America: Starting with the acquisition of MGM

Chapter 253 252. Is this show about the contestants or the mentors?

Ah.

As the opening show ended, the camera turned to the audience, and everyone was excited.

How could you not be excited to watch the performances of four superstars for free?

Even though the process was re-recorded many times, it was still very exciting.

Especially the dance performance of Michael and his sister, it was too shocking, and it will definitely become a classic scene in the history of performance.

While waving to the audience and walking to their respective seats, James Corden began to introduce the rules.

"Thank you to the four mentors for the wonderful performances."

"Next, they will start a blind audition. All of them will turn their backs to the contestants and only listen to their voices to judge whether they approve of their singing skills."

"The judges cannot see the contestants' clothes and appearance, and even their age cannot affect their judgment."

"If more than one mentor chooses a contestant, the right to choose will be transferred to the contestant."

"During the blind audition stage, the mentors will select 8 contestants from all the contestants to form their own teams. This process is not simple at all."

"Please remember that this is a pure music competition. The only thing that the winner can rely on is their solid ability."

"OK! Let's welcome the first contestant to the stage!"

As the rules were introduced, many viewers suddenly felt a little different, especially the rule that the right to choose was transferred to the contestants, which seemed very interesting and fun.

She was keenly aware that something interesting would happen next, and her originally scattered eyes became focused.

The screen switched to the contestants, and a young and handsome guy wearing a hat came over. He was nearly 190 cm tall and looked sunny and strong.

"Hello everyone, I'm Polix Thomas, 20 years old, from Nashville, Tennessee."

"You can see how tall I am now, but I was bullied when I was a kid because I was a complete nerd at that time."

"I really want to play sports with everyone, play baseball and rugby together, but I don't have athletic cells."

"Until I found what I love, that is singing."

James Corden: "Hello Thomas, you look good."

"Yes, everything is good, but I'm very excited."

"Then you should relax a little, because I think you will definitely be selected, and it won't be too late to be excited then."

"Hahaha, if I succeed, those who once laughed at me will be drooling with envy. This is the best opportunity in my life."

"Come on, boy!"

"Of course, I'm ready for millions of people to hear my singing."

On the stage, the melodious prelude sounded, and Polix sang.

Although the mentors couldn't see him, the audience could see it clearly. When they found that a 190cm big boy was singing a country song, many people immediately showed a stunned expression.

At this time, the camera zoomed in on Celine Dion, who was smiling and turned to look at Michael next to her.

"Michael, I'm sure this contestant must be a handsome guy."

"Why? How do you know?" Michael asked curiously.

"Look at them, look at these girls, their expressions have already said it all, he is definitely a handsome guy."

Jayz laughed and said in a helpless and sarcastic tone: "Women"

This scene has a sitcom effect, which immediately amused many viewers in front of the screen.

Many people think that Jayz is just a rapper, but in fact he has also participated in several comedy movies.

In performance, he has the natural comedy of the old blacks. Eric chose him as a mentor for this reason, which can create a variety show effect.

Otherwise, with Jayz's status, he is actually not worthy of the other three. His record sales in total are less than 20 million copies. How can he compare with these three who have at least 100 million copies?

P. Diddy will be more suitable than him.

Celine Dion's hand was already on the red button, ready to go. Backstage, James Corden looked at the contestant's parents and said, "See, I told him he could do it."

The parents looked at the screen excitedly, muttering, "One more! One more!"

"That this might really be the real end"

Bang!

When Thomas sang the climax, there was a muffled sound, and Celine Dion decisively pressed the button.

When the chair turned around, she was stunned for a moment, and then smiled.

Many audiences immediately applauded, and Thomas' parents also jumped up excitedly and hugged James Corden.

As the singing continued, Celine Dion suddenly tilted her head to look at Jenny, and saw that she also put her hand on the red button.

The sketch queen's face changed, and her hands kept changing gestures like a witch, signaling Jenny not to shoot.

Jayz, who was stuck between the two, hurriedly leaned back.

At this time, the singing reached its second climax and was about to end. When Celine Dion found that Jenny still didn't clap, she breathed a sigh of relief and sat in her seat.

Bang!

As soon as she sat in her seat, Jenny clapped her down, leaving Celine Dion stunned, like a Smurf.

Thomas' performance ended, and he finally won the favor of the two mentors, and Michael and Jayz's chairs also turned around.

Celine Dion was about to ask Jenny if she was causing trouble on purpose, but Jayz had already looked at her with a frightened expression.

"Sidi, you can't do this to me!"

He said while imitating Celine Dion's gesture just now.

"I'm a black man, and your gesture reminds me of the past, when I was a devout voodoo practitioner. This will give me nightmares at night!"

He spoke in a somewhat comical movie style, and his strange and suddenly raised accent immediately caused the audience to burst into laughter.

In a family on Long Island, New York, three brothers and a sister were gathered in front of the computer to watch "The Voice."

