A song from Chengdu revived a closed-down pub.

After a short chant, Su Fan gently changed the chords, and the song returned to its familiar melody.

All those feelings about loneliness and the past that I had just expressed felt like I had finally found someone to confide in.

Even if we've walked different paths and endured different hardships, when friends get together again, we can still share a drink and chat about our lives over the years.

Su Fan's strumming became more relaxed, and his voice became more cheerful.

Every time I'm sad

just look at the sea alone

I always think of my friends on the road

How many are waking up

Let's drink this glass!

A good boy has a heart like the sea

Experienced the warmth and coldness of life

That smile is warm and innocent.

……

The songs mentioned earlier contain unfulfilled dreams, lost girls, and nights spent alone.

But as she sang this, it felt as if those worries could finally be laid out on the table and discussed with her friends.

Some experiences, even a few years ago, still make me feel wronged, and I might even feel compelled to argue about who was right and who was wrong.

Looking back now, perhaps all that's left to say is, "It was really tough back then."

Then you share a drink and ask each other how things are going.

The open-mindedness in the song brought a sense of relief to many listeners.

They loved that warm, innocent smile at the end.

People inevitably change as they walk certain paths in life.

Having learned to be mindful of boundaries and to be cautious, even when happy, I am no longer as unrestrained as I was when I was young.

But everyone hopes that they can still smile more freely in front of old friends.

After singing the last line, Su Fan gently plucked the strings a few more times.

The echo gradually faded, but the people in the car did not immediately respond.

Jiang Yi looked at him, and after a moment, shook his head with a smile.

While listening to the song, he paid attention to the chords and melody.

But as I listened to the rest, I also started to think about my own experiences over the years.

This song is about the youth that many people have experienced.

Back then, I longed to go far away, to see the world, and felt that life had many possibilities.

Later, when I actually ventured out, I realized that I would lose some things along the way, and I would also encounter exhaustion that was hard to talk about with others.

But it didn't stay stuck in these disappointments.

The cheerful chants rang out again and again, bringing back those deep-seated thoughts.

Even at the very end of the song, there were still friends.

There are gatherings where we can share a drink.

There are also those who, after experiencing both warmth and coldness, are still willing to offer a smile to others.

The song's overall emotion shifts from longing to regret, and then gradually unfolds.

There was only one guitar for this performance.

Su Fan's voice was very close to the camera; his breathing and strumming were clearly audible, and there was no deliberate stage effect.

As the audience watched the scenery receding outside the window, they felt that this song should be sung on a road like this.

Some people were reminded of their past selves.

Some people, after listening, suddenly felt that there was still a little more hope for the present.

The live stream was quiet for a short while, and then messages started pouring in one after another.

"I just wanted to tease you into singing a song, but I ended up getting myself involved in it!"

"When I was young, I always wanted to live far away from home, but now, every time I have a holiday, the first thing I do is check my ticket home!"

"Who would understand? I was sitting in my office watching the live stream, and as I listened, I really wanted to grab a bag and go for a walk!"

"Just one guitar, and it sounds so good! Please don't cut this part out, I want to hear it again!"

……

Soon, the song "The You of the Past" became a trending topic.

In the comments section, some people talked about the song, some shared their experiences, and some urged Su Fan to record the official version as soon as possible.

However, one comment was pushed to the top by netizens.

"I once dreamed of riding a horse and wielding a sword to travel the world, but who knew I would give birth halfway through the journey."

He sold his sword and his horse, and from then on devoted himself to the mundane necessities of life.

Later, he wanted to redeem the sword, buy back the horse, and travel the world he hadn't finished exploring back then.

Only then did I realize that the sword was rusted, the horse was old, and I was no longer a youth.

At first, everyone couldn't help but laugh when they saw it.

A perfectly good life of wandering the world with a sword was abruptly pulled back to the daily routine of grocery shopping, cooking, and picking up and dropping off the child by the news that she had a baby halfway through her life.

But upon closer inspection, his smile gradually revealed a hint of helplessness.

Some people have indeed thought that once they finish what they're doing, once their children grow up, and once their lives become more stable, they will fulfill their wishes from back then.

But this wait often lasts for many years.

The comments section was quickly filled with replies.

"The first two sentences made me laugh out loud, but the last one left me speechless!"

"Who gave you permission to summarize my life so concisely?"

"I haven't even bought a horse yet, and I've already started paying off my mortgage!"

"After listening to the song, I was going to check the route to Tibet, but after seeing this comment, I quickly checked my bank account first!"

"I long to buy osmanthus blossoms and share wine, but it will never be the same carefree days of my youth!"

……

The Tibet Autonomous Region's cultural and tourism department has also been closely following Su Fan's live stream.

After the voting results were confirmed, everyone was hoping that the production team could come as soon as possible.

The results from the previous stops speak for themselves, and everyone hopes that the excitement captured on camera can quickly extend to their own scenic spots and streets.

But they never expected that Su Fan would sing a new song while he was still on his way, before he had even completed half of his journey.

Even more unexpectedly, the topic trended on social media as soon as the song ended.

In the office, the publicity staff member, holding a phone, quickly walked up to the person in charge: "Look, it's trending on social media!"

The person in charge took the phone, glanced at it carefully, and couldn't suppress the smile on his face.

Following "Once Upon a Time in You" is the topic of Su Fan's road trip to Tibet.

Clicking through, in addition to song clips, many netizens began discussing the trip.

"After hearing this, I really want to go to Tibet!"

"I've kept this route saved for a while, so I'll follow the live stream to go through it this time!"

"The song, paired with the scenery outside the car window, created such a strong sense of immersion; it felt like I was actually sitting in the car!"

……

The person in charge scrolled down a few more messages and couldn't help but laugh, "The person hasn't even arrived yet, and everyone's already thinking about it. This effect is unparalleled."

Their original publicity plans were mostly planned to take place after the production crew arrived.

Nowadays, a song can evoke many people's longing for distant places.

This popularity was practically handed to them.

Someone nearby exclaimed excitedly, "At this rate, who knows how many people will be paying attention when they arrive!"

"Don't wait until it arrives." The person in charge handed the phone back, speaking faster than before. "The official Weibo account should repost the program information now, including the itinerary and live stream link. We can also start posting the scenery footage we've prepared along the way."

The staff member nodded immediately and turned to make the arrangements.

Not long after, the official account of Tibet's Culture and Tourism Department updated its status.

"A song has stirred up many people's longing for distant places. Su Fan and his friends are on their way, and we are ready to show you the snow-capped mountains, lakes, and everyday life here. The road is still long, so take your time to enjoy the scenery. Tibet awaits your arrival!"

After the message was sent out, the people in the office gathered around the live broadcast screen again.

Just a moment ago, I felt that the production crew was moving a bit slowly, but now no one is urging them anymore.

They just hoped that Su Fan would chat and sing along the way, and that even before they arrived, more people would remember the place they were going to.