CHIT CHAT: Ishq Bector

Published December 19, 2008

Aay Hip Hopper —  who these lines remind you of? You got it right! It`s the sensational Canada based singer, songwriter, producer, performer and rapper, IshQ Bector. IshQ has literally captured the music world ever since his album, Daku Daddy, hit the international markets. He has written, produced and sung on films like Dhoom 2, Fight Club & Pyar ke Side Effects. His music is all about innovation, fun, raw energy and humour that encourage the listener to go ape on the dance floor. Songs like “Daku Daddy” and “Aey Hip Hopper” are crazily popular among Pakistani youth and for that very reason, YW got engaged with IshQ in a fun chit chat.

1. Your full and real name
Amitabh Sunil ishQ Bector
2. Star sign /birth date
Gemini/ June 3
3. Your favourite artists/ bands?
Redman, Methodman, Ludacris, Sonu Nigam, Himesh Reshammiya, Sunidhi Chauhan, Chitra
4. Your favourite label?
Don`t have one... I prefer going with no brand labels. But it`s hard to do.
5. The last perfume you bought?
Issey Miyake
6. What do you do to relax?
Burn some herb and watch films.
7. Your favourite food?
Homemade Indian
8. Favourite drink?
Plain H2O
9. Favourite coffee place?
Mocha
10. In your DVD player?
Godfather (PlayStation game)
11. What do you do on Sunday mornings?
Sleeeeep!
12. Which of your songs is closest to you and why?
“Aye Hip Hopper” because when I perform that number, people go ape crazy!
13. Except for your own self who do you listen to?
I listen to a lot of audio-books by Osho and Dr Wayne Dyer.
14. If you were not a singer, what would you be?
A serial killer, who specialises in politicians and terrorists
15. Most necessary thing for being a musician/singer?
Understanding and being able to compose, write, produce, sing and mix a song. Whether you do all the jobs is up to you but the knowledge is essential.
16. Your worst nightmare?
Not having a happy home environment.
17. Most important possession?
The only wealth I hold is in my mind... but intellect will outlive legal tender every time!
18. What is your best and worst project?
The best is any project that makes it to the public`s ears. The worst are the ones that no matter how much time you spend, never even get out to be heard!
19. Who do you take as your biggest rival in your field?
Himesh Reshammiya (he`s also a good friend... one classic individual)
20. First crush?
Madhuri Dixit
21. Describe yourself in three words?
Sincere, Creative & Twisted
22. Who is IshQ?
IshQ is the F.U. in fun
23. What is the best quality you possess?

I`m more than obsessed about my work, I`m actually possessed and that makes me an extremely hard working person.

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