The rise and fall of domestic theme songs beat with the pulse of the times.
Theme songs first flourished in the 50s and 60s, when the country was newly established and the whole society was full of vitality and vitality. Works reflecting the style of the times emerged one after another, giving birth to many classics.
In the 70s and 80s, China achieved great unification, the reform and opening up to prosperity and wealth, and the material life of the people has been greatly improved. Theme songs followed the pace of the times, and a large number of famous young singers emerged, which are still active in the mainstream today.
After entering the new century, theme songs, like ethnic songs and pop songs, became fewer and fewer classics, the style was the same, the melody was repeated, and gradually lost its original status.
However, on the political level, the vitality of theme songs is still extremely tenacious. Many major festivals in China, such as National Day, Army Day, Victory Day, etc., have always been played by theme songs.
For example, Beijing Television's 2015 National Day Gala, there were as many as 15 song and dance programs, accounting for 70% of the total, among which 11 were theme songs.
There was no need to consider the ratings for this gala.
LuChen was temporarily replaced to sing solo, so when Gu Rui intentionally asked him to sing the theme song, he immediately thought of many classic theme works from the dream world in his memory. (TN: That's right.)
There were too many songs to choose from, and any one of them was enough to dominate the scene.
Not to mention others, there were two versions of "I Love You China". In addition to the version that Lu Chen just sang, the other version was actually more classic and had the real theme style.
However, after careful consideration, Lu Chen still chose the current version.
The reason was very simple, the problem of composition and singing style.
The other version was classic and excellent, and more in line with the requirements, but it was very different from the style of his previous works, including the melody, the lyrics, and the way of singing.
The current version of "I Love You China" had a very good melody rhythm and emotional expression. It used the method of raising first and then restraining, expressing gratitude, attachment, love, and blessing to the motherland.
Although the impromptu accompaniment was very rough, Lu Chen integrated sincere feelings when singing.
Among them, "I love you, China's beloved mother, I shed tears for you and I'm proud of you!" These two lines were repeated 10 times, each time more intense than the last!
For the "audience" at the scene, first of all, they felt very fresh.
He had never heard of such a theme work before!
LuChen's song "I Love You China" is obviously not pure, or the kind of theme style that everyone is familiar with. It is more inclined to pop, with a lot of light rock characteristics, which is refreshing. (TN:
And the emotions expressed in Lu Chen's singing moved them!
There was no doubt that it was a good song.
At least Gao Zhixue was so engrossed that he completely ignored the flaws in the accompaniment and nodded along with the melody.
He didn't even know when Gurui appeared beside him.
Until Lu Chen finished singing.
In the studio, there was a warm applause immediately.
Although there were only a hundred people present, the atmosphere was not bad. Many people even stood up and applauded.
"Director Gao, what do you think of this song?"
Gurui asked with a smile, a little proud.
He took the risk to recommend Lu Chen. Lu Chen didn't let him lose face and really made him proud!
Gao Zhixue came back to his senses and saw Gurui. He suddenly smiled: "Yes, this song shouldn't be Lu Chen's original, right? I've never heard of it before. "
If such a work wasn't a new creation, it was impossible for him not to have heard of it.
Gurui nodded and replied, "Yes."
Gao Zhixue sighed: "Young people nowadays are really amazing. Each generation is stronger than the previous one!"
When Director Gao said this, he didn't notice the expression of Director Lu Zhengzhi, who was sitting on his right.
Lu Zhengzhi frowned and suddenly reached out and patted the microphone on the table in front of his seat.
Puff! Puff!
He asked, "This little comrade, did you write this song yourself?"
Lu Chen replied, "Yes."
There was a soft hubbub in the auditorium, and everyone was praising Lu Chen's talent.
Lu Zhengzhi moved his butt a little uneasily. He straightened up and said very seriously, "This little comrade, the lyrics of your work are not bad. Your creative talent is worthy of recognition, but the style is not very compatible with the National Day Party. We need to reconsider."
What?
Gao Zhixue, Gurui, and the staff of Beijing Television were stunned.
This song is not very compatible with the National Day Party? What is this?
Lu Zhengzhi probably realized that he didn't explain clearly enough, so he added, "That is, the characteristics of the theme are not reflected. It is too similar to an ordinary pop song."
This reason …
Gao Zhixue was a little speechless. Is this nitpicking?
Gurui suddenly became anxious. His face turned red in an instant and he shouted, "This …"
The music director of Beijing Television appreciates Lu Chen and Lu Chen's song "I Love You China".
