30 of the Best Happy Birthday Quotes for a Friend

Who doesn't enjoy a birthday celebration for a friend? Along with getting to eat cake, you get to show your special someone a ton of love and affection. Win-win. Of course, it's your responsibility as the friend to post an Instagram tribute where you both look nice and think of the ideal caption to honor their big day. 

If you're at a loss for words, we've compiled a list of special buddy birthday quotes and caption suggestions to get you going. These all also function as birthday wishes to write in their card if you don't particularly like posting on social media. Say how much your friend means to you. These birthday wishes will no doubt be appreciated by them!

- Nicole Richie

- Thomas Bailey Aldrich

Your best friend will love these birthday greetings, which range from amusing ones about growing old together to sentimental ones that express how much they mean to you. 

Of course, you'll want to get your closest friend a gift as well to help them celebrate their special day. Even if you are unable to be present in person to celebrate their special day, we have plenty of gift suggestions that will make them happy-cry or exclaim 'i love you'.

– Byron Pulsifer

Why do we struggle to express our affection for our dearest friends on their birthdays when we tell them all the time? Perhaps the stress of the special day or the act of putting our sentiments in writing is to blame. 

You might also need some assistance when it comes to writing a birthday card because you're too busy organizing their birthday party or coming up with a terrific present idea. 

Whatever the problem, if you're stuck, we have some succinct birthday wishes for friends to help relieve your stress.

We get the opportunity to adore our loved ones and friends and take some time to consider the value they add once a year. 

We hope you found a good a birthday message here that will perfectly express your special relationship, whether you're adding a sentimental card to their gift, looking for an Instagram comment to go with the hilarious friend joke you're sharing in their honor, or just need something to text them.

See you on the next post!