Birthday wishes for 21st birthday.

60 Messages to Wish a Happy 21st Birthday

There are many moments in someone’s life that will be remembered. Those moments are milestones, important events that occur once in a lifetime. Those events could signal “coming of age” or major accomplishments. One of the important milestones that many remember is a 21st birthday. That’s a milestone worth remembering, another leap into adulthood. The age where you can legally drink and you’re officially an adult. Here are some amazing happy 21st birthday wishes for a moment that’s worth the celebration.

What makes a birthday celebration perfect? Celebrating with your closest friends and families. Do you know someone who is crossing that threshold? Are you searching for a kind gesture or a unique way to say “Happy Birthday”? Well, here are some unique ways to wish someone a happy 21 birthday.

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Sweet, Sentimental and Inspiring Happy 21st Birthday Quotes

  • You only turn 21 once! Seize this moment and relish in the experience. It’s worth every moment.
  • Happy birthday to my dearest friend. Congratulations on becoming 21 years old. Let the good times roll!
  • Here is a word of wisdom for your 21st birthday: Great freedom comes with plenty of responsibility. Have fun and live smart.
  • You are finally legal. Congrats on your 21st birthday! Enjoy your special celebration.
  • I remember the excitement I felt when turning 21. It’s a great age! Happy birthday to you.
  • We only get to celebrate your 21st birthday once. So let’s party up and have a night you won’t forget.
  • Congratulations! Now that you’re 21, you’re off “designated driver” duty. Have a few drinks and enjoy.
  • I hope your day is incredible. Spend it with friends and family because they will always be there for you…when you’re turning 21 and when you’re turning 51. Happy Birthday!
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Happy Birthday to you.
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Happy 21st Birthday!
  • You know I couldn’t miss your birthday, especially since it’s your 21st birthday. Wishing you all the best on your special day.
  • So happy to be graced with your presence for 21 lovely years. Enjoy your twenties! It’s a fabulous time!
  • You are too legit to quit! Happy 21st birthday! I hope you are old enough to hang all night with the big boys now.
  • Time flies when you’re young and having fun. Enjoy your twenties. Before you know it… you’ll be knocking on thirty. Happy 21st birthday to you, buddy!
  • I know it’s your 21st birthday but let’s not pretend this is really your first alcoholic beverage.
  • Wishing you 21 amazing blessings on your 21st birthday.
  • We’ve been buddies since our teenage years. I can’t believe you’re turning 21. Wishing you all the best!
  • Party like a superstar because you’re turning 21 years old today! Enjoy your special day.
  • Ready for the best birthday night of your life? Brace yourself because you’re in for a treat. Happy Birthday, from your friends!
  • The day you’ve been dreaming of is finally hear. The countdown is over!
  • You’re 21 and full of fun. Stay young forever! Have a nice birthday.
  • Take off that good girl mask. It’s time to get wild and crazy for your 21st birthday!
  • You are the gift that keeps on giving. 21 years of bliss is what you’ve given me. I hope this birthday wish is a special treat.
  • Smile because you’re still young and the future is yours to conquer.
  • Take risks and be brave. This is the time of your life to make the mistakes you’ll regret later. Have a fantastic 21st birthday.
  • It’s your birthday, it’s your birthday! Party like it’s your 21st birthday! Have fun.
  • You look as beautiful as ever on this wonderful occasion. I hope your 21st birthday brings you many amazing memories.
  • It’s okay to show your excitement. You’re 21 and that’s worth the excitement. Have a fun-filled birthday.
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Happy Birthday. Congratulations on becoming 21 years old. Let the good times roll!
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Congrats on your 21st Birthday. Have a few drinks and enjoy your special celebration.
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We only get to celebrate your 21st birthday once. So let’s party up and have a night you won’t forget. Happy 21st Birthday!
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Happy Bday! You’re 21 now.
  • The best memories are formed when your 21 years young! Happy birthday to you.
  • I’m proud of the person you’ve become. So responsible and wise beyond your years. I hope your 21st birthday inspires you to make the most out of life.
  • Look how far you’ve made it! You are another year older and another year wiser. Happy 21st birthday.
  • May you receive many sweet surprises on your 21st birthday!
  • This is the 21st anniversary of the day you got evicted from your mother’s uterus. Congrats and happy 21st birthday!
  • Make sure you dream big and accomplish your goals. In all of your success, remember that the simplest things lead to the happiest life. Love always, happy 21st birthday.
  • There’s nothing in the world that could come between me and your 21st birthday celebration. I had to be here to support you in this wonderful moment. Happy birthday, my friend.
  • Time is not on our side. No time for second thoughts. Let’s throw caution to the wind and live like there’s no tomorrow. You’re 21 now. Let’s celebrate!
  • It’s a happy occasion. Happy 21st birthday to you. I hope your birthday is as amazing as you are.
  • You have too many blessing to count on your 21st birthday. Appreciate even the small things. Happy birthday.

