over, paired with simple, simplistic lyrics and a melody where you can guess the next line. It's pure, mindless pop, and this song is pure mental pollution. I keep seeing it these days, and I didn't even want to listen to it, it's so annoying." Likes: 7541
"Why bother? Actually, this song sounds pretty good." (2118 likes)
"If it sounds good, that's all that matters. I listen to this kind of music in my car." (1147 likes)
"Does this sound good?" Likes: 5421
"The Key to Nanting." Likes: 2340
"Aren't there enough songs like this now? They're everywhere, you know they're just trying to become popular quickly." (3536 likes)
"This author's name looks so familiar. Damn, isn't that the author of that greasy guy's background music? It's him again? Another defense-producing machine, huh?" Likes: 4213
"Can you guys get lost, you idiots?" (3125 likes)
"Now, no matter what music platform you're on, the top charts are all filled with songs like this, hahaha, the Chinese music scene is finished!" (3451 likes)
"Just from this one song, I can hear the echoes of at least ten other songs!" Likes: 2618
"You need to listen to this song while on insulin, because your sugar is running out." (6421 likes)
"I keep hearing this song passively these past few days." (7462 likes)
Xia Shen looked at these comments and pursed her lips.

Actually, looking at these comments, he would definitely have cared about them in the past, and he would definitely have been affected by them, and then he would have gotten into internal conflicts because of them.

but now?

Whatever, buddy, Wu Suowei!
He was actually more calm than anything else, something he hadn't expected.

Some even found it humorous. Isn't it humorous?

Good content, good stuff, but the response has been minimal.

Then, when musicians compromise with the market and create something that the market accepts, they are then criticized for being shoddy.

They are being criticized for not having any outstanding works in the Chinese music scene anymore.

He was accused of being a waste producer who colluded with others to create waste.

Even those who spoke up for him and liked the song were all labeled as "country bumpkins" and verbally abused.

The netizens' attacks are incredibly powerful, and they come out of nowhere.

Xia Shen would never criticize the public's tastes and choices, but netizens' malice towards him doesn't seem to reflect that.

However, Xia Shen maintained a detached and indifferent attitude, as if he wasn't the one being talked about or scolded.

The bill has now been issued.
On all platforms, in just a few short days, the song "Stubborn to the end" brought him more than 145 million yuan in income!

This involves more than just streaming and VIP revenue.

Don't forget, this song is currently a hot song on Douyin and Kuaishou, with a staggering 200 million plays on the platforms!
This is the terrifying aspect of the era of internet traffic.

These days, information spreads too fast.

Aside from the company's initial promotion of these figures by spending money to hire internet celebrities to post dance videos and engaging in extensive marketing, the subsequent data collection was entirely the result of the internet celebrities' spontaneous participation in this wave of hype.

A large portion of this revenue also comes from the various benefits generated by the frequent use of music.

Even if the company takes the normal 50% cut, after taxes, he can still earn around 50 yuan.

Indeed, at first glance, it's understandable that the tax deduction is high, but the company also receives a large share, which might seem unfair to some, making them wonder why the company should get half of the tax.

But in reality, Xia Shen knew very well that all of these were necessary.

Yes, that's right. He could easily do without the company, break it off, and start his own business, then all the money would be his.

But does he have the resources now?
The song's current success is largely thanks to the ideas provided by the company. Director Chen may not understand music, but he understands traffic.

Then, when the song is released, the company's operations and promotional investments are also costs incurred.

Perhaps when he becomes famous and has enough capital in the future, he can leave the company and go solo, but definitely not now!
The visual effects culture, in particular, is already quite good.

Putting aside the fact that the contract he was given was very generous, just one point is that when Tian Min rewrote "Give Me a Song's Time", he was included in the original work. There was no issue of using it without prior notice and causing any copyright disputes.

You should know how difficult it is to protect copyrights in China.

Moreover, the fact that it involves a confrontation between an individual and a company will significantly increase the difficulty.

So all things considered, the company's distribution of these assets is perfectly reasonable.

And this is just the beginning; the song's popularity hasn't peaked yet, and it's still making money!
This song will bring him even greater profits in the future!
Two flowers bloom, each representing a different branch; at the same time, at Xiao Zhongge's place—

Xiao Zhongge impatiently crossed out a cover video of "Stubborn to the end" titled "[Is it not the last bus to get on now?]".

"It's that song again," Xiao Zhongge said with disdain.

There's no need to keep watching this short video.

Instead, go listen to something to cleanse your ears and avoid further damage and pollution from this internet garbage, which would lower your taste.

As for what this "ear washing" thing is?

That would naturally be the final of "Treasure Voice".

He has been following this nationally popular music variety show.

He is also a loyal fan of Zhou Yumeng.

Like many fans, he was also amazed by this suddenly emerging female vocal prodigy.

With a perfect face, a lively temperament, an ethereal voice, outstanding singing skills, and a naturally gifted voice with a wide vocal range, she possesses exceptional vocal talent.

And most importantly, she is also a talented creative woman!
While everyone else is covering other people's songs, she has been singing original works from the beginning of the competition to the finals!
Isn't that enough to prove that she is a truly talented woman?
"Isn't this more meaningful than listening to something like 'Stubbornly Unrepentant'?"

Xiao Zhongge grumbled and cursed.

Now, wherever I go, I see Xia Shen. Xia Shen is like a fly, he's so annoying.

But if he can't afford to offend him, can't he at least avoid him?

Go listen to Zhou Yumeng and cleanse your ears!

He immediately turned on his phone and turned the headphone volume up to the maximum.

The final of "Treasure Voice" is about to begin!

(End of this chapter)