vrcanaries Chapter 116 Piercing
Chapter 116 Piercing
The lighting in the recording studio remained soft, creating an ambient atmosphere that helped people concentrate.
During the audition, Jia Lai actually sang very well, demonstrating an amazing skill level.
However, since this was his first time working with this song, he was not able to accurately grasp the complex emotions hidden within it, and his handling of certain details did not reach the ideal state.
Bai Li stared intently at the fluctuating audio waveform on the recording equipment, not missing a single detail.
Although it wasn't confirmed that Jia Lai would ultimately record the song, she still gently reached out, pressed the microphone button, and clearly transmitted her voice into the recording studio inside:
“Jialai, in the phrase ‘Like the waves, surging with desire,’ the initial sound should be weak, with a slight vibration of the vocal cords, like the first ripples on the distant sea. Control your breath even more gently, and let the voice come out with a breathy tone. Come on, just this one line, do it again.”
The mountain spirit glanced at Bai Li's serious expression, seemingly lost in thought.
He had initially thought that Bai Li would just have Jia Lai audition first, but at this moment, Bai Li's completely absorbed state and her meticulous guidance made Shan Gui realize that this seemed to be the start of the official recording.
Formal recordings only capture vocal segments, and in pursuit of ultimate perfection, singers often need to record countless takes.
Then, the post-production team will carefully select the clips that best match the song's mood and showcase the singer's abilities from a massive amount of material, and then edit and splice them together.
The mountain spirit couldn't help but mutter to himself, "Are we going to start recording so soon?"
More importantly, Jia Lai has not yet signed a copyright agreement with the company. Is it really okay to record the finished song directly under these circumstances?
But small business owners should have their own considerations.
Thinking of this, the mountain spirit silently reached out and skillfully dragged the audio track to a single line, then gently clicked the start recording button.
Following Bai Li's suggestion, Jia Lai sang the line again.
This time, he tried his best to control the intensity of his voice precisely, attempting to infuse his emotions into every note.
Bai Li frowned slightly, listening carefully to every subtle flaw and discord.
After Jia Lai finished singing, she immediately said, "You got the weak beat this time, which is a big improvement, but your breath control is still not stable enough. Make your breathy voice more solid. When you sing, try to let the breath blow out gently from between your teeth, causing your vocal cords to vibrate very slightly. Remember, it has to be extremely slight."
After saying that, Bai Li demonstrated it herself. She leaned slightly closer to the microphone, adjusted her breathing, and gently parted her lips, displaying just the right amount of breath control and delicate vocal technique.
Jia Lai heard it clearly in the recording studio and was deeply moved.
His gaze pierced through the soundproof glass, looking towards Bai Li's direction. He couldn't help but sigh inwardly, "You really can't judge a book by its cover."
Bai Li looks very young, but her keen judgment of music and exquisite control of sound demonstrate an extraordinary level of professionalism.
Moreover, her ears are incredibly sharp; she can precisely detect the most subtle changes in her own breath, something that cannot be achieved through experience alone, but requires a talent that most people don't possess.
Jia Lai's relaxed state of mind instantly tensed up. He realized that this recording was very different from the past.
In the past, Jia Lai mostly recorded songs at home. Although the recording environment was simple, it was free and casual. He could record however he wanted, completely according to his own rhythm and feeling.
Although I had been to the recording studio a few times before, I had never had to undergo such rigorous corrections, word by word, as I was now.
Unfortunately, every single problem Bai Li pointed out was accurate and irrefutable. This put Jia Lai under immense pressure, yet filled him with fighting spirit.
Realizing this, Jia Lai took a deep breath, trying to calm his heartbeat and regulate his breathing. His eyes were full of focus and seriousness, and his previous casualness and carefree attitude had disappeared without a trace.
Jia Lai pondered Bai Li's words repeatedly, constantly studying and practicing, trying different vocalizations and emotional expressions time and time again.
In the recording studio, Jia Lai's voice echoed again and again. With each rendition, he strived to approach Bai Li's ideal of perfection.
The recording of human voices continued round after round, and time passed quietly without anyone noticing.
Finally, during the last performance, Bai Li nodded in satisfaction, her eyes sparkling with approval: "Very good, just like that."
Hearing Bai Li say it was okay, Shan Gui breathed a sigh of relief and quickly marked the finally qualified human voice clip.