"Ha ha ha ha."

"OMG! Mike, Jayz is so funny, why didn't anyone tell me he was so funny!"

The eldest son shrugged: "I've told you about Carol a long time ago, but you only read and study every day, and you never listen to me."

The younger son also added: "You're right, but your favorite Celine Dion is also good, and her comedy talent is also great."

"Of course Benny, if you've seen Celine Dion's previous interviews, you know she's a very funny singer."

"Hey! Who wants some cookies? I just baked them? Wait, what are you looking at? Is this Lionheart?"

"Mom, didn't you listen to Janet Jackson when you were young? And dad also listened to Michael Jackson. You should watch this show. It's much more interesting than "American Idol."

Mom waved her hands hurriedly: "No, no, I work for Long Island Television, and our television station has joined the Anti-MGM Alliance. Don't you know?"

As she spoke, she shouted at the top of her lungs: "Jason, come and see your idol. I'll write my paper later."

After being summoned by his wife, Jason Silver ran out of the study, looked at the screen and shook his head: "My dear, you are trying to seduce the enemy."

Maggie chuckled: "Whatever, no one knows about it anyway. Besides, the show is very interesting. Look, they are about to quarrel, hahaha."

During the show, McQueen said: "Great Thomas, your performance is great and your voice is perfect for the country circuit."

"Then why don't you turn around for him?" Good sister Jenny immediately fired.

"Well, because I don't think my singing is as good as his, I'm afraid I won't be able to guide him."

OH

Although everyone knew that Maikou was being modest, they still cheered in cooperation.

Seeing the big player 190 lowering his head shyly, Jenny couldn't help but look at him with a smile.

"You're so cute Perlix, especially when you smile."

"Thanks!"

"You're welcome, how about taking off your hat? Let everyone take a good look at you."

"Wow, do the audience want to see it or do you want to see it?" Celine Dion joked.

"I think everyone wants to see it, what do you think?"

OH

The girls around suddenly screamed.

"OK!"

Pelix took off his hat. His thick hair was a little messy, but it showed a hint of wildness. He was indeed a handsome young man.

"Can you take off your pants too?" Jenny said smoothly.

Maikou hurriedly lowered his head and covered his face, while the girl's scream increased by another decibel.

Jayz hurriedly made a downward gesture: "Be more reserved, be more reserved, Jenny!"

Jenny hurriedly stepped away: "Don't make that gesture to me. I am also black and was once a member of the Voodoo Cult."

Ha ha ha ha

The audience's laughter never stopped. Except for Mai Kou who was a little shy, the other three people were obviously very funny.

Then, the two started a fight over each other.

Jenny pointed at herself: "Perix, I know that in terms of style, it is obvious that another woman is more suitable for you."

"You should show some respect to me Jenny, I debuted a whole year before you, a whole year!" Celine Dion's eyes widened.

Ha ha ha ha

Jenny rolled her eyes at the camera: "Well, obviously Sheedy's style suits you better, but I have advantages that she doesn't."

"The best way for a singer to become famous is to attend big-name concerts, and this year I have a nationwide tour that you can join."

Pelix's eyes lit up, and Celine Dion hurriedly stopped her: "Wait a minute, you can't lie to this simple guy. Why didn't I hear that you were going on tour? It couldn't have been a temporary decision by you."

"Of course not. Although I don't have a tour, Michael does. He is my brother, so just join him."

Celine Dion shrugged her shoulders in surprise: "It's not fair. The brothers and sisters teamed up to deal with me. Director, director, I demand fair competition!"

"Ahem."

"Actually, I am the producer and assistant director." Maikou said calmly.

Ha ha ha ha

Maikou's innocent tone immediately caused bursts of laughter at the scene and in front of the screen.

Of course, these were all jokes. In the end, Pylix chose Celine Dion, who had a closer style.

Then contestants came on stage one after another, including handsome guys, beauties, dinosaurs and ugly men.

The four of them don't always make jokes. They are never ambiguous when it comes to their profession. When a player's level is indeed weak or their performance is abnormal, they will point it out tactfully and reject it.

At this time, except for Maikou's team, the other three players had gained members, and Jayz directly took the two rap guys into his account.

Just like basketball, American rap is unique in the world. Only in this country can you see rap becoming mainstream music, not in other music circles.

At this time, the progress bar has reached the last ten minutes, and there is probably only one contestant left to perform.

According to the usual rules, the last one is usually the most exciting. Countless viewers stared at the screen. In just one hour, they were deeply attracted by this novel music variety show.

"I am Bruno Mars. I am 19 years old this year. To be precise, I have not yet reached my birthday, so I can only be considered 18 years old."

"I'm from the beautiful resort island of Hawaii, which is my hometown."

"I have been performing on local stages since I was a child. I like singing, and I like the feeling of being in the spotlight and being commented on."

