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“After I wrote 'The Best Of Times' for my dad and after I completed the '12 Steps Suite' with Dream Theater, I very much felt like I had said everything I wanted to say lyrically.” quote by Mike Portnoy
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“After I wrote 'The Best Of Times' for my dad and after I completed the '12 Steps Suite' with Dream Theater, I very much felt like I had said everything I wanted to say lyrically.”

Mike Portnoy

About This Quote

Source Interview: Music Magazine, 2012

After completing major projects, he feels lyrically fulfilled, indicating that artistic milestones can bring a sense of completion.

In simple terms: He feels lyrically complete.

Key Takeaway

Celebrate creative milestones.

Themes

art completion fulfillment

Mood

proud reflective

Type

professional inspirational

When to use this quote

  • album release
  • tour preparation
  • songwriting
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

psychology creative process

Questions to Reflect On

  • What next creative goal will you set?
  • How do you sustain inspiration?
A Different Perspective

Future projects may feel less inspiring after such peaks.

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