A.R. Rahman Quotes

The simple truth is that nowhere in human history is there another manwho combined so uniquely and effectively in his person both the idealist and realist factors as did Muħammad (Peace be upon him)

Nature exists for man to exploit for his own ends, while the end of man himself is nothing else but to serve God, to be grateful to Him, and to worship Him alone.

Empirical" knowledge itself is of little benefit unless it awakens the inner perception of man as to his own situation, his potentialities, his risks, and his destiny

The corruption of religious leaders, who were expected to be the source of spiritual force and regeneration, is the last step in the of decay of a community.

It is no consolation to reflect that every cause itself is an effect, making the search for causes and reasons a fool’s errand.

How many senators have taken their conception of what America can do from what they’ve seen on the American movie screen?

I wasn’t as untrusting. I had faith in the goodness of people, the perfection of love.What happened?Everything ends. And it’s how they end that leaves the lasting effect.

Is that not the Promethean fable, that the fire stolen from the gods will light men their way even while it burns their hands?

Yes, they mean well, but the only good that an absence of malice guarantees is a clear conscience.

I am too much of an imitator to be a true writer.

An exile, said Zafar, is a refugee with a library.

Difficult questions can have simple answers.

Bollywood music is definitely a big part of Indian music and can be a great way to introduce people to the sound. But I hope to continue to incorporate other types of Indian music into my work.

If you respect a language and culture, it shows in your work.

It's true that I love to connect with my fans on the social networking sites, but I try not to go overboard, ever. I just give people a peek into my mind space, but never bombard them with my tweets.

I was famous from the age of 13, and after a while you become immune to it - in a good way. You look at positives and what you can do with it.

Wisdom comes from within. Knowledge is acquired and can sometimes put a screen on your wisdom.

It's like driving your car. If you drive too fast on the highway, you will topple, so you better maintain your speed. Life is similar to that, and that's the way you have to control your head.

I am the kind of person who does not like to carry baggage. In fact, I don't go back and listen to my own music. I believe in closing chapters and moving forward. That's what gives me peace.