Huayu: The Unbelievable Matching Mechanism of Jay Chou's Love Songs

Chai Zhiping's company, Kemi Ruizhi, was formerly known as Kemi International Film & Television. Although it sounds nice, in reality, it has only been a small production studio for the past ten years since its establishment in 90. It is very small, with a core team of only 5-10 people and no dedicated artist or agent department.

With minimal assets and no large investments, production costs largely depend on pre-orders from television stations. To put it bluntly, it's like Wu Zongxian's record company—a small workshop.

Even though Chai Zhiping and her group were "self-important," they were still apprehensive during the early stages of preparing to film "Meteor Garden" because of the very tight initial budget.

At first, I was even prepared for this show to flop as a "low-budget late-night drama".

Within the industry, basically no one has a high opinion of them.

If it weren't for Little Es being a die-hard fan of the original comic and Chai Zhiping being quite familiar with Big Es, Big Es might not have been able to be invited.

To make a joke, a big part of the reason why Da Ace was willing to take this role was because Chai Zhiping said back then, "No one watches late-night shows, so even if it's poorly made and embarrassing, it won't spread too much. There's no need to be afraid of any risks."

This is the only movie!

A movie that nobody had high hopes for!

When Feng Zheng arrived, he noticed the crew's financial difficulties and immediately said he didn't want the songwriting fee or his acting salary; he just wanted a share of the profits...

you say!

How could Chai Zhiping and the others not be surprised!

What does Feng Zheng mean by this?

I have high hopes for their drama.

Does he think they can become popular?

They themselves didn't know, so how did Feng Zheng know?!

Is there some kind of information gap?

Feng Zheng seemed to sense their confusion, feigning indifference, and waved his hand to explain:

"The fees for songwriting and acting are minimal anyway, so it doesn't really matter. I might as well take a gamble with you guys; maybe you'll become famous?"

He adopted a nonchalant, money-as-dirt attitude, and for a moment he took the initiative, which made Chai Zhiping and the others start to speculate...

Feng Zheng... could he be the son of some wealthy family?

Although there are many new talents being discovered in the entertainment industry these days, becoming a star has always been a hobby for many rich young men. From the moment they met, Feng Zheng showed a calm and composed demeanor, without any sense of inferiority that comes from a poor family. Looking at his nonchalant attitude towards money, he really did have the air of a rich young master!

For a moment, Chai Zhiping was truly undecided...

Director Cai Yuexun, standing to the side, remained relatively calm. He knew they needed some time to adjust, and they couldn't just agree to anything based on Feng Zheng's grand promises. So he waved his hand and said:

"You said you'd write another theme song for us, what kind of song would it be?"

A TV series usually needs more than one song; it includes opening theme, ending theme, insert songs, theme song, and so on.

Feng Zheng's "Meteor Shower" is only one song, and can at most play one role. They do need other songs for promotion.

"Anyway, it won't be any worse than that song 'Meteor Shower'," Feng Zheng said.

"?!"

These words gave Cai Yuexun and Chai Zhiping a slight shock. Cai Yuexun subconsciously said, "You're bragging. That song was already very good. Do you have anything similar to it?"

Feng Zheng knew that this was the moment of psychological warfare. Only by demonstrating enough value could he get them to impulsively agree to a profit-sharing arrangement. So he stood up, pointed to the music room next door, and said, "I don't have any lyrics or sheet music with me right now, but I'll sing it for you."

As they spoke, the group followed Feng Zheng to the music classroom next door.

Feng Zheng found a guitar inside, pulled over a high stool, sat down, tuned it slightly, and began to play and sing...

"Ding-dong..."

The light and cheerful guitar chords create a very rhythmic feel, making you subconsciously want to move your body to the beat.

Feng Zheng sang while playing the guitar:

……

"I can't forget the first time I saw you..."

"A pair of captivating eyes!"

"In my mind, your image..."

"It can't be shaken off."

……

Compared to "Meteor Shower" just now, Feng Zheng's "Can't Help Falling in Love" is obviously more relaxed and sweeter, and even has some very "carefree" "romance". It is a very typical ballad love song, a little love song with guitar playing. It is very easy to attract people, very catchy, and has a very addictive melody!

When he sang, the cold, gloomy room seemed to be filled with the warmth of a romantic relationship.

……

"Holding your hands, I feel your tenderness!"

"I really can't breathe!"

I want to cherish your innocence!

"It hurts me to see you suffer!"

"Oh~"

……

Feng Zheng noticed that when he sang, Chai Zhiping and Cai Yuexun's eyes lit up repeatedly!

When Feng Zheng said he could write a theme song for "Meteor Garden" that was no less impressive than "Meteor Shower," not only Cai Yuexun, but even Chai Zhiping didn't believe it.

She once thought that such good songs were rare and hard to come by, and even famous songwriters couldn't just create them on a whim.

But Feng Zheng seems to be proving to them with his actions that as long as he wants, he can produce great works!

Feng Zheng sang:

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I'm just afraid I'll fall in love with you.

"I dare not get too close!"

"I'm afraid I don't have much to give you..."

"It takes a lot of courage to love you!"

……

Feng Zheng seems to have a kind of magic; he can easily give people goosebumps while singing.

Chai Zhiping, Cai Yuexun, and the others rolled up their sleeves, and the goosebumps on their arms were enough to make a pot of dumpling soup!

……

"I'm afraid I'll fall in love with you!"

"Maybe one day I won't be able to resist!"

"Missing someone only makes you suffer..."

Falling in love with you was something I couldn't help!

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"Knock knock!"

After a brief audition of "Unavoidable Love," Feng Zheng strummed the strings once, then lightly tapped the guitar twice, decisively ending the performance.

At that time, Chai Zhiping and Cai Yuexun were already shocked.

"You... are not... you... which one..."

After stammering for a while, Chai Zhiping finally said, "What conditions did Brother Xian offer you to poach you?!"

She was genuinely shocked...

Now, all matters concerning "Meteor Garden" are no longer important to her. What she's curious about now is why someone as talented as Feng Zheng would go to a small workshop like Wu Zongxian's!

Logically speaking, such talent should be nurtured and promoted by major record companies like Rock Records, TF Entertainment, and SHINee, so they're ready to debut!

What merit or ability does Wu Zongxian possess?

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