Send These Sweet and Funny Birthday Wishes to Your Best Friend

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215 Sweet Birthday Wishes for Your Best FriendRee Drummond

It's your best friend's birthday—hooray! 🥳 🎉

You might tell your bestie how much you love them all the time, so why do words escape us when their big special day rolls around? And if it's a big one, like making a speech at their 50th birthday party? That's even more difficult. Maybe it's the pressure of the occasion or the act of writing our feelings down. So, if you're stuck, we're sharing a collection of the best birthday wishes for your best friend.

These heartfelt friendship quotes and messages are perfect for including in a DIY birthday card or even just a simple birthday text to start their day off right. Whether you want to send your bestie something laugh-out-loud funny, heartfelt, or short and to the point, these birthday greetings will fit the bill. (And if you're sis is your bestie? We've got birthday wishes for a sister, too.) The only thing they'll love more than a message that reminds them how much they mean to you is if you also make them Ree Drummond's fabulous chocolate birthday cake recipe! There's no better way to celebrate the day than with a sweet treat to go with your sweet birthday wishes for your best friend. And one of these amazing best friend gifts or birthday captions wouldn't hurt either!

Funny Birthday Wishes for a Best Friend

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  • Happiest of birthdays to the kid who always knows what to say, what to wear, and when to leave the party.

  • Older? Definitely. Wiser? Well, that's debatable. Happy Birthday!

  • Happy National You Day!

  • Happy birthday! I would have bought you a gift, but it's above my pay grade.

  • Have the happiest birthday—being friends with me is the only gift you need!

  • Every day we celebrate you, but today you get a card.

  • In banana years, you're ripe enough for bread!

  • Wishing you the best birthday. Hey, at least you're not as old as you will be next year!

  • Happy birthday to the world's oldest child! Glad I found a fellow deviant.

  • Happy day you triumphantly escaped from your mother's womb!

  • You don't look a day over 20! From a distance, with my eyes closed. Have a great birthday!

  • Here's to you! Grateful you came into my life to make me seem normal!

  • A true friend remembers your birthday but not your age.

  • Happy birthday! As they say, better out than in.

  • I can't wait until we're old enough to be wreaking havoc in the senior home together! Until then, happy birthday, darling!

  • A quick reminder on your special day: well-behaved women rarely make history. But we don't have to worry about that!

  • Forget about the past you can’t change, the future you can’t foresee, and most certainly forget about the present because I did not get you one.

  • Happy birthday buddy! I hope your heart today is as full as your Facebook wall will be with birthday messages from people you’ve never spoken to.

  • Happy birthday! I think it’s great that your parents met.

  • To the best friend a person could ask for—my one regret is not meeting you sooner (so I could have annoyed you longer).

  • Boyfriends/girlfriends come and go, so thank goodness we’re stuck together. Hope you have the best day to my day one!

  • With each trip around the sun you grow smarter, better looking, and funnier! May this be the year you catch up to me!

  • So glad you were born. Happy birthday and keep up the good work getting older!

  • Happy bidet! In this day and age, a good friend is harder to find than toilet paper!

  • Ten out of ten friendship experience, definitely coming back next year.

  • Happy birthday to a real-life baddie! May you continue to make everyone around you jealous.

  • I can’t wait to celebrate you today! Name a better birthday duo. I’ll wait.

  • Happy birthday to my fellow golden girl!

  • Statistics show that those who have the most birthday live the longest. Too bad we were always terrible at math!

  • Cheers to more fun, more memories, and fewer mistakes!

  • Hope you have the best personal new year!

  • Happiest birthday to the one person who knows all my secrets!

  • Another birthday, another year we haven’t spilled each other’s secrets. Let’s make this the best yet!

  • Our friendship is like fine wine—it only gets better with age.

  • Follow these birthday steps: 1) Eat cake. 2) Have a drink. 3) Eat cake. 4) Repeat until you've had a great day!

  • Time to celebrate you! The only person crazy enough to endure me!

  • Sure, we’re both getting old, but who’s counting? Wishing you a great birthday!

