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How to Send a Goodnight Text

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Co-authored by John Keegan and Hunter Rising

Last Updated: June 16, 2022

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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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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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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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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.
- This text will help cement the memory of the date and is a great way to finish the day.

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“You’re the last thing on my mind when I fall asleep.”

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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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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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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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Even if you just pop in with a short message, your S.O. will know that you care a lot about them. ^{[2]
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“Ugh 😫 I wish I could stay up and chat all night!”

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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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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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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.
- You can also try hinting at something fun or interesting to do for the next date, so they have something to look forward to!

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

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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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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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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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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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Your crush will love that the last thing you’ll hear before going to bed is something they sent you. ^{[3]
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“I’m just a phone call away if you can’t fall asleep ❤️”

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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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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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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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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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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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Even though it sounds a little corny, it’s bound to put a smile on your crush’s face. ^{[4]
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“I’m so tired, I must have been running through your mind all day 🏃Goodnight!”

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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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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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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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When you’re texting late at night, this is a good lighthearted message in case you fall asleep on them.

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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 54,899 times.

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