How to Make a Guy's Heart Melt over Text

Co-authored by John Keegan

Last Updated: April 20, 2022

Want to make your guy feel special? Whether he's your crush, your boyfriend, or your husband, this article is here to help. We've got a complete list of texts you can send him, with guidance on the best situations to use each option.

1

"You make me smile."

Send a simple, sweet message to your crush. If you just started spending time with a guy, you likely want to text him something cute and flirty (without giving away all of your feelings). Telling him that he brings a smile to your face will do just that.
- "You make me so happy."
- "You always know how to make me laugh."

2

"I woke up thinking about you. 😊"

A good morning text is a great way to show that you care. It's a sweet message to send to a guy you recently started seeing, and he'll love waking up to it.^{[1]
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- "Hey you! Hope you've had a great morning so far."
- "You've been on my mind all morning. 😘"
- "I saw this and it reminded me of you!"^{[2]
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"Can't wait to see you tonight!"

Let him know that you're excited to see him soon. You're likely both looking forward to date night, so why not let him know? It'll make him count down the minutes until he gets to see you, too.^{[3]
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- "So excited to meet up later."
- "Looking forward to seeing you. 🥰"

4

"You're so handsome."

Give him a sweet compliment to warm his heart. Everyone likes to be flattered, and this guy is no exception. Hearing how cute you think he is will likely make him super happy.^{[4]
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- "You're such a babe."
- "I can't believe I landed such a cute guy."

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"I can't get you off my mind."

Let him know if you're really falling for him. If you're super into the guy you've been seeing, this is a sincere way to tell him. He'll love knowing that you're thinking of him.^{[5]
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- "Been thinking about you nonstop!"
- "Still thinking about our date last night."

6

"Miss you."

If your man is out of town, tell him how much you miss him. Whether he's on a trip or he lives far away, letting him know that you're longing for him is a sweet way to show that you care. He likely misses you as well and will be relieved to know that he's on your mind despite the distance.^{[6]
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- "Can't wait to see you again!"
- "Counting down the days until we're reunited."

7

"I wish I was in your arms right now."

Send a more intimate text if you're comfortable. He'll love knowing that you crave his affection, and he'll likely try to make plans to see you as soon as possible!^{[7]
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- "Thinking about your kisses. 😘"
- "Can't wait for everything we're going to do together tonight. 😏"
- You might consider sending over a cute selfie, too.

8

"You're my dream guy."

Tell your man how perfect he is for you. If you've been seeing your guy for a while now, your compliments can be a little more bold and sincere. Telling him how dreamy he is will reveal your genuine feelings, and it'll bring a smile to his face.
- "You're the perfect man for me. 😊"
- "You're a dream come true, babe."

9

"You're my everything."

Express just how much you adore him. If you've been together through life's ups and downs, let him know how much you cherish his presence. He'll likely be happy to know how much he means to you.
- "You mean the world to me."
- "You're all I think about."

10

"I'm so grateful for our relationship."

Remind him how thankful you are to be dating him. Especially if you've been dating a long time, it's important to let your guy know how much you value your relationship. A random text like this will likely make his day.^{[8]
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- "I couldn't be more thankful that we met."
- "You're one in a million. So happy to have you."

11

"I still get butterflies when I think about you."

Let him know you're still super into him if you've been together forever. If you're married or have been dating for years, it's important to remind your guy know how much you adore him. He'll love hearing that you still have a huge crush on him.
- "I have a huge crush on you, even after all of this time."
- "I fall in love with you more every day."

12

"I'll never forget the day I met you."

Reminisce about the early days of your relationship. This message is perfect if you've been together for a long time. Knowing that you still think of the beginning of your relationship will make him smile. Throw in a few details about your first date (or your first kiss) to really show him how much you care.
- "I still think about our first date all of the time. Can't believe it's been 5 years already.❤️"
- "Giving you my number was the best decision I ever made."

13

"I can't imagine my life without you."

Tell your guy that he's irreplaceable. Even if you've been together for years, your man will love a message like this. He'll appreciate knowing that he holds such a significant place in your life (and your heart).
- "You make life so much better."
- "You're the love of my life."

14

"Just wanted to say I love you!"

A simple "I love you" text shows your man how much you care. Even if he knows you love him, share your feelings anyway. He'll love getting an encouraging message like this, and it'll likely warm his heart to know how much you love him (especially if you've been together for a long time).
- "I hope you know how much I love you. ❤️"
- "Love you 😚"

Expert Q&A

Question

How do you text a shy guy?

John Keegan
Dating Coach
John Keegan is a dating coach and motivational speaker based in New York City. 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.

John Keegan

Dating Coach

Expert Answer

Text him some images and songs that you like! You might say something like, "This song reminded me of what we were talking about the other day."
Question

How do I text a shy guy first?

John Keegan
Dating Coach
John Keegan is a dating coach and motivational speaker based in New York City. 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.

John Keegan

Dating Coach

Expert Answer

Stick with simple, low-pressure greetings! Things like "Hello! How's your day going?" or "Are you getting into anything interesting today?" are great options.