Fathers are known for their sense of humor, which is usually so bad that you can’t help but roll your eyes while laughing at the same time. These text messages are proof that anything can happen when the person in charge of texts is your father. You might end up laughing, crying, cringing, or just plain old smiling, but you’ll never walk away bored. Here are some of the best dad texts that people have uploaded to share with the world!
Approved by Dad
Most parents wouldn’t love their children talking back to their teachers, but sometimes the responses are so amazing that they’re forced to salute their kids for their wit.
This dad was obviously quite proud of his child for this witty reply, even ensuring that his child knew that there wouldn’t be a punishment. We wouldn’t even be surprised if the only topic at the dinner table that night was this very incident!
Moth Attack
Most people have a love/hate relationship with insects, but they learn to deal with them as they grow up. However, as soon as they step back into their parents’ house, all they want is for their dads to protect them.
This one’s bath time might have been interrupted by a moth, but the person to have the last laugh was their dad. After all, this moth might go away, but this dad’s sense of humor never will!
A Lesson on Slang
Parents are forever trying to keep up with the new slang that kids come up with. This dad was hit with a question far out of his league, but he proved that he’s the ultimate dad for a reason.
Move over, LMAO, and LOL, it’s the season for some new slang to make its way into the new age lingo! This dad not only won the Cool Dad award but also schooled his child. Now we know this kid will never question their dad again.
Revenge
This child decided that typing S is too mainstream and has gone with $ to add some spice to his texts. His father has seen his hand and raised the stakes, turning his text messages into art.
His use of capitalization in his texts may just be a way of being fun, or he could be trying to send a message by capitalizing ‘NO.’ Since the child hasn’t really asked for anything, maybe he’s getting some NOs in the bank for future use.
Un-Favorited
If you have siblings, your childhood was probably mostly a competition of who’s the favorite. Maybe your dad likes somebody he loves going on hikes with, or maybe there’s one kid your mom loves to dish with; there may be some sort of favoritism there.
This dad, however, has decided that playing favorites isn’t his cup of tea and decided to dislike all his kids equally. From the way the child is handling this interaction, we can safely assume that it’s a middle child. Therefore, the expectations are already super low!
No Party
This child might be every parent’s dream teen but, for this dad, he turned out to be just a big old buzzkill. When his father asked him about all the things he’d indulge in at the party, the child replied with a resounding ‘no’ to everything.
For the dad’s inner wild teen – who probably raised the roof at multiple parties – this was just unacceptable. This is an example of a great balanced relationship; sometimes you gotta stop your kids from doing things, but sometimes you gotta give them a push instead.
A Little Too Personal
This dad has decided that just a small joke here and there isn’t doing it for him, so he’s hiked up his levels and truly gone for the kill.
The child was already rolling his eyes with the gas prices comment, but the one about his mother truly sent him over the edge. The dad, though, might just be rejoicing at home with the reply. If the son is ready to move out with this joke, he might be getting a lot more of these in the future.
Birthday Presents
Getting the perfect present can be a little tricky, so this dad decided to take the direct route and ask his son outright what he wants. The response? Something that his parents can’t possibly buy!
However, because this dad can’t help himself, he proposes a dragon might be a much more realistic and better option. This son at least knows that anything less than a dragon is an acceptable option, so maybe he can ask for a crazy expensive gadget, and he might just get it!
Out in the Open
This child got to know the biggest secret of the paternal universe – sometimes, your parents dislike you as much as you dislike them. It’s not easy being a parent, and children truly know how to test their parents’ patience.
This dad wasn’t even upset about texting his child; in fact, he seemed quite proud of it. The two siblings are probably going to be having a long discussion about their own behavior after this message mix-up.
That’s True
This teen pulled all the stops to ensure that they could throw a party at their house. They ensured that they had an empty house, so they texted their dad to ask for his permission. And in case he said no, they even programmed ‘No’ to a ‘Yes’ in his phone.
However, for this dad, a simple ‘no’ wouldn’t cut it! This is probably one of the worst ways your parents could give you permission – a ‘yes’ with a side of diss.
The Nerd
This father is the perfect combination of being a nerd and being cool. He knew what he was doing when he named his son Luke, and now he can play into his love of Star Wars throughout his life.
The son might be frustrated, but Darth Vader isn’t ready to let up. Especially if he’s using his hacking skills just to push an agenda. We know this is one joke that Luke will have to bear for his whole life!
Forgotten Recycling
This dad might not have gotten the memo about how you should always factory reset a phone before passing it on to the next person – especially if they have some NSFW content.
Imagine being this child and coming across photos you’d rather never see on your dad’s old phone. Dinner is probably going to be an awkward affair at that house, but for whom it’ll be most awkward is a question that’s yet to be answered.
Location Check
No matter how old your kids get, you always feel better knowing where they are just so you’re assured about their safety. However, this young one seems quite over it and is ready to cook up stories for their dad.
Thankfully, the dad knows there’s no truth to the tale and is ready to take the joke in stride. At least the child is replying promptly, so the father knows they’re safe and alive – wherever they are.
Mom’s the Funny One
We know that dads have this reputation for being the ones who are always making jokes, but sometimes even moms know how to get a little weird with their sense of humor.
