29 Quotes by Lata Mangeshkar

I've always loved life, irrespective of all the ups and downs that have filled my journey.

I think playback singing has a lot to do with voice acting. I would suggest to all the youngsters to understand the character, situation, and the story behind the songs. That is when you can add soul to the rendition which, I think, is missing in today's music.

From my experience and understanding, I believe money follows name and fame, while recognition calls for a huge amount of sacrifice. To get something, you have to lose something. That's the rule of life.

I missed out on my childhood. I had to work hard, but I was immediately given a place in playback.

For me, awards are a token of respect that people are giving me. So no matter how many awards I am receiving, I always feel emotional.

I really liked Kishore Kumar. He had a virile man's voice, and he was truly versatile.

I wouldn't let a biopic be made on me. That's because I don't believe in them. I don't like them.

I feel God has sent me to Earth to sing. I started singing when I was five, but I don't think I've worked as hard as many other people.

Today, the scope for variety has shrunk drastically. There are only a handful of topnotch composers like A. R. Rahman, Anu Malik, Jatin-Lalit... that's it.