A singer who can accompany themselves on an instrument is always viewed with a measure of respect. Such artists often possess a level of proficiency that is far from mediocre, and many bring a distinct personality and flair that can take an audience by surprise.
When an amateur tries their hand at this on stage, they are either overconfident and lacking in skill, or they truly have something to offer.
Lu Chen seemed to be the latter. He was composed and confident—or, in industry jargon, he had a great "stage presence." Someone with seven or eight parts talent who carries themselves this way can often perform at a ten-out-of-ten level.
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