  • Loving you is a piece of cake. Now let’s eat yours!

  • Today is all about honoring the person who keeps my therapy bills low. Here’s to another year of listening to me complain!

  • It's true that time flies when you're having fun, because it’s been a riot being friends with you.

  • Can't keep calm, it's my BFF's big day!

  • For the record, you're not old, you're a classic. Happy birthday to the most classic kid I know.

  • Let's get this party started! No, seriously—we both know we can't stay up past 10 p.m.!

  • On this day, a star was born! So sing your heart out tonight, bestie!

  • May we live a long life together, so we can be 100 and still gossiping like teenagers.

  • Happy birthday to the only person I would rescue in a Zombie apocalypse!

  • Happy birthday to a friend who still isn’t showing her/his age… and definitely not acting it!

  • You cake my day every day.

  • Have a grate birthday! I know that's not too cheesy since you're the dad joke friend.

  • When it comes to funny friends, you take the cake.

  • Best friends are awesome, especially yours. Happy birthday, to someone with great taste!

  • Friends who gray together, stay together! Here's to many, many more.

  • Growing old is mandatory, growing up is an option. Thanks for opting out with me!

  • To the world's best bad influence—may you always keep the party going!

  • Today, we count your blessings, not your wrinkles.

  • Happy birthday to the Thelma to my Louise!

  • Let's celebrate becoming old bats together!

  • Happy birthday to my kooky friend, and thanks for making me look like the normal one!

  • Okay so you're another year older, do you want a card or something?

  • Brace yourself my friend—21 is a big one.

  • A long time ago, in a galaxy far away, somebody cool was born. We know because it's my bestie's birthday!

  • Happy birthday to the friend who makes any annoying situation tolerable.

  • Happy birthday! You only look as old as our last selfie.

  • You're the only person I'd break a nail for, and that's the greatest gift of all.

  • Life is short, so smile while you still have teeth!

  • Happy birthday to the one friend whose presence doesn’t irritate me after 24 hours straight.

  • Don't focus on your new age today, focus on being closer to senior citizen perks!

  • I just want to say on your special day, thanks for always being older than me.

  • Happiest birthday! I was going to plan a big surprise, but I didn’t want to bring your blood pressure up!

  • We may need to call the fire department to help blow out all those candles. Happy birthday!

  • I know you're a true day one friend because I can finally remember your birthday without checking Facebook.

  • If you're getting old, does that mean I am too?! Happy Birthday, old timer!

  • Happy Birthday to you my forever young friend!

  • Happy Birthday, aka all-the-cake-you-can-eat day!

  • Here's to another year of our silly shenanigans with my favorite person!

  • Don't worry about lighting all the candles on your cake—I've already let the fire department know!

  • Save a slice of cake for me! Happy Birthday, bestie!

  • You're terrible at this aging thing—can you at least *try* to look older?

  • Don't forget to smile uncomfortably as everyone sings you Happy Birthday!

  • How many candles do we need on your birthday cake? 100? 200?

  • Don't think of it as aging, think of it as becoming a classic!

  • Happy wine and cake day!

  • Happy Birthday! My amazing presence is your present this year.

  • Who's counting candles anymore, anyway? Happy Birthday!

  • Is this the year we've decided we're too old for presents? Never! Happy birthday!

  • Don't let aging get you down! You won't get back up again!

Sweet Birthday Wishes for a Best Friend

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  • We've shared so many good memories together and I can't wait to see what's next! Happy birthday!

  • To the funniest, funkiest, most fabulous person I know: happy birthday!

  • You're the person who can make me laugh when I want to cry, and the best friend anybody could have.

  • You always shine as bright as the candles on your cake. So, keep lighting up every room baby!

  • When I count my blessings, your friendship is at the top of the list. Have the happiest birthday.

  • Every year on this day, I am reminded how lucky I am to have a friend like you.

  • No one knows me better than you and I hope that today all of your birthday wishes come true!

  • May good luck go with you, and happiness too!

