I am Quotes by Lata Mangeshkar

Nowadays, there are seven music directors in one film. I had never heard of such a thing before. If one of our old music…

— Lata Mangeshkar

When I started out, there was so much work that I couldn't think of doing anything else. I would go for recordings by 8.30…

— Lata Mangeshkar

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

— Lata Mangeshkar

There are so many songs that I could not sing the way I wanted to. When such songs come on television or radio, I…

— Lata Mangeshkar

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

— Lata Mangeshkar

From my experience and understanding, I believe money follows name and fame, while recognition calls for a huge amount of sacrifice. To get something,…

— Lata Mangeshkar

I feel I am a little unfit for the kind of music that is being made today. There is a big difference between what…

— Lata Mangeshkar

I have been singing for the last 50 years, you know, so I deserve a break. Besides, there are talented singers around who can…

— Lata Mangeshkar

One has to be fully committed to one's career. Otherwise, there's no point.

— Lata Mangeshkar

As a singer, you have to bring the soul to the song.

— Lata Mangeshkar

I have decided that I won't take up assignments that don't interest me.

— Lata Mangeshkar

I appreciate the change associated with people's growth, but I don't like the changes in our lives. I came to Mumbai in 1945, so…

— Lata Mangeshkar