Preface:
"The blue-faced Dou Erdun stole the royal horse, and the red-faced Guan Gong fought Changsha..."
Can you sing "Peking Opera Mask"? In the bright galaxy of the 90s, there was such a meteor, she used music as her wings, piercing the sky, but suddenly fell at the most dazzling, leaving endless mysteries and sighs.
She is Xie Jin, a woman whose name hides countless legends and regrets. Have you ever wondered why this singer, who once emptied thousands of people, finally chose to jump from a tall building at the height of his youth? What kind of ups and downs has her music, her dreams, experienced? Let's uncover this dusty memory and explore Xie Jin's short but brilliant life.
1. The germination and blooming of the dream of music
Imagine that in the old streets and alleys of Tianjin, there is a little girl, her eyes are always flashing with curiosity and longing for the unknown world. That's Xie Jin, a child who has been inextricably linked to music since he was a child. Her mother, an amateur but passionate singer, became the first guide on her musical path. When night falls, the mother and daughter will sing and harmonize in the dim light, and those melodies seem to have the magic to make time stand still and comfort the soul.
Xie Jin's musical talent is like a voice kissed by God, clear and penetrating. Not only can she easily read and write notation, but she can also inject her own emotions into the melody, making every song come alive. At the age of 15, she bravely stood on the stage of the Tianjin Professional Amateur Singer Competition, conquered the judges and the audience with a soulful singing voice, and won the runner-up. At that moment, she seemed to see the infinite possibilities of her future star journey.
Subsequently, Xie Jin embarked on the road of North Drift with his infinite love for music and his mother's support. In Beijing, a city full of opportunities and challenges, she studied hard during the day and constantly improved her musical literacy. At night, they shuttle through major bars and performance venues, and exchange their singing for living expenses and stage experience. Although those days were hard, every time she stood in the spotlight and sang the song in her heart, all the fatigue would disappear.
2. The brilliance of "Swinging Song" and "The Light of the Asian Games".
Finally, the opportunity came. In 1987, Shezin released his debut album "Swinging Song". This album was like a fresh wind that blew into the slightly dull Chinese music scene at the time. Each song on the album is full of Xie Jin's unique musical style and emotional expression, which is refreshing. In particular, the title song of the same name, "Swinging Song", has touched the hearts of countless listeners with its melodious melody and soulful lyrics.
And what really made Xie Jin famous was the "Light of the Asian Games" she sang at the opening ceremony of the 1990 Beijing Asian Games. It was a big sporting feast and the highlight of Tsejin's musical career. She stood in the center of the stage, dressed in gorgeous costumes, cheering for the Asian Games with her high-pitched and passionate singing voice, and won countless honors and applause for herself. At that moment, she seemed to have become the pride of all Chinese.
In the following years, Xie Jin relied on his own strength and efforts to appear on the stage of the Spring Festival Gala and performed on the same stage with many seniors in the music scene. The classic repertoire such as "Yellow River Cantata" sung by her has further consolidated and improved her status in the music world. At that time, she was undoubtedly one of the brightest stars in the Chinese music scene, on a par with Mao Amin, Wei Wei and other music divas.
3. The sudden change from peak to trough
However, just when Xie Jin's career was in full swing, a sudden storm quietly came. The complexity and darkness of the entertainment industry made her, a fledgling girl, a little overwhelmed. She had tried to stick to her principles and bottom line, and refused those improper invitations and temptations. But the result of this is that it has been suppressed and excluded by some people.
At a concert in Nanjing, Xie Jin encountered an unprecedented predicament. Due to equipment failure, the performance could not be carried out, and she was so anxious that she hit the staff on impulse. This act was quickly reported by the media and distorted the truth, causing serious damage to her image. As a result, the company lost confidence in her and limited her development opportunities. The release of new songs has been postponed indefinitely, there are few performance invitations, and endorsement contracts have been terminated...... All this made Xie Jin feel hopeless and helpless like never before.
In the days when it was hidden in the snow, Xie Jin's world seemed to lose its color. The musical stage she once loved became out of reach; The audience that had applauded and cheered for her gradually faded out of her sight. She began to become reticent and self-contained; Every day, in addition to eating and sleeping, I listen to my own records repeatedly and reminisce about the good old days. She longs to be back on stage and sing to everyone; But reality is like an invisible wall that isolates her.
Fourth, the music and the last sound of life
Just when everyone thought that Xie Jin had completely given up on his musical dreams; An unexpected turn for the better has quietly appeared. A song she sang in her early years suddenly became popular on the Internet; It has attracted widespread attention and discussion. This old song is like a messenger who travels through time and space; It brings people back to the glorious era that belonged to Sejin. The company also saw this opportunity and decided to repackage her and let her appear on the stage of the Spring Festival Gala again.
However, just when everyone thought that Xie Jin was about to usher in the second spring of his life; But she made a decision that shocked everyone - two days before the Spring Festival, on the morning of February 14, 1999, she jumped from her apartment on the 23rd floor of Tianjin and ended her life at the age of 28. After this news came out, it shocked the entire entertainment industry and all walks of life; People have expressed regret and wonder why such a talented girl would choose to end her life in such a way?
Before dying, Xie Jin said to his mother: "I'm sorry Mom, I regret it so much. There are too many emotions and regrets in this sentence; It also makes people think about her various experiences and choices in this life. Her mother was in a deep state of self-reproach; Reflect on whether you interfered too much in your daughter's life to cause such a tragedy?
Epilogue:
Tsejin's story is like an unfinished song; The melody is beautiful but abruptly stopped. She paid for it with her own life; shows the world the cruelty and helplessness behind the glamour of the entertainment industry; It also makes us cherish those who are still working hard for their dreams. Meantime; Her story is also a wake-up call for us – in the pursuit of our dreams;
We must not only learn to persevere and be brave; Learn to protect yourself from harm; Maintain a clear mind and a kind heart in a complex and changeable social environment. May Tsaijin rest in peace; May her music live on forever; Inspiring more people to pursue their dreams and happiness.