How to Send a Goodnight Text

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You've been texting all day with your crush or S.O., but you're not sure how to end the night on a good note before you fall asleep. Sending the perfect goodnight text makes that special someone think of you all night long, and there are so many cute, fun, or flirty options to choose from. Keep reading for a list of example texts to send to your crush or significant other at the end of the night.

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“Sweet dreams 😊”

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  1. A short text keeps your message simple and straightforward.
    This message sounds cute without going overboard whether you’re chatting with your crush or your S.O.[1]
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“I couldn’t fall asleep without saying goodnight first.”

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  1. They’ll feel so important that you thought of them before bed.
    You can try this text with a crush if you want to sound flirty or to be really romantic with a long-term partner.
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“Thanks for such a fun day 😊 sleep well!”

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  1. Send this text if you went on a date or hung out earlier.
    They will feel really special hearing that they were the best part of your day.
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“You’re the last thing on my mind when I fall asleep.”

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  1. This text shows that nothing else matters before bed except them.
    Whether you’re talking to your partner or a new crush, it’ll sound so sweet that you’ve thought of them.
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“Just wanted to tell you how beautiful you are before dozing off.”

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  1. End the night with a sweet compliment.
    Make that special person in your life blush by saying what you love about them.
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“Did you feel that? That was me blowing you a goodnight kiss 😘”

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  1. This text sounds so cute no matter who you send it to.
    You might not be there to give them a real kiss, but the person you’re texting will wish you were.
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“Goodnight babe ❤️ I love you.”

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  1. A quick loving text before bed is perfect for your partner.
    Even if you just pop in with a short message, your S.O. will know that you care a lot about them.[3]
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“Ugh 😫 I wish I could stay up and chat all night!”

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  1. Tell whoever you’re texting how much you love talking to them.
    Sleep will seem like the last thing you want to do because you’re having so much fun with your convo.
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“Hard to fall asleep knowing I get to see you tomorrow!”

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  1. Give them something to look forward to when they wake up.
    If you know you’re getting together with your crush or partner, build up the anticipation to get them really excited.
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“I’m counting down the minutes until I get to see you!”

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  1. Make it sound like waiting any amount of time is too long.
    You’ll sound so eager to see your crush that they’ll want to get together as soon as possible.


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“This bed feels empty without you next to me 🥺”

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  1. This cute message shows that they’re the only one you want to fall asleep with.
    Your crush or S.O. will imagine what it’s like to be all cozy with you in bed.
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“Will you come keep me warm tonight?”

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  1. Your crush or partner will want to cuddle up with you immediately.
    While it will make them miss you like crazy, it could also get them to actually come over if you want to be together.
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“I’ll see you in my dreams 😉”

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  1. Try this flirty text to say you’re thinking of them even when you’re asleep.
    If you’re lucky, maybe you’ll even show up in their dreams too!
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“I must already be asleep because you’re my dream date ❤️”

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  1. Flatter your crush or S.O. by saying they’re the perfect one for you.
    This text may sound a little jokey, but they’ll think it’s really sincere.
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“Can you send me a song to fall asleep to?”

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  1. This is a sneaky way to learn about your crush and the music they like.
    Your crush will love that the last thing you’ll hear before going to bed is something they sent you.[5]
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“I’m just a phone call away if you can’t fall asleep ❤️”

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  1. They’ll love knowing that you’re waiting by your phone for them.
    It shows that you care so much about them that you’d lose sleep just to talk to them.
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“Wish I could wake up next to you.”

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  1. This text lets him know that you want him to spend the night.
    Your crush or partner will love that you want to start your day by seeing them.
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“You’re the only star I see tonight.”

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  1. Your crush or S.O. will love that you think they’re stunning like the night sky.
    Let them know how bright they shine in your life and they’re sure to think of you all night long.
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“Parting is such sweet sorrow.”

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  1. Try this poetic message to say that you’ll miss them through the night.
    It’ll sound a little quirky, but your crush or partner will think it’s romantic.
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“I know you’ll miss me, but I’ll be back in the morning! 😉”

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  1. Tease your crush a little so you stick in their mind all night.
    If they weren’t already missing you, they’ll surely be excited to chat when you wake up.
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“Goodnight! Don’t let the bedbugs bite 😜”

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  1. This classic line ends your night on a goofy note.
    Even though it sounds a little corny, it’s bound to put a smile on your crush’s face.[6]
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“I’m so tired, I must have been running through your mind all day 🏃Goodnight!”

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  1. Even if they weren’t thinking of you all day, they will be now.
    Your crush or partner will also get a good laugh from this cute and jokey message.
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“Talk to you in the morning, sleepyhead!”

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  1. This text tells them that you’re looking forward to tomorrow’s conversation.
    The cute nickname at the end is the icing on the cake that will make the person you’re texting smile.
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“I’m about to pass out. I’ll see you on the other side!”

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  1. Give them a heads up before you fall asleep and stop texting them.
    If you’re so tired that you could doze off at any second, this text tells your crush or S.O. that you’ll be back in the morning.
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“If I disappear for a few hours, DON’T PANIC! I’m just sleeping 😅”

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  1. Your crush or partner won’t worry about why you haven’t replied.
    When you’re texting late at night, this is a good lighthearted message in case you fall asleep on them.
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  1. ↑ https://www.seventeen.com/life/tech-social-media/g25896402/cute-goodnight-text-message-ideas/?slide=12
  2. ↑ Kristina Mirgorodskaya. Dating Expert. Expert Interview
  3. ↑ https://www.sweetyhigh.com/read/goodnight-texts-for-crush-101619
  4. ↑ Kristina Mirgorodskaya. Dating Expert. Expert Interview
  5. ↑ https://www.seventeen.com/life/tech-social-media/g25896402/cute-goodnight-text-message-ideas/?slide=4
  6. ↑ https://www.sweetyhigh.com/read/goodnight-texts-for-crush-101619

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This article was co-authored by John Keegan and by wikiHow staff writer, Hunter Rising. John Keegan is a Dating Coach and motivational speaker based in New York City. With over 10 years of professional experience, he runs The Awakened Lifestyle, where he uses his expertise in dating, attraction, and social dynamics to help people find love. He teaches and holds dating workshops internationally, from Los Angeles to London and from Rio de Janeiro to Prague. His work has been featured in the New York Times, Humans of New York, and Men's Health. This article has been viewed 58,338 times.
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