  • A friend is a friend, but a best friend is even better. Happy birthday.

  • Having thee chance to celebrate a friend like you is a true gift.

  • Wishing you a year filled with love, adventure, and prosperity.

  • Happy birthday to my number one!

  • May your wishes come true, and your day be as beautiful as you!

  • Happy birthday to my forever partner in crime.

  • Today, you're a little bit older and a heck of a lot more fabulous.

  • Thanks for turning into the beautiful friend you are today.

  • Best friend, best birthday, best everything!

  • Today, we celebrate the one and only!

  • As your number one fan, every day is your special day.

  • I love and cherish you today and always.

  • Friends are the family we get to choose. I’m so glad that we chose each other.

  • I hit the jackpot when you come into my life. Happy birthday to my lucky charm.

  • Where would I be without my ride or die? Happy birthday, friend!

  • Today is all about you! So, let’s let the good times roll!

  • Feeling blessed your parents met!

  • No matter the distance, I’ll always be the first to wish you a happy birthday.

  • Today we celebrate my number one. Through thick and thin, I’ll always be there for you.

  • My life was made better the day you entered it. Happy birthday!

  • I wouldn’t trade your friendship for the world. Here’s to another great year.

  • You deserve all the gifts, success, and love coming your way today, and the rest of the year.

  • I’m so excited to celebrate the glorious day you were born!

  • I hope this day brings you as much joy as you always bring me!

  • Happy birthday to the real MVP of friendship. Today is yours!

  • It’s been a privilege to call you my friend. Now let’s party!

  • I hope you have a birthday that’s as extraordinary as you are!

  • Doing life with you is just better. I hope your year is as great as you are!

  • Cheers to more fun times together. All the best wishes on your birthday!

  • All the best wishes for my best friend!

  • You’re a true treasure to everyone you meet. Happy birthday!

  • Feeling so grateful you entered my life when you did. Have the best day, darling.

  • Happy birthday to the beautiful, intelligent, charming person I call my best friend!

  • I hope you have the most fabulous celebration on this special day!

  • I hope your day is as fabulous as you are! Much love and many smooches.

  • How lucky I am to grow up alongside such a caring, kind, goofy person. I hope you spend the day in good company!

  • Wowee, another loop around the sun. HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!

  • Today is the day! Hope you spend it pampered and in good company.

  • I wish you a beautiful year of good friends, love, art, and incredible food. Love you!

  • Happy birthday! Hope you have a warm day, I'm thinking of you always, and I'll see you soon!

  • Adore you to the moon and back!

  • It's always your day in my book, but this one is extra special.

  • My resolution for your next trip around the sun is even more bestie time!

  • Happiest of days to the most important person in my life. Love you!

  • Eternally grateful for your friendship, guidance, and humor.

  • You know the drill—happiest of birthdays to my person!

  • You warm my heart every time I see you. Wishing you a day of joy.

  • Thank you for always giving great advice and never blaming me when I don't take it!

  • Wishing you a day as special as you are.

  • Happiest of birthdays to the most special person in the room!

  • Congrats on another trip around the sun! I hope this day is full of cake, memories, and fun.

  • To the sweetest berry in the bunch, a very happy birthday!

  • I hope you know how much you're loved today, best friend!

  • I can't wait to spend the night celebrating my favorite person! I adore you to bits!

  • Thank GOODNESS my bestie entered the world today!

  • Wishing you the happiest of birthdays, and another amazing year around the sun by your side!

  • You are so loved today and every day. Happy Birthday!

  • I hope your birthday is as special as you are, friend.

  • I can't wait to celebrate you all day long!

  • I'm so grateful to celebrate another birthday with you my best friend.

  • Here's to the birthday queen/king today!

  • Ready to hit the town and let the world know it's my best friend's birthday!

  • HBD to my BFF for life, I don't know what I'd do without you!

  • The world got a little bit better on this day because my best friend was born!

  • Happy Birthday to a best friend who is like no other.

  • I hope you're enjoying your special day doing whatever it is you want!

