Perfect Superstar

The rise and fall of the main theme songs in China beat with the pulse of the times.

The main theme songs first flourished in the 1950s and 1960s. At that time, the country was first established and everything was renewed, and the whole society was full of vigor and vitality. Works reflecting the style of the times emerged in endlessly, and many classics were born.

In the 1970s and 1980s, China achieved great unification, reform and opening up led to prosperity and wealth, and people's material life has been greatly improved. The main theme songs have followed the pace of the times, and a large number of famous young singers have emerged. Still active in the mainstream.

After entering the new century, the main theme songs, like folk songs and popular songs, have fewer and fewer classics, the style is the same, and the melody is repeated, gradually losing its original status.

But on the political level, the vitality of the main theme song is still extremely tenacious. Many major domestic festivals, such as National Day, Army Day, Victory Day, etc., have always played the leading role in the main theme song.

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 which 11 were the main theme works.

There is no need to consider the ratings for this evening.

Lu Chen was temporarily replaced to sing the solo, so when Gu Rui deliberately asked him to sing the main theme song, he immediately thought of many classic main theme works from the dream world in his memory.

There are too many tracks to choose from, and it is enough to take out any one.

Among other things, there are two versions of "I Love You China". Apart from the version sung by Lu Chen just now, the other version is actually more classic and has a real main theme style.

However, after careful consideration, Lu Chen still chose the current version.

The reason is simple, the problem of writing and singing style.

Although the other version is classic and excellent, it is more in line with the requirements, but it is quite different from his previous works in style, including the melody, the content of the lyrics, and the way of singing.

And the current version of "I Love You China" has a very good melody rhythm and emotional expression. It adopts the method of raising first and then suppressing, expressing gratitude, nostalgia, love and blessings to the motherland.

Although the improvised accompaniment was rough, Lu Chen sang with sincere emotion.

Among them, "I love you China's beloved mother, I shed tears for you and I am proud of you!" These two lyrics were sung 10 times over and over again.

It's getting stronger and stronger over and over again!

For the "audience" at the scene, first of all, their feeling is very fresh.

I have never heard such a theme work before!

Lu Chen's "I Love You China" is obviously not pure, or the main theme style that everyone is familiar with. It is more pop-oriented and incorporates a lot of light rock features, 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 intently, completely ignoring the shortcomings of the accompaniment, and nodding frequently along with the melody.

He didn't even know when Gu Rui appeared by his side.

Until Lu Chen finished singing.

There was immediate applause in the studio hall.

Although there were only hundreds of 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 didn't embarrass him, and really gave him face!

Gao Zhixue came back to his senses, saw that it was Gu Rui, and immediately smiled: "That's right, Lu Chen didn't create this song himself, right? I've never heard it before."

If such a work is not newly created, it is impossible for him not to have heard of it.

Gu Rui nodded and replied: "Yes."

Gao Zhixue sighed: "Young people today are really amazing, each generation is better than the previous generation!"

When Director Gao said this, he didn't notice the expression on the face of Director Lu Zhengzhi who was sitting on his right.

Lu Zhengzhi frowned. Suddenly he reached out and patted the microphone placed on the table in front of the seat.

puff! puff!

He asked, "Little comrade, did you write this song yourself?"

Lu Chen replied: "Yes."

There was a slight commotion in the auditorium, and everyone was praising Lu Chen's talent.

Lu Zhengzhi moved his butt a little uneasy, and he straightened up. He said very seriously: "Little comrade, the lyrics of your work are not bad, and your creative talent is worthy of recognition, but the style is not very coordinated with the National Day Gala. We need to reconsider."

What?

Gao Zhixue, Gu Rui, and the Beijing Satellite TV staff were all stunned.

Isn't this song in harmony with the National Day party? What is this?

Lu Zhengzhi probably realized that he didn't speak clearly enough, and added: "That is to say. The characteristics of the main theme are not reflected, it is too similar to an ordinary pop song."

This reason...

Gao Zhixue is a little speechless, is it nitpicking?

Gu Rui suddenly became anxious, his face flushed instantly, and he shouted: "This..."

The music director of Beijing Satellite TV appreciates Lu Chen, and also appreciates Lu Chen's "I Love You China".

