As a reporter for the special issue of "People's Daily", Liu Zhen received the interview assignment from above today and began to collect information and conduct research and understanding of the interviewees.
He knows Zheng Qian and has heard Zheng Qian's songs. He likes "Faith" and "I Want It Even If I Die" the most. Many colleagues are also familiar with Zheng Qian.
After all, the ratings of "Chinese Idol" were surprisingly high, surpassing CCTV's prime time slot in the same period.
With such horrific ratings, even if you have never watched this show, you have heard the songs sung by the contestants.
For example, Zheng Qian's first song has become popular on both sides of the Taiwan Strait since he entered the competition.
With this huge exposure, almost every young person has heard of the name Zheng Qian more or less.
But this time, the song "My Motherland" broke Liu Zhen's previous impression of Zheng Qian and surprised him.
I originally thought I was just a pop singer, but I didn't expect to be a civilian cadre. "Soldier", which is now a hit in the military, was written by Zheng Qian.
And when he got to know Zheng Qian in depth, he couldn't help but be amazed.
Half a year ago, although Zheng Qian was not yet impoverished, he was already traveling on the fringes of the entertainment industry.
With an extreme lack of exposure, it was naturally impossible to become a popular singer. At that time, Zheng Qian, to put it in a more ironic tone, was just an unknown artist on the 18th tier.
So whether it's filming a print advertisement or a commercial performance, in order to make a living, you basically just need to pay to do it.
Often, the labor fees that can be earned during a trip are only a few thousand yuan. After deducting miscellaneous costs, there is basically not much left. It is a real money-making family.
To put it nicely, he is an artist, but to put it badly, he is unemployed and needs to be rescued by young people.
But since participating in the "Singer" program organized by CCTV Variety Channel, Zheng Qian seems to have changed as a person, his whole spirit and spirit are different, and every time he sings, he is an original work.
In fact, this is not the most important thing. The most important thing is that the quality of these original songs is astonishingly good.
He has been invited to collaborate with popular singers such as Liu Yihua, S.V.E, Wei Yehong, etc., and was also spotted by Universal Music Hong Kong. The two parties actually released two albums in a row through cooperation, and the first mini-album "Qian Qian Gongzi" to test the water,
Without any marketing promotion, it actually exceeded 500,000 copies!
And now the popular album "The Long Road to Life" is on the market. According to the latest data, it is about to hit one million sales.
In this era, an album can sell millions of copies, which is beyond the knowledge of people in the industry. Even a superstar like Liu Yihua cannot guarantee that he can achieve such sales.
It’s no wonder that after Universal Music tasted the sweetness, they would continue to cooperate with Zheng Qian life or death.
Capital is profit-seeking. If Zheng Qian was worthless, he would never be treated like this.
This is only superficial value. When Liu Zhen dug deeper into Zheng Qian's information, he found that Zheng Qian had performed quite well since he was specially recruited into the art troupe. During a performance rehearsal, in order to help his comrades in the art troupe solve a problem, Zheng Qian
Qian directly composed the piece "Steel Torrent March".
Liu Zhen was shocked. He had heard this piece of music. Even "People's Daily" had commented on this march two months ago. At that time, "News Network" also played this piece of music. People thought that this piece of music would be
A big shot in the industry created it, but he never expected that "March of Steel Torrent" was actually written by a young man.
And this person turned out to be Zheng Qian.
This simply subverted Liu Zhen's imagination.
You must know that after the performance team of "March of Steel Torrent" went on a visit with the leaders, this piece of music became popular throughout Eastern European countries. Many music schools at home and abroad have performed this piece of music, and it was considered a rage.
People highly praise this piece of music.
Even Liu Zhen never thought that this piece of music was composed by a young man in his early twenties.
This is not over yet. The red songs "We Soldiers" and "When That Day Comes" composed by Zheng Qian were promoted throughout the army and achieved great response. They were recently selected into the latest issue of "100 Classic Red Songs".
Now, the release of "My Motherland" seems to have ignited the previous accumulation. Only belatedly, everyone discovered that Zheng Qian was actually a member of the Communist Party and an active civilian soldier.
In particular, the emotion contained in this song seems to have shocked the higher-ups, and the song has also been included in the People's Education Press's primary school textbook.
The relevant interview tasks also fell on Liu Zhen.
Liu Zhen has interviewed political dignitaries and wealthy businessmen before, but this is his first time interviewing a celebrity. He is also looking forward to meeting Zheng Qian in his heart. When sorting out the questions, he will focus on "My Motherland".
There are only four people in the entire interview team. In addition to Liu Zhen's assistant partner, there are two photographers who will accompany the interview. In addition to taking photos, they will also leave video materials.
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On the other side, after Zheng Qian returned to the capital, he went straight to the family home of the General Political Department Song and Dance Ensemble.
The interview was scheduled for tomorrow morning. After receiving a call from Zheng Qian, Ren Xin took the spare key and entered Zheng Qian's house to help wash his military uniform.
