387: We Are All Stupid Kids
During the GG period, Zhou Lingwei leaned against Jiang Ge, a smile appeared on her face, and said: "Fortunately, we have you, otherwise we would have launched the second season of "Sisters Riding the Wind and Waves", and the ratings and reputation would definitely be frustrated."
Jiang Ge smiled and said: "It's not a setback, it's definitely not as good as the first season. Aesthetic fatigue is one reason, and then, how many female artists in the country are suitable for this show? Those follow-up variety shows have almost been used up."
He is not very forward-looking, but he has more memories of his previous life and experience on Earth.
Zhou Lingwei sighed: "No wonder everyone likes to follow the trend, because it is so difficult to produce a high-quality original variety show."
According to common sense, product competition in the same market will prompt each opponent to innovate the product, thereby increasing competitiveness. Strangely, this point has completely changed in the variety show industry.
The phenomenon of following trends can be traced back to 2000, when "Super Girl" became popular all over the country and became the most well-known program at the time. After that, major satellite TV stations and even CCTV launched similar programs such as "Come on! Good Man", "Absolute Sing", "Dream China", "Master and Apprentice" and so on.
And it's not just music. Often, after a successful program appears, various producers always flock to it, and they can launch one homogeneous program after another by changing the skin of this framework and model.
Jiang Ge analyzed: "In fact, everyone in the industry knows that following the trend is not a long-term solution, but it is undeniable that compared to the painstaking efforts to create new programs, following the footsteps of predecessors is indeed a safe card for the time being, because the platform relies on variety shows to increase market influence, and also needs to consider issues such as ratings and GG returns."
Speaking of this, seeing that the GG was over, he took the remote control to turn up the volume of the TV by three levels, and then said: "Faced with fierce competition and survival pressure, the platform is kidnapped by ratings, and the production organization is kidnapped by the platform. It has almost become the new normal in the industry. The result is that for TV stations, original programs are a mission and a sense of social responsibility, but under the pressure of survival, they will not take too many resources to do it."
Zhou Lingwei has been in Dragon TV for nearly two years, so she naturally knows these twists and turns, and then said: "So, I chose to leave, start my own company, and do what I like without any constraints."
Jiang Ge also doesn't like to be constrained. In his previous life on Earth, he would choose the relatively free online literature industry. After crossing to Blue Star, if Huafeng Media was not his own company, he would not take over.
"Young people who are just starting out are always like this, struggling and proud, passionate and sharp..."
"When I debuted at the age of 18, I wanted to prove that I was the best in this industry."
"When I was young, I was very crazy and didn't accept anyone."
"Time has been grinding my body and soul for fifty years."
"If a boy wants to grow into a man, he has to go through countless hardships, forbearance and entanglement, pain and tempering..."
...
At this time, "Brothers Who Cut Through Thorns" finally started, and Jiang Ge and Zhou Lingwei both looked at the TV.
Unlike their expectations, many industry insiders and audiences were not optimistic about this program. The reason was that "Sisters Riding the Wind and Waves" was a gem before, the competition system was not new, the audience was increasingly picky, the problems faced by men and women were extremely different, and there was no lack of confusion about the core concept [Where are the "thorns" for these male artists to cut? ], all these problems made everyone question the highlights of the program.
As competitors in the same track, other first-tier satellite TV stations are waiting and watching. On the one hand, they hope that this program will fail and dampen the spirit of Blueberry Satellite TV. On the other hand, they are thinking about how to launch similar programs if this program succeeds.
In short, this program produced by Weigo Culture, the company of Jiang Ge and Zhou Lingwei, a model couple in the entertainment industry, has attracted widespread attention before it was broadcast, and it is very popular and talked about.
"The former boy returned as scheduled. If you have not experienced thousands of twists and turns, you will not understand that there are so many branches and vines in the middle. What you need is to become a sharp sword, cut through the thorns, bravely move forward, cross the wind and rain, and see the rainbow!"
The narration ended, and the stage lighting effects were frequently overlapped with the rhythm of the music, the instantaneous change of colors, the precise interweaving of light beams, the collision and jumping of light and dark, the gorgeous art of light and shadow and the wonderful performances blended perfectly together.
The cheers of the audience and the barrage of the audience in front of the screen are all cheering for their favorite male artists.
The first to appear were three popular stars in the 90s who were involved in film, television and music. They sang the opening song "Stupid Child" at the same time.
