AFVSIBS Chapter 175: Supporting the Song You Like is Ruining the Music Industry?
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Amidst a round of applause, Zhou Chen rose and returned to the center of the stage, standing alongside Wu Heng.
"Zhou Chen, I think everyone is curious now. Do you often make last-minute efforts in your life, which inspired you to create 'Last-Minute Effort' for Wu Heng to sing?"
The host asked humorously.
The audience immediately responded with cheers, expressing their excitement about the question.
"No."
Zhou Chen's answer was just two words. The host had to smile awkwardly and, unwilling to give up, continued, "Then what inspired you to write 'Last-Minute Effort'? And why does the chorus repeat 'I'm always making a last-minute effort, last-minute effort' so many times?"
"Because 'Buddha's foot' was the theme word given to us by Jiang Lin and Lu Jie. I had to create something based on that word, which inspired 'Last-Minute Effort.' It doesn't have much to do with who I am in real life."
This time, Zhou Chen's answer was a bit longer, but still simple and casual.
The host had no choice but to move on, turning to Wu Heng:
"Wu Heng, we can see you enjoyed performing 'Last-Minute Effort.' Do you often find yourself making last-minute efforts in life?"
"Occasionally, yes. I think everyone does at some point. It's normal," Wu Heng replied.
"Do you personally like the song Zhou Chen created for you, 'Last-Minute Effort'?"
In his heart, Wu Heng didn't enjoy singing such songs because he feared being labeled the "king of trivial songs" again. However, Zhou Chen and Wan Fangfang both suggested he sing it, so he did.
Of course, in response to the host's question, he smiled and said, "Of course, I enjoy the joyful melody of this song. I really had fun performing it."
"We can see that you enjoyed it. So now, let's find out how many votes 'Last-Minute Effort' has received. Please display the voting results on the big screen."
The moment of excitement had arrived. Everyone was curious to see how many people supported this song, which was considered even more trivial than the usual trivial songs.
"A total of 2.08 million votes. Congratulations to 'Last-Minute Effort,' and congratulations to Zhou Chen and Wu Heng."
The host announced loudly after seeing the number on the big screen.
The audience instantly erupted in enthusiastic applause.
"Although 'Last-Minute Effort' didn't get as many votes as 'Little Apple' or 'Desert Camel,' 2.08 million is still a high number."
"Yes, several groups before didn't even reach 2 million. So the vote count for 'Last-Minute Effort' isn't low at all."
"This song may be trivial and nonsensical, but a lot of people like it because it's simple and easy to learn. Especially the chorus—anyone who understands Chinese can sing a few lines."
"I also supported this song. I'm not a music teacher, and I can't judge artistic elements. As long as it makes me feel good, it's good music."
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While some netizens were surprised by the vote count for "Last-Minute Effort," they could understand it.
They didn't care if it was a trivial or nonsensical song. If it sounded good and was easy to sing along with, they would support it.
However, some industry insiders were very unhappy with the high vote count for "Last-Minute Effort."
The most displeased was Huang Shanwen. He already disliked trivial songs, and now "Last-Minute Effort," which was worse than "Little Apple" and "Desert Camel," had also received a high vote count. He shook his head, lamenting the downfall of the music industry.
He had already decided that he would give "Last-Minute Effort" a zero score to completely reject such so-called "garbage songs."
"What the hell? Are these people crazy? Supporting such a nonsensical song? Are you all insane? Do you want to ruin the music industry?"
Jiang Lin, sitting backstage, was the one who angrily shouted.
He was more furious and dissatisfied than anyone about "Last-Minute Effort" getting 2.08 million votes because this meant the pressure was now on him and Lu Jie.
Although 2.08 million votes were lower than "Little Apple" and "Desert Camel," surpassing it wasn't easy for them.
He couldn't wait until the show ended. He had to take out his phone and criticize those who supported "Last-Minute Effort," calling them the culprits ruining the music industry.
"Jiang Lin, don't put labels on us. Is it wrong for us to like 'Last-Minute Effort'? Isn't music meant for listeners? This is our choice as an audience. Who are you to judge?"
"Exactly, what songs I like and support don't affect you, right? Why put such a big label on us?"
"If the song you wrote for Lu Jie is good, we'll support you too. But we won't accept such harsh labels."
"I don't understand. How does supporting a song that makes us happy make us the ruiners of the music industry? Does our single vote have that much power?"
"I think Jiang Lin is upset because the high vote count for 'Last-Minute Effort' affects his and Lu Jie's chances of advancing. That's why he's so dissatisfied."
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Jiang Lin's words naturally angered the netizens who voted for "Last-Minute Effort." They flocked to his Weibo to attack him.
Feeling embarrassed and furious, he had no choice but to close the comment section, opting for an out-of-sight, out-of-mind approach.
"Jiang Lin, don't worry. I'll show them what real music is with my performance," Lu Jie reassured him confidently.
"Alright, I'll be watching your performance. We must beat Zhou Chen and his team and restore the honor of the music industry."
Jiang Lin gradually regained his confidence.
On Zhou Chen and Wu Heng's side, they were still standing on the stage.
After the voting results were announced, it was time to reveal the scores.
The host smiled and said, "Next, it's time to score the song 'Last-Minute Effort.' Let's ask the scoring panel to rate this song. The results will be announced in one minute."
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