I loved my 17 years with R.E.M., but I'm ready to reflect, assess and move on to a different phase of my life. The four of us will continue our close friendship, and I look forward to hearing their future efforts as the world's biggest R.E.M. fan.

This quote is spoken by Mike Mills, an original member of the band R.E.M., as he announced his departure from the band. In this quote, he is expressing his love for the time he has spent with R.E.M., but saying that he is now ready to explore a different phase of his life. He emphasizes the close friendship between himself and his fellow bandmates and expresses his support for their future endeavors. He finishes by stating that he is the world’s biggest R.E.M. fan.