lerbook Chapter 523 One Newcomer!
Chapter 523 One Newcomer!
"I've always been curious about this show. I wonder if there are any requirements for the songs selected?"
Zhang Ye raised an eyebrow, picked up the teacup that was still steaming, and took a leisurely sip.
"As far as I know, from a rules perspective, each singer can perform their own works a maximum of two times. This way, the singers' skills can be fully showcased, their potential can be explored, and the competition becomes more challenging." Yu Huan smiled and chimed in at the opportune moment.
He slowly withdrew his gaze from the television screen, leaned forward, and turned to look at Zhang Ye, while reaching out to grab a handful of melon seeds from the fruit bowl on the coffee table.
He continued, "Furthermore, this rule is undoubtedly fairer to singers with a limited number of original works. Otherwise, this show would probably have to be renamed 'I Am the King of Golden Melodies'."
As soon as Yu Huan finished speaking, everyone was stunned for a moment, then they all burst out laughing.
The living room was filled with a pleasant atmosphere.
Lin Yourong smiled slightly, nodded in agreement, and softly echoed, "Yu Huan is absolutely right."
Just as everyone was chatting idly, the long and tedious advertisement finally ended.
Off-site host Zhao Ziliang's clear voice echoed through the living room via the TV speakers: "This is the fifth recording of 'I Am a Singer'..."
After detailing the registration process for the audition, the main event of the stage competition is about to begin.
Old Lin, who was slumped in the soft sofa, immediately sat up a little straighter and stared intently at the TV without blinking.
At the same time, a striking slogan popped up on the screen:
The match is about to begin.
'All 500 audience members are seated!'
The rousing music surged like a tidal wave, one wave after another, from the TV speakers, seemingly threatening to engulf the entire living room.
The on-site director gripped the walkie-talkie tightly, his expression grave, repeatedly shouting, "Is the on-site preparation OK? Is the on-site preparation OK?"
"OK on site!" came the crisp and clear reply.
As soon as the response was given, the screen rapidly switched between images of various singers preparing in their dressing rooms.
Immediately afterwards, a solemn female voice began the countdown:
“10、9、8、7、6……
"1. Start!"
At this command, the powerful music instantly surged to its climax.
The colorful lights intertwined, creating a dreamlike and beautiful effect on the entire stage.
Hu Haiquan, dressed in a suit and tie, holding a script, walked steadily and gracefully from the back of the stage to the center.
With a smile on his face, he slowly scanned the enthusiastic audience below the stage and raised his hand to wave to everyone.
Amidst the cheers, Hu Haiquan turned slightly to face the camera and said in a fairly infectious voice, "Hello everyone, I'm singer Haiquan, good evening!"
As he bowed slightly in thanks, a timely introductory slogan appeared above the subtitles:
'Host Haiquan'
"The third round, the first performance, is about to begin," Hu Haiquan paused, a smile appearing on his face, and continued half-jokingly, "The singers still alive on this stage will continue to fight tonight, while the replacement singers are all eyeing the stage eagerly. The first singer to appear is a newly added replacement singer."
The tense and exciting atmosphere in the living room seemed to spread from the television screen.
Ji Meng, who had been busy eating, stopped and stopped eating altogether.
Her eyes lit up, and she gripped Lin Yourong's arm tightly with both hands, her voice rising involuntarily: "It's starting! It's starting!"
Just then, the television screen changed, showing Lin Su and Shen Mengchen taking the elevator to the studio, which came into everyone's view.
In the cramped elevator lobby.
Shen Mengchen let out a soft sigh, her chest rising and falling slightly. She turned to look at Lin Su, who had a serene expression, and asked with concern, "How are you feeling now?"
Lin Su smiled calmly and replied softly, "I'm definitely a little nervous, but I'm mostly looking forward to it."
"Enjoy the music." Shen Mengchen smiled along.
“That’s right.” Lin Su nodded slightly, her hair swaying gently.
"Give it your all and do your best!" Shen Mengchen said firmly.
Lin Su chuckled softly and responded with remarkable emotional intelligence: "I will do my best to convey my understanding of music to the audience through my singing. No matter the outcome, being able to stand on this stage is a reward in itself."
As soon as he finished speaking, the scene instantly switched back to the stage.
“A newcomer!” Hu Haiquan emphasized his words.
