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Meaning
The speaker says they are drawn to the sound of the violin or organ because it feels sustained and enduring. They suggest that these long-held tones may represent something that lasts beyond ordinary life, such as immortality.
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About Ryuichi Sakamoto
Japanese musician and composer
Ryuichi Sakamoto was a Japanese musician, composer, keyboardist, record producer, singer and actor. He worked across a wide range of styles as a solo artist and as a member of the synth-driven band Yellow Magic Orchestra. With Haruomi Hosono and Yukihiro Takahashi, he helped shape and pioneer several forms of electronic music. He was also a film score composer whose work brought him an Academy Award, a BAFTA, a Grammy, and two Golden Globe Awards.
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