Born on September 19, 1956, in Kolkata, India, Mohammad Aziz was exposed to music from an early age. He began singing at local events and functions, eventually becoming a regular performer on All India Radio. Aziz's big break arrived in the late 1970s when he moved to Mumbai, the hub of India's music industry. He started working as a playback singer for Bollywood films, quickly gaining recognition for his exceptional talent.