  • Today I'm shouting from the rooftops that it's my best friend's birthday, hooray!

  • Here's to another year of friendship, laughter, and getting up to no good together! Happy Birthday!

  • Sending you so much love on your birthday, BFF!

Meaningful Birthday Messages for a Best Friend

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  • Today we celebrate you for all of the amazing things you have brought into this world.

  • It’s been an honor to watch you grow over the years. May the next one bring more blessings.

  • A bond like ours is rare, and I never take it for granted. Happy birthday bestie.

  • Friends listen to what you say, best friends listen to what you don’t say. Happy, happy birthday.

  • Having you as a friend is one of the best parts of my life. May your year be as fulfilling as your friendship.

  • I love you more than words can say. Thanks for being the world's best friend.

  • I'm so grateful you came into my life when you did. Happy birthday and I can't wait to celebrate many more!

  • Your friendship is one of the most valued relationships in my life. I can't wait to continue growing together.

  • Wishing you the best birthday yet!

  • I hope you have a great day today and the year ahead is full of many blessings.

  • Thank you for all that you've brought to my life. The happiest of birthdays to my favorite friend.

  • Life is so much better with you in it. Happy Birthday to the most deserving friend!

  • I'm so proud of you and for all that you do. Here's to the world's greatest best friend on your birthday!

  • Birthdays come once a year, but best friends are once in a lifetime. I'm so happy to call you mine!

  • Thank you for always being by my side and having my back. I'd do anything for you, especially today on your birthday!

  • I am so honored to call you my best friend. You deserve every good thing that comes to you on your birthday and beyond.

  • Cheers to the brightest light in my life on your birthday!

  • I'm so happy we got to grow up side by side. Here's to many more birthdays together!

  • Wishing you all the happiness, joy, and blessings the world can offer on your birthday.

  • We need more than one day to celebrate the best person on Earth!

  • You're not just a best friend, but you're also a true friend. Thank you for everything you do for me. I hope you have the happiest of birthdays!

  • Thank you for always picking up the phone, for giving the world's best hugs, and for supporting everything I do. Here's to you on your birthday best friend!

  • Sending you an infinite amount of love, joy, and happiness on your birthday!

  • Today is my favorite day because it's dedicated to my favorite person!

Birthday Quotes for a Best Friend

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  • "Grow old along with me! The best is yet to be." —Robert Browning

  • "True friends are like diamonds—bright, beautiful, valuable, and always in style." —Nicole Richie

  • "Anything is possible when you have the right people there to support you." —Misty Copeland

  • "The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate." —Oprah Winfrey

  • "Count your age by friends, not years. Count your life by smiles, not tears." —John Lennon

  • "Another year comes to a close, and another begins. May the coming year be one that will be filled with laughter of friends, love of family, and the life that you dream of." —Catherine Pulsifer

  • "We turn not older with years, but newer every day." —Emily Dickinson

  • "Every birthday is a gift. Every day is a gift." —Aretha Franklin

Emoji Birthday Wishes for a Best Friend

  • Happy birthday to my dancing queen! 💃

  • It takes two to tango. 👯 Happy birthday!

  • On this day a queen/king was born! 👑

  • What is it they say about aging like fine wine? 🍷

  • 🥳 🎂🎊 🎉🎁

  • You > ☀️ 💎

  • My bestie takes the 🎂!

  • Cheers to leveling up! 🍾🥂

  • Hope your birthday is as cool you are! 🧊😎

  • You’re on fire, baby! 🔥 Happy birthday!

  • My sweet little is another year older. 👼 🥺

  • Another year older 👵, another year wiser. 📚

  • Such a joy to celebrate you since day 1! 🍼 👼

  • 🎇 🎶 Baby, you're a firework. 🎶 🎇

  • Wishing you another year full of adventures! ✈️ 🤠

  • Happy Birthday, Grandma! 👵 😂

  • 🎶 Tonight, we are young! 🎶

  • And she said, let them eat cake! 🎂

  • Still green as 🌱🌿.

  • It’s my top 🐶 birthday today!

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