A biography for Javed Alihasn’t been written yet.
“I am fortunate that I was born in a family where music was already a part of life.”
“My association with the Times of India has been a great journey. I have done over 15 shows within two years for the brand. I am glad to be a part of their events, as it gives me an opportunity to interact and perform for my fans across the country.”
“I have always enjoyed coming to Ahmedabad.”
“I am a die hard fan of Lucknow food, so whenever I am in city I make sure to have the famous kebabs.”
“Ghazals can never die; they will come back.”
“Healthy competition is very important in any industry. It keeps you on your toes and helps you grow.”
“Many people say that theatre has no money, but it has been the stepping stone for the best film actors of our times like Naseeruddin Shah, Om Puri, Paresh Rawal, etc.”
“I don't feel that I have achieved anything, I just want people to love my songs.”
“I like to experiment when it comes to music.”
“I know nothing other than singing and I feel blessed.”
“People are surprised when they realise that I have sung 'Tinku Jiya' as they felt it was not my genre. As a musician, till the time I don't try something, I don't refuse it. I like challenging jobs.”
“I grew up listening to Hindi and Marathi songs of Lata Mangeshkar and Asha Bhosale.”
“I love going to Jama Masjid and Daryaganj whenever I am in Delhi.”
“I don't mind even if I sing a few songs every year, but I just want to do quality work.”
“One has to sing from the heart to let it touch the right chords. Unless you enjoy the song, your listener will not either.”
“I'm not complaining if my work is getting more recognition than me.”
“Dance numbers continue to be popular and I believe soulful and romantic tracks, too, will never go out of trend.”
“I think every singer should get a formal training in music.”
“I believe that your creativity increases when you evolve with changing technology.”
“In independent music, you are the badshah and there are no restrictions, which allow you to embrace your true music. Whereas in playback, your first obligation is to your music director and then to your sensibilities.”