Core Viewpoint - The controversy surrounding the original singer of the song "Year Ring" has sparked significant public interest, highlighting the complexities of copyright and performance rights in the music industry [3][5][12]. Group 1: Event Overview - Influencer @Wangzai Xiao Qiao announced a masked concert with ticket prices ranging from 268 to 968 yuan, which led to public scrutiny due to her lack of original songs and high ticket prices [3]. - The situation escalated when past comments by @Wangzai Xiao Qiao regarding the song "Year Ring" resurfaced, leading to a heated debate about the song's original artist [5][6]. Group 2: Legal Perspectives - Legal experts clarified that "original singer" is not a legal term; instead, it refers to the performer who first publicly released a recording, which in this case is Zhang Bichen [7][9]. - The dispute centers on Zhang Bichen claiming to be the sole original singer based on the timing of her release, while Wang Sulong asserts that "Year Ring" has dual original singers due to his authorship rights [11][12]. Group 3: Copyright Implications - The rights of the original singer are limited to performance rights and do not include the broader copyright ownership held by the songwriter [9][12]. - The concept of "dual original singers" is theoretically possible if the contracts allow for multiple versions, but this requires clear contractual agreements [14][16]. Group 4: Industry Insights - The incident reflects a broader issue in the music industry regarding the recognition of original artists versus copyright holders, emphasizing the need for clarity in contracts and communication among involved parties [19][22]. - The discussion also highlights the emotional and commercial implications of such disputes, as artists navigate their identities and rights within the industry [22].

Group 1 - The core issue revolves around the original singer dispute of the song "Year Ring," with claims from both Wang Zai Xiao Qiao and QQ Music regarding the original attribution of the song [2][3] - Wang Su Long's team declared on July 25 that "Year Ring" has "dual original singers" and announced the retraction of the song's authorization [3][4] - Zhang Bi Chen's studio asserted that she is the "only original singer" based on the first public release and distribution records, while acknowledging "Dream Fantasy Zhuang Xian" as a "dual original" song [3][4] Group 2 - The definition of "original singer" is debated, with the term not explicitly defined in the Civil Code or Copyright Law, leading to confusion among the public [5][9] - The industry recognizes "original singer" based on market perception and customary practices, with the first public release being a key factor [10][18] - The concept of "dual original" is not traditionally recognized in the industry, especially during the era of physical recordings [10][18] Group 3 - Wang Su Long's retraction of authorization is legally valid, allowing him to control the use of "Year Ring" without transferring copyright [21][24] - Zhang Bi Chen's claim of "permanent singing rights" may refer to non-commercial performances or specific contractual agreements, but the legitimacy of such rights remains unclear [22][25] - The ongoing dispute highlights the need for clear contractual agreements in the music industry to prevent future conflicts [25][26]

Core Viewpoint - The dispute over the original singer of the song "Year Ring" has escalated due to copyright issues, highlighting the complexities of music copyright protection in China, particularly the relationship between performers' rights and the rights of songwriters [2][39][40]. Group 1: Background of the Dispute - The controversy began when Wang Zai Xiao Qiao, a popular internet celebrity, announced a concert, leading to a resurgence of discussions about the original singer of "Year Ring," a song performed by Zhang Bichen and written by Wang Sulong [2][3][39]. - The song "Year Ring," which was part of the soundtrack for the drama "Flower Thousand Bones," has been a topic of debate for years, with Zhang Bichen traditionally recognized as the original singer due to her version being the first widely heard [7][11][39]. Group 2: Key Events and Reactions - On July 23, 2025, QQ Music removed Zhang Bichen's label as the original singer, leading to a public outcry and the trending topic of "Zhang Bichen's original singer status being canceled" [7][11][39]. - Wang Sulong's studio announced the decision to revoke the authorization for Zhang Bichen to perform the song, which intensified the dispute [12][39]. - Zhang Bichen's studio responded by asserting her status as the "only original singer" and provided evidence to support their claim [12][38][39]. Group 3: Legal and Industry Implications - The dispute reflects the lack of clear legal definitions regarding the term "original singer" in China's copyright law, leading to varying interpretations within the industry [40][41]. - The situation underscores the blurred lines between copyright ownership and performance rights, as both Wang Sulong and Zhang Bichen have valid claims based on their respective roles in the song's creation and performance [41][42]. - Legal experts suggest that Wang Sulong's decision to revoke authorization could pose a risk of breach of contract, depending on the terms of the original agreement [44][45].

Core Viewpoint - The dispute over the original singer of the song "Year Ring" has escalated, with both parties claiming different rights to the song, leading to public controversy and legal implications regarding copyright and original performance rights [5][6][9]. Group 1: Background of the Dispute - The controversy began when a popular internet personality, "Wang Zai Xiao Qiao," stated that the original singer of "Year Ring" is Zhang Bichen, despite the song being created by Wang Sulong [2][5]. - The topic trended on social media, igniting debates among fans regarding who the true original singer is [2]. Group 2: Responses from the Parties - Wang Sulong's team responded by stating they did not intend to engage in the controversy but later announced the decision to retract the song's authorization, preventing any further performances of "Year Ring" [5][6]. - Zhang Bichen's team asserted that she is the "only original singer," providing evidence that her version was the first officially released recording and was the only version used in the drama "Flower Bone" [6][7]. Group 3: Legal and Industry Perspectives - Legal experts noted that while Zhang Bichen's evidence supports her claim as the first performer, it does not necessarily exclude the possibility of multiple original singers, as Wang Sulong's version also qualifies under copyright law [9][10]. - The definition of "original singer" is not explicitly defined in Chinese law, but it generally refers to the first artist to publicly release a recording, which aligns with industry practices [10][11].