“When I do one thing for a long period of time, my attention is usually then drawn in the opposite direction.”

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Meaning

The speaker says that focusing on one activity for too long makes him want to turn toward something different. It suggests a tendency to seek balance by moving away from repetition. The quote reflects restlessness and a need for contrast.

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Originally said in English.

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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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