61 Best Father-Son Quotes That Perfectly Describe Their Bond
Tell Dad "Happy Father's Day" with a relatable quote about your relationship.
Guiding a young boy is no easy feat. When he throws his first tantrum or gets in his first car accident, you may question if you’re doing this whole "fathering" thing right. There are many books on parenting and endless advice about fatherhood online, but little prepares you for what it’s truly like to parent a son. Your experience with your own father can help guide you as you teach your son. So, on the days you miss your father the most or need some of his reassurance, you can look to these best father son quotes.
Not only will these quotes about fathers and sons inspire you and pull on your heart strings, but they also make great additions to Father’s Day cards and Father’s Day captions. These Father's Day messages are especially great for those who struggle to put their emotions into words.
Find a quote that matches your feelings toward your dad or son, and be sure to let him know. Though he may not be the most heartfelt man, he will surely appreciate the thought and sentiment behind these quotes. After all, no matter how old you get, he will always be your dad, and you will always be his son.
Sebastian R. Jones
“One of the greatest gifts you can give your teenage boy is the gift of letting him know you get it. You’ve been there.”
Chris Paul
“If my son is happy, then I am happy.”
Harry Chapin
"And he was talking 'fore I knew it, and as he grew, he'd say, 'I'm gonna be like you, dad. You know I'm gonna be like you.'"
Unknown
“A son is the clearest reflection of his father in the world.”
Steve Chapman
“Becoming a dad is one thing — being a dad is many things.”
Ken Norton
“Of all the titles I’ve been privileged to have, ‘Dad’ has always been the best.”
Unknown
“When you are young, you worry that you will turn into your father. When you grow up, you worry that you will not.”
T. Real
“Boys do not ache for their father’s masculinity. They ache for their fathers’ hearts.”
Frank Pittman
“Fathering is not something perfect men do, but something that perfects the man.”
Unknown
“My little boy yesterday, my friend today, my son forever.”
Unknown
“You’re not just my son. You are my reason for living, the love of my life, and the king of my heart. I love you, my dearest son!”
Terri Guillemets
“Every son quotes his father in words and in deeds.”
Dante Hall
“I would want my legacy to be that I was a great son, father, and friend.”
Clayton Lesser
“If you are going to help your son, you first need to show support and appreciation for the person he is so that you can build that person up.”
John Stamos
"It's more beautiful than I imagined. Everything is more colorful, more exciting. Music, you know, sounds better. [My son's] just a beautiful little boy."
George Eliot
"It's a father's duty to give his sons a fine chance."
Brad Pitt
"With sons and fathers, there's an inexplicable connection and imprint that your father leaves on you."
Martin Luther King, Jr.
"My strong determination for justice comes from the very strong, dynamic personality of my father...I have rarely ever met a person more fearless and courageous than my father."
Kent Nerburn
"Until you have a son of your own, you will never know the joy, the love beyond feeling that resonates in the heart of a father as he looks upon his son."
Chinese Proverb
"Giving your son a skill is better than giving him one thousand pieces of gold."
Elizabeth Berry (she/her) is the Updates Editor at the Good Housekeeping Institute where she optimizes lifestyle content across verticals. Prior to this role, she was an Editorial Assistant for Woman’s Day where she covered everything from gift guides to recipes. She also has experience fact checking commerce articles and holds a B.A. in English and Italian Studies from Connecticut College.
Kate Franke (she/her) is the editorial assistant at Woman’s Day. She loves all things lifestyle, home, and market related. Kate has a BAJMC in Magazine Media and BA in Writing from Drake University. She is a proud ASME alum whose work has appeared in Food Network Magazine, The Pioneer Woman Magazine, Better Homes & Gardens, Modern Farmhouse Style, Beautiful Kitchens & Baths, and more. Next to writing, Kate’s two favorite things are chai lattes and pumpkin bread!
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