Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the challenges faced by artists in the music industry regarding copyright ownership and the importance of re-evaluating the copyright value system to ensure creators retain their rights and benefits from their works [3][9][37]. Group 1: Artist Experiences - G.E.M. (邓紫棋) signed a contract at 15 that transferred her music copyright and recording rights to her former company, resulting in her not receiving royalties for six years due to ongoing legal disputes [5][6]. - During her legal battle, G.E.M. held a world tour but did not benefit from the streaming revenue of her old songs, as the rights remained with her former company [7][8]. - G.E.M. released a re-recorded album to regain control over her music rights, urging fans to support this new version to diminish the value of the original recordings [11][12]. Group 2: Other Artists' Struggles - Wu Qingfeng (吴青峰) faced a similar situation, where his early contract led to a lengthy legal battle over his music rights, ultimately resulting in him urging fans not to listen to the original versions of his songs [16][17]. - Taylor Swift's experience highlights the issue of losing control over her early albums due to a contract with Big Machine Records, which sold her master recordings to a controversial figure [18][20]. - Swift's strategy of re-recording her albums has proven successful, with her re-recorded album achieving significant sales, demonstrating the potential for artists to reclaim their rights [20][22]. Group 3: Industry Insights - The article emphasizes that many artists, especially in China, often unknowingly relinquish their music rights due to a lack of understanding of contracts, particularly when signed at a young age [27][32]. - The current music industry landscape, influenced by social media and streaming, necessitates a re-evaluation of how artists negotiate their rights, as they can now promote their music independently [37][38]. - The importance of artists understanding their rights and the implications of contract terms is crucial for ensuring they do not lose long-term revenue from their works [37][40].