New York 2006

Chapter 111 Becoming a Grammy Judge

At night, the Beverly Hills mansion was brightly lit, and waiters shuttled back and forth carrying trays of champagne.At a glance, it looked like there were almost 200 people in the entire mansion.Luo Ji and Britney hid in a small room chatting.

Britney pointed outside and said, "Look."

Luo Ji looked out through the glass. Not far away, a group of young people, who seemed to be drunk, gathered around and booed.Two of the young men seemed to be encouraged, so they took off their shirts and started a boxing match.

Luo Ji said to Britney next to him: "I made a mistake this time. There were too many people. I have never seen many of them. It seems that next time I hold a party, I need to send out invitations and screen them, otherwise anyone can bring people." come over."

Britney complimented: "It's not like the news has spread that you have become a billionaire. Everyone wants to meet you."

Luo Ji smiled and said, "The same goes for you, billionaire. By the way, did Larry Rudolph make trouble after you kicked him out?"

Britney took a sip of the champagne in her hand and said, "I felt like he was furious at the time, but he just looked at me a few times, then took the termination letter and left, without any other actions."

Luo Ji warned, "Okay, but you have to be careful. I don't feel like he's the kind of person who just gives up."

"I will," Britney said.

Luo Ji continued: "Are you satisfied with the assistant agent Braun assigned you?"

"Okay, she has a good attitude. By the way, I also plan to start a concert. I plan to call it The M+M's Tour Concert. I want SB Live Performance Company to help arrange it."

Luo Ji stared at Britney and said seriously: "I really feel like you are deliberately repaying me by signing a contract with my agency and letting my company be responsible for your concert. You don't have to do this at all. You helped me when "Viva La Vida" won the top spot on the singles chart. You performed in three concerts in Los Angeles for free. This time, "Marvin Gaye" won the title directly. Without your fame, it would not have been possible. Yes. You have helped me enough, and I just supported you in the media."

Britney said casually: "I have been planning to start a concert tour since 2006. Don't think too much about it, okay? I have seen your concert and the live effect was very good, so I came to you."

"you sure?"

"I'm sure!"

Luo Ji still didn't believe it. Britney was the kind of person who desperately lacked love.As long as someone treats her a little better, she will dig out her heart and soul.Luo Ji felt that she was now trying to find ways to repay him.

"How is your recovery from depression going?"

Britney patted Luo Ji's back: "Don't worry, I've fully recovered now. I feel like I'm in better shape than ever. I want people to forget that I shaved my head and my previous stupidity." Behavior, I need to prove myself in my career.”

Luo Ji touched Britney's wig and then patted her shoulder: "Media, the American people are very tolerant of you now. You don't need to be so anxious."

Britney continued: "Although the media is treating me very well now, it is mainly out of pity, and I don't like that feeling."

"I understand."

Britney looked at Luo Ji and said, "I have been in a semi-reclusive state for the past few years and have experienced a lot. In the end, I found that my life is a mess. Ever since I participated in your concert, I have watched the audience's reaction to me. Cheers, I found that I still like the feeling of being in the spotlight. Just like you said before, since your life is not good, then pursue a career. I believe I can do it. When I come back, I will still be the one who is in the spotlight Attention-grabbing superstar."

"Come on!" Luo Ji encouraged.

Britney picked up the wine glass and clinked it with Luo Ji: "Come on, too."

At this moment, Francis Lawrence opened the door and walked in: "Hello, Britney."

"Hello, Director Francis." Britney replied with a smile.

After Francis asked, he looked at Luo Ji and said, "Logic, why are you hiding here? I've been looking for you for a long time, and Fiona told me you were here."

Luo Ji said, "Many people I don't know came to chat with me today, and I never had any time to spare. I was so annoyed that I couldn't help myself, so I came here. Do you have anything to do with me?"

Frances glanced at Britney, who was very eye-catching: "By the way, I'm going out to spend time with my friends. You two can chat here."

"it is good."

After Britney left, Francis smiled and complimented: "Congratulations, Logic, you have become a billionaire at a young age. At this age, except for the several leading actors in "Harry Potter", who can have someone like you? Not many people achieve fame. Of course, they don’t have as much wealth as you.”

Luo Ji waved his hand: "Haha, it's all written indiscriminately by the media. They only estimate the market value and don't look at how much debt I have."

"Don't be modest, you have done well enough." Francis continued: "Logic, I heard that you are planning to invest 4000 million to shoot a movie to fulfill your childhood dream?"

"Does everyone know?" Luo Ji said with a smile.

Francis said: "You have sent big news to Hollywood. Everyone is discussing this issue today."

Luo Ji probably guessed Francis's purpose, so he explained in advance: "Are you here to apply for the director's position? Unfortunately, this is a novel from a female perspective, and the project producer plans to find a female director. There is already one. Target.”

Francis immediately said: "No, I have already taken over the director position of the movie "I Am Legend"."

Luo Ji immediately spoke: "Congratulation, I have heard of this movie. It is one of the few big projects in Hollywood this year. The budget is hundreds of millions of dollars."

A proud smile appeared on Francis' face: ""I Am Legend" has a budget of [-] billion yuan and is a project developed by Warner Group."

Luo Ji said, "You also collaborated with Warner Bros. on "Constantine," right? It starred Keanu Reeves."

"Yes, the reason why I came to you is also related to Warner's commission."

Luo Ji asked in confusion, "What do they want from me?"

