The only reason Gatsby tried to chase The American Dream was to own Daisy. When Gatsby met Daisy all those years ago, he was immediately ensnared in her, and he knew that the only thing that would ever matter in his life was her. “Gatsby bought that house so that Daisy was right across the bay” (78). Gatsby's life, from the time he met her to now, has been influenced by Daisy because she was everything he wanted. Marilyn Roberts, a professor at Waynesburg College, states, “Gatsby could be more creative and romantic in pursuing the American dream… because he does everything for the sake of a woman” (Roberts 6). For Gatsby, The American Dream has absolutely nothing to do with building a better life or becoming powerful, and everything to do with the fact that if he absolutely wants to have a chance at being with the woman of his dreams he must rise from the dead. rags to life. riches. Daisy would never choose Gatsby despite all her efforts, because she would never leave her lavish and seemingly perfect life for him. Daisy, while she may not be totally and completely happy, is living her dream and Gatsby has never been and will never be a part of it.