Luo Dayou looked confused: "Is there any splicing? I really didn't see it!"
Elaine also had a surprised expression: "I also thought that was Brother Dabao's real skill!"
"Then without knowing it, do you think Brother Dabao can do it?" Director Ye asked intentionally.
Luo Da nodded slightly: "Anyway, I am convinced. The atmosphere of the whole film has been heightened. The martial arts framework is very strong. The previous exciting fight scenes have brought people into the plot, which will make people unconscious. I believe that Master Hong must have such ability."
Hong Dabao looked at Liu Qingshan, with an expression that was indeed true, more like a sigh of relief.
In fact, when filming that scene, Hong Dabao always insisted on doing it by himself. Although one action was broken down into two parts, his performance that day was quite stubborn due to his martial arts-like character who refused to convince others.
This also caused the filming of that section to go back and forth for more than an hour. In the end, he accepted Liu Qingshan's proposal to use a stand-in after he was unable to do anything.
Hong Dabao's glance at each other at this moment meant that he was sighing at Liu Qingshan's precise eyesight. If he had listened to him earlier, he wouldn't have wasted more than an hour.
But more importantly to him, Liu Qingshan did not show any impatience in the face of his stubbornness, but always cooperated with him in a positive manner.
People who have no directing experience will never understand the irritability of a shot that is delayed, but as a director, Liu Qingshan did not show even the slightest dissatisfaction with him, which is enough to show that this person respects him.
Strictly speaking, many martial arts practitioners in Xiangjiang are considered to be martial artists, and the same is true for Hong Dabao. In addition to the characteristics of a martial arts fanatic, the most important thing for him is love and justice.
After this shooting, he fully recognized Liu Qingshan's character.
Although there is a huge age gap between the two, due to Liu Qingshan's extraordinary strength, the relationship between the two has always been that of equals, and it may be possible for them to become close friends in the future.
After watching the filming scene with the guests for a while, Liu Qingshan returned to downtown Shencheng with the group, and there was also Hong Dabao among his companions.
The latter joined because he had to personally follow up on the arrangement of the theme song, because Brother Dabao was also responsible for the entire post-production improvement task. He had listened to this song for more than 20 years, and no one could compare with him. I am more qualified to comment on whether the new version is suitable for this movie.
Of course, the previous two songs will still be retained, but the number of times they will be displayed will be suppressed.
Especially the song "Kilin" will only appear in the ending song position and will not receive any preferential treatment.
After coming to the city for a quick meal, the group went to the recording studio.
This recording studio was still run by Sun Nan's friend. Now it is Liu Qingshan's special studio in Shanghai. Whenever he records, the entire recording studio will no longer receive other business.
Moreover, thanks to the relationship with the owner of the recording studio, the band members invited were all top musicians in Shanghai, and Luo and Li were also present. The arrangement part only took half an hour to complete.
The song "A Laugh in the Sea" has had countless versions and has been covered by dozens of famous singers, but the most beautiful version of the Mandarin version does not surpass the original singing.
As one of the original singers, Luo Dayou was naturally the one with the most say during the recording process, but after hearing Liu Qingshan’s rap part, he did not dare to stand up and comment specifically.
The style of this song itself has a strong Jianghu style, and its chic and tough side is quite obvious.
But with his rap part with a clear Sichuan accent, it not only makes the Jianghu style highly compatible, but also adds a side of worldly fireworks.
The lyrics are very vernacular, but the main lyrics interspersed with Canghai are not inferior at all.
I have to say that this is a very finishing touch, and the way of adding it is very clever. Although a large section is added, it can contrast with the previous secular lyrics, which not only achieves the effect, but also makes money. The fans' emotions were divided.
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"It's no longer that the poor don't want to look at the sky, but when they raise their eyes, they can see white clouds, green mountains and curling smoke." Even Luo Dayou, a talented poet recognized in the industry, couldn't help but marvel.
Moreover, he very much agrees with adding a rap part to this traditional ancient song, because this is the trend of popular music in today's era, and it is very interesting to be able to truly integrate Chinese style and rap. Meaningful things.
Especially in terms of overseas communication, the addition of this part means that its popularity may be wider.
So far, except for the song "Sweet Honey" from the 1970s, no Chinese song has ever been truly sung around the world.
Moreover, this song is not a melodious sound like "Sweet Honey", but is of great significance and has the essence of ancient music with the most original pentatonic scale of China's thousands of years of history.
If more people around the world can learn about the charm and history of Chinese ancient music because of this extra piece of rap, it will undoubtedly be a huge contribution.