After emphasizing this, he deliberately slowed down his speech, his smile becoming even more friendly. He slowly swept his gaze across the audience and continued meaningfully, "Although she is a newcomer, it is no exaggeration to say that I don't need to introduce her much. I'm sure everyone knows her and has heard her songs to some extent."
The camera quickly switched to the audience, who instantly erupted in cheers.
Many viewers couldn't contain their curiosity and began whispering and discussing among themselves.
Hu Haiquan paused slightly, whetting everyone's appetite, then turned to the side and raised his hand to signal.
He raised his voice and announced loudly, "Next, let's give a round of applause to..."
The camera shifts again, and in the dim light and shadow behind the stage, Lin Su's figure appears even more graceful.
She walked with light, unhurried steps from backstage to front of the stage.
The scene shifts to a well-lit interview room.
Lin Su said calmly with a smile, "I chose the song 'Time Thief' without any complicated considerations; it's purely because I love it from the bottom of my heart. Cherishing the people in front of you and seizing the moment is an incredibly important thing. I hope everyone can have that one person who can accompany you to watch the clouds drift by."
After a brief interview segment, the camera returns to the stage.
Lin Su wore a black blazer with slightly padded shoulders, which not only accentuated her tall figure but also gave her a powerful aura.
She swung her arms rhythmically, her gray pleated skirt fluttering gently with her unhurried steps, exuding elegance in every gesture.
A spotlight instantly focused on her, precisely outlining her slender figure and making her seem to be coated with a dreamlike halo.
The audience erupted in thunderous applause, wave after wave, like a surging tide that lingered for a long time.
Meanwhile, the television footage interspersed with shots of several singers reacting in the dressing room.
Huang Qishan's mouth gaped open in surprise, looking exactly like a startled hippopotamus. Du Haitao, standing next to her, exclaimed excitedly, "Lin Su!"
Shang Wenjie had a bright smile on her face, clapping her hands nonstop, her eyes full of admiration.
"Shall we sing 'The Wind Rises'?" Yoyo asked, sitting next to Sha Baoliang. Due to the information gap, her voice carried a hint of doubt and curiosity.
As soon as the question was asked, Sha Baoliang, without hesitation, smiled and began to hum a tune: "Walking and stopping along the way~ following the traces of a young boy's drifting journey~"
next moment.
Lin Su, standing in the center of the stage, held the microphone in one hand and bowed slightly to the audience.
Immediately following, with a gentle, heartbeat-like rhythm, three "thump, thump, thump" sounds, beams of warm-toned spotlights, as if drawn by a force, focused on her in an orderly fashion.
As all the lights converged, Lin Su seemed to be draped in a dreamy, warm yellow veil, like a singer who had stepped out of a misty fairyland, beautiful as if from a dream.
Everyone in the living room held their breath and stared intently at the television screen.
Lin Su gently raised her wrist and brought the microphone close to her cherry-red lips. Her sleeve slipped down unintentionally, revealing a small section of her fair and slender wrist. A white bracelet on her wrist emitted a soft luster under the warm light.
At the same time, a prominent introductory slogan quickly appeared in the lower left corner of the television screen:
Lin Su, The Thief of Time
Lyrics by: Mr. Y
'Composer: Mr. y
Arrangement by: Mr. Y
After a series of 'Mr. Y' flashed by, the banner flashed several times in succession, and began to introduce the music director, Leung Kwok-ping, and the musicians who accompanied the performance.
"Echoes of the Rainbow" was not adapted much.
The soothing piano prelude, like a babbling brook, began to play softly, and Lin Sulian moved lightly, strolling slowly along the edge of the stage.
"Don't let go of what you can hold onto tightly."
"If you can hug someone, don't pull them away."
Time is rushing by~
What's left?
As she sang with deep emotion, she strolled leisurely, the spotlight on the stage always following her figure.
Compared to the studio version, Lin Su's live performance has a more touching and genuine quality.
Her breath control was natural and smooth, without any breathing sounds. Her subtle vibrato was just right, like a spring breeze gently caressing the surface of a lake, adding an indescribable warmth to the song, and creating ripples that slowly spread in the hearts of the listeners.
Forgive the twists and turns we've gone through.
