Chapter 005: Rather than thinking about becoming famous, it is better to first establish a solid foundation
University seems to be quite enjoyable
However, Yang Shihan did not wait for him to finish singing; she became excited and exclaimed "Wow, wow" after just listening to the first few lines.
Returning to Hecheng, although Yang Qian did not have any reliance on family connections, his education and abilities provided him with certain advantages in a small city. Just like now, he is able to work alongside Teacher Ouyang and engage in some tangible tasks
Yang Shihan pursed her lips
What is MCN
Still treating music as love
Of course, the key is still singing
She can also be considered to have been ensnared by her own intelligence, always feeling that there is a certain logical problem involved
If there had been any preparation, it would not have been so chaotic
It is indeed true, but when one has signed with an MCN, or when one desires to become popular, does that not necessitate the continuous production of videos? These short videos, which do not even feature a complete song, constantly changing songs, ultimately relying on pitch correction to showcase one's singing ability, how much can this truly enhance a singer's own vocal skills?
Yang Shihan began to feel worried
I am reflecting on how music used to develop so well, with so many great singers and so many beautiful songs, but ultimately the entire industry was later destroyed by piracy
The question posed by Yang Qian finally left Yang Shihan stunned; she fell into deep thought, carefully contemplating her brother's words.
Yang Shihan became increasingly excited as she spoke, feeling that she had come up with a plan to help her brother
However, Yang Qian is prepared to show off in front of his sister today
I have heard of it! I heard it has been quite popular recently. A classmate in our class sang it yesterday, and he said that we should also sing this song when we graduate from high school! By the way, is this song really written by you?
As for whether to stay or leave in the future, he must have a clear discussion with the organization and cannot act impulsively and leave without a word
They are institutions similar to talent agencies, but they specialize in cultivating internet celebrities
The result is not available
As I grew older, the spring breeze once again brought color to the flowers, and you have also added a new year. The phrase 'changing hearts is as difficult as turning back time' conveys the sentiment that things have changed and the past glory is no longer present. The music market is no longer as simple as it once was; it has taken on a new form. Unfortunately, time cannot be turned back, and I can only reminisce about the beauty of that time in my dreams.
Yang Qian pointed to his heart and smiled at his sister
Yang Shihan is somewhat perplexed by her brother's thoughts
Yes, many people sing it. The third class also studied this song a bit before the morning reading class today
Today's goodbye may truly be forever
But not now, Yang Qian has signed a tripartite agreement, and both legally and rationally, he should return to work
However, during the weekend, Yang Shihan saw her brother's graduation photo in a bachelor's robe in the WeChat group "A Loving Family," and it looked exactly like the one in the video
After watching the video, Yang Shihan is now firmly convinced that her brother wrote this song, and she even feels a sense of pride in her heart, proud to have such an amazing brother
Brother, have you written any other songs?
Before the morning reading class, the graduating students shout out an inspiring song, which is a tradition at Hecheng No. 1 High School. Yang Qian also did this when he was in his senior year.
Yang Qian did not sing; he recited it.
Then why don't you agree
Because my singing is not good enough, and I have not written enough songs, I have not reached the level of a singer, and I still need to practice and refine my skills further
Yang Qian smiled and pointed at himself
Indeed, there are reasons in this regard, but the primary reason for Yang Qian's return is that he had already signed a tripartite agreement with Hecheng Television Station even before he had the system, or even six months ago.
Yang Qian smiled and refrained from commenting
There is truth in the video. Yang Qian opened a video website on the computer, searched for the official homepage of Nanyue University, found the full version of the performance video of "Goodbye" which was even pinned at the top, and clicked it to show his sister.
Yang Qian paused for a moment and decided that he still needed to explain the meaning of his words to his sister
Moreover, living at home is also comfortable, and the various pressures are not overwhelming, which is why Yang Qian chose to return
However, Yang Shihan was even more puzzled. Why would her brother, who could both write and sing songs, want to come back
What is the matter with childhood sweethearts?
Moreover, Yang Qian is not satisfied with his own singing skills; he used to sing poorly, but his ears are quite discerning
Perhaps it is because graduation is approaching, and the emotions are in place, that Yang Qian's singing moved even himself
Brother, why don't you become a singer? Why did you come back to our small place, Hecheng, to be a journalist?
Considered half a singer, but not a purely dedicated singer
Yang Qian looked at his sister with a smile in his eyes
However, making short videos does not mean that you cannot sing well or improve yourself
No way, brother, did you write this song? Is it for real?
However, Yang Shihan does not think so
Yang Shihan reluctantly accepted her brother's explanation, but disappointment was evident on her face
Aren't all the songs everyone sings about love? So I replace my past memories with the idea of childhood sweethearts, reminiscing about how wonderful it was when I understood nothing, listening to songs every day, "Two little ones, inseparable day and night"
However, there was no other way; faced with a clever and self-aware younger sister, Yang Qian could only rack his brains to explain in this manner
Let's change the topic. Yang Shihan is quite interested in her brother suddenly being able to write songs
Later, he practiced on his own, comparing himself with the recordings from the system, and he felt that he had never been able to reach the standard of that night!
Yang Shihan still finds it unbelievable
This song has been quite popular recently, hasn't it
Listening to his own singing in the video, Yang Qian felt somewhat emotional
Because I want to sing, I aspire to become a true singer
Wow! Brother, it really is you!
