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Quote by Ryuichi Sakamoto
Silence’s importance is increasing as I’m getting older.
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The speaker says that silence has become more valuable with age. Quiet now matters increasingly to them, suggesting a growing preference for stillness or time without noise. The statement focuses on a personal change over time, without explaining exactly why silence has gained this importance.
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- Kinfolk interview
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