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Chapter 096 Opportunistic

People who were initially upset about Yang Du performing two songs at the National Day Gala have largely lost their temper after watching "The Lone Warrior".

You can say that Yang Du's way of finding inspiration by posting those stories about wicked mothers-in-law and idealized female figures on Weibo is too wild, and even seems a bit unprofessional, but you absolutely cannot say that Yang Du is bad at writing.

The quality of "The Lone Warrior" is undeniable.

Judging from the program list released by the official organizers, Yang Du's other song, "Today is Your Birthday," is clearly a mainstream work with a traditional narrative style.

As the progress bar gradually slid to the end, Yang Jiayin, a key player of the national team, stepped onto the stage with a smile.

Song: "Today is Your Birthday"

Singer: Yang Jiayin

Lyrics by Yang Du

Composer: Yang Du

The prelude flowed out slowly, like a spring breeze, gently caressing everyone's heart.

A residential community in Beijing.

Chen Jianguo leaned back on the sofa, his eyes slightly narrowed as he looked at the television screen.

On television, Yang Jiayin's deep and powerful singing continued, but in Chen Jianguo's heart, a raging storm was brewing.

As the vice chairman of the Music Association, he has listened to at least eight hundred, if not a thousand, mainstream songs in his life.

For many songs, once the intro starts, he can basically tell how the chorus will go and how the lyrics will be piled up to elevate the theme.

However, at this moment, Chen Jianguo suddenly realized that he could no longer use those old frameworks to confine Yang Du's work.

Beside her, Xiao Peiwen picked up a piece of watermelon with a toothpick. She had only taken a bite when she heard her husband's faint sigh. She could no longer suppress a smile.

She exclaimed in admiration, "Someone who can sing two songs at a gala must have real talent. Unlike some people in your industry who aren't very capable and just rest on their laurels."

"Not only does he act like a senior, but he also puts on airs like a professor all day long, using his connections to suppress talented juniors. He's really shameless."

These words were almost a direct insult to Jiang Yinglan, and of course, they also dragged Chen Jianguo, who had previously sided with Jiang Yinglan, into the conversation.

Without bringing up past conflicts between mother-in-law and daughter-in-law, under normal circumstances, Chen Jianguo would at least use his authority as the head of the family to refute them.

But at this moment, listening to the unhurried melody on TV, he only felt agitated.

"Alright, alright, that's enough. We've been friends for decades."

Seeing him back down, Xiao Peiwen sneered inwardly and continued, "This song is really well-written; it makes you feel warm and comforted. What do you think?"

Chen Jianguo did not respond.

He had to admit that Xiao Peiwen made a lot of sense, though he was extremely reluctant to admit it.

People actually have different perspectives when they listen to the song "Today is Your Birthday".

For ordinary viewers and the general public sitting in front of the television, what they care about is the most direct feeling: whether the song is good or not, and whether the melody is pleasant to listen to.

More professional industry insiders, such as music industry practitioners, music critics, or teachers and students of music academies, will analyze the song from technical perspectives such as lyrics, composition, arrangement, harmony, and the coordination of vocals and instruments, to see what makes the song good, what makes it wonderful, and what its brilliance is.

However, a high-ranking vice chairman of the China Musicians Association like Chen Jianguo, who is well-versed in the rules of the system, will not only examine the song from a professional artistic perspective, but will also take an exceptionally serious and keen view of the social value and political significance behind it.

The fact that "Today is Your Birthday" was placed at the end is itself an extremely strong and undeniable signal.

Typically, the grand finale of a gala is reserved for the most memorable and enduring classic songs performed by singers.

However, this year, at such an important juncture, CCTV has surprisingly and boldly used a brand new original song, and the songwriter is none other than Yang Du, a name that is too young.

What does this mean?

This means that the National Day Gala directing team, CCTV, and even higher-level propaganda departments highly recognize the artistic quality and political significance of this song, and acknowledge that it is a good song that the next generation can continue to sing, and a masterpiece with the potential to become a classic of our time.

As the vice chairman of the Chinese Musicians Association, Chen Jianguo's aesthetic sense and political acumen are beyond doubt.

This song received such an honor not only because it is suitable for solo performances in various serious occasions, but also because it has considerable popularity.

School choirs are suitable, community activities are suitable, even...

Playing this song in shopping malls won't seem out of place to customers.

Even so, in Chen Jianguo's view, these are still not the most important or the most terrifying aspects of this song.

For a long time, many traditional patriotic songs have devoted a lot of space to depicting the glory of the country and the rejuvenation of the nation. While this expression certainly has its historical value, in the present era, it can also easily make people feel tired of being preached.

But Yang Du managed to avoid this trap.

Do you need a reason to love your mother and celebrate her birthday?

No need to.

Chen Jianguo gasped. He could almost foresee that every National Day from now on, "Today is Your Birthday" would be played countless times across the country, becoming a classic song that would be a staple of National Day celebrations.

Even on major national anniversaries, it can be played in various occasions, whether solemn and dignified or joyful and laughter-filled.

When a song has the power to transform political sentiment into a deeply moving cultural force, its significance transcends that of an ordinary song.

The person who produced this song will naturally rise to a new level, reaching a level that many industry veterans can only look up to.

Thinking of this, a layer of cold sweat began to seep out on Chen Jianguo's forehead.

He couldn't help but recall the promise he had made to Jiang Yinglan on the phone, and felt that he had been incredibly foolish back then.

Faced with this overwhelming trend that rightfully represents the mainstream ideology and the will of the masses, Jiang Yinglan and Liang Bin's so-called academic aloofness and artistic bottom line are simply like a mantis trying to stop a chariot.

It's not only laughable, it's also pathetic.

Chen Jianguo decisively picked up his phone from the coffee table and started looking through his contacts.

"Who are you calling so late at night?" Xiao Peiwen glanced at him, asking knowingly.

"Give this to Jiang Yinglan," Chen Jianguo said without looking up. "I'm not going to get involved in her and Yang Du's affairs anymore. Are you satisfied now?"

Xiao Peiwen laughed and said sarcastically, "What do you mean you're not going to get involved? It's not like you're capable of getting involved."

"Vice Chairman Chen, you're overestimating yourself. Do you really think you can suppress the song's message and influence so easily? Do you really think those old professors at the Beijing Conservatory of Music are dead?"

Chen Jianguo was speechless, his face flushed with embarrassment, after being choked by his wife's words.

But Xiao Peiwen had no intention of letting him off the hook, and continued, "Believe it or not, based on this song alone, it might even get a spot in next year's Five-One Project Award. Are you backing out now because you're not planning to get involved? It's just a last-ditch effort to save face."

Five Ones.

One of the highest honors in the domestic arts and culture scene, a truly official seal and national certification.

If Yang Du really wins that award, his influence and status within the system will completely surpass that of visiting professors like Jiang Yinglan, who rose through the ranks based on seniority.

Chen Jianguo gave a wry smile and did not refute, because he sadly realized that what Xiao Peiwen said about this possibility was not a pipe dream, but a very likely fact.