Although as the main theme work, this song seems a bit deviant, but both the melody and the lyrics are excellent, and it should be regarded as a unique innovation.

The main theme works from glory to decline, so much need such innovation, should be strongly encouraged and supported.

How could he be beaten to death with such a stick!

Gu Rui's character is straight and upright, and he yells at injustice, and immediately wants to argue with Lu Zhengzhi.

But Gao Zhixue reacted very quickly, and immediately stopped Gu Rui, and said to Lu Zhengzhi: "Let's think about this song, or change it to a more suitable song."

Gu Rui is unhappy, so he is happy in his heart!

It's true that Lu Zhengzhi's rank is higher than him, but Lu Zhengzhi is the leader of CCTV, not Beijing TV. Such a superficial veto of the program is undoubtedly a slap in the face on the spot.

However, in name, CCTV has the responsibility to guide Beijing TV in many aspects, and Lu Zhengzhi came here for this purpose, and his reasons cannot be said to be completely wrong, at least Gu Rui should not and cannot directly conflict with him.

Lu Zhengzhi smiled and leaned back into the seat comfortably.

Now that he is here, he must not be a clay bodhisattva, and he must make a sound when he should make it.

Everyone's eyes returned to the stage - Lu Chen was still standing there!

Many of the staff who acted as spectators showed sympathy. Any newcomer would be extremely depressed if they were hit with a stick like this? Embarrassment is certain.

What everyone didn't expect was that Lu Chen's expression didn't change at all because of Lu Zhengzhi's denial.

He pondered for a while, and said into the microphone: "Director Gu, the two leaders, actually I have another piece that might be more suitable, can you let me sing it again?"

Ok?

Sing one more song?

Lu Zhengzhi couldn't help being stunned.

He turned his head and looked at Gao Zhixue, with a slightly displeased expression on his face.

If it was CCTV's party rehearsal, it would be absolutely impossible for Lu Zhengzhi to agree to such a request.

Killing is killing, if everyone wants to give it another chance, wouldn't everything be messed up?

Moreover, Lu Chen was suspected of not respecting the leader enough.

But this is Beijing Satellite TV after all, and the rehearsal is for Beijing Satellite TV's evening show. He has already made a move just now, and it would be too disrespectful to Gao Zhi to make up his own mind—really think that the editor-in-chief is a muddleheaded person?

So Lu Zhengzhi signaled with his face, and let Gao Zhixue decide for himself.

Gao Zhixue's heart seemed to be galloped by ten thousand grass-mud horses.

The director of the editor-in-chief was really not made of clay, and the clay figurine was even a little bit angry. After thinking for a while, he said decisively: "Lu Chen, then you can sing another song!"

In fact, this is not in compliance with the regulations, but Gao Zhixue doesn't want to be eaten to death in his home court.

So many people in the station are watching!

Where is his face?

Gu Rui looked happy, and quickly asked: "Lu Chen, do you want to go down and get ready?"

Director Gu was worried that Lu Chen was not fully prepared for the temporary song change, and if he sang badly, it would really be over.

He was very unwilling to see Lu Chen lose this opportunity to be on stage.

Lu Chen smiled confidently: "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, and 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 are you singing I love you China again now?

Love again, no, sing again?

Lu Zhengzhi let out a "ha", Gao Zhixue and Gu Rui's expressions froze.

Behind them, there was a burst of discussion.

"Did I hear you right?"

"Did he say it wrong, or did I hear it wrong? Why is it that I love you China again?"

"Is this Lu Chen confused in singing?"

"Hehe, it's interesting."

But neither the faces of the TV station leaders nor the criticisms had any influence on Lu Chen.

He opened his vocal cavity, and directly blasted out another new song with the main theme style!

"The lark flies across the blue sky, I love you China~

I love you China, I love you China~

I love your vigorous spring seedlings, I love your golden autumn fruits,

I love your green pine temperament, I love your red plum character,

I love the sugar cane in your hometown, like milk nourishes my heart~

..."

When Lu Chen sang the first line of lyrics with a clear and pure voice...

The audience is in awe!

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Note: "I Love You China" Lyricist: Qu Cong / Composer: Zheng Qiufeng

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