From Good Girl to Super Girl: The Sprout of a Musical Dream
In an ordinary family in Sichuan, Li Yuchun was portrayed as a "good girl" when she was growing up. With short hair, a tall lanky build, and a square face, she looks like an honest student at first glance.
However, when faced with an important life decision, this usually obedient and well-behaved girl made a decision that shocked her family.
During the college entrance examination, in the face of his family's suggestion that he wanted to apply for the Military Medical University, Li Yuchun resolutely chose the Sichuan Conservatory of Music. This decision is not only a reflection of her love for music, but also of her independent character.
This independence has been a constant trait for her career for the next 17 years.
Not all of the experiences at the Conservatory were fun. Li Yuchun gradually discovered that she did not have particularly outstanding talents, and her vocal range was limited, and the treble was even more difficult to control.
Although these difficulties brought her great frustration, they also inspired her to be more curious and enterprising.
In 2005, the stage of the second "Super Girl" opened the door to Li Yuchun. The audition in Chengdu attracted more than 40,000 contestants, and Li Yuchun, as a music student, was also eager to try and prepare to show his talents.
Her explosive head, cool outfit, and recognizable sound made her stand out from the crowd and impress the judges and the audience.
Li Yuchun interpreted "Only You and No Her in My Heart" in a unique way in the audition, and successfully entered the Chengdu Division and advanced. What is remarkable is that in the competition in the Chengdu Division, among the other two players who successfully advanced, one is Zhang Liangying, who later won the third place in the country, and the other is He Jie, who ranked fourth, which fully proves Li Yuchun's strength.
In that era when mobile phone SMS voting was rampant, Li Yuchun passed all the way and finally reached the national finals. She won the championship with a staggering 3.52 million votes, 200,000 votes ahead of second-place Zhang Liangying.
At this moment, the 21-year-old Li Yuchun shined in the spotlight and became an eye-catching new star.
After winning the championship, Li Yuchun set off to return to his hometown. However, this originally ordinary journey has become a "homecoming" in the eyes of fans. The airport was crowded with fans who came to pick up the airport, and the enthusiasm completely exceeded Li Yuchun's expectations.
In order to avoid congestion, she had to quietly leave the VIP lane.
I don't know if Li Yuchun knows at this moment that this is just the starting point of her musical path, and she will meet greater challenges, more dazzling halos, and the doubts and pressures that come with it.
In her eyes at the moment, there is only love for music and yearning for the future.
Confusion and persistence under the halo: self-exploration after fame
Li Yuchun, the champion of the talent show "Super Girl", became a phenomenal star in an instant after winning the championship. Her success didn't stop at the draft stage, but quickly expanded into a wider field.
In 2005, Li Yuchun became the first female singer in mainland China to appear in Time magazine in United States, an achievement that made her stand out on the international stage.
However, with that comes an energy-consuming busy schedule, Mr. Li has become accustomed to participating in events and promotional opportunities across the country. Wherever Li Yuchun goes, he will always attract a large number of fans to enthusiastically pursue him.
This sudden fame and attention brought great excitement to the young Li Yuchun, but at the same time, it also made her feel a little lost and at a loss.
Under this seemingly luxurious and gorgeous hypocritical surface, Li Yuchun's heart is full of confusion. "What do I do every day? What did I win the championship for? These questions kept hovering in her mind.
Although Li Yuchun is deeply attracted to the fame and fortune brought by the celebrity effect, she clearly knows that this is not what she really wants. Her dream is to be a real singer and not just a star.
At this critical moment, Li Yuchun showed her courage and determination. She reached out to the company and made it clear that she wanted to focus on music creation.
Li Yuchun's decision was undoubtedly risky, which may mean the abandonment of some commercial opportunities, but she chose to take risks for the sake of her pure love of music.
The company analyzed the commercial value of Li Yuchun and finally agreed to her request. Because the company didn't want to lose this "cash cow", it gave Li Yuchun more room for creation and expression.
After gaining support, Li Yuchun threw herself into making music, and her efforts soon paid off.
After the new song "Happy Winter" invited Gao Xiaosong to fill in the lyrics, the album broke many records as soon as it was released. In particular, the album "Queen and Dream" has set an unusually amazing sales.
In the space of one year, 1.37 million copies were sold, making it the annual music album sales champion.
It is worth mentioning that Li Yuchun's "Queen and Dream" is the first music in China that can be downloaded by paying, and 200 people chose to pay for the first second of the work's launch, which undoubtedly shows her strong commercial value and solid fan base.
Li Yuchun's album not only won the love of the audience, but also won the recognition of major music awards, and won 23 awards on well-known lists such as the China Song Chart and the Music Billboard, including the best female singer and the most popular female singer.
At only 22 years old, she ranked sixth on the Forbes China Celebrity List and ranked first in the singer category. The title of her album aptly describes her status in the music scene, and she has become the "queen" of the music scene.
In 2007, Li Yuchun, who was only 23 years old, held a solo concert tour in five cities: Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu and Nanjing. She appeared in Time magazine for the second time in a row, and people realized that this female singer who came out of the draft was not a flash in the pan, but was creating her own era.
While the previous achievements have been remarkable, new challenges are also emerging. The rapid development of the Internet will cause unprecedented pressure and tests to Li Yuchun.
Turning Point and Challenge in the Internet Era: The Power of Sticking to Oneself
In 2009, the rapid development of the Internet made Li Yuchun face unprecedented pressure from public opinion. On online forums such as Tieba, "Brother Chun" has become synonymous with her, and "Brother Xinchun" has become an Internet buzzword.
In popular sections such as "WOW Bar" and "Li Yi Bar", a large number of spoof posts, jokes and pictures about Li Yuchun appear every day.
