The Healing Life of a Music Genius - Chapter 157



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“M.J. Isn’t it safe to say that you’ve stopped composing music at this point? “It’s been quiet for several months now?”

“Or maybe he was making a living by starting a composition academy somewhere.”

“Selecting a hit song every time is not easy. “It could be that he went into hiding because of that burden.”

“So the composer’s mentality is weak?”

“That is highly likely. This is a surprisingly common occurrence in this industry. “I’ve known you since you were anonymous.”

“but.”

“I’m a little disappointed. “I thought it’s been a while since a good composer came out.”

Those who have a leg up in the Korean pop music industry were making their own evaluations of MJ, a composer who was inactive.

People who like to make up stories.

Words that start from their mouths can go around and become a kind of gossip.

And the space where the gossip was consumed the most was the Internet.

B MJ. Would you say you are almost a one-hit wonder composer?

ㄴ MJ released 6 songs, but they are not one-hit songs.

ㄴ Still, the period of activity is short. ⌜Long day⌟ Because I completely fell asleep after composing the song.

Is it really because of the pressure? To be honest, it’s worth it since our debut song has been #1 on the music charts.

ㄴ But how many ‘composers’ do we remember? He was a great artist.

ㄴ ㅇㅇ That’s right.

ㄴ But is it correct to think that you stopped your activities after diving for about 4 or 5 months? Maybe he’s just resting.

ㄴ No way~ If I were MJ, I would have been active and not rested. The price has risen the most right now, so is there any reason to take a break?

ㄴ There may be personal circumstances.

ㄴ Hahaha, people are equal in front of money, right? That won’t happen.

ㄴ Honestly, if you’re a singer, there’s no reason for a composer to take this long of a break. You just have to keep composing music regardless of your schedule.

ㄴ ㄹㅇ

ㄴ Was ⌜Long day⌟ No. 1 on the music charts for about 2 months?

ㄴ ㅇㅇ That much? It also reached the top of the Billboard K-pop chart. The song was pretty good.

ㄴ But ‘Billboard K-pop’ is not the main chart. Does this sub-chart by country have any meaning?

ㄴ Well, that’s right. In fact, the ‘Billboard K-pop Chart’ is a chart that mostly features idol groups, so it doesn’t have much meaning.

B Hey. Honestly, that’s not true. ‘Most idol groups occupy the top rankings’, but isn’t it great that singer Jang Hyun-pil is on the charts in itself?

ㄴ Ah, you can see it that way, right?

ㄴ It’s not a song released in English by ⌜Long day⌟. There was only one time when Hyunpil Jang sang a song in English on stage while on tour in the U.S., and it made it into the charts. There was no separate promotion in the US either. It is true that the ‘Billboard K-pop’ chart is also great.

B That’s right. The response on NewTube was also good.

ㄴ ㅇㅇ The foreigners I met Jang Hyun-pil through ⌜Long day⌟ seem to be quite good-looking.

What about MJ?

ㄴ There is a feeling of being buried because I am a composer. But now that his activities have stopped, he is gradually being forgotten.

ㄴ It’s a pity.

ㄴ I wish MJ would release one more good song. With a good singer.

ㄴ Honestly, it’s about time MJ’s new song comes out. It would be nice if it were a ⌜Long day⌟ level song.

ㄴ Are you saying you stopped your MJ activities? What are you expecting?

ㄴ Ugh. No? Don’t you know that nothing is officially known?

ㄴ Just the rumors that are already going around…

B Yes. That’s just a rumor.

B Yes. no. It’s a story with a clear source.

ㄴ What is the source? lol

Various reactions from netizens.

Manager Park Hoon of ⌜Moolgwang⌟, a man who was carefully looking at this information on his smartphone in the car, opened his mouth.

“As a result, even though he took a break for 4 or 5 months, MJ’s popularity is still the same. “He is by far the best among composers who are not the ‘representatives’ of some entertainment company.”

“The composer always created impressive songs. In particular, ⌜Long day⌟ was an even more meaningful song.”

When Charina, who was driving, answered, Park Hoon nodded.

“that’s right. It was a box office success, and even if you just look at the song, it was great. “Because songs like this don’t come out often these days.”

A composer who creates songs that resonate deeply with people but never misses the hit.

There were only a handful of people in Korea who could accomplish this.

“Plus, the quality has gotten much better than when I first composed ⌜TEST⌟. My skills are gradually improving. “I think if I keep composing, better and better songs will come out.”

“but······. “The composer is very busy right now.”

Carnegie Hall and Esplanade.

The pianist successfully completed a recital at one of the world’s leading concert halls and received rave reviews from critics.

Park Hoon and Charina, who knew the identity of composer MJ and the reason for his hiatus, actually tried to laugh.

“What a kid. “I’m already trying to get close to the top in terms of performance.”

“I think it might not be a bad idea to go into performance altogether. “I think I’m getting more performance guarantees now than I expected.”

“Maybe so. “I haven’t heard the exact guarantee I’m receiving, but it seems like I’m being treated at the top level.”

Charina became a little curious and asked Park Hoon a question.

“But a pianist and a composer. “Who will make more money if you go to the top?”

“suddenly?”

“I was a little curious. “Stories like this are usually the most interesting.”

Park Hoon thought for a moment and then gave an easy answer.

“Top pianists earn a lot, but if they really make it to the ‘top,’ it’s impossible for pianists to catch up with the money they make in popular music. Because it is literally ‘popular’ music. “The difference lies in the size of the market itself.”

“Then I hope our composer will continue to compose as well. That way you will earn more.”

Tsarina’s words mixed with a bit of a joke.

Park Hoon chuckled.

“Well, these are all just digressions. For your information, we probably don’t need to worry about ‘MJ’. “Who is worrying about whom when it comes to salaried workers?”

