--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Success is something good, and something…" description: "\"Success is something good, and something bad. I don't know if it's good to always go after success.\" — Manu Chao" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a8d/manu-chao-26036_bad_success-is-something-good-and-something_1950867.jpg" --- # Success is something good, and something bad. I don't know… ![“Success is something good, and something bad. I don't know if it's good to always go after success.” quote by Manu Chao](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a8d/manu-chao-26036_bad_success-is-something-good-and-something_1950867.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a8d/manu-chao-26036_bad_success-is-something-good-and-something_1950867.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a8d/manu-chao-26036_bad_success-is-something-good-and-something_1950867.jpg) > “Success is something good, and something bad. I don't know if it's good to always go after success.” [Manu Chao](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/manu-chao/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Success has both positive and negative aspects; its pursuit may not always be beneficial. **In simple terms:** Success can be good and bad; chasing it isn’t always wise. Key Takeaway Consider the costs before chasing success. Themes success dual nature ethical dilemma Mood reflective cautious Type philosophical motivational When to use this quote - career decisions - personal goals - ethical debates Key Concepts ambition consequences balance Questions to Reflect On - Is success worth the sacrifice? - How do you define “good” success? 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