Li Yuchun's unique image and style used to be her trademark, but now it has become the focus of controversy. The media coverage of her has also become cautious. In the MV of "Beijing Welcomes You" sung by the stars, Li Yuchun and several other supergirls did not have close-up faces.
However, it is said that she originally received an invitation to sing the theme song of the Asian Games, but in the end it did not come true.
In the face of overwhelming criticism and online violence, many speculated that Li Yuchun might back down under such pressure. However, she chose to stick to herself and continue to focus on making music.
At a concert, Li Yuchun played a VCR called "Attitude", and frankly faced the doubts and criticisms he had received over the years.
"It may be a bit straightforward, but it's something I've decided on a lot of time." Li Yuchun explained, "I think now is the time to express your attitude, there is no need to hide it."
It's okay to be silent and not respond, but there is always a need for an appropriate opportunity to express these feelings.
Her dress and grooming did not change in response to negative comments from the outside world, but instead cut her hair short as a way to combat gossip. This firm self-positioning shows the strength of Li Yuchun's heart.
In this challenging period, Li Yuchun did not stop, she began to get involved in the field of film and television, and starred in the movie "October Siege" in 2009.
Although she was only a supporting actor, her performance won her Best New Actor and Best Supporting Actress nominations at the Asian Film Awards and Hong Kong Film Awards.
This attempt allowed Li Yuchun to see more possibilities for herself, and it aroused her determination to expand her career territory.
At the same time, Li Yuchun began to transform into a singer-songwriter, and in the new album "Li Yuchun" released in 2009, he wrote 10 singles himself.
This transition not only showed her talent in music, but also found a new way to express her personality.
During this challenging period, Li Yuchun has shown extraordinary resilience and determination, proving to us that true artists should not be swayed by outside judgments, but should stick to their own style and beliefs.
This perseverance not only helped her through difficult times, but also laid a solid foundation for future development.
Li Yuchun's story teaches us that in the face of doubts and pressure, the most important thing is to stick to ourselves, keep our original intention, and always work hard towards our dreams. It is precisely because of this firmness that she can always maintain her position in this entertainment industry full of competition and change.
Diversified development and image breakthrough: Li Yuchun, who constantly surpasses himself
After the baptism of the Internet era, Li Yuchun not only sought to break through the stagnation, but began to develop more diversely. In terms of music creation, she continues to break through herself and maintains a stable and strong creative force.
Li Yuchun can produce 5-6 high-quality singles every year, and often sing theme songs or ending songs for well-known movies. This continuous creativity fully demonstrates her dedication and love for the music industry.
In terms of image, Li Yuchun presents subtle changes. Her hair grew softer and she occasionally tried to wear a long skirt. This change is not a compromise to external pressures, but a natural manifestation of her personal growth.
The once rebellious teenage girl is becoming a mature and elegant woman.
In order to better feel life, Li Yuchun has begun to slow down the busy pace of work and experience more beautiful moments of life. In her free time, she likes to focus on baking a dish and enjoy the process of making it.
She also likes to go out for a walk, feel the breath of nature, and let her body and mind relax.
She even began to practice yoga and fitness, which enriched her temperament and injected new inspiration into her artistic creations.
At the same time, Li Yuchun's attitude towards fans has always been consistent. She noticed that the fans who often came to pick up the plane had not shown up for a long time and felt a little worried.
When he saw this fan again, Li Yuchun took the initiative to step forward and gently took her hand, his eyes were full of concern, and he asked with concern, "How are you doing lately?" I'm worried about you. This kind of sincere interaction has allowed her to establish a deep emotional bond with her fans.
Li Yuchun has always cared for elderly fans, for example, every year he will call his pet fan "Grandma Fan" Grandma Xia to pay New Year's greetings. If she doesn't have time, she will also ask her parents to go and greet her.
Li Yuchun's carefulness and thoughtfulness let us see the sense of responsibility and humanity of a public figure.
At this stage, Li Yuchun shows the all-round development that an artist should have. She has not only made new breakthroughs in music, but has also made remarkable progress in multiple dimensions such as life and personal growth.
This diversity has enriched her artistic career and earned her wider recognition and affection.
Witness time: The process from controversy to widespread acceptance
In the past 17 years, time has passed quietly in a stroke of a stroke, and the Super Girl contestants have their own unique life journeys. Zhou Bichang regained attention by participating in "Sister Riding the Wind and Waves" after going through the trough, and she showed a new charm that made her regain everyone's love.
Zhang Liangying suffered emotional setbacks, was deeply hurt by her ex-husband Feng Ke, and her career development has also experienced twists and turns, and she is currently trying to rise again. He Jie publicly appealed on social media to the "Sister Lang 3" program team to give her a chance to become popular again, but she didn't seem to get a response.
And Li Yuchun has always maintained an upward momentum even in the face of challenges. Her achievements are remarkable: she has appeared on the stage of CCTV Spring Festival Gala for three consecutive years. This is not only a recognition of her artistic prowess, but also a sign that she has become an integral part of mainstream culture.
Her leg shape has also become a hot search topic and sparked extensive discussions, which is undoubtedly a huge change for an artist who has been controversial because of her image.
Li Yuchun's success fully proves the importance of sticking to oneself. In the face of doubts from the outside world, she did not give up her principles, but through unremitting efforts and continuous growth, the world accepted and appreciated the real her.
She writes 5-6 singles a year, maintains a state of enthusiasm, and at the same time, can also sing the theme song or ending song for well-known movies.
Just as after the tide recedes, people will find out who is swimming naked, and 17 years have witnessed Li Yuchun's "headwind turnaround". She proves through her actions that true talent and perseverance will eventually be recognized.
Li Yuchun's story is not only her personal success, but also an example of self-perseverance and continuous progress for the entire entertainment industry.