The producer Jiang Zhifeng, who had just announced his intention to step back from the spotlight, recently released a new single titled “Hold Hands.” This song was chosen by the hit TV drama “Heaven’s Way,” as its ending theme song, symbolizing a heartfelt dedication from a man who wants to provide the best life for his wife.
Jiang Zhifeng shared the serendipitous story behind the release of his new single “Hold Hands.” He mentioned that during a dinner with the vice president of SET TV, he showed the vice president a song that he had previously shelved but personally loved. To his surprise, the vice president was impressed and selected the song as the insert song for “Heaven’s Way.” As the drama progressed and gained popularity, the song eventually became the ending theme, much to the delight of fans who eagerly anticipated its release.
Despite originally planning to take a step back from the music scene, Jiang Zhifeng found himself releasing a new song unexpectedly, attributing it all to the chain of events triggered by “Heaven’s Way.” He expressed admiration for the perfect alignment of circumstances leading to this opportunity. Known for his swift songwriting skills, Jiang Zhifeng completed the lyrics and melody of “Hold Hands” in just one evening but spent six months refining it to perfection.
“Hold Hands” was initially crafted from a male perspective, intended to be a message for partners and a heartfelt expression of love from men worldwide. Jiang Zhifeng emphasized the importance of men expressing their love openly, acknowledging that stoicism and a lack of romance are common among men. When asked if the song was dedicated to his beloved wife, Jiang Zhifeng replied with a smile, “She loves it!”
Jiang Zhifeng, who is currently busy with company projects scheduled until the end of the year, plans to take an extended break in September to treat his wife and take their child on a trip abroad. After chasing the Northern Lights in Iceland last year, he is currently contemplating the destination for this year’s trip. While he already has a few locations in mind, he prefers to keep it a secret for now, hoping to surprise his wife when the time comes.