Ambition Quote by Tim Rice
“Who needs a dream? Who needs ambition? Who'd be the fool in my position? Once I had dreams, now they're obsessions. Hopes became needs, lovers possessions. Then they move in, oh so discretely. Slowly at first, smiling too sweetly. I opened doors, they walked right through them. Called me their friend, I hardly knew them... Don't get me wrong, I'm not complaining. Times have been good, fast, entertaining. But what's the point if I'm concealing not only love, all other feeling.”
About This Quote
Source Song: "Dreams and Ambitions" (unreleased lyric), 2015
The speaker reflects on turning youthful dreams into obsessive pursuits, feeling hollow despite success, and questions the value of hidden emotions.
In simple terms: Dreams became obsessions, leaving emptiness.
Key Takeaway
Re‑evaluate what truly fulfills you.
Themes
identity
obsession
emptiness
success
authenticity
Mood
melancholic
introspective
Type
personal
philosophical
When to use this quote
- Creative careers
- high‑pressure jobs
- personal relationships
- mental health counseling
Key Concepts
psychology
self‑reflection
materialism
Questions to Reflect On
- What does success mean to you?
- How can you balance ambition with emotional honesty?
A Different Perspective
Obsessive focus can erode genuine connections and self‑awareness.
