“I believe in destiny and the philosophy of karma.”
― Asha Bhosle
“With singing, you get lost in the music – I go into another world when I’m singing.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I constantly need something new and challenging.”
― Asha Bhosle
“In the old days, all the movie songs were recorded right there on set.”
― Asha Bhosle
“Most of the people I work with become family friends.”
― Asha Bhosle
“It is unethical to promote old songs sung by new artistes, and the government should ban these things.”
― Asha Bhosle
“Singapore has always held a special place in my heart.”
― Asha Bhosle
“If you don’t try out new things, then you will be left behind.”
― Asha Bhosle
“There is a gap between the heart and brain – that is where the soundbox lies. Some sing from their heart; others use their brain.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I prefer selective memories. Some songs and some co-workers are all that I want to remember, as memories are not always so pleasant.”
― Asha Bhosle
“Take risks. Never say die. It has worked for me.”
― Asha Bhosle
“Music makes illness retreat.”
― Asha Bhosle
“’Nakhrewali’ is one of my favourite songs.”
― Asha Bhosle
“Music is in all our minds and hearts and we are all free to sing anywhere we choose.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I love to cook, and both Pancham and Gulzarbhai loved to eat. Gulzarbhai loves my karela ghosht and my Bengali kheer.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I never think about the past. Why waste time thinking about something I cannot change.”
― Asha Bhosle
“My rebellion has always been positive and connected with my work. That’s how I’ve sung in foreign languages and collaborated with international artistes.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I’ve enjoyed my life. There has been great tragedy but also moments of great happiness. I’ve taken both in my stride, and if I were to replay my life, I would do it all over again.”
― Asha Bhosle
“My songs would be nothing had it not been for my father. I follow his footsteps.”
― Asha Bhosle
“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.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I love every song that I did with Pancham and Gulzarbhai.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I instinctively felt Pancham and Gulzarbhai were meant to make music together.”
― Asha Bhosle
“Gulzarbhai is a very special artist.”
― Asha Bhosle
“The truth is, I’ve got a naturally outgoing nature, and I still have a great love for experimentation.”
― Asha Bhosle
“Most of my colleagues have been insulated in Indian music alone – they did not think of the world beyond what they knew – but I always did and still do.”
― Asha Bhosle
“As a person and as a singer, I love to try something new. I like challenges.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I always enjoyed singing and working with the late Kishore Kumar. He was a legendary playback singer, an actor, and a producer/director.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I’m not keen on films which depict a lot of violence.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I prefer films and dramas based on families and relationships – films which focus on love and harmony.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I just hope that my fans continue to like my work.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I have sung in all languages, and so every people know me – Gujarati, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I like to meet new people and learn about their cultures – new cultures.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I love to travel.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I am always active.”
― Asha Bhosle
“Those who are not trained singers will find that their voice quavers. That should not happen. The quaver should be used only where necessary and not because a singer cannot hold a note or a tune.”
― Asha Bhosle
“Only when you know the nuances of a language can you sing a song well.”
― Asha Bhosle
“When you don’t know how to pronounce words, when you don’t know the meaning of the words, how will you imbibe a song with feeling?”
― Asha Bhosle
“The Seventies was a golden period for music, both around the world and in India.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I have brought up my kids single-handedly. So a strenuous routine is something I thrive on, not shy away from.”
― Asha Bhosle
“Ram Kapoor is a formidable actor.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I have always believed Chandra Barot is a very talented director.”
― Asha Bhosle
“Lata Mangeshkar is Lata Mangeshkar. Nobody can ever touch her.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I have sung as many as 6,000 songs of various hues, be they classical, pop or folk songs. I have even performed free of charge for the Maharashtra government.”
― Asha Bhosle
“Let children come across good as well as bad things. MTV is unnecessarily criticised for dishing out obscenity.”
― Asha Bhosle
“Performing in each city is a different experience. But somehow, New York is unique. It is like performing in the entertainment capital of the world.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I cannot stand in one place and sing for three hours. By nature, I like to make things lively.”
― Asha Bhosle
“By now, everyone knows I do not just sing standing in the middle of the stage. I also dance and get others to dance with me.”
― Asha Bhosle
“People forget how the same children brought up with affection, effort, and love are the ones who later kick their parents.”