However, what makes Zheng Qian a little embarrassed is that in addition to washing the military uniform, Ren Xin also washed her own underwear...
Ren Xin looked unconcerned, "Don't worry, I washed it by hand!"
It’s embarrassing to wash your hands, sister...
Zheng Qian sighed and went to the balcony to look at his clothes.
He actually wanted Ren Xin to take it to the dry cleaners, but he didn't expect that this sister actually did it herself. Although he looked calm on the surface, he was actually quite moved in his heart.
There was enough sun and the clothes were completely dry.
Ren Xin picked up the iron and ironed it again. The military green uniform was so brand new that it was ready to be worn without any wrinkles.
She patted it with her hand, smelled it a little, and suddenly said happily: "It's not bad, it smells like sunshine."
After receiving the uniform of the General Political Art Troupe, Zheng Qian only wore it once when taking his ID photo, and the rest of the time he basically wore it. In addition, he belongs to a creative studio and will not perform at the grassroots level. This uniform
It's even harder to put it on once.
At this time, Hao Youfan also came to the house, carrying a hairdressing kit.
After all, he is going to appear in the "People's Daily". Zheng Qian's hair is already a bit long now. After washing his hair, if it is not styled, it will hang between his eyebrows. After styling it, it looks a bit like Cai Guoqing when he was young. It can be said to be perfect.
It blends the style of the times.
Hao Youfan is very good at haircuts. This time he came and planned to trim Zheng Qian's hair. There is no need for a short haircut. Normal short hair is natural and comfortable.
After everything was taken care of, Zheng Qian put on his military uniform, put on his leather shoes, and stood in front of the mirror.
"It still fits quite well." Ren Xin helped Zheng Qian tie his tie: "The dark blue uniforms of the air administration in the past looked very energetic, but this dark green one looks very solemn. Each one has its own differences.
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Hao Youfan looked at Zheng Qian and kept giggling, sniffing from time to time.
Zheng Qian was speechless.
"Brother Qian, my childhood dream was to marry a soldier, but I haven't hugged a soldier until now. It's a pity, look..." Hao Youfan said with longing.
"no!"
Ren Xin and Zheng Qian said in unison.
Hao Youfan was stunned for a moment, and then burst into tears.
Wang Gang, who was standing outside the door, looked around in confusion.
Hao Youfan stopped crying instantly and glared at him: "What are you looking at? Have you never seen a fierce girl cry?"
Wang Gang smiled sarcastically.
After just trying it on, Zheng Qian changed into normal clothes.
Tomorrow was the interview time. Although I was excited, I still had things to do this afternoon, so after having lunch with Ren Xin and others, I asked Wang Gang to drive him to the Song and Dance Ensemble of the General Political Department.
When they arrived at the place, Wang Chuanjun had been waiting for a long time. After a while of greetings from both sides, Zheng Qian took out the prepared lyrics and music from his bag, put it in a document bag, and handed it to Wang Chuanjun, "Director Wang, fortunately, I have lived up to my command, and finally I am here.
We got it out as quickly as possible, look at it."
Wang Chuanjun did not open it immediately, but poured Zheng Qian a cup of tea enthusiastically, "Xiao Zheng, thank you for your hard work. Come and have some tea."
Zheng Qian was flattered and took it with both hands.
Wang Chuanjun looked at Zheng Qian, and the more he looked, the more satisfied he became: "To be honest, the best decision I made this year was to transfer you to me. I deeply feel that you can maximize your strengths here.
Since the song "My Motherland" was played on Xiangnan Satellite TV, do you know how many leaders have called me in the past few days?"
"I won't say much more about compliments, my ear calluses are almost forming."
Wang Chuanjun said with a smile: "There is one thing I want to tell you. This is also the news I just received. The National Day themed party held by CCTV has called for you to perform there, but now there is a situation where "My Motherland"
The performance quota for this song is already full..."
Zheng Qian was stunned, what happened?
"I asked you before about the song you are writing now. You said it cannot be sung alone. Only a choir can perform the momentum of this song. I have asked you again and again whether this is true, but you are still sure."
Wang Chuanjun smiled wickedly, "Now, there is such an opportunity to appear in front of the people of the whole country. Let me ask you, do you want it or not?"
Zheng Qian almost slapped the table and scolded his mother, but he finally held it back and said with a smile: "Who doesn't want such an opportunity? I want it too! Director Wang, please don't hide your words. I'm stupid and can't understand."
"What's not clear about this?"
Wang Chuanjun said seriously: "Use your talent and write another song that you can sing alone!"
Zheng Qian was so angry that he almost spit out blood.
Shameless!
So shameless!
I really think this kind of song is a piece of Chinese cabbage!
Wang Chuanjun was also a little embarrassed, and said with a dry smile: "Well, CCTV's funds are really limited! There is no labor fee, but our general administration will not let the subordinates feel cold, so I applied with our group and then approved it.
