Huayu: Starting by piggybacking on the fame of "Fairy Mom"

Chapter 117 The Strongest Voice of the Era

Since her debut, Yang Yuying has sung sweet songs and followed a pure and innocent image.

On stage, her every move exudes gentleness and sweetness, as if it were a musical note of this era.

Today's youthful outfit seems tailor-made for her—her ponytail is loose, and her hair cascades down to her shoulders like a waterfall. Her round, oval face, with shallow dimples, exudes a sweet yet traditional Eastern charm.

In the days before beauty filters, her skin was so fair it seemed to glow. She didn't need heavy makeup; a touch of light pink lipstick was enough to amaze people.

As if to suit the occasion, or perhaps to better fit the song, the pale yellow light on stage shone on her, making her look less sweet like a young girl and more hazy like smoke.

After a moment, she gave an "OK" sign.

The intro slowly begins, and her voice slides in along with the melody:

I'll be fine / The flowers still smell sweet...

From the very first line, the audience held their breath. Whether it was the music critics, the media, or even some young audience members, they all sat up straight.

Yang Yuying has an excellent voice, that's for sure.

She has been immersed in a sweet enunciation technique centered on breathy singing, which blends folk and popular singing styles for many years, but today her voice has a slight "tremor".

What she uttered wasn't lyrics, but something sweeter and more fragile—carrying a hint of cautious probing, and a touch of bittersweet girlish sentiment.

These details were vividly portrayed through her trembling voice.

I'm thinking of you/I keep thinking of you/You've become a secret in my heart...

The melody continues—

Reporters scribbled furiously, exchanging glances as they sensed yet another headline: "Yang Yuying's Transformation?" "Sweet Song Queen's Heartfelt Performance of Growth."

The music critic closed his eyes and focused intently, catching something unusual. The word "want" in the lyrics slowly became affectionate, like a coquettish plea, or like longing.

Many parents who had accompanied Yang Yuying through her youth were stunned. They could hardly believe it was Yang Yuying singing—her voice was still there, but it had completely transcended sweetness. She was growing, she was transforming. Yes, we've all started our own families, and it's time for "her" to receive some blessings.

As Da Meili walked out from backstage, she couldn't help but slowly stop in her tracks. The venue was covered with a thick carpet, but at this moment, even the slightest footstep would interrupt this sweet moment.

Liu Xiaoli and Zhou Wenqiong looked at each other, then fell into deep thought.

Although the Jiangcheng Song and Dance Troupe is known for its dance, songs also make up a significant portion of its repertoire.

Liu Xiaoli knows many famous people and has heard countless heartfelt performances, but today, Yang Yuying's singing voice has pulled her into another dimension.

The singing was good, but the music was also good.

At this moment, Zhou Wenqiong only wanted to fly to her younger brother's side, knock open his head and see what else was inside—could he have written such profound human affection?

If she was still convinced that "writing songs doesn't require personal life experience" when she previously retorted to Niu Leide, she now wants to take back that statement.

Time keeps passing by / Memories are so beautiful...

Yang Yuying did not deliberately exaggerate the tragedy, but handled it with a gentle touch that carried a sigh.

She added a slight sob, instantly gripping the hearts of her listeners.

"Great!" A music critic in the audience murmured in approval. "The texture of the sound, the musicality... absolutely amazing."

As soon as he finished speaking, he received stern looks from those around him, and he quickly shut up.

At this moment, Yang Yuying's eyes began to fill with tears.

Her thoughts were soaring, beyond memories, in search of the truest existence within her heart!

She has given this sweet-sounding melody the most suitable makeover!

She closed her eyes tightly, and a tear silently slid down her cheek.

She frantically tried to salvage the situation with a sweeter voice, but what she got in return was:

Whether it's love or friendship, it's all good/That's the happiness in my heart/I know it's bittersweet...

Besides the singing and piano music, a slight sob could be heard at this moment.

Many listeners responded by raising their hands to gently wipe the corners of their eyes.

Music critic Niu Leide could no longer contain himself and muttered to himself, "He's been deified!"

"No, there's also Zhou Xiaobai, who also became a legend in one battle." Another music critic chimed in, "He's a prodigy. How old is he? I can't even imagine what he'll achieve in the future."

Chen Jian, music director of Era Records, clenched his hands: "She has reached another peak."

He recalled the moment two months ago when he received the song from Zhou Xiaobai. His expression then was complex: "This song... is very special. Does it suit Yang Yuying...?"

Zhou Xiaobai seemed to have anticipated his question. He looked at him and said, "You're right. Considering her persona, this song is a bit mature." He then changed the subject, "But have you considered that the audience has matured as well? What do they need? Resonance, an emotional outlet. The song's sense of unwillingness to accept defeat and its stubbornness can instantly capture people's hearts and evoke memories for them."

This is the answer given by Zhou Xiaobai.

And today, everything has been proven true.

At this moment, the music gradually came to an end. As the last verse of lyrics was uttered by Yang Yuying:

I want to send you my blessings from afar / I know they are bittersweet.

The lyrics are straightforward and cruel, humble yet filled with blessings.

This is less a love song and more a poison disguised in sweetness, about decadence.

Yang Yuying, standing on the stage, was already in tears.

After the musical notes faded away, the press conference fell silent.

A feeling of unease is spreading...

a long time.

"Clap clap clap clap..." A burst of applause erupted from the audience.

"Great, that sounds wonderful!"

"This is another Yang Yuying!"

……

If Liu Qianqian's "Liu Yifei" is an exception that breaks through the classics and carves out a different path, then that is an anomaly and cannot be replicated.

Her voice is as clear and crisp as a child's, as soft and sweet as a little girl's. It requires no skill; it only needs to be natural to captivate people's hearts.

But Yang Yuying is different. She is a queen of sweet songs, a memory of this era, and a superstar who has already reached the top.

To take the next step, we must transform and express ourselves with more mature emotions.

She has been struggling with the transition.

In the pop music market, talented creators are as rare as morning stars.

She has met countless people, but all she has received are similar love songs; there has been no breakthrough.

No matter how suitable those songs are, if they are sung over and over again, it may sound good that it makes money for the company and raises the profile of the composer, but what does she gain herself?

The one who reaps the rewards is still that beautiful girl who can sing love songs.

It wasn't until Zhou Xiaobai appeared that she saw hope.

By securing the rights to "I Will Be Fine" through Chen Jian, they took a crucial first step.

She could sense that this song would crown her once again.

That's why she stood up for Liu Qianqian.

Today, she sang the strongest voice of the era.

Do not--

It is the strongest voice of the "era".