One line was finished, but there were still many lines to record. Bai Li patiently continued to guide them: "Next, when you get to 'Voice like fire, burning through the long night,' you need to sing this line with that fiery, burning feeling. Your voice needs to be more explosive, but at the same time, you need to maintain a certain degree of control and not be too flamboyant..."
By the end of the recording, Jia Lai was numb.
He inwardly groaned, knowing this was undoubtedly the most arduous recording process of his life.
He only recorded one clip, but it actually captured him sweating profusely.
Furthermore, because I wore too many accessories that would clatter and rattle during the recording, any slight movement would cause them to collide and make a crackling sound, which could easily introduce background noise and affect the recording quality.
Therefore, he can only maintain a stiff posture for a long time.
It was even more agonizing!
However, Jia Lai had to admit that this was also the most exhilarating recording experience he had ever had.
From his initial awkwardness to gradually finding his footing under Bai Li's careful guidance, and then to meticulously crafting each lyric, he has become deeply immersed in the process.
It was as if he was climbing a musical peak; every challenge was a step towards growth, and every breakthrough allowed him to experience the boundless charm of music.
Finally, after completing the recording of this segment, Jia Lai slowly walked out of the recording studio in the inner room.
At this moment, his steps were a little heavy. Not only was his throat parched, but he also had back pain from remaining still for so long.
Although his face was full of fatigue, his eyes sparkled with excitement and satisfaction.
In particular, the way Shan Gui skillfully blended his most perfect vocals with the music created a breathtakingly beautiful effect, a world apart from his performance during the first audition.
Listening quietly to the final result, even though it was just a fragment, it was already stunning enough. Jia Lai was filled with sincere admiration, and his eyes seemed to sparkle as he looked at Bai Li.
"Little boss, no, Little boss of the Mountain Ghost, how did you do that? How can you know so well how I'm suited to sing? It's like you understand my voice better than I understand myself."
Even though I only listened to a few songs online during the previous competition, and this is our first meeting, I'm able to understand you so well, and all the tips I gave were crucial and perfectly timed.
Bai Li is too strong, who exactly is she?
Moreover, according to the mountain spirit, the main composer of this song is Bai Li.
With this level of production quality, how come I've never heard of such a character before?
Mountain Ghost:......
Mountain Spirit: The person sitting in front of you is a newcomer to music. I personally taught him a few months ago, so of course you haven't heard of him.
The mountain spirit looked at the already shocked Jia Lai with a complicated expression, and decided that it was better not to say anything for the time being, lest it further provoke Jia Lai.
[Jialai's favorability +15]
【Jialai's Favorability: 30】
Seeing the system notification that Jia Lai's favorability had successfully increased, Bai Li's lips curled up slightly, revealing a barely perceptible smile, thinking that the fish had taken the bait.
She didn't rush to answer Jia Lai's question, but instead slowly started to hang up: "There will be plenty of songs like this in the future, but only singers signed with Day and Night Entertainment will have the opportunity to perform them."
Jia Lai truly fits this song perfectly; his unique voice and understanding of the song seem tailor-made for it.
Unfortunately, Bai Li isn't a charity worker; there's no way you can get a free song recording from her.
In her view, Jia Lai either had to stay obediently and continue to earn her favor, or if that didn't work, he would have to become a signed singer and generate revenue for the company. In short, he had to create some value for himself.
"After signing the contract, the company will provide you with a dedicated creative team to tailor songs specifically for you. In addition, you will have access to all of the company's copyright libraries, and you can choose any songs to sing."
“In addition, our contracts are signed annually.” Bai Li held up a finger and gently waved it in the air: “After the year expires, if the singer feels that there is a more suitable platform, they can choose to find another way out.”
Although it's a one-year contract, Bai Li is confident that any singer who signs with her company won't want to leave.
Her SSR-level [Music Master] skill won't keep her inactive for long.
The theme song of "My Bronze Cauldron Can Connect the Past and Present" is just the beginning, and this song is the first shot fired in the music scene.
Her vision has never been limited to the Chinese music scene, but to the world.
A giant ship is about to set sail. Jia Lai, this is a fantastic opportunity to change your musical life. Will you board the ship?
The question Bai Li posed left Jia Lai silent for quite a while.
He lowered his head slightly, his brows furrowed, his eyes revealing his inner turmoil and contemplation.
So that's where he was waiting.
Countless ideas flashed through his mind.
He had such a great time recording this song, and the exhilarating feeling from recording it was still lingering in his mind. If he were to give it up now and hand it over to someone else, he would probably regret it for the rest of his life.
But it seems a bit unwise to completely bind oneself to a contract just because of one song.