"Oh~ Outside the quiet little village
There is a stupid child
Born in the 1960s
When he was in his teens, he went to the city and was not afraid of the sun. He worked hard in the 1970s
He found that in the city
Friends did not need to irrigate
Flowers would bloom naturally..."
When the song sounded, many in the audience had tears in their eyes. Those stars who accompanied their childhood, the years have left deep marks on their faces and foreheads.
"Time makes people old, and youth is fading."
"Yes, in a blink of an eye, these stars from the 90s have become grandfathers of the 20s."
"Time is a butcher knife, no one can escape."
...
However.
Not only they are getting old, but also myself.
"Oh~ It's so fast in the blink of an eye
This stupid child
It’s the 1980s again
Thirty is neither good nor bad in the end
After the 1990s
He is most helpless
Always slow to catch up with others
There's no money in that pocket..."
By the way, this song "Stupid Kid" was written by Django, and the audience put their minds back to the song.
"Isn't this what I'm singing about?"
"It's exactly the same as my experience."
"It's all about youth and memories."
…
This will.
There are more and more people with tears in their eyes. These lyrics seem to be sung by themselves!
"Oh ~ they said that in the city
If a man is not bad, a woman will not love him
I don't understand no matter how much I think about it
Mom said true love will lead to wonderful love
Turns out I don’t have a girl
Stupid kid is still strong
like a stone
It’s just that I’m unbearably lonely at night…”
Groups of male artists appeared on stage. Those familiar figures and familiar voices were singing to themselves and everyone.
"The tear level is low, I feel like crying."
"We are all such stupid kids!"
"Simple lyrics and simple melody can penetrate the heart. Is this the charm of Django's songs?"
…
You may not like the songs that others think are good, and others may not like the songs that you like, but good songs must resonate with your soul.
When Andy Lau was approaching his forties, he wrote the lyrics of "Stupid Kid" out of emotion, which is not only an interpretation of the real society, but also an expression of his own experience.
In 1998, Andy Lau liked acting, Wu Zongxian was the best at talking, and Ke Shouliang was good at life and death. These three people, who were not very good at singing, suddenly made the song "Stupid Child" a hit. Maybe it was a personal relationship between the three of them. The tacit understanding developed and the slightly self-deprecating tone of the lyrics are real and touching.
"Ouch, pat it on your chest.
stand up bravely
Don't be in a bad mood
Oh, bow to the sky
Don't think too hard
God has his own plan..."
As time goes by, all thirty-three male artists in the first season of "Brother Overcoming Troubles" have stood on the stage.
Their chorus made the audience, whose tears had reached the peak of their emotions, suddenly feel relieved.
It turns out that this is not a sad song, but an inspirational song. The stupid kid may be a little stupid in love, but in work and life, he is as strong as a rock. Like other men, he also has " Shoulders"!
"Ouch, pat it on your chest.
stand up bravely
Let it go to the mountains and the sea
Ouch, bow to the sky, don’t let your mind wander
God has his own plan
God loves stupid kids. "
The music and singing stopped suddenly, and the thirty-three male artists put their hands on each other's shoulders and bowed in thanks.
The song is over, there is no sadness, no tears, just quiet memories, recalling the comings and goings of my life.
"Thirty-three male artists sang together, and the scene was quite shocking." Zhou Lingwei no longer serves as the producer of "Brother Overcoming Troubles", so she did not go to the scene to follow the filming. This was also her first time watching, "Also, I finally understand you. That’s why it’s such a special surprise for someone with rich life experience to sing this song.”
Because "Stupid Kid" sings the story of an ordinary person who can be caught casually on the street, studying, career, family, family, love, friendship, ups and downs, joys and sorrows, how many stupid kids are finding their way through the passage of time. After searching, many people are satisfied with what they want, and many are frustrated.
Jiang Ge raised his chin and said with a smile, "I didn't lie to you."
Zhou Lingwei picked up the mobile phone and said while operating it: "I don't know if my dad is watching. He will definitely feel more deeply after listening to this song "Stupid Child"."
Hearing this, Jiang Ge thought of his father, who happened to be in the same generation as the stupid kid in the song. He also climbed up from the bottom step by step, so he should be more emotional.
