Quotes from Anu Malik

There are very few music projects like 'Border,' that you get to work on in your lifetime.

As a composer, the voice comes in front of me when I make a song.

I wouldn't be able to compare 'X Factor' and 'Indian Idol' as I wasn't a judge on the former. But there will never be another show like 'Indian Idol' as Indians connect with the struggle, pain and victory of a regular person on a show that allows them to choose the winner.

You had to knock the doors of the great directors and producers; of course I needed the work and was desperate for work. I remember one of the producers saying, we have R.D. Burman, we have Laxmikant-Pyarelal, we've got Kalyanji-Anandji with us, why should we take you?'

I would love to work with everybody who would give me what I need.

Most Indians are concerned about their wives and children. But when I read the script of 'LoC,' I realised that the jawans giving their lives for the country do not think of their wives and families. My thoughts and prayers go out to them.

There's no better girlfriend than your own work, because when it goes away, you realise how important it is.

I make catchy, easy music which the public can grasp easily.

I felt very grateful to JP Dutta who had faith in me from the beginning.

Women are ruling in every sector, so why not in music?

Talent sticks out like a sore thumb.

I kept myself busy by taking up offers as a judge in reality shows.

In 'Main Prem' I had to put myself into the hearts of young lovers.

Only talent helps you to survive in this competitive world.

I have to motivate myself to give my best each day in order to survive.

I deserved the National Award for 'Border,' but got it for 'Refugee.'

The songs of 'Border' and 'Refugee' were from my heart. Everything that is patriotic comes from the heart. If these songs come out time and again, that shows how much I love the country.

I am the only composer who refuses films.

You can't write off Prakash Mehra and Manmohan Desai hits.

I do not worry about the past. I move on.

Some of the top directors have launched their career with me. That's the high.

When you are starved and something is dropped on your plate you are going to relish every bite.

I remember when Michael Jackson came to India and I was crazy about his gig.

I did an English album called 'Ice' earlier but it was too ahead of its time.