Although this song seems a bit deviant as a theme work, both the melody and the lyrics are excellent. It should really be regarded as a unique innovation.
From the glory of theme works to the decline, such innovation is needed too much, and it should be strongly encouraged and supported.
How can it be beaten to death with a stick like this!
Gurui's character is upright, and he immediately wants to argue with Lu Zhengzhi.
However, Gao Zhixue reacted very quickly and immediately stopped Gurui and said to Lu Zhengzhi, "Let's reconsider this song, or change it to a more suitable one."
Gurui is unhappy, but he is also happy in his heart!
It's true that Lu Zhengzhi's level is higher than his, but Lu Zhengzhi is the leader of CCTV, not Beijing TV. Such an overstepping of his authority to veto the program is somewhat suspected of slapping his face on the spot.
However, nominally, CCTV has the responsibility of guiding Beijing TV in many aspects. Lu Zhengzhi came for this purpose. His reason can't be said to be completely wrong. At least, Gurui shouldn't and can't have a direct conflict with him.
Lv Zhengzhi smiled and leaned back comfortably in his seat.
Since he's here, he can't be a clay Bodhisattva. He must make a sound.
Everyone's eyes returned to the stage – Lu Chen is still standing there!
Many staff members who acted as audience members showed a sympathetic look. Any newcomer who was beaten like this will probably be very depressed, right? Embarrassment and embarrassment are certain.
But what everyone didn't expect was that Lu Chen's expression didn't change in the slightest because of Lu Zhengzhi's denial.
He pondered for a moment and said into the microphone, "Director Gu, two leaders, in fact, I have another work that may be more suitable. Can I sing it again?"
Huh?
Sing another song?
Lu Zhengzhi couldn't help but be stunned.
He turned his head and looked at Gao Zhixue, looking a little unhappy.
If it's a party rehearsal of CCTV, Lu Zhengzhi would never agree to such a request.
Death was death. If everyone wanted to give him another chance, wouldn't everything be a mess?
Moreover, Lu Chen is suspected of not respecting his leaders enough.
But after all, this is Beijing Television, and the rehearsal is a party program of Beijing Television. He has just made a move once. If he makes his own decision, it would be too disrespectful to Gao Zhixue – does he really think that the chief editorial office director is made of clay?
So, Lu Zhengzhi used his face to signal to Gao Zhixue to decide for himself.
Gao Zhixue's heart seemed to be galloping with ten thousand grass mud horses.
The chief editorial office director is really not made of clay. Even a clay man has three points of anger. He thought for a moment and said resolutely, "Lu Chen, then you sing another song!"
In fact, this is not in line with the rules, but Gao Zhixue doesn't want to be controlled by others on his own home ground.
So many people in the station are watching!
Where can he put his face?
Gurui looked happy and quickly asked, "Lu Chen, do you want to go down and prepare first?"
Director Gu is worried that Lu Chen is not fully prepared for the temporary song change. If he sings badly again, it will be really over.
He is very reluctant to see Lu Chen lose the opportunity to go on stage.
Lu Chen smiled confidently and said, "Thank you, two leaders, thank you Director Gu. I can sing this song without accompaniment."
His smile infected Gu Rui, giving the latter an inexplicable sense of trust. He said, "All right then."
Lu Chen nodded.
He took a deep breath and said into the microphone, "This song is also my original work. Its name is – I love you China!"
What?
Everyone in the studio wondered if they had heard it wrong!
Didn't Lu Chen just sing "I love you China"? Why is he singing "I love you China" now?
Love again, no, sing again?
Lu Zhengzhi made a "ha" sound, and the expressions of Gao Zhixue and Gurui froze.
Behind them, there was a burst of discussion.
"I didn't hear wrong, did I?"
"Did he say it wrong, or did I hear it wrong? Why is it 'I love you China' again. "
"Is this Lu Chen confused from singing!"
"Hehe, it's a little interesting."
But whether it was the faces of the TV station leaders or the criticism, it had no effect on Lu Chen.
He opened his voice and directly sang another new song in the style of the main theme!
"The lark flies across the blue sky, I love you China ~
I love you China, I love you China ~
I love your vigorous seedlings in spring, I love your golden fruits in autumn,
I love your green pine temperament, I love your red plum character,
I love the sugar cane of your hometown, like milk nourishing my heart ~
… … "
When Lu Chen sang the first line of the lyrics with a clear and pure voice …
The audience was in awe!
Note: "I love you China" Lyrics: Qu Cong/Composer: Zheng Qiufeng
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