Repeat after us: Pickup lines are sexy! No, seriously—you might think they’re cheesy, forward, and maybe even a little cringe, and we don’t necessarily disagree with you. But they’re only ever those things when they’re delivered poorly. If you can nail a smooth approach, your pickup line has a much better chance of proving effective than sending another dating app match the usual, “hey, how was your day today?” message.

So what does delivering a pickup line poorly look like, you ask? Not reading the room, for one. Try not to approach anyone who clearly looks like they’re on a date or engaged in conversation. And consider saving dirty pickup lines for long-term partners or lovers who know your humor and consent to sexual energy. The same goes for dating apps—a horny pickup line might not be the most effective opening line (but it can be great for sexting with someone who’s aligned with that vibe).

On the other hand, a successful pickup line delivery can be flirty, fun, and set the tone for whatever your dating goals might be with the person on the receiving end. If you’re looking to make them laugh, send them something cheesy, or a funny pickup line that you know matches their energy. If you want to get to know them better, send them something that’ll prompt a conversation. If you’re thinking about your partner and you know they want you bad (and the feeling is mutual), send them something sexy that will get them revved up to see you. And honestly, if you’re on a dating app and you value a sense of humor in a match, a cute pickup line can be a strong conversation starter—just stick to something PG.

Because we know it’s not always easy to simply pluck a pickup line out of your brain the moment you need one, we put together this master list of 125 best pickup lines, so you can copy and paste to your heart’s desire or approach that cutie you’ve been eyeing with your head held high. Look at you, flirty queen!

Best Pickup Lines

  1. No paint in sight and you're still drawing my attention.
  2. How am I supposed to plan our wedding without your number?
  3. Hi, my name is [X], but you can call me tomorrow.
  4. When I text you "good morning" tomorrow, what number should I text?
  5. They say dating is a numbers game, so can I get yours?
  6. Aside from being this good looking, what else do you do in your spare time?
  7. Is there a waitlist or can I RSVP to your future right now?
  8. Hold on, I’m asking Chat GPT to write our love story, BRB.
  9. I’m going to have to ask you to leave, because you’re making everyone in here look bad.
  10. I saw you looking at me, wondering if you should ask me out, so I thought I’d come over here and make it easy for you.
  11. They say the prettiest people are lonely, so you must be in dire need of some conversation.
  12. Let me guess three things about you: You’re really funny, really cute, and really in need of a date Friday night?
  13. I’m sure whoever let you go regrets it, do you agree?
  14. You look like someone who’s in desperate need of my phone number.
  15. I bet you’re a good cook, hot people usually are.
  16. I guarantee you, I’m not flirting with you. I’m just being extra nice to someone who’s extra attractive.
  17. I tried to send you something flirty, but I couldn't fit in the text box.
  18. Can you send me a selfie? I just want to show my friends what my future partner looks like.
  19. Do you have a name you want me to save you as in my phone or should I just put “mine”?
  20. I thought this was a dating app, but it must be a museum because you are a work of art.
  21. I think I saw you on Spotify, you were listed as the hottest single.
  22. I'm pretty good at algebra...I can replace your X and you wouldn't need to figure out Y.

Funny Pickup Lines

  1. I hope you know CPR, because you just took my breath away.
  2. Hi, I’m Mrs. Right. Someone said you were looking for me?
  3. Do you prefer app(etizers) or staying on this app forever?
  4. I’ve been meaning to date a [*insert their name here*], it must be fate!
  5. Maybe we should take a workout class together so you won’t keep running through my mind.
  6. I have this annoying trait where everyone I chat with falls in love with me, did it work?
  7. I have psychic powers and I’m being pushed to ask you out.
  8. I know the best spot in town for first dates, want to see it?
  9. I’m new in town. Can you give me directions to where your date is tonight?
  10. Let’s play a game! If I win, you take me out. If you win, I take you out. 🏆
  11. Well, I texted you. What are your other two wishes? 🧞
  12. I’d like to take you to the movies, but they don’t let you bring in your own snacks. 🍿
  13. Can I save you in my phone as “future loml”?
  14. Is it just the WiFi, or am I totally feeling a connection?
  15. Is your name Google? Because you’re everything I’ve been searching for.
  16. Are you Siri? Because you autocomplete me.
  17. Are you a keyboard? Because you’re just my type.
  18. If you and I were socks, we’d make a great pair.
  19. Are you an artist? Because you’re really good at drawing me in.
  20. Are you a camera? Because every time I look at you, I smile.
  21. Tonight, this Han doesn’t want to fly Solo.
  22. You could make Fetch happen!
  23. If you were a chicken, you’d be impeccable!
  24. I want our love to be like Pi: irrational and endless.