“oh. Chief, the sudden facts are very painful.”

“And given Seojin’s personality, it doesn’t seem like he will just blindly chase money. Just looking at his performance schedule shows that. I chose Esplanade after Carnegie Hall. It’s also a completely different program. Just by looking at this, you can tell that they are giving up the easy path and paying more attention to ‘music.’”

“but······. But as a result, it seems like the composer is getting better treatment. “The amount of money I received from singer Jang Hyun-pil was beyond my imagination.”

“okay. In Korea, you can count on one hand. In that case, the next order is…”

“yes?”

“no. “I was just talking to myself.”

“······?”

If so, the next order is…

Seojin may need to move to a larger area.

Park Hoon thought about an email he received a while ago.

An email saying that ⌜DreamSounds⌟ is showing a lot of interest in MJ.

Since the announcement of ⌜Long day⌟, emails have been coming regularly.

Until recently, Seo-jin was very busy, so I didn’t tell him separately for fear of getting on his nerves, but it seemed like it was time to finally bring it up.

“First, I need to check whether Seojin has enough time to compose music. “You’re preparing for Queen Elizabeth this year, aren’t you?”

“That’s true too… “Composer, you are very busy.”

“And he’s also a child who handles it without a problem. For your information, it was said that last year, he was the top student in school the entire time. You’re a genius. genius.”

“I heard that story too! “But there is a manager.”

“why?”

Tsarina was smiling slightly.

“Why on earth do I feel proud after hearing such a story? Something······. “It’s a bit hard to say this, but it’s really amazing, right?”

“Tsk tsk. Because Seojin is still a child. I am the same. “When I hear things like that, I feel proud.”

“also! “It wasn’t just me, right?”

“okay.”

Park Hoon was quietly lost in thought.

Singer Jang Hyun-pil returned to Korea after completing his North American tour concert in December last year.

Grayson Grant of ⌜DreamSounds⌟, whom I met while working on ⌜Long day⌟ with Hyunpil Jang.

MJ’s new song that the grant passionately wants, promising a composition guarantee of ⌜Long day⌟ or more.

‘The future will change a lot depending on what decision Seojin makes…’

As we enter the new year.

Park Hoon came to think that events that could become an ‘opportunity’ for Seo-jin to embark on a new path might be about to begin.

That too.

‘Things are different from before.’

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⌜JHP⌟ Headquarters.

Singer Jang Hyun-pil was very welcoming to a white man who came to the company.

“friend! How long has it been since this?”

“That’s right. That was the last time I saw him in South Carolina… “Has it been almost 5 months?”

“Has it already gone that far? “As I get older, time seems to pass faster.”

“Besides, you were busy touring. “It’s normal to feel that way.”

Grayson Grant, a long-time friend of Hyunpil Jang.

Grant started with a light hug with Hyunpil Jang.

“But what about Korea? You came here… “I believe this is the third time.”

“It’s not a great reason. Isn’t K-culture popular these days? “I came here on vacation to eat delicious food, see Seoul, and see you too.”

“vacation?”

“There was a vacation I couldn’t use last year. “It wasn’t until the new year that I started using it.”

“Uhm. is it. So you came to Korea just to spend a vacation? “And leave your whole family in America and be alone?”

“······.”

Always a sharp friend.

Grant raised both hands in response to Hyunpil Jang’s question.

“I came here because I wanted to solve ‘other issues’ as well. However, it was not a lie since it was also in the category of K-culture.”

“Hehehe. okay. “Is that why you wanted to work with MJ so much?”

“I guess he’s not my friend. You’re looking right inside me. That’s right. I need a song of a similar level to ⌜Long day⌟ that you sang. “The only thing that came to mind was MJ.”

Jang Hyun-pil stabbed to the core.

“What about the outstanding composers in America?”

“They are good too, but they are different from MJ. “I need MJ’s song right now.”

“The texture is different?”

“okay. “I think only MJ can make the song I need right now.”

“Then what about the singer? Has it been decided?”

“That’s top secret.”

“He must be an artist from ⌜DreamSounds⌟.”

“That’s all I can say.”

“You’re being rude.”

“Friends are friends. “Because work is work.”

“Well, I agree with that.”

⌜DreamSounds⌟, a mid-sized American label.

It could be seen as quite unusual for the director there to come directly to Korea and look for a composer.

“So, are you going to just go to ⌜Moonlight⌟?”

“I guess so. “If I fail, I may only ‘really’ come to Korea to have fun.”

“If that happens, I’ll buy the alcohol.”

“that······. Thank you so much.”

“Isn’t that what a friend is?”

MJ has been inactive since the announcement of ⌜Long day⌟.

Grant saw great potential in the song ⌜Long day⌟ composed by MJ.

So I was desperately waiting for the next song to come out, but in the end, there was no news.

I was curious as to why MJ wasn’t making songs, and if it was because of a ‘contract’ or a clumsy slump, I wanted to resolve the matter, so I came all the way to Korea.

‘Because this is how relationships are created. ‘You always have to gamble.’

Grant, who had only exchanged emails with MJ a few times last year, came to Korea without any guarantees or assurances.

There was another reason why he did this.

A composer who creates healing songs.

MJ creates music with a similar determination to the songs created by Mark Miller.

Grant, who learned after 5 months that the melody of ⌜Long day⌟ was similar to a song written by Mark Miller in the past, had no choice but to take action.

‘I’ll have to check it out. What does it have to do with it? And how to make such music. If only MJ could continue to make music like that…’

He was a genius who should never be missed.

If the.

If MJ can continue to make songs of a similar level to ⌜Long day⌟.

He will not continue his activities in Korea.

We must begin our activities in the United States as soon as possible.

Grayson Grant wanted to make him a Billboard songwriter.