Xue wu chang shi: Ugly Chinese people are sorry for the "country"

Chen Qigang, the music director of the Olympic opening ceremony, explained why Yang Peiyu was not chosen to perform, saying "The main reason for the selection of Yang Peiyu was due to consideration of external image, which was for the national interest." In the video, Chen Qigang spoke at length, saying that Zhang Yimou required a girl with no flaws in her appearance to sing, which was for the sake of national image and national interest. Lin Miaoke had a good image, but her voice was not good, while Yang Peiyi sang well, but her image was not as good. Therefore, such a choice was made. Chen Qigang also said, "We have the responsibility to face the listeners and audiences of China. I think all the people of China can understand. This is related to the national interest, especially in such a major and serious event as the entry of the national flag." He also said it was a decision made by the central leadership.