New York 2006

Chapter 120 Prince William
Each generation has its idol. Although Michael and Madonna are not Luo Ji's idols, they can be said to be the most popular global superstars in the world. Although Britney is also called an international superstar, compared to The difference between these two people is not 01:30.

Due to historical and political factors, Michael has great influence in once-red countries such as Eastern Europe and Russia.But in recent years, he has been exposed to rumors of child sexual abuse and has become closer to Islamic countries in the Middle East.It was quite embarrassed by some Jews and white forces in the United States.

However, although he is in a mess, his superstar aura is still there.As long as he wants to make money, he can just hold a few concerts and earn tens of millions or hundreds of millions of dollars.

Michael is not only highly accomplished in music, but he is also very successful in business.He himself now holds half of the shares of Sony/ATV Publishing, the world's largest music publishing company and largest music copyright library.

In early April this year, Michael Jackson also expanded his business empire. He and Sony invested 4 million yuan to acquire the Famous Music copyright library from Viacom. This copyright library includes Shakira. , Eminem, Akon and other artists’ track management rights.

Compared to Michael Jackson, Madonna's situation is much better.

She herself is married to the British director Guy Ritchie and has been living in the UK for the past few years. After giving birth to a child, her previously bold life style has restrained a lot.In the past few years, the British media has always been irritating towards the pop queen, but as she has been married to the UK for a longer time, the British media thinks more and more of her.

In 2003, Madonna's album "American Life" (American Life) was boycotted by the US government and rednecks like the Dixie Chicks because it criticized the Iraq War at the time.However, public opinion soon reversed, and no one mentioned it.Then she became famous again.

Madonna is also striving for success. She released her tenth studio album "Confessions on a Dance Floor" (Confessions on a Dance Floor) in 2005. The album was called "the return of the Queen of Pop" by Keith Coffey of Billboard magazine.

The album is also a best-seller around the world with its title song "Hung Up". A year and a half ago, it sold more than 700 million copies.This is considered to be a relatively good result in recent years.

Last year, the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry officially announced that Madonna's global record sales exceeded 2 million, making her fifth in the world and the first woman to achieve this honor.

Ahead of Madonna were The Beatles, Michael Jackson, Elvis Presley and LGBT leader Elton John.

She launched a global concert called the Confession Tour last year, which lasted for 4 months. The ticket prices were very high, but the venues were still sold out. She was simply a walking money printing machine, with a total box office of 4 in 1.95 months. [-] million yuan.

Luo Ji's concerts are not only in East Asia, but also in the United States and the United Kingdom.In other parts of the world, the venues are not full, and the ticket prices for his concerts are much lower than those for Madonna's concerts.

Madonna said: "Logic, I see in your album, of the five songs you wrote yourself, two of them are duets between men and women. Do you like to collaborate with female singers on songs?"

"That's not the case. It was mainly because I was inspired when I was with them, so I wrote it."

Madonna smiled and said: "Do you have any inspiration when you are with me now?"

"Uh, not yet." Luo Ji replied straightforwardly.

"Hahaha." Michael Jackson laughed.

The two of them chatted for a while. Luo Ji glanced sideways at Prince William. He was dealing with Fiona, a little fangirl. He gestured with his eyes and asked, "What does Prince William want to see me for today?"

Michael Jackson said softly: "It has something to do with Princess Diana."

Luo Ji thought about it carefully and realized that it was true that this year was the tenth anniversary of Princess Diana's death.After the death of celebrities in the Western world, it is very popular to invite people from all walks of life to hold charity concerts in the name of the deceased.Of course, this kind of charity concert cannot be held casually. The deceased must be famous and everyone is willing to give the deceased this face.

During her lifetime, Princess Diana had been committed to charity and was known as the people's princess. Her popularity and global influence overwhelmed the entire British royal family.

After her death in a car accident, her funeral was watched directly or indirectly by more than 25 billion people in Commonwealth countries, English-speaking countries, and former British colonies.

One million people took to the streets of London to attend her funeral, and Queen Elizabeth personally bowed for her.Of course, her scumbag ex-husband Prince Charles is also hated by the British people.There are even conspiracy theories that Diana's death is related to the British royal family.

After the death of Princess Diana, people's favorability towards her shifted to her child, Prince William.

Prince William is also the most popular person in the British royal family, and his every move attracts media attention.It was natural for him to organize a tenth anniversary charity concert for his mother, and his influence was sufficient.

