That's what Rocky is all about: pride, reputation, and not being another bum in the neighborhood.

There aren't a lot of opportunities for that rite of passage that makes you a man. War is one of them, and violent sports are another.

Consider the source...Don't be a fool by listening to a fool.

What I'm trying to do now in my life - not just with the building, but with everything - is to construct things that will have enduring qualities, and won't just be ephemeral flashes in the pan.

When life hits you pretty hard, you can go into a dark corner.

The champion's management says let's do this for real, for charity. Rocky says no but decides to be true to himself even though he's going to be berated by everyone. Just to compete, not to win.

Sometimes worst enemies like a Mohammed Ali and Joe Frazier that's what makes you fight so hard. Without them they never would have achieved greatness.