As the opening song ended, from the first scene when I saw the star I grew up with simply lamenting "I'm back to my youth" to being moved by "Stupid Kid", in just a few minutes, the voices of doubt quickly turned into a large number of praises.
"The selection of actors, choreography, and songs for this show are spot on."
"Yes, the choreography, clothes, makeup, and facial expressions have all changed from the greasy style of "Sister Riding the Wind and Waves"."
"Whether it is the idol drama hero or the singer of the last century, they all set off a wave of memories. The luxurious lineup also carries the youthful years of many people."
"The opening song written by Django perfectly fits the theme. It not only sings about the struggle of every male artist on the stage from scratch, but also sings about the hard work of us who are listening to the song."
“I’m really looking forward to what exciting programs they will bring next.”
"I have a hunch that it will be better than "Sister Riding the Wind and Waves"."
…
The audience couldn't help but express their love, which seemed to confirm the saying "the lower the expectations, the higher the happiness."
At this time, Jiang Ge asked: "Want to change the channel? It's already started over there."
Zhou Lingwei said without hesitation: "Change!"
In her eyes, watching the finale of "Young Man Bao Qingtian" is more important.
[It turns out that more than 20 years ago, Concubine Liu and Concubine Li were pregnant at the same time. The emperor then issued an edict that whoever gave birth to a boy first would be crowned prince. Finally, Concubine Li's son matured first and Concubine Pang ordered Guo Huai to give birth to her son. The civet cat took away the newborn prince and ordered the seven guards of Cixi Palace to kill him in the countryside. The seven guards were Ling Chuchu's father and his sworn brothers who lived in seclusion in the village.
On that day, the seven bodyguards felt that the emperor was kind to them and could not bear to do anything, so they abandoned the baby in the river, waited for God's will, and then left the palace to live in seclusion. After that, Concubine Li was thrown into the cold palace, and Concubine Liu's son successfully became the prince. It was Renzong who ascended the throne as emperor.
When Bao Zheng learned the truth, he was stunned. Not only was this very involved, but what was more, no one knew whether Concubine Li's son was alive or dead that day. If he was still alive, then Renzong's imperial lineage would be in question. . 】
"Is this the famous 'civet cat for the prince'..." Seeing this, Zhou Lingwei couldn't help but said: "After the cases in the first six units were gradually solved, Bao Zheng's team gradually grew stronger along the way. [Dragon Tribulation] This unit has been sublimated in every aspect.”
Among the seven units, Django liked this unit the most.
First, it is the most well-known. The case of "The Dragon Tribulation" is also called "The Civet Cat for the Crown Prince". It is well-known to many people in history, has been interpreted into multiple versions, and has been presented in many film and television dramas.
In "Young Bao Qingtian", a variety of cases are combined to boldly create this theme, which strengthens the local plot and makes it more suspenseful and exciting.
Second, the case is the most complex. As the protagonist, Bao Zheng can be said to have encountered an unheard-of "case within a case, a game within a game" during the investigation. After repeated investigations, he found out in the end that everyone he saw was the murderer. , but he is not the murderer.
This case even reached the highest level of the country's ruling class, and the Eight Wise Kings were implicated and almost executed. In the end, the four murderers named by Bao Zheng all had strong backgrounds, and there was no way to bring them to justice. , this is true whether it is Grand Master Pang, the Queen Mother, the Eight Wise Kings, or the Emperor.
As the plot progresses, the truth emerges.
[The Sixth Son was not dead, so his position became extremely embarrassing. All parties wanted to capture him.
At the critical moment of life and death, Renzong came forward, and the two brothers reached a consensus, and the six sons took Concubine Li to live in seclusion among the people. 】
Zhou Lingwei questioned: "Can Sixth Son really be so open-minded? As long as he is willing, he can take back the throne."
Jiang Ge pointed to the TV and said, "The answer is out."
Zhou Lingwei looked over and heard Liuzi say to Bao Zheng, "Everyone knows his own destiny, and you will definitely not live longer than me, because I am worried that you will have to bear the burden of worrying about the country and the people all day long." , How can you live longer than me?" Then Bao Zheng said to Renzong, "If the six sons have great wisdom, big heart, and love the people like sons, will the emperor abdicate in favor of the wise?"
The two dialogues not only reveal the helplessness of being born into a royal family, but also reveal the temptation of power.
When the ending song "As Long as I Have You" sounded, it announced the end of "Young Man Bao Qingtian".
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