"July 2007, 7, no problem at all, Prince William, I would be happy to attend Princess Diana's charity concert. Make a contribution to charity. Although I don't know Princess Diana, I really I like her, she is a very kind and beautiful woman. My mother and grandmother also like her very much."

"You want me to do 'Viva La Vida'? Absolutely. How about another song, 'We don't talk anymore'? I'll be there with Taylor." "Michael and Madonna It's a pity not to participate because I'm busy. But the design of the concert is good. Our generation was still young at that time and not very familiar with Princess Diana. It's also good to use young singers to attract young people to pay attention to Princess Diana. "

"Then I'm going to get ready to go on stage. William, Michael, Madonna, I'll leave first."

At ten o'clock the next morning, Luo Ji stood on the balcony of the Waldorf Hilton Hotel, waving to the fans and reporters below the hotel to express his feelings.Then he said loudly: "I love you."

After Luo Ji blew kisses around him, he returned to the hotel and sat down on the tea table.Fiona respectfully walked up to Luo Ji with a cup of black tea, smiled and said, "Feili, come, drink the black tea. Here is the newspaper."

Luo Ji took it over and read it. There were about a dozen newspapers, and Fiona had carefully marked the news about him.

"Logic's album "16", according to the latest statistics, has sold 4 platinum copies in the UK, reaching 120 million copies. His single "We don't talk anymore" also reached the number one spot on the UK singles chart. . It is Logic's second UK single chart number one, the last song being his "Viva La Vida"."

"Logic's music is not as wild and hysterical as most singers in the United States. His music style has a British temperament, which is subtle, melancholy, classical and introverted. This may have something to do with his musical taste. He himself said in an interview that his The musical style is deeply influenced by the Beatles and British folk songs. His favorite song is "Hey Jude" by the Beatles."

After Fiona saw this interview from the side, she said: "Didn't you say when you were interviewed in Australia that your favorite musician was Alfred Hill? Your classical music style is also profound. Are you influenced by him?"

Luo Ji said, "Come on Fiona, don't you understand this? I'm giving a concert in Australia, so of course I say that the singers from their country are my role models. This is giving them enough respect."

"Ok."

Luo Ji continued to watch the news. A BBC-affiliated newspaper wrote: "Logic held a concert at Wembley Stadium in London last night. Prince William and his friends also attended Logic's concert. After the concert, the two They took an intimate photo together. When being interviewed by reporters, Logic made it clear that he would participate in the charity concert held next month to pay tribute to Princess Diana. He hopes that young people can get to know this people's princess."

After reading all the newspapers, Luo Ji stood up and was about to leave, but Fiona immediately grabbed him: "Feili, can you give me Prince William's phone number?"

Luo Ji glared at her: "Can you wake up a little bit? He's not that handsome. I see that his hair is a little thinning and his hairline is receding a little. He's only 25 years old, but he looks like he's 35." Years old."

Fiona said: "He is a prince, okay?"

Luo Ji said ruthlessly: "You know he is a prince and you still want his phone number from me? I still want to have a good relationship with him. I don't want to give you his phone number to harass him."

Fiona's whole morning's attentiveness was in vain, and she said angrily: "If you don't give it, I won't give it. I will get it myself after I see him next time."

The once empire on which the sun never sets has declined, but its influence is still there.The British royal family still has influence in Commonwealth countries.

In 1931, the British Parliament formally passed the Statute of Westminster, which prohibited the British Parliament and the British government from interfering in the internal affairs of the Dominion. In 1949, the Declaration of London marked the birth of the modern Commonwealth and determined the current name of the Commonwealth.

The Commonwealth has developed for more than 60 years, and most of the countries that have joined it are former British colonies or autonomous territories. It now includes more than 50 countries in the world, including the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, India, Malaysia and other countries, with a population of nearly 20 billion. .The symbol of the Commonwealth is Queen Elizabeth II.

Although the British royal family has no actual rights, the member states of the Commonwealth will more or less give the British royal family face.It's not a bad thing to have a good relationship with them.

Jingle bell, jingle bell.Luo Ji picked up the phone and saw that it was Prince William calling.

"Logic, are you free this afternoon? Come to the party, go horse riding and have afternoon tea together."

Luo Ji thought for a while and asked, "Will you be on the news?"

"Private ones, all related to people who will attend Princess Diana's charity concert next month."

"Ok."

(End of this chapter)