The rise and fall of domestic main theme songs beat with the pulse of the times.
Main theme songs first flourished in the 1950s and 1960s. At that time, the country was newly established and everything was renewed. The whole society was full of vigor and vitality. Works reflecting the style of the times emerged one after another, and many classics were born.
In the 1970s and 1980s, China achieved great unification, reform and opening up led to prosperity, and the people's material life was greatly improved. The main theme songs followed the pace of the times, and a large number of famous young singers emerged. Today,
Still active in the mainstream.
After entering the new century, theme songs, like national songs and popular songs, have become less and less classic, with the same styles and old melodies, gradually losing their original status.
But at the political level, the vitality of main melody songs is still extremely tenacious. On many major domestic festivals, such as National Day, Army Day, Victory Day, etc., main melody works have always played the leading role.
For example, in Beijing Satellite TV's 2015 National Day Gala, there were as many as 15 singing and dancing programs, accounting for 70% of the total, including 11 main theme works.
There is no need to consider the issue of ratings for this party.
Lu Chen was temporarily replaced as a soloist, so when Gu Rui wanted him to sing the main melody song, he immediately thought of many classic main melody works from the dream world in his memory.
There are so many tracks to choose from, just picking one out is enough to fill the stage.
Apart from anything else, there are two versions of "I Love You China" alone. Except for the version just sung by Lu Chen, the other version is actually more classic and has a real main melody style.
However, after careful consideration, Lu Chen still chose the version he was currently using.
The reason is very simple, it is a matter of composition and singing style.
Although the other version is a classic and excellent, and more in line with the requirements, the style is very different from his previous works, including the melody, the lyrics, and the way of singing.
The current version of "I Love You China" is still very good in terms of melody, rhythm and emotional expression. It adopts the technique of rising first and then suppressing, expressing the gratitude, attachment, love and blessing to the motherland.
Although the improvised accompaniment was rough, Lu Chen incorporated his sincere emotions into his singing.
Among them, "I love you, China's beloved mother, I cry for you and I am proud of you!" These two lines were sung over and over again 10 times. They became stronger every time!
For the "audience" at the scene, first of all, their feeling is very fresh.
I have never heard such a main theme work before!
Lu Chen's song "I Love You China" is obviously not pure, or the main melody style that everyone is familiar with. It is more pop-oriented and incorporates many characteristics of light rock, which is refreshing.
And the emotions expressed in Lu Chen's singing moved them again!
There is no doubt that this is a good song.
At least Gao Zhixue listened so engrossed that he completely ignored the shortcomings of the accompaniment and nodded frequently along with the melody.
He didn't even know when Gu Rui would appear next to him.
Until Lu Chen finished singing.
Inside the studio hall, warm applause immediately erupted.
Although there were only a few hundred people at the scene, the atmosphere created was not bad, and many people even stood up and applauded.
"Director Gao, what do you think of this song?"
Gu Rui asked with a smile, a little proud.
He took the risk and strongly recommended Lu Chen. Lu Chen did not embarrass him and really made him look good!
Gao Zhixue came back to his senses and when he saw it was Gu Rui, he immediately smiled: "Yes, this song is not Lu Chen's original creation, right? I have never heard it before."
If such a work was not newly created, it is impossible that he would not have heard of it.
Gu Rui nodded and replied: "Yes."
Gao Zhixue sighed: "Today's young people are really amazing, each generation is getting stronger than the previous generation!"
When Director Gao said this, he did not notice the expression on the face of Director Lu Zheng, who was sitting on his right.
Lu Zhengzheng frowned. Suddenly he reached out and patted the microphone placed on the table in front of his seat.
Phew! Phew!
He asked: "Little comrade, did you write this song yourself?"
Lu Chen replied: "Yes."
There was a gentle roar in the audience, everyone was praising Lu Chen's talent.
Lu Zhengzheng moved his butt a little uneasily. He straightened up and said seriously: "Little comrade, the lyrics of your piece are not bad, and your creative talent is worthy of recognition, but the style is not very consistent with the National Day Gala. We
Need to reconsider.”
What?
Gao Zhixue, Gu Rui and the Beijing TV staff at the scene were all stunned.
This song is not very harmonious with the National Day Party? What kind of statement is this?
Lu Zhengzheng probably realized that he didn't speak clearly enough, so he added: "That is to say, the characteristics of the main melody are not reflected, it is too much like an ordinary pop song."
this reason
Gao Zhixue was a little speechless. Is he being picky?
Gu Rui suddenly became anxious, his face turned red instantly, and he shouted: "This"
The music director of Beijing Satellite TV admired Lu Chen and his song "I Love You China".