― Asha Bhosle
“If you are already happy, music heightens your joy.”
― Asha Bhosle
“Songs are easy to remember because they have rhythm and music.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I was approached for acting roles when I was young. I had said that I look into the mirror every day and don’t think my face suits for the big screen. So I will not do the films.”
― Asha Bhosle
“Singing is my first love.”
― Asha Bhosle
“Acting is not my forte.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I have been singing since childhood and, over the years, sang songs from different languages from India and across the globe.”
― Asha Bhosle
“Acting is in my genes, since my father late Pandit Dinanath Mangeshkar was an actor.”
― Asha Bhosle
“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.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I’m like a shark. I can’t keep still. Some call me a workaholic.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I enjoy keeping busy, and fortunately for me, there’s a large audience out there who are keen to hear me sing. It’s their love and affection that keep me going.”
― Asha Bhosle
“The music industry is an unforgiving place, and it shall unceremoniously show you the door if you can’t perform to high standards.”
― Asha Bhosle
“We have been using Ayurveda for generations, and it has been a vital part of the family.”
― Asha Bhosle
“Initially, when I got into the world of music, I was treated like an underdog.”
― Asha Bhosle
“When I began my career, I worked purely for the money.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I never regret any of the work I’ve done.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I’m mentally agile.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I take care of my skin, and I’m a teetotaller.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I lost my childhood. When girls of my age were studying and playing, I was married off.”
― Asha Bhosle
“My mother was progressive in her thinking.”
― Asha Bhosle
“Every day of my life has been a challenge – from singing a song that is not my type to being asked suddenly to sing a classical song with no practice.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I have always been rebellious, but that is because I’ve wanted to do different things, try out new things.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I have sung in over 20 different languages and enjoyed it. I have even sung in foreign languages like Spanish and Russian.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I am a restless person.”
― Asha Bhosle
“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.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I have received many awards, love, and recognition.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I am thankful to all the people who have loved and listened to me.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I have sung every song with the same dedication like I sang my first number.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I feel career women should avoid getting married.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I always like to do something different in every song.”
― Asha Bhosle
“We have to put expressions in a song when we sing it.”
― Asha Bhosle
“If we don’t put some acting in a dance song, no one would be able to dance on it.”
― Asha Bhosle
“Every concert of mine is different in terms of song selection.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I don’t run after money or fame. The only thing I have always wished is to be a classical singer.”
― Asha Bhosle
“Hindi film music has always been completely driven by the plot. We singers never had any say in compositions.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I want to empower girls so that they are treated as equals to the boys in the country.”
― Asha Bhosle
“If a biopic is ever made on me, Priyanka Chopra will be able to do justice to my character. She is not only talented, but I also like the way she conducts herself. I am happy that she is making her presence felt in Hollywood.”
― Asha Bhosle
“Cooking fills the stomach, and music fills the mind.”
― Asha Bhosle
“Cooking well, with love, is an art.”
― Asha Bhosle
“You cannot enter a studio and just start crooning before the mike. It is essential to understand the mind of the composer, mood of the song, and meter of the tune.”
― Asha Bhosle
“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.”
― Asha Bhosle
“Songs, for me, are notes from the heart.”
― Asha Bhosle
“There can be no technique or formula for creativity.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I performed six concerts all over the U.S.S.R. during the time of Gorbachev. The entire audience was Russian. There were no Indians. Period. The audience turned out in large numbers and gave standing ovations to all my songs. They knew each song. That was an amazing experience.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I can understand my popularity with the Indian diaspora, but I do get surprised when non-Indians recognise my music.”
― Asha Bhosle
“Music has given me great solace in my times of hardship. It has also brought me fame and wealth, and I owe everything to music.”
― Asha Bhosle
“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.”
― Asha Bhosle
“With a live audience, if you sing with the right feeling, the response you get is a high, an excitement. There’s nothing in the studio that can give you anything quite like that.”
― Asha Bhosle
“In my opinion, anybody can sing. If they have a voice, they must sing.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I used to work from 7 A.M. till 3 A.M.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I never think about retiring – because you retire, you die.”
― Asha Bhosle
“I hate a sleepy, nonresponsive, and silent audience because it fails to excite me as a performer.”
― Asha Bhosle
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