dkrc Chapter 52: Getting Rid of Folk Songs
Chapter 52: Getting Rid of Folk Songs
Although the final four rounds of "The Voice of China" have not yet aired, some related clips have indeed appeared online.
Some of these were taken by audience members at the scene, while others were deliberately released by the production team.
Among the most liked and discussed segments, the one featuring Li Mo received the most attention.
There's no way around it; these days, whenever the name Li Mo from "The Voice of China" appears, the discussion goes on and on!
Some audience members who were at the scene gave it considerable approval online and even hinted at some things.
This is why Li Xin was able to know about these two songs in advance.
"I'll think about it. You can tell me your requirements in advance, and I'll contact you if there's a suitable candidate later."
Li Mo neither refused nor fully agreed. In this completely seller's market, Li Mo's statement was already quite generous.
Li Mo truly didn't expect that the first person to ask her to write a song would be an actor.
She's an actor I just met.
I'll think about this myself.
Li Xin was actually quite satisfied with this response.
Li Xin nodded at Li Mo, then rested her chin on her hands, her eyes somewhat unfocused.
"Okay, okay, actually... I don't have any special requirements, as long as it's written by you!"
However, her hesitant expression betrayed her, as she noticed Li Mo staring at her without saying a word.
She then hesitantly asked, "Could we sing a duet...?"
Only then did Li Mo understand the other person's plan, even though she was an actress and had no intention of becoming a singer.
But for her, the boost in popularity from a song that can go viral is also enormous.
I'm doing quite well on the path of original music now, so I'd love to sing a duet with myself.
It can also increase exposure significantly.
Li Mo nodded, but if that were the case, then the requirements for this song would be different.
Although Li Mo is now jokingly called the "Godfather of Folk Music" by his fans, he doesn't intend to get too closely tied to this circle.
Whether it's the rock scene, the folk scene, or even hip-hop, which is currently a very niche genre in China...
The people inside aren't really good people. There's a saying that goes: all artists are dirty!
Who knows what kind of shady things they might do!
Since the goal of generating enough buzz by utilizing such a niche circle has been achieved.
Li Mo's next plan is to sever ties with the show and let the audience see a more comprehensive version of himself.
Therefore, the collaboration proposed by Li Xin actually catered to Li Mo's desire for transformation, assuming everything was in the right place.
Li Mo wouldn't mind singing a duet with her.
So now all that's missing is a suitable song.
"Sure, if I find a suitable project later."
"Which house do you want? I'll buy it for you in the next couple of days. Don't try to save me money. This money will be paid for through the company's accounts and will be covered as marketing expenses."
This girl is a bit too honest!
Aren't you afraid I'll lie to her since we haven't even signed a contract?
And don't worry, I absolutely won't skimp on anything for you!
After all, our relationship isn't at the point where I'm supposed to save you money.
"Then let's go to the capital! Just contact me when it's time to transfer the property."
After discussing this topic, the two exchanged contact information and ended the dinner.
As soon as the two left the private room, Li Xin's assistant deliberately pretended to sniff inside the room.
I don't know what she's trying to confirm.
"Well then, Li Mo, we'll be going now! And don't forget our agreement, I'm going to buy a house in the next couple of days."
"Okay, I'll send a message to let you know I'm safe when I get back."
Watching Li Xin's van speed away, Li Mo turned and got into the car, signaling to Lao Wang that he could leave.
But these words shocked Old Wang.
How long have these two met that they're already talking about houses?
Is it that fast?!
"Um... Brother Mo, I didn't hear you clearly just now. Did she say... she's buying you a house, or you're buying her a house?"
As Old Wang drove, he asked casually.
Li Mo had no idea what the other person was thinking. "It's definitely her. Why should I buy it for her?"
A role model for us all!
Old Wang, who was driving, expressed his heartfelt feelings and unconsciously tightened his grip on the steering wheel.
When it comes to living off women, I, Old Wang, would call you the best. You truly earn money while maintaining your dignity.
The last person I remember who could do this was Cao Dahua, the "Tiger of the Serious Crimes Unit" ten years ago!
"By the way, Lao Wang, since you're now also working as an assistant, your salary will double from now on!"
"Yes, sir!"
You deserve to be a kept man!
If someone like you doesn't eat, who will?
At this moment, Old Wang felt a surge of emotion, "To repay your kindness on the golden platform, I would gladly die for you."
Where can you find a boss who doesn't forget his employees even after making money?
The van was parked in the hotel garage. Before going upstairs, Li Mo inquired about the work arrangements for the rest of the trip.
Old Wang took out his phone and looked at it.
"The tour with Canxing, the filming plans for the show, and oh yeah, Bose sent an endorsement offer, but the company is a bit unsure, there are still interviews and auditions..."
Bose is the second-largest high-end headphone brand, focusing on noise cancellation and home audio.
The brand originally intended to approach Mayday, but Li Mo's sudden rise caught the brand's attention.
After researching Li Mo's fan base and personal style, they turned their attention away from Mayday and extended an invitation to Li Mo instead.
Li Mo has now reached a stage where she inevitably needs to engage with brands.
Brands consider two criteria when choosing an artist: the artist's star power and their commercial value.
In other words, no matter how high your status is, if your fan base consists of people who will never spend money, then your commercial value is zero.
Therefore, Li Mo needed to prove her commercial value through market feedback, so after thinking about it, she decided to accept the endorsement.
"Go ahead and accept it. Have you finalized the filming plans for that guy over there? How much is the endorsement fee?"
At this point, Old Wang quickly scrolled through his phone, searching for a long time before finally answering the question:
"The endorsement fee is 200 million, and the filming project requested that some scenes of your creative work be shot..."
Li Mo nodded. At this stage, endorsement fees haven't skyrocketed yet, so this price is actually quite reasonable.
It was a mutually beneficial arrangement from the start, and Li Mo never expected to make much money from this endorsement.
Back in her hotel room, Li Mo took a hot shower and prepared to go to sleep.
But Lao Wang still had his own things to do; he needed to communicate with Li Xin's assistant...
Back at the hotel, Li Xin washed up and rested.
The little assistant, preoccupied with her own thoughts, watched "If You Are the One" on TV in her room while fiddling with her phone.
Looking at the last message from the man on her phone, the assistant fell into deep thought.
Since we can't hide it anymore, let's put it out in the open and let the two of them openly promote themselves as a couple!