Your 100,000 creative funds! Think hard and work hard, you know?"
"I understand, leader, thank you for your kindness."
Zheng Qian said weakly.
Wang Chuanjun pointed at Zheng Qian, laughed loudly, and then opened the document bag with excitement.
The next moment, he saw the title of the work at the top of the lyrics and music score - "The Soul of the Chinese Army".
He only glanced twice and immediately sat upright.
Wang Chuanjun is a national first-level screenwriter, but at the same time, he is also a well-known military lyricist in China, a director of the Chinese Musicians Association, and now serves as an editorial board member of the "Song" editorial department of the Chinese Musicians Association. He is also a military music researcher at a military art academy.
Researcher of the institute.
His many titles also prove his professionalism in music.
Therefore, when he read the lyrics and music of "The Soul of the Chinese Army" word by word, the smile on his face gradually disappeared, replaced by excitement and disbelief.
"If the motherland is invaded
Hot-blooded men should strengthen themselves
Drink up this bowl of hometown wine
A strong man will never return—"
Wang Chuanjun's eyes were red, and the aura of despair in the lyrics completely shocked him.
After a while, there was a snapping sound.
Wang Chuanjun stood up as he slapped the case, with an excited look on his face: "Xiao Zheng, you...you..."
Because he was so excited, his tongue was tied up and his speech was incoherent for a while.
Zheng Qian picked up the tea cup, took a leisurely sip, and said calmly: "Director Wang, why are you so excited?"
Wang Chuanjun was stunned for a moment, unable to laugh or cry, but he couldn't help but give a thumbs up: "This song you wrote is so good! Really, you are so talented! You are truly the most spiritual songwriter I have ever seen.
What do you say about these lyrics? They are so powerful! Although they are two different styles from "My Motherland", they are the same classic! Not bad, very good!"
Zheng Qian looked at the happy look of the big boss, and suddenly remembered what Yang Hongyi, the officer of the air administration, said in his mind.
It seems that Wang Chuanjun’s sister Wang Weihong is also the chief director of the two Spring Festival Galas?
Zheng Qian seems to have seen relevant news in the newspaper before. It seems that Wang Weihong will take over the Spring Festival Gala this year!
So Zheng Qian coughed: "Director Wang, something suddenly occurred to me..."
Wang Chuanjun looked at the lyrics and music score without even raising his head, "Say."
"Um... I heard that you are the director Wang Weihong?" Zheng Qian asked tentatively.
Wang Chuanjun paused and raised his head: "It's my sister, what's wrong?"
"Haha, it turns out it's true."
Zheng Qian lowered his voice: "You know, I'm a singer. Which singer doesn't want to go to the Spring Festival Gala..."
Wang Chuanjun suddenly laughed, "If you didn't mention this, I almost forgot. Wei Hong is indeed the director of this year's Spring Festival Gala. I understand what you are thinking. Do you want to go to the Spring Festival Gala?"
Zheng Qian also smiled and said without hesitation: "I want to!"
Wang Chuanjun smiled and said: "Don't worry, you will definitely be there for this year's Spring Festival Gala."
Zheng Qian was dumbfounded. Is it so simple?
He couldn't believe it: "Is it true? Director Wang, please don't fool me, I will believe it to be true!"
Wang Chuanjun finally had the lyrics and music score in his hands at this moment, "There is something I don't know if I can tell you now - but it's okay to tell you. But first of all, I cannot guarantee whether things will change in the end."
"Say." Zheng Qian became curious.
Wang Chuanjun said: "Not long ago, Wei Hong told me that this year CCTV will create a national talent show, which seems to be called "Avenue of Stars", in which contestants with outstanding performance will be directly connected to the Spring Festival Gala channel and directly perform on the Spring Festival Gala."
Zheng Qian was shocked when he heard the name of the program "Avenue of Stars". Good guy, this program is definitely the highlight of CCTV!
It seems that the high ratings of "Chinese Idol" stimulated CCTV to start producing similar programs.
"I heard from Wei Hong that one of the judges planned for "Avenue of Stars" is you."
Wang Chuanjun paused and then said: "The jury and the top contestants will perform at the Spring Festival Gala together."
Zheng Qian's heart was in his throat.
For a moment, I just felt my scalp numb: "What did you say?"
"You are one of the temporarily scheduled judges for "Avenue of Stars". The jury will attend the Spring Festival Gala together with the contestants." Wang Chuanjun repeated.
Zheng Qian opened his mouth: "Are you sure?"
"The news is certain. Wei Hong told me personally."
Wang Chuanjun smiled and said: "But everything will change before notice is given."
Zheng Qian suddenly rubbed his arms quickly with his hands.
At this moment, he really had goosebumps all over his body.
This news is so amazing!
Now I am still a player...
Could it be that in a few months, I would be able to transform myself into a judge on CCTV’s flagship program?