Li Jian is a very unique musician in Chinese music. His life is very low-key, he never does marketing, but studies music in a down-to-earth way. He will not change his original intention to engage in this industry in order to cater to the market, so his works will be full of thoughts and thought-provoking. The Book of Songs handed down thousands of years ago is still a great work.
First, a profound literary foundation. Li Jian, who graduated from Tsinghua University, is a headmaster himself. I still insist on reading and studying after graduation. Decades of accumulation has created Li Jian's eloquent talent, which has been vividly displayed in his music works. Literature and music are the same in many ways. Only good lyrics and excellent melodies can be matched into enduring classics.
Second, the unique way of thinking Many of Li Jian's viewpoints are very constructive for the development of contemporary music. An important reason why excellent works can be widely recognized by the market is that they sing people's true thoughts. Intimate friends are hard to find, so people cherish what they can understand, whether it is literature or music.
Third, a deep understanding of popular culture. Pop culture is never static, it will change with the times. Contemporary music also has such characteristics. When the creator conceives a new work, it is bound to be influenced by the environment. Special environment can shape a person's unique personality, and it is also possible to produce unique works. Independent thinking is a very important process in music creation. We should dare to express valuable opinions and make music have deeper meaning.
Do you know what elements of The Book of Songs have been incorporated into Li Jian's works?