Chapter 847 Breaking through the ceiling of Guoman? (Part 1)
Regarding Harold's question, Ye Zhiqiu has heard it countless times during his time in the United States.
It can only be said that the image of Brother Fanglong is so deeply rooted in the hearts of the people, especially after winning the Oscar Lifetime Achievement Award a year ago, this name has become a representative of superstars.
"Of course I know him."
Ye Zhiqiu answered without hesitation, then shrugged and added: "It's a pity that Brother Fanglong doesn't know me."
"Actually, I'm also a fan of his."
"Oh!" The excitement on Harold's face faded before it rose, and he said helplessly: "Ye, I have to say you are very humorous."
This was the two people's simple opening remarks, and then they began to prepare for the show.
Harold feels a bit like the black police officer in "Rush Hour" in his previous life to Ye Zhiqiu. His words are very emotionally contagious, but in a seemingly gag-like funny style, he also has certain musical literacy and overall professional level.
Very strong indeed.
The other party did not prepare any script and just let the singers being interviewed perform freely. This is also the consistent style of this show.
Soon, the peak period of 5pm arrived and the radio interview officially began.
"Hello everyone, it's 'contemporary pop' time, welcome to listen! I am Harold, the host you are familiar with."
Harold said enthusiastically: "I believe friends who paid attention to the last program preview already know that today we have invited a major guest - jacksonye to do this program together."
"Just yesterday, all three new songs from his album of the same name entered the top 30 of the Billboard chart... Wow, it's really an amazing achievement."
"Ye, say hello to everyone."
Ye Zhiqiu briefly said hello into the microphone.
"Ye, to be honest, I just didn't pay attention to the list yesterday. Your song has risen a few places. This is amazing."
"You have already created the best record for an Asian solo artist on the B-list, but now it seems that the limit of this album is more than that. I would like to ask you what are your expectations for the final result?"
Ye Zhiqiu thought for a moment and replied with a smile: "First of all, thank you to all the viewers who bought this album. Without you, I would not have been able to achieve what I have achieved now."
"As for the final result, I think it will be in the top 20."
"Wow, that's a very confident answer. It's not easy."
Harold sighed: "But I believe you can do it."
Although what Harold said was a compliment, it was also from the bottom of his heart.
He also bought the album "jacksonye" himself and listened to it more than once. He felt that this album was indeed of this level.
Ye Zhiqiu smiled, he felt that he was already very humble.
But it’s okay for the other party to think so. In the United States, “confidence” or even “arrogance” are not derogatory terms. It is not his style to be timid even though he is obviously powerful.
"Second question, Ye."
The chat-style interview continued, Harold asked: "I know you are a very famous superstar in China and have written many excellent Chinese songs. This time, all three English songs were composed by you yourself."
"To be honest, this is the first time I have seen a singer who writes songs in a non-native language so well. Can you share with us how you did it?"
Harold's question was very good. It looked like a question, but in fact he was praising Ye Zhiqiu again calmly.
For this kind of problem, Ye Zhiqiu has already prepared for it.
Answer directly and truthfully. Of course it won’t take you 10 minutes to write a song. You still have to tell a story.
It's nothing more than the story background of the song, the source of creative inspiration, etc. Ye Zhiqiu's specialty is writing novels, so it is not difficult for him to tell it for three days and three nights.
In the process of telling the story, some ideas for writing lyrics and arranging music are interspersed. Overall, the story is both story-telling and professional, and it is full of "powerful style"!
This is still very important. After all, when Ye Zhiqiu enters the US market, he positions himself as a "musical talent".
After all, "talent" will never be criticized no matter which country it is placed in, and it also has the meaning of "talisman".
In the studio, Harold, like many listeners listening to the radio, became more and more impressed by Ye Zhiqiu's eloquent talk.
Many of the music knowledge Ye Zhiqiu mentioned may only sound lofty to people who don't understand music.
For those who know a little bit about music, it is like taking a doctoral course as an undergraduate.
——I often don’t understand. Occasionally, when I encounter my existing knowledge, I feel like I’m suddenly enlightened, and then I’m back to being confused again.
After a period of fooling around, the program has completely settled into a rhythm suitable for Ye Zhiqiu, and it has become simpler from now on.
After talking for a while, two more songs from the "Jacksonye" ep were played in the middle, and a wave of free advertisements were given to help the songs hit the charts.
At the end of the program, there is a question-and-answer session for the audience.
"Let's take a look at the draw..."
Harold looked at the computer in front of him, and then his expression became exciting.
"Oh, I think this is a question that a lot of viewers will be interested in."
"Ye, there are many photos of you and Swift on the Internet. Are you dating?"
When he said this, Harold was winking at Ye Zhiqiu.
"...This is a misunderstanding." Ye Zhiqiu's face was calm, and he took this opportunity to explain, "We are just ordinary friends, we have collaborated on the stage once, that's all."
Harold laughed and stopped delving into it. The subsequent questions became much more normal. In the end, the entire program lasted for an hour.
After turning off the signal and taking off the headphones, a staff member immediately brought the data.
Harold took a look and his face was filled with excitement.
Chapter completed!