After all, signing a contract means being bound by it. Although the conditions Bai Li offered sounded quite flexible, a contract is still a contract.
Once the contract is signed, that free and unrestrained life will probably be gone forever.
Looking at Jia Lai's ever-changing expressions, Bai Li thought to herself, "He's definitely not that easy to deal with."
Jia Lai expressed his gratitude sincerely, but stated that he would not sign a contract for the time being.
However, he really likes this song, and if Bai Li thinks he is suitable to sing it, he would be very happy to buy the rights to perform it.
Ok.
Respect the fate of others.
Bai Li felt relieved; Jia Lai was indeed a free wind.
Actually, Bai Li was just testing the waters. She had already expected this outcome. It would have been strange if Jia Lai had agreed to sign the contract without hesitation today. That wouldn't be the style of a "bonus hunter".
Typically, when a singer is invited to participate in the recording of an original song, the singer needs to sign a talent transfer agreement, which clearly states that the performance results belong to the copyright holder, and all commercial benefits generated by the song thereafter are unrelated to the singer.
Just like this song, the copyright is firmly in Bai Li's hands. If Jia Lai wants to sing it, he must buy the performance rights.
Bai Li narrowed her eyes slightly, a meaningful smile playing on her lips, and whispered, "The rights to perform this song aren't cheap."
Jia Lai, however, did not hesitate and his eyes lit up: "No problem, you can deduct my 500 million bonus as you like."
“Okay.” Bai Li nodded readily. “Then it’s settled. You can rest for a day, and after you sign the contract, contact me to schedule a time to finish recording the rest.”
After Jia Lai took his leave, Shan Gui remained silent for a moment, frowning slightly. After thinking it over and over again, he slowly spoke: "Actually, you asked him too quickly."
Faced with Bai Li's question, Shan Gui analyzed seriously: "Jialai is not the kind of person who can hide money. Wait until he has squandered all his bonuses and is in dire straits. At that time, the probability of successfully signing a contract will be much higher."
He shook his head gently, his face full of regret.
No wonder they're such good brothers; the more they know each other, the more sarcastic they become.
But Bai Li smiled casually, showing no sign of frustration or distress at Jia Lai's temporary refusal. There's plenty of time; catfish are hard to catch.
Besides, there are plenty of people in the world who sing well; she's not the kind of person who'd fixate on just one fish.
Once the company grows and expands, Jia Lai might not even have the chance to come anymore.
Her thoughts stopped there, and Bai Li noticed that Shan Gui seemed to have another ear piercing on his right ear.
There was nothing there before; now, a pure white bead hung on the ear piercing, shimmering softly under the light. It looked brand new, obviously just recently inserted.
The mountain spirit immediately snapped out of its daze with delight: "Yes, it's new."
Bai Li was the first person to notice the number of piercings on his body.
[Mountain Spirit's Favorability +3]
[Mountain Spirit's Favorability: 69]
Upon hearing the announcement of the favorability rating, Bai Li tilted her head slightly, a hint of curiosity flashing in her eyes. She pointed to her ear and asked, "I've been wanting to ask before, does it hurt to get this?"
Bai Li does not have pierced ears.
It wasn't that I was afraid of the pain, but I had heard that getting my ears pierced wasn't cheap, and if they got infected later, it would be even more troublesome. I would have to buy anti-inflammatory medicine, clean them every day, and the piercings might even close up later, requiring me to get them pierced again. So, Bai Li immediately backed out.
Later, with the introduction of the Godly Rich System, Bai Li never thought of getting her ears pierced again, thus losing the joy of wearing beautiful earrings.
Seeing the new ear piercings that the mountain spirit had just gotten, some thoughts began to stir in her mind.
Upon hearing this, the mountain spirit's eyes lit up, and his face beamed with an excited smile, as if he had found a kindred spirit.
He nodded hurriedly and said anxiously, "It doesn't hurt much, but it's possible that I have a high pain tolerance. It won't hurt at the moment it goes in, but there might be some lingering sensation afterward, though it won't hurt." As he spoke, the mountain spirit gently touched the bead on his lips.
Actually, it doesn't hurt at all.
During the piercing process, the body may also experience feelings similar to pleasure and relaxation.
By the way, how did Bai Li notice all those piercings on her?
Seeing that Bai Li seemed to have a slight interest in piercings, the mountain spirit excitedly promoted himself: "If you want to get your ears pierced, I can do it for you. I'm a professional! I did all of these myself."