"Now that I'm here to participate in "The Voice," I believe I can find opportunities to showcase my talents here."

James Corden: "Bruno, you came alone?"

"Yes."

"Okay, you are the first contestant to participate in the show alone. Where are your family? Where are your friends?"

Brother Martian shook his head: "My family is in Hawaii, and I graduated from President Roosevelt High School last year. Then I thought I couldn't go on like this anymore. I needed to pursue my dream, which was music, so I came to Los Angeles alone."

"So you are chasing your dream alone?"

"So be it."

James Corden patted him on the shoulder: "Brother, there are often stories like yours in movies. I also wish you to realize your dreams like the protagonist of the movie."

"Thanks!"

The stage lights dimmed and the audience calmed down their restless mood.

stern.

In the quiet darkness, the music slowly rose, mixed with the faint ringing of wind chimes, giving people the feeling of the stars blinking in the night sky.

Hearing this prelude, Maikou suddenly raised his head slightly, listened carefully again with his ears tilted, and then a smile appeared on his lips.

Celine Dion tilted her head and looked at him: "Maiko, your fans are here."

That's right, Brother Martian is going to sing "Man in the Mirror", one of McQueen's famous songs.

This is a slow song that expresses love for the world. If you have seen the MV, you will find that it is interspersed with events such as the Ethiopian famine, the black civil rights movement in the United States, and the Ku Klux Klan. It is very touching after watching it.

This song undoubtedly won the B-chart title that year and also won the Grammy Award for Production of the Year.

Brother Martian has been idolizing and imitating McQueen since he was a child. This time he had the opportunity to face his idol, so of course he had to use his best skills to attract the opponent's attention.

"I'm gonna make a change."

"I want to make a change."

"For once in my life."

"In my life."

"It's gonna feel real good."

"I'll feel good doing it."

"Gonna make a difference."

"It's going to be different."

Bang!

Bang!

Bang!

In just four sentences, Celine Dion, Jayz and Jenny all clicked the red button and looked at the unattractive little black man in front of them with some surprise.

The expressions of the three people were all surprised. They didn't expect such a beautiful voice to come from such a body.

"I see the kids in the street with not enough to eat."

“I saw children living on the streets without enough to eat.”

"A summer's disregard, a broken bottle top."

"Summer's indifference, the broken cork."

"They follow each other on the wind ya know."

“They supported each other through the storm.”

"Cause they got nowhere to go."

"Because they have nowhere else to go."

When the song reaches the chorus, Brother Martian's tune suddenly rises along with the drum beat.

"I'm starting with the man in the mirror."

"I'm going to start with the man in the mirror."

"I'm asking him to change his ways."

"I asked him to change the path he was on."

"And no message could have been any clearer."

"No other idea is clearer."

"If you wanna make the world a better place."

“If you want to make the world a better place.”

“Take a look at yourself, and then make a change.”

"Then look at yourself and change yourself."

Bang!

Maikou clicked the red button, and the audience immediately cheered. This is the only fourth-turn player in the first period so far.

Everyone swayed gently to Brother Martian's singing, and Maikou nodded gently while tapping the time.

It wasn't until a few minutes later that Brother Martian finished singing and bowed to the audience.

Maikou turned on the microphone: "Wonderful performance. You look like a mixed race. Please introduce yourself."

Brother Martian looked at Maikou with excitement, and his words were a bit incoherent.

"Yes, yes, I'm from Hawaii, Mike, and I'm your super fan! Super super fan!"

"Buddy! Everyone can see, are you black?" Jayz asked with a smile.

After calming down, Brother Martian answered: "Although my skin looks a bit dark, I am not black."

"My father is of Puerto Rican and Eastern European descent, and my mother is of Spanish and Filipino descent, so I am of mixed descent."

Jayz frowned somewhat self-deprecatingly: "That's why people always say that mixed-race babies are the smartest, OMG! My Beyoncé!"

Ha ha ha ha

Everyone knows that he and Beyoncé are a couple, but both are black.

While others were laughing, Celine Dion started to pull people in first: "Bruno, you also saw that I was the first to turn around, so I think you don't need to hesitate, join my team, I will help you find the best team. Suitable singing path.”

Seeing this, Jenny also started to speak up: "Bruno, obviously your performance was perfect. Although you sang my brother's song, I still want you very much. Come to me and let us win the championship together!"

"Brother, I don't know if you know rap, but I don't just know how to rap. I've also sung ballads, and I think adding rap elements can make you look cool. Come to me and let's pursue it together. Happy music!" Jayz said with open arms.

The three of them looked at Maikou together, he smiled, and then walked directly to the stage.

"Bruno, I know you must have come for me, and I am lucky to have met you. Let us go hand in hand until the end!"

"He cheated!" the three yelled together.

But the feigned anger was of no avail, as Brother Martian ran into Maikou's arms as expected.

The first episode of "The Voice" has come to an end.