The moment Chen Zhiming received the invitation letter, the outside world was already in turmoil.
The first was Universal Entertainment. They urgently recruited countless employees and rushed to the market day and night. Chen Zhiming's first album was finally released just before the Grammys. Following that, the release of the album went around the entire United States. At the same time, all the major newspapers reported it.
The New York Times used three pages to give a detailed report on Chen Zhiming's album, Chen Zhiming's personal information, the Grammys nomination, and the mysterious three title songs of Chen Zhiming's debut album.
" It's hard to imagine that an album with three title songs, all of which are legends and classics. There's no doubt that these songs will quickly occupy the top three spots of the major song charts in the near future. What's even more surprising is that these three title songs were all written by Leo himself.”
"And Leo himself, Zhi Ming. Chen was just a young man from the East. He had only been in the entertainment industry for less than half a year, but he had already been nominated by the Grammys for two awards: " Song of the Year " and " Best Newcomer." This was simply a miracle. As everyone knew, the Grammys were the Oscars of the American recording industry and also the most influential awards in the world. Countless famous singers were already able to win that old gramophone with pride.”
In contrast to the New York Times 'praise, the Los Angeles Times' report was written by a certain editor-in-chief who was sharp-tongued and stood completely opposite of Chen Zhiming.
"It's too scary. I can't imagine a yellow-skinned person entering the American entertainment industry and winning the most prestigious music award in America. This is definitely the end of the world! Even though Leo had a good voice and his voice was unique, that was all.”
"An Asian can actually win the highest honor in the United States. Perhaps the day when an Asian becomes a leader is not far away.”
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In March 1991, the 33rd annual Grammys Awards ceremony was officially held at the Sheraton Flushing Hotel in New York.
Chen Zhiming sat in the commercial car sent by Universal Entertainment. He was a little uneasy. After all, the Grammys were one of the most influential awards in the world. The plot that he had never dreamed of in his previous life had actually happened.
"Are you nervous?" Smith joked. In fact, he was also very nervous. Although it was not his first time here, his mood was different every time. There would be new surprises and new horizons.
"A little." Chen Zhiming nodded wordlessly. His heartbeat was as if it was on a winding mountain road. He felt suffocated and uncomfortable.
"Leo, you earned this with your own abilities. Although the Grammys are very influential, Leo, you can walk on it proudly and even walk a few more rounds. You have the ability. Come on, we're here. Give your fans a big surprise.”Smith patted Chen Zhiming's shoulder and encouraged him.
"Yes." Chen Zhiming nodded. Although he didn't feel relaxed after listening to Smith's words, Chen Zhiming was a stage singer. The more people there were, the calmer he felt.
As soon as Chen Zhiming's car stopped, it immediately attracted the attention of all the fans and reporters present. Everyone was talking about which singer was coming this time.
After a few staff members got out of the car, Chen Zhiming's door was opened. The driver who followed him walked up to Chen Zhiming and bowed.
Chen Zhiming felt a little uncomfortable. He felt like an emperor who was inspecting, receiving the support of hundreds of officials and the warm welcome of fans.
Chen Zhiming tidied up his clothes, got up, and walked out.
As soon as he landed, Chen Zhiming heard the surrounding fans screaming. All kinds of cameras flashed wildly, and the white light was extremely dazzling. Chen Zhiming was so dazzled that he could not open his eyes. The fans shouted in unison, as if they were welcoming a triumphant return.
“LEO，LEO……”
Chen Zhiming used the smile that he had practiced for a few days and nodded at the fans around him. These fans were really crazy. At the same time, Chen Zhiming also witnessed his own popularity.
Chen Zhiming's body was trembling. He was only wearing the most ordinary suit with a shirt underneath. He could not protect himself from the cold air around him. As the old saying goes," only elegance, not warmth ", Chen Zhiming chopped his feet twice with trembling hands and continued to walk forward.
"This damn Grammys, why didn't they pick a good day?”Chen Zhiming cursed under his breath. However, he was quickly led to a pre-arranged seat by a staff member when he entered the hotel.
Chen Zhiming had been arranged to sing a six-minute song at the Grammys this time. Thinking about how rare this opportunity was, he wanted to make a name for himself through this competition. He couldn't afford to miss it.
"Hello, Leo." A sweet voice interrupted Chen Zhiming's thoughts.
"Hehe, we are competitors today.”Chen Zhiming raised his head and saw that it was Mariah Carey, who was from the same record company but hadn't seen her in a long time.
At the 33rd annual Grammys for Best Newcomer, Chen Zhiming and Mariah Carey were nominated at the same time. The two of them were indeed competitors.
"Hehe, seeing that you've also been nominated for 'Best Newcomer,' I think I'm done for. The results of your 'opera 2' are really admirable.”Mariah Carey smiled and continued,"But after the Grammys were nominated, your first album had just been signed. Otherwise, with just those three main songs, the people nominated for 'Best Single' and 'Best Song of the Year' would have no hope at all.”
"Haha." Chen Zhiming only smiled and did not answer her.
"Are you ready for the six-minute performance?”Mariah Carey looked at Chen Zhiming and asked softly.
"Yes, I'm ready." After Chen Zhiming returned to San Francisco, the Grammys nomination had already ended. There was no extra time before the awards ceremony. The head office's vice president, Willy, waved his hand and let Chen Zhiming perform freely.
" Christmas in My Heart " paused, and Chen Zhiming continued,""Tarzan and Jenny"
"What is it? Tarzan and Jenny, are you serious?”Mariah Carey looked at Chen Zhiming in surprise. Because Mariah Carey had already sung " Vision Of Love " in the 32nd annual concert, Universal Music's higher-ups decided to give Chen Zhiming the opportunity to sing this time.
Chen Zhiming's singing of " Tarzan and Jenny " was giving Mariah Carey a chance to go on stage. How could she not be excited? After all, this was the Grammys, the focus of the world.
"Thank you." Mariah Carey whispered. Then, she raised her head and stared at the stage without saying anything else.
The awards ceremony officially began…
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