Chapter 158 I heard that you all want to compete for first place?

Shortly after the "Song Gu" episode was broadcast, Bai Xingjian's "Last Night's Book" also became a hot topic on Weibo.

As the "new favorite" of the two programs "Singing Voice 2024" and "Song Gu", Bai Xingjian has the blessing of huge traffic. Therefore, the hot search terms related to him quickly topped the hot search list, arousing discussions among countless netizens.

[Bai Xingjian continues to write Yue Fei's "Xiao Chongshan", the new work "Last Night's Book"! 】

"what?"

"Bai Xingjian continued Yue Fei's "Xiao Chong Shan"? "Song Gu", are you serious?"

"Programs related to CCTV shouldn't be fake, let me go and listen to them."

"I came back after listening to it! I just want to say that Bai Xingjian is awesome!"

"It's not an ordinary person who can continue a line of Yue Fei's lyrics. Bai Xingjian actually continued five lines, and the meaning and rhyme are not inconsistent with the original lyrics. His creative ability is simply amazing!"

“He not only writes well, but also sings very well!”

"Bai Xingjian's high notes are really driving me crazy!"

"As far as I can remember, there are very few singers on the show Songgu who can combine, compose and sing ancient poems like Bai Xingjian. He should be the first person on this show, right?"

One group of netizens praised "Last Night's Book" for being well-written, while another group of netizens lamented why Bai Xingjian did not sing this song on the stage of "The Voice of China 2024".

"If Bai Xingjian had sung the song 'Last Night's Book' last night, it would be a question whether Vanxia could have stayed at the top for three consecutive weeks."

"That's it!"

"But it's not too late to sing this song next week!"

“Isn’t this song ‘Last Night’s Book’ a solo song? How can I sing it on the stage of ‘The Voice 2024’?”

"Hehehe, this isn't that easy. Just ask Sister Shiqi to find a reason why she can't go on stage."

"Is it really okay just like this?"

"What's wrong with that? I think the production team and Sister Shiqi should be willing to make some sacrifices for the Chinese singer to win first place."

As the conversation went on, many netizens began to leave messages on Bai Xingjian's Weibo spontaneously, leaving "blood letters" asking him to sing "Last Night's Book" on "The Voice of China 2024" next week.

Bai Xingjian also responded to this, telling fans that “you can look forward to it.”

This made countless netizens excited, but of course, some doubts were inevitable.

"The stage of 'The Voice of China 2024' is not sound-edited. Can Bai Xingjian sing the high notes?"

“Hahaha, I hope it doesn’t turn into a car accident scene.”

"No, who told you that Bai Xingjian's high notes were tuned?"

"The one participating in "The Voice of China 2024" is Fenghuang Yufei, right? Is it really okay for Bai Xingjian to sing "Last Night's Book" alone on stage?"

"Why not? Let Bai Xingjian sing on the stage of "The Voice of China 2024" alone. This way, he will be doomed sooner or later!"

……

On Weibo, discussions about "Last Night's Book" continue.

Many music critics on major video platforms have also analyzed the song "Last Night's Book".

However, the one who does the best job in analyzing videos is naturally Su Caitao.

The popularity of the show "Songgu" also rose with the tide, reaching a high point they had never reached before.

In the capital, a meeting room of the "Song Gu" program team.

The director, music director and other members of the creative team looked at the data reports of the latest issue of "Song Gu" and their eyes were almost narrowed into a line due to smiling.

"This episode's ratings have reached 1.63, which is nearly 40% higher than the previous episode. Bai Xingjian's traffic is really scary!"

Director Xu Jun sighed while holding the report.

The music director looked up at him and said, "Director Xu, did we only invite Bai Xingjian for one episode?"

Xu Jun nodded. "That's right. They only signed one episode, but I plan to ask them for a long-term contract later. Bai Xingjian alone has such a high traffic. I can't imagine how much attention our show will get if he and Feng Shiqi join forces."

"Indeed." The music director nodded, "But does Bai Xingjian have any other songs in this genre?"

"There should be more, right? And even if there isn't, just let him write and sing it now."

"That's right. Wasn't the song that Fenghuang Yufei sang when she participated in "The New Era of Heavenly Group" also written and sung by Bai Xingjian? He should have the ability to do this."

"That's right. We can also expand the theme of the song. Didn't we combine ancient poetry in this issue? Let's combine ancient objects in the next issue. This will allow Bai Xingjian to expand his thoughts and not just be limited to ancient poetry."

"But Bai Xingjian is also going to participate in "The Voice of China 2024". If he sings new songs on that show, he will have to write two songs a week. Can he write enough?"

"It seems so."

"Never mind him. Director Xu can still go and ask. What if Bai Xingjian has this ability?"

Other people in the meeting room also gave suggestions.

"Yes, that's the truth."

Xu Jun agreed with their opinion. "Then I'll go ask him first. If Bai Xingjian agrees, then let him try the theme of antiquities in the next issue."

……

In a luxury hotel not far from the Mango Broadcasting Building.

"Yaya, we have won first place in three episodes of "The Voice of China 2024", which is a great result!"