Therefore, Luo Dayou, who has been in the industry for decades, is very sensitive to this problem, so his positive and cooperative attitude is more obvious and exciting than that of Li Zhongsheng.
On the contrary, Hong Taibao, a veteran kung fu film tycoon, was full of criticisms of this adaptation style, which can be seen from the frown on his face from time to time.
Fortunately, he knew that he was just a music lover at best. Facing two godfather figures of Chinese music and a new generation of singers like Liu Qingshan who sang Chinese songs overseas, he had to hold back any doubts he had in his heart. in stomach.
However, it was rare that he was willing to step out of the crew to supervise the completion of a theme song, and naturally he would appropriately express his inner doubts.
It's just that the method he adopted was very smart. He didn't question it openly, but quietly asked Luo Dayou, who was fine with him.
Luo Dayou explained it this way: "How should I put it? Apart from the original version, the version that the market or fans recognize the most is Xu Guanjie's version. Am I right?"
"Well, that version is still the first actual version. And with the blessing of the movie "The Swordsman", I, like many people, still find it easier to accept that version!"
"It's easier for you to understand in comparison! Xu Guanjie sings about the martial arts world of heroes, about Linghu Chong who values love and righteousness. He puts aside all disputes about fame and wealth in front of the breeze and the bright moon. 'The boat passed away from now on, and the rivers and seas carried the free and easy life for the rest of my life. ; Shanzi's version sings about the world of little people, the little people in the market licking their blood on the tip of a knife. He said, "I can't learn to bend down, but I understand very well" that one mountain is still higher than the other, although Thinking that we are humble and ordinary, but we will never settle for mediocrity and move forward bravely. Do you understand this explanation?"
Hong Dabao lowered his head and pondered for a while. When he raised his head again, there was a bright light in his eyes. "I roughly understand that Ip Man's character is also an ordinary person. He opened a martial arts gym because he was forced by life and was involved in various kinds of things. The disputes are due to people having no control over the world, but his nature has always been that of a gentlemanly folk master, not a hero. Is Shanzi's lyrics expressing Ip Man's feelings or the most authentic portrayal? "
"Not bad, not bad. I didn't expect you to be more delicate than a martial artist! Ip Man is essentially an ordinary person. He has a family and relatives to support. He is also a bit monogamous and has the characteristics of a soft-eared ordinary person. .So Shanzi’s rap part is different from the original singer Huang’s worldly conception. His version expresses more of a worldly feeling. In this regard, does his lyrics still fit well with the movie? "
"I admit this, but the rap style is a foreign thing, purely imported. Isn't it a bit nondescript to have this kind of melody appear in the style of ancient music?"
"Oh my god, Brother Dabao, how one-sided is your understanding of music! Is the piano an imported product? The saxophone, accordion, and even the suona are all from ancient Persia, not exclusive to China! And you I also heard that today’s adaptation did not replace the original piano, flute, pipa, erhu, and drums with modern music, but even kept the original flavor. And his rap part did not affect the overall style structure. ,on the contrary
It creates a stronger atmosphere that highlights the heroic atmosphere, and the compact feeling of the original ancient style accompaniment just complements the rap part with the same sharp rhythm. This combination may lack the artistic conception and unrestrainedness of the original version, but it has more unyielding spirit. The resistance and self-confidence, as well as the momentum of the Chinese drum, add an extra sense of domineering to this carefree and comfortable life! "
"Listening to your detailed explanation, I feel more and more that it has some uses."
"It's not as simple as usability. We also need to fully consider the acceptance of overseas markets. For example, is his song "Kilin" more popular abroad than his other Chinese songs?"
"Don't mention it yet. After you reminded me, this is indeed the case!"
"So, there is a reason why Yamako's music can really go abroad. He is very good at integrating two completely different musical styles as much as possible. In this regard, Tadakatsu and I are far from able to do it. Come! And this is definitely not flattering him!"
"So, his design will not be questioned by other music colleagues?"
"There will definitely be different opinions, but they certainly won't come from the music industry. Only simple fans like you dare to question it."
"Then you and Tadakatsu approve of his adaptation?"
"It's not only recognition, but also a bit of admiration. Although it's a bit embarrassing to say this from both of our mouths, the fact is the fact. Because neither he nor I can make Chinese songs accepted by many people in different contexts. ! It is no exaggeration to say that so far in the entire Chinese music world, only Shanzi can do it. Are you not convinced? Sorry, then come up with a song that you think is most likely to gain market traffic similar to his to verify your point of view. Correctness!"