Funny and Cute 21st Birthday Wishes

  • I made a sign for your car. “Caution! Just made 21. Proceed with care!”
  • Someone pinch me. I can’t believe you’re turning 21! Congratulations.
  • You may be 21 but pretty soon you’ll be pushing 30. Let’s go out and party before all your good looks flee.
  • I know it’s your 21st birthday but there’s enough alcohol to go around. Slow down and take it easy. No need to get sloppy drunk. Happy birthday.
  • Happy 21st birthday! I only came to see if you can hold your liquor.
  • Congrats, friend! You beat me in the race to become legal! Now I must watch you sip champagne while I bask in my envy.
  • Throw away your fake ID card. You’re actually 21 now! Have fun on your birthday!
  • The next best thing after an 18th birthday is a 21st birthday. Congratulations to you!
  • Shout it from the roof tops. You’re 21 and you’re proud of it! Happy Birthday!
  • All good things come to an end. You only have 364 more days to enjoy being 21. Enjoy it while it lasts!
One day you're 21, then you wake up, aaand it's GONE!
One day you’re 21, then you wake up, aaand it’s GONE!

Happy 21st Birthday Quotes for your Daughter

  • The most precious jewels you’ll have around your neck are the arms of your daughter. Altaf Ul Qadri
  • Every moment I have had with my daughter is precious. Cathy Shaffer
  • From a little girl so very small, how and when did you get so tall? Karen Mortensen
  • Never grow a wishbone, daughter, where your backbone ought to be. Clementine Paddleford
  • Fly free, my daughter. Be what I could never be and leave the cage forever. Nalini Singh
  • Life is tough, my darling, but so are you. Stephanie Bennet Henry
  • Every time my daughter smiles or calls me daddy, those are the sweetest sounds of my life. It is heavenly joy. Debasish Mridha
  • It is a father’s job to love his daughter in the way she needs to be loved. Karin Slaughter
  • To an old father, nothing is more sweet than a daughter. Euripides
  • When I come home, my daughter will run to the door and give me a big hug, and everything that’s happened that day just melts away. Hugh Jackman
Daughter quote for inspiration.
Every moment I have had with my daughter is precious. Cathy Shaffer
Father daughter quote for inspiration.
Life is tough, my darling, but so are you. Stephanie Bennet Henry
Father daughter quote for inspiration.
It is a father’s job to love his daughter in the way she needs to be loved. Karin Slaughter

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Happy 21st Birthday!
Finally 21, and legally able to to everything I have been doing since 15.
Finally 21, and legally able to to everything I have been doing since 15.
Happy 21st Birthday. Time to drink champagne and dance on the table!
Happy 21st Birthday. Time to drink champagne and dance on the table!
My 21st century, 21st birthday woman. 21st birthday wishes.
My 21st century, 21st birthday woman. Happy 21st birthday!

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Yiannis Kalliantas

Yiannis Kalliantas (He/Him) has worked for more than 15 years in the hotel industry, organizing all kinds of social events like birthday parties and wedding receptions.

He has been one of the top contributors on Birthday Wishes Expert since the launching of the site. Yiannis has curated hundreds of articles and he is committed to the mission of our site to helping people from all around the world find the right birthday wish on every occasion.

He has an MBA in Tourism, and is an avid city photographer. His recent work on street photography in Athens, Greece can be found on his website IWalkAthens.com.

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