Be The First Quotes
Firsts worth saying out loud.
These quotes come from people staking a claim to being first — the first nominated, the first to try something new, the first to admit a weakness. There's a mix of pride and nerve running through them, the same energy you'll find in our Compete quotes.
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I'm incredibly proud to be the first trans director to be nominated for an Oscar.
When I'm governor... I'll be the first governor with a listed telephone number.
Admit Quotes
There are a lot of people highly motivated to be the first to clone a human.
I am honored to be the first international player featured on the cover of 'NBA 2K19.'
Being Quotes
I would like to be the first ambassador to the United States from the United States.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of quotes are in this Be The First collection?
These are lines from people staking a claim to a first of some kind — a first Oscar nomination, a first big match, a first title in a niche scene. The common thread is someone naming their own milestone out loud.
Why do people search for quotes about being first?
Claiming a first is a specific kind of pride, distinct from general achievement quotes, and readers often want language for exactly that moment of breaking new ground rather than generic success talk.
Do any of these quotes admit weakness alongside the achievement?
Yes — one speaker pairs being first to admit something with an honest confession about not being a good flier, showing that claiming a first doesn't require pretending to be flawless. See our Admit quotes for more of that same honesty.
Are these quotes only about careers and achievements?
No, the collection also includes lighter, more personal firsts, like someone jokingly claiming to be the first hippie pinup girl. It's a mix of serious milestones and playful self-description.
