He was not only a musician but also a porcelain enthusiast, and naturally understood that sky blue had always been a rare color for porcelain.
The sky blue on porcelain, legend has it, could only be achieved when fired in misty, rainy weather.
Because that touch of romantic, pure color could not appear on its own.
It had to patiently await a rain that might never come before appearing in a clear sky, free of clouds, in the color of sky blue.
Thus, this line leads to the next: "And I am waiting for you," expressing that the male protagonist doesn't know when he will be able to wait for the female protagonist, yet he still waits devotedly.
"These lyrics, this singing style, I'm afraid someone is leaving today."
Han Lei, watching Wang Shu's performance on the big screen backstage, sighed in a low voice.
The other contestants backstage also exchanged glances. Han Lei was right; as professional singers, they couldn't write such excellent work.
And among them, some would indeed leave this stage, but if they were defeated by Wang Shu, they would be willing.
In the program's main control room, the chief director Gong Tao was currently watching the situation on stage with a serious expression.
He had been a little worried about Wang Shu's performance today because Wang Shu hadn't shown up for rehearsals the previous two days. Even though he had seen Wang Shu's lyrics and they were fine, it didn't mean Wang Shu's performance was completely satisfactory.
So, when Wang Shu went on stage just now, Gong Tao's heart was in his throat. After all, this was a formal recording, with so many audience members and public judges present, there would be no extra chances for Wang Shu.
If Wang Shu's vocal skills faltered, this episode's challenge would affect the overall quality of the program. However, when he heard Wang Shu steadily singing the song, he finally breathed a sigh of relief.
"You guys keep an eye on things."
Then, Gong Tao directly spoke to a deputy director beside him, turned, and walked out of the main control room. He then took out his phone and called Qin Feng.
"How is it? This kid is good, isn't he?"
After the call connected, Qin Feng said with great confidence. After all, he was already very familiar with Wang Shu's abilities, which was why he dared to recommend Wang Shu to Gong Tao.
"He's indeed good. Are you free tonight? Let me treat you to dinner. If nothing unexpected happens, our program is secured."
Gong Tao smiled knowingly and said to his old friend. Although Qin Feng was a musician and he was in media, they shared similar tastes and had always had a good relationship.
"Then you'd better prepare a big meal tonight, after all, I've recommended such an outstanding singer to you!"
Qin Feng also laughed heartily on the phone.
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"Sky blue waits for misty rain, and I am waiting for you.
The moonlight is scooped up, blurring the ending.
Like heirloom blue and white porcelain, beautiful in its own way.
Your eyes hold a smile."
On stage, Wang Shu had also finished the entire song. After the last line of lyrics, he bowed deeply to the audience.
Below the stage, the audience had already closed their eyes, immersed in this beautiful song.
It wasn't until a few seconds after the music stopped that they gradually came back to their senses.
Then, many judges in the audience involuntarily stood up and applauded vigorously.
For a singer, receiving such enthusiastic applause from the public judges was enough to prove that the performance today was a great success.
After bowing, Wang Shu walked off the stage. Xiao Su, as Wang Shu's manager, quickly went up to him.
"Teacher Wang Shu, you performed incredibly today! Is this song the one you improvised when you met Director Gong the day before yesterday?"
Xiao Su had completely become Wang Shu's little fan, her eyes fixed on Wang Shu's face as she asked.
"Mm."
Wang Shu nodded and replied with a smile.
Then, led by Xiao Su, Wang Shu returned to the backstage lounge.
However, as soon as Wang Shu entered the backstage, the previously debuted contestants all offered him applause.
This startled Wang Shu.
"Brother Wang Shu, that song you just sang was written so well. When do you have time to write one for me!"
Deng Xiaoqi said to Wang Shu, who had returned backstage, with a somewhat teasing smile.
"That's a bit difficult. What price range are you looking for, Sister Xiao Qi?"
Upon hearing Deng Xiaoqi's request for a song, Wang Shu directly replied.
After all, he did have a few suitable works for Deng Xiaoqi, and if he could get another patron like Deng Xiaoqi, he might be able to gather enough money to purchase information on the next cutting-edge technology soon.
"Huh? Price range?"
When Deng Xiaoqi heard Wang Shu's answer, she froze. Her smile even turned into a look of confusion.
The other guests were also surprised by Wang Shu's answer. They didn't expect Wang Shu to be so direct.
"Then what's your cheapest price?"
Deng Xiaoqi asked expectantly.
"The cheapest is five hundred thousand per song, no refund if it doesn't become popular! If you buy ten songs in a package, it can be four hundred thousand per song!"
Wang Shu answered directly. With so many professional singers present today, he definitely had to seize this business opportunity to advertise. Perhaps in the future, he could make a living by selling songs.
"Are you selling goods here? Is there a discount for bulk purchases?"
Everyone was stunned by Wang Shu's answer. How could this kid talk about songwriting like selling goods?
And five hundred thousand for one song, this was a price that at least a master-level creator would dare to quote in the industry. How could such a young newcomer dare to set such a price?
"Ten songs are too many, and I can't afford that. Can I buy one first?"
Deng Xiaoqi was already a little tempted. She really liked the "Blue and White Porcelain" that Wang Shu had sung earlier, so she felt that other works from someone who could write such an excellent song couldn't be bad.
"This is my private contact information. I'll contact you after the show ends!"
As she said this, Deng Xiaoqi took out a personal business card from her pocket and handed it to Wang Shu with a smile.
The other guests behind her looked at Deng Xiaoqi with confusion, all thinking that this young lady might be a bit out of her mind.
After all, although Wang Shu's "Blue and White Porcelain" was very skillful, a person's creativity has its highs and lows. Perhaps that song was already his peak quality?
For five hundred thousand a song, they could find master lyricists in the industry who could consistently produce quality work. Going to such a young person like Wang Shu was too risky.
However, since Deng Xiaoqi had decided to buy a song from Wang Shu, they naturally couldn't say anything more and could only sigh helplessly.