Yang Qian has a rather laid-back personality and does not particularly enjoy competition. He avoids media organizations in Yangcheng or Pengcheng because the competition there is intense, and he has heard that the environment is quite complex. Without any significant background in a big city, he feels that going there might lead to an unhappy experience
Will you not grow old alone in the future, my brother?
This song became popular because of your brother
He wants to sing, so it is impossible for him to stay in Hecheng forever. Yang Qian also understands that sooner or later he will go to a big city, even north of Yangcheng, heading north to seek his fortune.
When I refer to a pure singer, I mean one whose purpose is pure, akin to the past, where the focus is on singing a song well, continuously practicing, singing repeatedly, and constantly improving oneself, until they are satisfied with their performance and their fans are satisfied as well, embodying the essence of a traditional singer
If one can truly achieve such a goal, is there still a need to worry about lacking fame or not being able to make money? Take Liu Tianwang for example, once he releases a song, which internet celebrity can be more popular than him?
At the university graduation ceremony, many students' families came to the school to observe, but Yang Qian's family did not attend
His singing here is truly exceptional
"Having written, you give me the guitar, and I will sing for you."
Yang Shihan immediately recognized that the boy in the graduation gown on stage was her brother. She widened her eyes and walked over from the bedside, her excitement radiating as it flickered along with the display screen
Yang Shihan frowned
Currently, there are no plans to start live streaming or to release audio content. If I want to gain popularity, I could have accepted the offer from an MCN that wanted to sign me previously, and I would have agreed to them!
In the video, Yang Qian plays the guitar and sings the song "Goodbye"
Yang Qian plans that in the future, if others ask similar questions, he will no longer explain; he will simply smile enigmatically and say: "Guess?"
So it turns out that my brother graduated in such a beautiful place
Where is there singing that is not good? Brother, you sing very well, and many people online do not sing as well as you do, yet they dare to post songs on the platform!
It is not a matter of questioning; Yang Shihan merely assumes that this song should be written by professionals and sung by professional singers.
What a stretch... Even Yang Qian wants to give himself a thumbs up
Time once gone will never return, and the past can only be reminisced. This is precisely the meaning conveyed in the song
Really, have you heard this song
Yang Qian helplessly lowered his hands, as he was interrupted; this practice would not involve any calculations
Certainly, the emergence of the "fan" system has reignited Yang Qian's hope in pursuing his dreams
Singing short videos, does that mean they are not singers? Although I say many people sing poorly, there are also some who sing quite well
Yang Qian stood behind his sister. Although he had seen the video before, every time he listened to the words he had spoken on stage at that time, he felt a sense of shame
Yang Qian's smile seems to reflect a heart that is free of turmoil
What childhood sweethearts are there? This song, I wrote it for music. Have you seen those records?
I am too tired
He needs to sing repeatedly, accumulating enough practice sessions to unlock more songs and skills for himself
It is just the right time to practice again, after all, singing in the park is just a way to feed the mosquitoes
I, your brother, just want to become a singer, to sing my songs well, and to be the best singer like the former superstars, whose concerts excite fans immensely
Although Yang Qian is relatively laid-back, he has always been very calm and intelligent, and he clearly knows what his dreams are
Perhaps, it is necessary to wait until he unlocks more skills in his singing ability in the future, understands more techniques for emotional resonance, or continues to practice diligently and discovers the path on his own, only then will he have the possibility to surpass the version of himself at the graduation ceremony
Directly writing about nostalgia for the past music and the flourishing era of illustrated books makes this song feel strange, and it is unlikely that everyone would enjoy listening to such a song, wouldn't you agree
Yang Qian smiled as he picked up the guitar, preparing to sing "Goodbye" for his sister
Yang Shihan was skeptical about her brother's explanation
The song "Goodbye" is one that she truly does not know who wrote it, nor has she ever paid attention to this question, but how could such a beautiful song be written by her own brother
Yang Qian was somewhat at a loss whether to laugh or cry; he pointed to the cabinet where he kept his records and asked his sister to take a look.
Just now, when he was singing, he was expressing such sentiments, which is just right to use to tease my sister
The main reason is still Yang Shihan; she needs to attend classes, and her parents have to take care of her as she is about to enter her third year of high school, which is why they all stayed in Hecheng
To use these as a metaphor for love, you truly have a way with words
While following the influencer route can certainly lead to rapid fame and the quick accumulation of wealth, these are not what Yang Qian desires
Hanhan, flowing water does not compete to be first; what it competes for is to flow endlessly! My singing, like your studies, is a matter of sharpening the axe without delaying the work of chopping wood! Rather than thinking about becoming famous, it is better to lay a solid foundation first
To be a good singer, one must hone their vocal skills to perfection, ensuring that both oneself and the fans enjoy the music, and only then should one consider making short videos. It is a different matter entirely for someone like me, who lacks sufficient ability, to merely seek exposure and aspire to become an internet celebrity by continuously producing videos to showcase how well I can sing. These are two entirely different pursuits, and they are fundamentally at odds with each other
Yang Qian shook his head, his tone still devoid of any ripple of emotion
He can feel the gap between himself and professional singers; merely improving his musical sense, Yang Qian feels, is not enough
So lacking in skill
Yang Shihan still seems a bit unclear about things
Yang Qian made a concerted effort to pull back.
Indeed, brother, you can also start a live broadcast, share audio, and claim to be the author and original singer of "Goodbye". You will definitely gain popularity!
Why ask so much? Doesn't she just want to know about her brother's gossip