Although as a main melody work, this song seems a bit unconventional, both the melody and the lyrics are excellent, and it should be considered a unique innovation.
The main melody works have gone from glory to decline. Such innovation is so needed and should be strongly encouraged and supported.
How could he be beaten to death with a stick like this?
Gu Rui had an upright character and immediately wanted to argue with Lu Zhengyi.
But Gao Zhixue reacted very quickly and immediately stopped Gu Rui and said to Lu Zhengyi: "Let's think about this song again, or change it to a more suitable song."
Gu Rui was unhappy, but he was not happy at all!
It is true that Lu Zhengzheng has a higher rank than him, but Lu Zhengzheng is the leader of CCTV, not Beijing TV. Such an overreaching veto of the program would be a slap in the face.
However, nominally, CCTV has the responsibility to guide Beijing TV in many aspects. This is why Lu Zhengyi came here. His reasons cannot be said to be completely wrong. At least Gu Rui should not and cannot directly conflict with him.
Lu Zhengzheng smiled and leaned back comfortably into his seat.
Now that he's here, he definitely can't be a clay Bodhisattva. He must make his voice when it's time to make it.
Everyone's eyes returned to the stage. Lu Chen was still standing there!
Many of the staff who acted as spectators showed sympathetic expressions. Any newcomer who was hit with a stick like this would probably be extremely depressed, right? The embarrassment was bound to happen.
What everyone didn't expect was that Lu Chen's expression did not change at all due to Lu Zhengzheng's denial.
He pondered for a moment and then said into the microphone: "Director Gu, two leaders, I actually have another piece that may be more suitable. Can you let me sing it again?"
Um?
Sing another song?
Lu Zhengzheng couldn't help being stunned.
He turned his head and looked at Gao Zhixue, looking a little unhappy.
If it were a CCTV party rehearsal, Lu Zhengzheng would never agree to such a request.
If he is killed, he is killed. If everyone wants to give him another chance, wouldn't everything be in chaos?
Moreover, Lu Chen was suspected of not respecting his leadership enough.
But this is Beijing Satellite TV after all, and what is being rehearsed is the Beijing Satellite TV party program. He has already taken action once before, and it would be too disrespectful to Gao Zhixue to make his own decisions. Do you really think that the director of the Chief Editor's Office is a fool?
So Lu Zhengzheng used his expression to signal and let Gao Zhixue make his own decision.
Gao Zhixue felt as if ten thousand grass and mud horses were galloping past.
The director of the Editor-in-Chief's Office was really not a man of clay. He was actually quite angry. He thought for a moment and said decisively: "Lu Chen, then you can sing another song!"
In fact, this was against the rules, but Gao Zhixue didn't want to be beaten to death on his home court.
There are so many people in the station watching!
Where to put his face?
Gu Rui looked happy and asked quickly: "Lu Chen, do you want to go down and prepare first?"
Director Gu was worried that Lu Chen was not fully prepared for a temporary song change. If he sang again and failed, it would really be over.
He was very reluctant to see Lu Chen lose this opportunity to come to power.
Lu Chen smiled confidently and said: "Thank you two leaders, thank you Director Gu, I can sing this song a cappella."
His smile infected Gu Rui, who inexplicably developed a sense of trust and said, "Okay then."
Lu Chen nodded.
He took a deep breath and said into the microphone: "This song is also my original work. Its name is I Love You China!"
What?
Everyone in the studio wondered if they heard it wrong!
Didn't Lu Chen just sing "I Love You China"? Why is he singing "I Love You China" again now?
Love again, no, sing again?
Lu Zhengzheng said "ha", and the expressions of Gao Zhixue and Gu Rui froze.
Behind them, there were waves of discussion.
"Did I hear correctly?"
"Did he say it wrong, or did I hear it wrong? Why is it I love you China again?"
"Is this Lu Chen confused?"
"Haha, that's interesting."
But neither the faces of the TV station leaders nor the criticism had any impact on Lu Chen.
He opened up his voice and sang out another new song with a main melody style!
"The lark flies across the blue sky, I love you China~
I love you China, I love you China~
I love your vigorous seedlings in spring, I love your golden fruits in autumn,
I love your green pine temperament, I love your red plum character,
I love the sweet cane from your hometown, as if milk nourishes my heart ~
…”
When Lu Chen sang the first lyrics with a clear and pure voice,
The whole audience was in awe!——
Note: "I Love You China" Lyricist: Qu Cong/Composer: Zheng Qiufeng
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