Singapore has always held a special place in my heart.
I never think about the past. Why waste time thinking about something I cannot change.
Music is in all our minds and hearts and we are all free to sing anywhere we choose.
There is a gap between the heart and brain - that is where the soundbox lies. Some sing from their heart; others use their brain.
I have sung in over 20 different languages and enjoyed it. I have even sung in foreign languages like Spanish and Russian.
Most of the people I work with become family friends.
Singing is my first love.
Hindi film music has always been completely driven by the plot. We singers never had any say in compositions.
If you are already happy, music heightens your joy.
I went to London in the '70s and also visited Madame Tussauds there. At that time, the only Indian figure that was exhibited there was of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi's.
I was too naive when I started out. It was hard to understand the workings of the industry. But rejection and ridicule pushed me to discover my individuality. I wanted success on my terms.
As a person and as a singer, I love to try something new. I like challenges.
In the old days, all the movie songs were recorded right there on set.
Many policemen have not completed their education, and the university can help them on this front. Education will enable them to speak well and politely to the people.
Let children come across good as well as bad things. MTV is unnecessarily criticised for dishing out obscenity.
The truth is, I've got a naturally outgoing nature, and I still have a great love for experimentation.
I'm not keen on films which depict a lot of violence.
In the studio, you can redo things. In concert, you only have one shot at it, so you have to try to be as perfect as possible.
It is unethical to promote old songs sung by new artistes, and the government should ban these things.
I used to like Mukeshji very much because his Hindi was excellent. It was very clear, and his pronunciation was excellent. No one could match that.
