Quotes from Javed Ali

I may not be a party-hopper, but I'm a diehard romantic.

I have a taste for ghazals and I like them.

I am a die hard fan of Lucknow food, so whenever I am in city I make sure to have the famous kebabs.

I love going to Jama Masjid and Daryaganj whenever I am in Delhi.

Whenever I sing a song, I just want it to reach out to the audience.

In independent music, you are the badshah and there are no restrictions, which allow you to embrace your true music. Whereas in playback, your first obligation is to your music director and then to your sensibilities.

I like to experiment when it comes to music.

People usually call me for experimental songs.

I personally make sure that my songs are all original without any technical help, and only when that happens that I get complete satisfaction as a singer.

I believe that your creativity increases when you evolve with changing technology.

It's easier to record because technology is advanced. That's why there is a spurt in the number of new singers.

I enjoy singing in different languages, be it Telugu or Bengali. I would like to sing in Malayalam too.

Music has no language barriers and this has been proved right several times by the Chennai audience.

Lucknow is one of my favourite cities.

I owe my success to Allah and my parents who have sacrificed so much to get me where I am.

Gujaratis not only love music, but they equally appreciate the artists. They express their appreciation wholeheartedly, they dance with you, sing along and always enjoy the music.

I am fortunate that I was born in a family where music was already a part of life.

Many people say that theatre has no money, but it has been the stepping stone for the best film actors of our times like Naseeruddin Shah, Om Puri, Paresh Rawal, etc.

There is an endearing quality in Gujaratis and the way they celebrate their lives.

Chennai audience is musically-inclined. They understand and enjoy different genres of music.

I stand in support of royalty for singers, but sometimes things happen all of a sudden and you have to sign a contract.

Tum Tak' is a beautiful thought and is a rhythmic expression. It's been composed beautifully. It may sound easy but is difficult to attempt or sing it live.

I never thought I would do a reality show.

I'm not complaining if my work is getting more recognition than me.