"It turns out that what was left behind was all true~"
Even though it feels like a dream, I'm half-awake~
"Whether laughing or crying, I'm happy~ Who can resist~"
As the song progressed, it gradually entered its chorus. Lin Yourong was already completely immersed in it, and her steps unconsciously stopped.
Her eyes were slightly closed, her long eyelashes casting a soft shadow under the spotlight, her expression focused and serene.
The camera pans across the audience.
Young girls clasped their hands in front of their chests, looking like they were listening attentively; middle-aged men had deep eyes and a thoughtful expression on their faces.
Every audience member was completely absorbed in watching Lin Su on stage, deeply attracted by her rich and delicate singing voice, and a look of rapture was written on most of their faces.
The piano accompaniment suddenly stopped, and Lin Su took a deep breath, her chest heaving violently, as if a thousand emotions were surging within her.
She tilted her head slightly, her gaze seemingly piercing through layers of barriers, looking towards the vast and boundless night sky. Her eyes sparkled with a crystalline light, like twinkling stars in the night sky, or like tears about to spill from her eyes.
In an instant, a melodious and ethereal singing voice flowed from her lips.
The melody of the chorus is captivating, like a gentle breeze, effortlessly penetrating the hearts of everyone present and touching the softest corners of their souls.
Time is something that catches you off guard.
"Sometimes sunny, sometimes windy; sometimes cloudy, sometimes rainy."
"We can't compete with the present moment, yet we yearn for the past."
"They stole my youthful hair, but they kept you..."
In the living room, Zhang Ye sat upright, his posture ramrod straight, staring intently at the television screen.
The lyrics seemed to have a magical power, captivating her entire attention.
Lin Yourong, with her bare face, stared blankly at herself singing in full costume on the TV screen, and couldn't help but be a little lost in thought.
Suddenly, someone gently shook my arm.
She turned her head slightly, looking away from the TV, and saw Ji Meng with a teasing smile on her face. She leaned close to her ear and whispered in a voice as soft as a mosquito's buzz, "Rongrong, you're singing so well you're about to drop your pearls."
Lin Yourong's cheeks flushed, and she pretended to be angry. She reached out and pinched Ji Meng's thigh hard, scolding her, "Don't talk, watch TV!"
The television stereo filled the entire living room with Lin Su's increasingly melodious and moving singing voice.
Don't blame me for being greedy, I just don't want to wake up~
"Because you're only willing to be with me~"
"Watching the clouds drift by, the breeze gentle and the sky light."
As the first chorus ends, a melodious harmonica interlude begins.
Lin Su slowly put down the microphone in her hand, lowered her eyes and looked directly at the camera. Her almond-shaped eyes were sparkling, like a clear spring in spring. Her eyes were slightly red, and they were filled with touching emotions.
The camera quickly panned to the audience.
A young girl, her eyes glistening with tears, covered her mouth tightly with both hands, her body trembling slightly as she tried her best to hold back the tears that were about to spill out. However, her trembling shoulders still betrayed the turmoil in her heart.
next moment.
As the drumbeats swelled steadily and powerfully, Lin Su took a deep breath, her chest rising and falling slightly. Her originally clear and ethereal voice now possessed a touch of gentleness and tenderness.
In her interpretation of the second verse, the emotions intensified, revealing a deep and touching sentiment.
"Don't let go of what you can hold onto tightly."
"If you can hug someone, don't pull them away..."
The camera then switched back to the young girl in the audience, who was now sobbing uncontrollably, tears streaming down her face like a burst dam.
Even the men beside her had red eyes and their faces were full of sighs.
"Because you're only willing to be with me~"
"Watching the clouds drift by, the breeze gentle and the sky light."
As the second chorus ended, Lin Su, still immersed in the song's emotions, tilted her head slightly, and tears welled up in her eyes and spilled out uncontrollably.
Crystal-clear tears slid down her fair, jade-like cheeks, shimmering like broken pearls under the dazzling lights.
However, the song did not end there.
The song structure of "Time Thief" also includes a third chorus.
The camera quickly switches to a scene accompanied by a powerful electric guitar solo.
From Leung Kwok-ping, who was focused and playing the electric guitar silently, to the drummer who was hitting the drum kit with all his might, and to the audience, everyone was deeply moved.
Those men who had been sighing with regret couldn't help but raise their hands and quietly wipe away their tears.
Lin Su steadied her trembling body and raised the microphone back to her lips. (End of Chapter)