Chapter 779
: New Album's Title Single Makes a Stunning Debut
After Jinli finished her performance, she did not anticipate that her performance would become a hit on New Year's Eve.
She doesn't have the ability to predict things in advance.
Moreover, every celebrity present looked dazzling after being carefully dressed up. Even Jinli, watching from backstage, felt that it was a feast for the eyes.
In the entertainment industry, celebrities are actually immune to the word "beautiful".
There's no way around it, people who become celebrities are all good-looking.
Once you enter this circle, you'll be surrounded by handsome men and beautiful women.
Therefore, "beauty" is not a scarce resource in their eyes, but a common one, which means...
If someone is ugly, they actually stand out more and attract more attention.
In addition, because beauty is so common, the standard for finding a boyfriend or girlfriend in the industry is not based on looks, but on inner qualities.
Therefore, it often happens that a handsome man or beautiful woman, despite being very good-looking, will fall in love with someone who is of average appearance but very talented.
Ahem, some behind-the-scenes creators who are of average appearance but very talented are really favored by beautiful female celebrities.
Because each star's stage at the gala was meticulously crafted, Jinli didn't feel that her stage was particularly unique.
They had agreed to go out for a late-night snack together. Jinli was the last member of the Pink Girls group to go on stage. By the time she finished, the others had already removed their makeup and changed their clothes.
Jinli was removing her makeup in the dressing room, Chen Qin was helping her choose casual clothes, and the others were commenting on her performance.
Xi Mengze: "The stage was very beautiful, my singing was decent, I didn't make any mistakes, and I performed well this time."
Qi Guanmingzhu pondered for a moment, "The stage performance just now was very good. I watched the gala, and I felt that none of the other stages were as amazing as Jinli's. It should become a hit."
Ji Qinglian: "Am I the only one who thinks Jinli is becoming more and more like an all-rounder? She excels in all aspects of her profession. She can sing, dance, and act. Which celebrity is as versatile as her?"
Upon hearing this, Xi Mengze and Qi Guanmingzhu seemed to be awakened, and they looked intently at Jinli.
"He's increasingly showing the demeanor of an international superstar!"
"Hey pro, can you help me out?!"
Jinli smiled, her eyes crinkling slightly: "Sure, come join me on the next project. As my best friend and former colleague, I can easily arrange an important supporting role for you."
The three looked at each other, then said in unison, "Ugly, no way!"
Jinli removed her makeup, changed her clothes, and prepared to slip away with the others through the designated exit passage when she suddenly heard the host's voice from ahead:
"Next, please welcome March Band to present us with a wonderful performance—'The Direction Where Dreams Set Sail'!"
Jinli paused, then walked towards the front desk.
The other people also walked towards the front desk in a tacit manner.
I originally thought March Band was preparing their classic songs, but I've seen those songs performed on stage so many times that they weren't anything new.
But they had never heard this song, "The Direction Where Dreams Set Sail".
During the break while waiting for the stage, Qi Guanmingzhu asked in a low voice, "Is this a new song? Do you have any news about it?"
Xi Mengze shook his head: "No, Yan Xingdong didn't tell me, but he's been quite busy these days, the whole team is very busy."
Jinli also said, "There's no news. All I know is that Gu Cheng is busy preparing for a new album, not a solo album, but a new album for the team."
Ji Qinglian raised an eyebrow and clicked her tongue.
"6. A comeback group is also preparing a new album. That shows how much they spoil their fans. Being a fan of the group is a real treat."
For many popular groups, the comeback is just a wishful thinking for fans, with form outweighing substance.
Once the group's popularity declines, it will be natural for the group to disband a few years later.
By then, only one in ten of the fans who started the commotion will remain. This can be considered a form of "soft handling."
After all, if a popular group suddenly announces its disbandment and all members go solo, many group fans will find it hard to accept and may resort to various extreme behaviors.
But this gentle approach, like cutting meat with a dull knife, eventually becomes a habit.
After becoming a comeback group, Marchday will prepare a new album, so it seems like they won't completely disband after a few years of comeback.
Qi Guanmingzhu and Xi Mengze also thought of it, and Mingzhu asked curiously:
"Are they going to keep this limited-time group going forever?"
Jinli thought for a moment, "I think it would be good if they could continue doing this. After all, celebrities' popularity fluctuates, and no one can guarantee that they will always stay at the peak."
Even the most popular stars have their periods of obscurity, and when that time comes, if the combined fame of four individuals can generate more buzz than those who have fallen from grace.
Ji Qinglian nodded: "Yes, Zhang Guang has a long-term vision. If the company had treated us like this back then, the Pink Girl group wouldn't have—"
She paused, then remained silent, but everyone else knew what she wanted to say.
No one spoke; everyone listened quietly to the title track from March Sky's new album.
Just like its name, this piece of music is very exciting and exhilarating.
Some people hear youthful passion in this song and see where their dreams begin.
Some people also heard the vicissitudes and profound understanding in it: "Having left for half a lifetime, returning still a youth."
Some people think it's a simple inspirational song, while others see it as a song for middle-aged people to have a dialogue with themselves and to revitalize themselves...
Everyone's perception of this song is different.
Jinli and the others, from a professional perspective, could tell that March Sky had used a lot of techniques in this song.
As a professional singer, Xi Mengze is the most qualified to speak on this matter.
She calmly said, "This song doesn't sound difficult, and the melody is very simple with many repeated beats. The most difficult part is the final high note. It sounds simple, but it's actually very difficult to sing."
Qi Guanmingzhu: "Only those who sing it know. Some people can get the emotions right, but their technique isn't up to par. If they sing this song in a karaoke bar, nine times out of ten they'll end up howling like ghosts."
Jinli shrugged: "I've seen the look in their eyes. I can only sing a small part of it. It's impossible for me to sing the whole song and keep up with their tune."
Ji Qinglian thought of something else, "As expected of a top boy group, everyone has a very good foundation. To be able to sing and dance to this level is already very strong."
While none of the members of March Band possess top-tier singing skills, their average level is only slightly below that of professional singers.
The four of them combined their strength and were very powerful.
No wonder they want to keep the 'March Sky' band going; they definitely have the ability.
As idols get older, the disbandment of the group is inevitable.
Some artists don't not want to continue being idols, but they simply can't anymore.
Everyone has their limits; the best years of youth and physical fitness only last a few years.
The weight gain and body shape changes that come with middle age are a hurdle that many male celebrities cannot avoid.
However, judging from March Band's performance today, perhaps they won't have this problem.
After watching the March Sky performance, Jinli and the others slipped out for a late-night snack.
A little while later, the other members of March Sky also quietly arrived and had a late-night snack with them.
Seeing their lovers approach, Xi Mengze, Qi Guanmingzhu, and Jinli all felt a little embarrassed.
Ji Qinglian, however, was not surprised at all and calmly said, "What a coincidence!"
Only Luo Yi could calmly accept this: "It is quite a coincidence." (End of Chapter)