I consider all women as mother. I compose poems for any female considering her as mother. Ilaiyaraaja Read Quote
When directors tell me they want a song like one, I tell them no song should be like another. I don’t listen to directors. Ilaiyaraaja Read Quote
You may go to the temple for mental peace. But you may be distracted there and forget the purpose of your visit. But this does not happen when you hear good music. Ilaiyaraaja Read Quote
Mere recording of an event will not make it a historical document. It will become obsolete with time. Only those that emotionally connect with the audience will stand the test of time. Ilaiyaraaja Read Quote
My parents were simpletons. Everyday living was a big thing in that small village where I was born. They had no clue about music. Ilaiyaraaja Read Quote
I don’t believe in making two songs similar. Every composition must have its own unique character. Ilaiyaraaja Read Quote
In India, most people are not aware or are unconcerned about copyright laws. This has proved disastrous for the music fraternity. Ilaiyaraaja Read Quote
My perception is that there is no distinction in music as many people perceive. The difference lies in the way you hear the music. Ilaiyaraaja Read Quote