Vanxia's agent, Zora, said in a very approving tone.

But the next second, she became serious and said, "But considering that they are the host, we should hold back. If we continue like this, they will be unhappy."

"I know what to do, Sister Zora."

Vanxia raised the corner of his mouth slightly, and then said: "But I feel that this is actually not necessary, because the group called Fenghuang Yufei is very powerful, especially the boy named Bai Xingjian, he is... very strong."

Just now, Vanxia also saw Bai Xingjian's performance on "Songgu".

Although I don't quite understand what he is singing, as a musician, Vanxia can understand a song beyond the language.

In her eyes, Bai Xingjian's singing of "Last Night's Book" was great, especially his high notes. As a male singer, his performance could be said to be impeccable.

"Very strong? Then aren't they still in second place after singing for two episodes?"

Agent Zora rolled her eyes and said, "That's why I'm planning to ask you to let them go and give them the first place next time."

Vanxia curled her lips: "Okay, I get it."

Seeing her like this, Zora sighed helplessly: "There's nothing we can do. We still need some social skills to travel around the world. Besides, you can take this opportunity to relax. Let's not stay in the hotel to practice singing these days. Let's go out for a trip and taste the local food."

Vanxia's eyes lit up, and the corners of his mouth couldn't help but rise, and the gloom just now disappeared.

"Fantastic!!!"

……

Another room in the same hotel.

Shantimo was also talking to her agent, but the topic was completely different from Vanxia and the others.

“Momo, what’s wrong with your recent form? You’ve dropped to fifth place this time? If you drop any further, we’ll be out!”

Shantimo's manager said to her rather annoyed.

Because of Shantimo's recent poor performance, some voices have emerged both at home and abroad that are not very good for her.

The agent is now a little anxious about this situation.

"Don't rush, don't rush."

Shantimo waved her hands. "I admit that I have been slacking off on the stage of The Voice 2024 recently, but it's not my fault. Except for Vanxia, ​​other singers are not challenging, which makes me lose the energy to sing."

The agent didn't know whether to laugh or cry: "Then I beg you to give it some more effort next time, okay? If you don't take it seriously, we might really be fired!"

"Don't worry, this will never happen!"

Shantimo raised a hand and signaled her manager to calm down: "Then I will sing seriously next week and try to get first place again. After all, Yaya has won three first places, so it's my turn now."

The agent smiled knowingly: "That's right!"

Suddenly thinking of something, the agent blinked and said to Shantimo, "Momo, how about you post a Weibo and congratulate Vanxia for winning the first place for three consecutive weeks?"

"no problem."

Shantimo put down her eyebrow pencil, tidied up the dressing table, picked up her phone, and quickly edited a Weibo post to send out.

The content of the Weibo post was also very simple, just thanking everyone for their support. She said that she would try her best to win the first place in the next issue, and expressed her congratulations to Vanxia.

As soon as this Weibo post was released, it caused heated discussions among many netizens.

"Momo, you are finally serious!"

"The borders of the country have become a little loose."

"Come on, Momo! Take the first place after a long absence!" "Hahaha, brother Yoyo is a bit miserable. I was hoping that "Last Night's Book" would have a chance to take the first place, but Shantimo wanted to compete for the first place again. It's so difficult!"

"Facing challenges head-on is the real skill! I believe in Brother Xing Jian!"

……

Monday, April 7th.

"Xingjian, I have good news for you. After three days online, the sales of the album "Phoenix Legend" have exceeded 200 million!"

Zheng Wei's voice came from the phone.

"So fast?" Bai Xingjian said in surprise, "I thought this album didn't sell well."

The album "Phoenix Legend" includes nine songs, so the price will naturally be much higher than the single album, and it has reached 20 yuan.

Moreover, all nine songs in this album were sung by Bai Xingjian and Feng Shiqi on "New Era of Heavenly Group", and there are live versions of them.

So Bai Xingjian had never expected that this album would sell so well. He thought that the sales of this album would be rather dismal.

"You underestimate the current popularity of you and Shiqi!"

Zheng Wei's tone was very gratified, and then he changed the subject and asked, "What are you going to do with the three songs "Sparrow", "Happiness", and "The Seventh Chapter of the Night"? Are you going to leave them as they are for now?"

"Just leave it there for now." Bai Xingjian responded.

Although these three songs already have studio versions, Bai Xingjian did not include them in the album "Phoenix Legend".

"Okay, I'll follow your instructions."

Zheng Wei smiled and continued, "Just now, the official of Songgu called me again. They plan to sign a long-term contract with us. The appearance fee for you and Shiqi to participate in an episode of Songgu individually is 250,000 yuan, and the appearance fee for a duo is 350,000 yuan, but you both have to sing your new song."

"Do you have any thoughts on this?"

"I don't have any ideas, just do it."

Why not make money? Bai Xingjian is no fool.

"Are you sure you can handle it? There's "Singing 2024" and "Songgu", two new songs in one week, can you create this?"

This time, it was Zheng Wei who began to back down.

Bai Xingjian smiled and said, "It's okay, Sister Wei. I'm at the age of striving now, so I have to push myself."