Cute Pickup Lines

  1. Sorry, I'm lost. Could you give me directions to your heart?
  2. If you were a triangle, you'd be acute one.
  3. Was your dad a boxer? Because you're a knockout.
  4. Kiss me if I’m wrong, but dinosaurs still exist, right?
  5. If I could rearrange the alphabet, I’d put U and I together.
  6. On a scale from 1-10, you’re a perfect 20.
  7. I don’t usually do this, but can I have your number? I refuse to miss a shot with you.
  8. Are you single? Because I need a plus one to literally everything for the rest of my life.
  9. They say nothing lasts forever, so will you be my nothing?
  10. Online dating is hard, let’s make it easier by getting off the apps and on a date?
  11. I need an apple-picking buddy, can I ~fall~ on you for that?
  12. I’m not an electrician, but I can light up your day.
  13. I can see us as the next big power couple.
  14. I can’t see the ending, but I know the story of us would be fun.
  15. I couldn’t help but notice your smile is brighter than anyone else’s here.
  16. Would you rather kiss me, hold my hand, or take me on a date?
  17. Do you want to discuss if aliens are real over drinks with me?
  18. I have a feeling we should go out tonight, and my feelings are never wrong.
  19. Coffee, tea, or me?
  20. My friends and I saw you and wondered if you were into the idea of a first date as much as I am?
  21. Here, can you hold this crystal? I’m trying to see if I was right about you having good energy.
  22. Are you a cookie? Because I’m usually only attracted to things that are sweet.
  23. So aside from taking my breath away, what do you do for a living?

Cheesy Pickup Lines

  1. You must be a dog, because you look fetching.
  2. Hey, what's your name and why is it My Future Wife?
  3. Are you lightening? Because you're McQueen.
  4. Do you want to be Minecraft without the craft?
  5. Are you a keyboard? Because you look like my type.
  6. I tripped while looking for you, so I guess you owe me a new pair of sneakers.
  7. Are you a fruit? Because I think we’d make a great pear.
  8. I know your name is [*insert their name here*], but can I call you mine?
  9. Something must be wrong with my eyes, because I can’t take them off you

  10. Are you religious? Because you’re the answer to all my prayers.
  11. Have the leaves changed? Because I’m definitely falling for you.
  12. Mind if I tie your shoes? I’d hate to see you fall for someone else.
  13. Do you believe in love at first sight, or should I walk by again?
  14. I’m not a photographer, but I can definitely picture us together.
  15. Are you into tricks or treats? Because I can do both.
  16. Are you an astronaut? Because to me, you’re out of this world.
  17. Are you a magician? Because when I look at you, everyone else just disappears.
  18. Are you a candle? Because around you, I feel lit.
  19. You must not like pumpkin spice because you seem anything but basic.
  20. Can you see us together as well as I can, or do you need glasses?
  21. If you’re here, who’s running heaven? 😇
  22. On a scale of 1 to America, how free are you tonight?
  23. Send me a selfie so I can show Santa what I want for Christmas. đŸŽ…đŸ»
  24. Are you Mariah Carey? Because all I want for Christmas is you.
  25. If you were a fruit, you’d be a fine-apple.🍍
  26. Do you believe in love at first swipe, or should I match with you again?
  27. I’m researching important dates in history. Do you want to be mine?
  28. I believe in following my dreams. Can I have your Instagram?
  29. If you were words on a page, you’d be *fine* print.
  30. Are you a loan, because you certainly have my interest.

Sexy Pickup Lines

  1. How do you like your coffee in the morning? Asking for tomorrow.
  2. I know you’re busy, but please add me to your list of things to do.
  3. If I told you you had a great body, would you hold it against me?
  4. Do you want to dance, or should we just get extra close at my place later?
  5. You seem hot, but I think we should kiss to make sure.
  6. I’m cold and you’re hot, wanna warm me up?
  7. I’d give up my morning cereal to spoon you instead.
  8. If being sexy was a crime, you’d be guilty as charged.
  9. I like my coffee sweet, but tomorrow morning I can make yours however you’d like.
  10. I think we should take this back to my place so you can see where you’ll be staying for the next few months.
  11. I’m from the north but you seem like you’d do well down south.
  12. How do you like your eggs? I’m taking notes for tomorrow morning.
  13. Are you a parking ticket? Because you’ve got “fine” written all over you.
  14. Aside from being hot, what else do you do for a living?
  15. Do you want to make out? Oh sorry, I mean work out, with me tomorrow night?
  16. You look like a tall drink of water, and I’m parched.
  17. Is your body a map? Because I love to travel.
  18. Greetings and salivations.
  19. So I already got your number, what’s next? 😉
  20. Want to help me get on Santa’s naughty list this year?
  21. Your lips look lonely. How about I introduce them to mine?
  22. Never change, okay? Just get naked.
  23. What are you doing tonight, besides me?
  24. Feeling down? Well, I can feel you up.
  25. What time do you get off? Mind if I watch?
  26. Our lipsticks would look cute all over each other.