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].

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the controversy surrounding NetEase Cloud Music's handling of the original artist label for songs by Zhang Bicheng and Wang Sulong, highlighting issues of copyright and platform responsibility [2][3][4]. Group 1: Incident Overview - NetEase Cloud Music initially removed the original artist label for three songs by Zhang Bicheng, including "Year Ring," while maintaining the label for Wang Sulong's version [2][3]. - The platform later restored the original artist labels after user complaints and clarified that the removal was due to a system display issue [3][4]. - Legal experts noted that the original artist label lacks a clear definition in Chinese copyright law, and the rights depend on the contractual agreements between the artists and the platform [4][7]. Group 2: Artist Statements and Reactions - Zhang Bicheng's studio stated that she is the only original artist for "Year Ring," which was first released in June 2015, while Wang Sulong's version followed shortly after [4][6]. - Wang Sulong's team announced the decision to retract the song's authorization due to the ongoing dispute over the original artist designation [4][6]. Group 3: Financial Context - NetEase Cloud Music is facing increasing financial pressure, with a reported revenue decline of 8.4% year-on-year in Q1 2025, totaling 1.858 billion yuan, and a gross profit decrease of 11% [14]. - In contrast, Tencent Music reported a revenue increase of 8.7% year-on-year, highlighting the competitive challenges faced by NetEase Cloud Music [14].