Francis explained: "They wanted to discuss the release of your movie Twilight, and I happened to know you, so they asked me to put them in touch to see if I could work with you."

"Okay, just ask them to contact people from Logic Pictures to discuss it." Luo Ji continued: "But I want to explain first that I will also contact other companies in Hollywood to see whoever offers the best schedule and the most screens, I will Who will you cooperate with?" Francis said: "Okay, I understand."

The two chatted for a while about distribution issues before Francis said: "By the way, how did you come up with the idea of ​​making a vampire movie?"

Luo Ji looked calm and gave the reason he had prepared a long time ago: "You also know that I rose from the Internet, so I often visit various forums and found that this novel is very popular on the Internet, so I have interest in adaptation.”

Francis said: "That's right, but you have to be cautious. The investment is not small. Forget it, you should have considered all these. Through this time together, I found that you are a smart person and you should have your own considerations. .”

"Well, I will."

"By the way, who is the screenwriter you are looking for? The script is the basis of a movie. As long as the script is solid and the director is of sufficient quality, the movie will generally not be too bad. At least it will reach the passing mark."

Luo Ji said, "The screenwriter is Melissa Rosenberg. She previously wrote the screenplay for Dance of My Life and is very familiar with youth themes. Now she has agreed."

Francis thought for a moment: "She is very suitable. The script of "Dance My Life" is very solid. The movie is also a model of small and broad. How did you think of looking for her?"

Of course, it came from Summit Entertainment’s project plan, and they had considered it all very early.Now listening to Francis say this, it seems that the share is worth it.

But it was inconvenient to talk about it. Luo Ji said casually: "She also happened to know Zhu Haowei from my company. They were both on the set of "Dance My Life" at the time."

Luo Ji and Francis chatted for about 20 minutes, then ended the conversation and went outside to socialize.As the host of the party, it wouldn't be nice for him to keep disappearing.

Luo Ji and Francis walked outside, and Francis took a spoon and knocked on the wine glass.Luo Ji was very confused about what he was going to do. He looked at Luo Ji and smiled mysteriously, and then said to the people around him.

"Everyone, be quiet for a while."

People around him quickly noticed this, and the scene gradually became quiet.Everyone came closer, and then Francis spoke.

"I have known Logic for a long time. I helped him shoot the first MV he shot. I watched him step by step to where he is today. It was not easy. Logic is a very hard-working kid. Today's achievements are all due to his efforts. Now, let's let him say a few words."

Everyone at the party immediately started cheering, and Luo Ji didn't shy away from talking about the speeches he had edited many times.

"Last year, I had a car accident. There was nothing serious about my body at the time, just like a fall on the roadside. But I suddenly realized that life is so impermanent and you only live once. So I said to myself , I can no longer live in this muddleheaded state, why not live a more meaningful life? Long live life, life is priceless..."

While Luo Ji was speaking, he was observing the audience around him.Everyone listen carefully, Kristen, Braun, Britney, Fiona, Chu Haowei, Constance Wu...

Wait, Luo Ji seems to have seen Doug Morris, the president of Universal Music.Luo Ji held a party this time and sent text messages to the people he connected with at Universal Music, but he didn't expect Doug Morris to come.

I don’t know why he came to me.There won't be any trouble again.

"So, I hope everyone here can cherish life and live a wonderful life that belongs to you."

After the chicken soup speech was over, everyone present applauded. Luo Ji smiled and said hello, then he walked over to Doug Morris and said, "Find a quiet place to chat. ?”

"Okay." Doug Morris nodded.

The two walked to a corner of the garden, and Doug Morris, the president of Universal Music, spoke first: "Logic, congratulations. The album has sold more than 500 million copies in two months."

Luo Ji still didn't have a good impression of him. It was he who wanted to annex his record company in the first place. Although it was a commercial act, it still made Luo Ji resentful.

Not knowing what he wanted to do with him, Luo Ji said meaningfully: "This is a win-win situation. Both of us can benefit. I believe you will also be happy to see this."

"Of course." Doug Morris continued: "Logic, you don't have to be so hostile to me. We are partners."

Luo Ji ignored it and continued: "Hum, it's been two months since the last record settlement. When will you settle my income this month?"

"Don't worry, the settlement will definitely be made on time." After Doug Morris finished speaking, he took out a letter from his arms: "Here you go."

Luo Ji asked in confusion: "What is it?"

"Invitation to join the American Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences."

The Society of Recording Arts and Sciences is the organization that selects Grammy winners.Responsible for awarding the Grammy Awards each year to recognize outstanding achievements in the music industry.

Hearing this, a smile immediately appeared on Luo Ji's face and he quickly opened it.After reading the contents of the letter, Luo Ji immediately felt that Doug Morris, an old white man, was much more approachable.

Luo Ji said sincerely: "Thank you."

"You're welcome. By the way, Grammy Universal Music will also support you next year. Your music is very artistic and you are very likely to win."

"Sorry to trouble you," Luo Ji said.

Doug Morris smiled and said: "You're welcome, we are now a community of interests, and the relationship between the two of us does not need to be so tense."

Luo Ji extended his hand to shake: "It's a pleasure to cooperate."

"Pleasant to work with."

The two chatted for 10 minutes before Doug Morris left the party, and Luo Ji personally walked him out the door.

Luo Ji looked at his back and couldn't help but feel happy.It seems that sales of 500 million copies in two months have completely overwhelmed Universal Music, and they are starting to lick themselves.

Luo Ji happily took out the letter and continued to read it. From now on, he would be a Grammy judge.

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