As he said this, Bai Xingjian woke up the system panel.

He raised his eyebrows, as if to say to the system: "Do you think I'm right?"

Zheng Wei on the phone laughed muffledly: "Okay, then you just work hard! I'll go and draft a contract for you."

"Okay, Sister Wei."

After hanging up the phone, Bai Xingjian began to "force himself" and added all his attribute points to [Popularity] in his special skills.

[(Music) Pop: B (15/40)]

[Attribute points: 0]

He plans to sing "A Bridge of Fate" with his cheap sister on "The Voice of China 2024" this week.

This song requires quite high singing skills. Even Bai Xingjian, who can sing "Last Night's Book" quite perfectly, felt some pressure.

"Let's go, Ajian, practice singing!"

Feng Shiqi walked out of the room in a rage.

As a surfing expert, she has naturally seen the criticism about their rapid development on Weibo in recent days.

Even though Feng Shiqi has a big heart, she was still very angry about some of the remarks.

In addition, A Jian said that he had a very strong song, so Feng Shiqi also had an idea about the first place in "The Voice of China 2024" this week.

As for those stinky keyboard warriors on the Internet, she must take first place and slap them in the face!

"go!"

Bai Xingjian felt similarly to his cheap sister, but what he wanted more was to complete the task given by the system this time.

If he fails to complete the task, he will be very sad about the reward.

……

Time passed day by day as I practiced singing.

Thursday, March 8th.

The program team of "The Voice of China 2024" announced the detailed information of the two groups of singers on Weibo.

One is a domestic independent pop band, Black Tiger.

The other is a male singer from Japan, Ju Jinyi.

As soon as the news was announced, it quickly aroused heated discussions among netizens.

"I know the Black Tiger Band. They are very strong. They were on the same show as Phoenix Yufei before, 'New Era of Heavenly Group'."

"This band is really good! I've been following "New Era of Heavenly Bands" and of all the bands, Black Tiger is the most suitable!"

"So who is this other Japanese male singer who's having a good time, Ju Jinyi?"

"I don't know. I've never heard of it. I feel like he's a nobody."

“Not really, not really. Although Ju Jinyi is not active in the music industry now, more than a decade ago, many of the music produced in the Greater Bay Area were covers of his songs.”

"I know this. Songs like 'Sunset', 'Snowfall', 'Old Man' and 'Sad Atlantic' were all written by Ju Jinyi."

"Holy crap! Is Ju Jinyi so awesome? Are all these popular songs in China covers of his?"

"That's right! What's even more terrifying is that this man is only 41 years old this year. In addition, he was a baseball player before. Whether it's physical function or condition, he is still very good now."

"Holy crap! Ju Jinyi is so awesome?!"

"More than ten years ago... Then wouldn't his creative talent when he was young be comparable to Bai Xingjian's?"

"You can understand it that way, but creative talent is only one aspect of Ju Jinyi. He is also well-known in the sports world of Japan. When he was 25 years old, he set a new professional baseball record of hitting 55 home runs in a single season, which has not been broken to this day."

"Both literature and sports are good? That's amazing!"

"Ju Jinyi has recently opened an official Weibo account. If you are interested, you can follow it."

After learning some information, netizens who previously looked down on Ju Jinyi became silent.

It is indeed difficult to criticize this man who is good at both literature and sports.

After the program team announced the detailed information of the two groups of singers, Ju Jinyi also posted a Weibo.

[I am very happy to participate in "The Voice of China 2024". I don't have any goal this time, just getting first place will be enough. 】

The accompanying picture is a photo of him hitting a baseball in a professional baseball game.

After this Weibo post was published, Weibo suddenly exploded.

"[No goal, just get first place]?"

"I know you are very capable, but please don't be so arrogant."

"Are you looking down on us Chinese singers? Even though we ourselves seem to look down on us a little, you can't look down on us!"

"Where is Bai Xingjian? Where is Bai Xingjian? Let this Ju Jinyi challenge you and make sure he can't reveal the list!"

"Don't call me Bai Xingjian here. Bai Xingjian has to call me "senior" in front of Ju Jinyi."

……

[New task released: Please ask the host to post a Weibo to respond to Shantimo and Ju Jinyi's desire to win the first place in "The Voice 2024" this week]

[Note: Your response needs to have attitude]

[Reward: Musical work "Damadan"*1, attribute points*6]

Bai Xingjian, who was browsing Weibo on his phone, suddenly fixed his gaze.

Why does this type of task feel a bit familiar?
Bai Xingjian did not hesitate. He thought it would be a waste not to do the task. After all, he was at the age to strive for success.

After thinking for a while, Bai Xingjian found a photo he had taken during his visit to Mount Tai in his photo album, posted it, and captioned it:

[I heard that you all want to compete for first place? ]

It is worth mentioning that in the photo, Bai Xingjian is standing on the top of Mount Tai, overlooking everything below. Next to the picture, there is a line of ancient poetry:

[I will climb to the top of the mountain and look down on all the other mountains]

This poem was not just written by Bai Xingjian on the photo, but had existed before.

(End of this chapter)