This mom’s idea of havoc was quite drastic but, thankfully, the dad got the phone back quickly. We must say it was a great attempt from this mom, but maybe she should hold on tighter to the phone next time, in order to let the whole thing play out.
Shopping for Sure
We all know that mom is the best when it comes to shopping. Sometimes, you don’t even have to say anything for her to know what you need. Dads, however, do try but don’t quite do it with the same efficiency.
For this boy, his father’s shopping attempts started off quite well but weren’t heading in the best direction for long. We’re pretty sure this kid now knows that the only way to get through to his dad is to be clear and concise in his instructions.
All Booked
Who doesn’t love a good pun? Turns out, the answer is Dylan! He might not hate these little jokes, but it’s obvious he isn’t a huge fan anymore.
However, he knows that when he’s talking to his dad, he should be prepared for anything. Even though he’s actively trying to avoid it, his father has already locked and loaded his pun. Well, at least these conversations are never boring!
Bait and Switch
This one knows the trick to deliver bad news in the best way – just hide it under a layer of even worse news and, boom, your bad news won’t sound so bad.
In this case, we’re pretty sure the son is going to hear some pretty intense words from his father – not only about his grades but also about protection.
Dad Joke of the Year
Dads have had a pretty standard reputation over the course of years for jokes that are simultaneously the best and the worst you’ll ever hear. This dad didn’t disappoint with his humor.
Sure, maybe this child didn’t appreciate the humor, but we think that the joke was a perfect one. It was funny, it was creative, and it even had a secondary punch line! What more do you need?!
Unbearable Damage
This child probably had their worst nightmare come true when their phone autocorrected the word kayak into something just a little more graphic. Yes, they did want to wish their dad a happy Father’s Day, but it definitely wasn’t planned with a side of scandal.
Thankfully, this dad’s sense of humor was good enough to play along with the joke. Not only that, he only further traumatized the poor kid! Let’s hope this child recovers from this ordeal soon.
Protected
Parents love their kids, but they love to roast them even more. After all, it’s their right as a parent to poke some fun at the same offspring who they dedicate so much of their life to.
This dad couldn’t bear to let this opportunity pass and made full use of it to crack a joke at his son’s expense. This exchange reads more like it was between siblings than parents, so it’s safe to say that the father has cultivated quite a good relationship with his son.
Automated Meetings
This dad didn’t know the right way to use automated replies, even though he seemed to love doing so. When his kid called him, he repeatedly replied that he was in a meeting, so he couldn’t pick up. The funny part? He wasn’t even in one to begin with!
Hopefully, the child will come home and teach the dad the correct way to use automated replies. Otherwise, it’ll be a continuous game of guessing what the dad is up to.
Right Priorities
This dad knows what he loves the most, and the answer isn’t mom or his daughter – it’s donuts! When the daughter texted repeatedly, announcing family tragedies to get his attention, she was met with silence. But with one word about donuts, his ears and stomach were right there with a reply!
The only catch now is that donuts must be in the house when he comes back home, or there will truly be one tragedy that will come true – a hungry and disappointed dad.
A Magical Joke
This is another instance of a dad joke that the child is probably tired of. He probably heard it somewhere and decided to try it out on his child, and we have to say it’s pretty funny.
Sadly, this Harry Potter joke is not the newest one to hit the market, but it’s still quite good. Hopefully, he’ll be a little more original and funnier next time, and he’ll be able to redeem himself.
The Biggest Smile
It can be hard for parents to keep up with all the new lingo that their kids indulge in. Sometimes they’re acronyms, sometimes, they’re signs. This dad seems to be on the top of his game, though, and Ashley is going to pay the price for this.
It was a sad day for Dan and Ashley when this dad decided to become well-versed in internet slang. At least he’s funny about it – although Ashley probably doesn’t think so.
Mistaken Identity
For most people, autocorrect can lead to a simple mistake. But for this daughter, it led to her coming out of the closet – or not.
Thankfully, her dad sounded quite enthusiastic about this blunder. So, if it ever plays into her plans down the road and she really needs to come out, she knows her family will be happy for her, and her girlfriend will always be welcome at all the meals.
A Bonding Moment
This daughter had a typo that could’ve probably resulted in her getting grounded for life. However, it turns out that her dad’s idea of a fun time is something else.
When she misspelled the word ‘week,’ her dad was all for it. It definitely turned out to be a great bonding moment for the dad-daughter duo, as they’re now in cohorts. Now, all that’s left to do is keep the conversation from the mom, who definitely wouldn’t be happy with her husband’s handling of the situation.
Overusing OMG
We all have those words that we love to use over and over until we annoy everybody else. This dad loved writing ‘OMG,’ and we can see that his kid is truly frustrated beyond measure.
Thankfully, there’s one tool in every child’s toolbox that can always make dads fall in line, and it’s undoubtedly the mom card. At least he got to use OMG one last time, and in the correct context, too!
Not Your Day
This dad is either great at covering up his tracks or he just doesn’t care that he gave his son high hopes just to dash them down.
Parents might not be up to date on the latest tech, but they know their kids are. Sadly for this son, his sister is the one who will be reaping the benefits of his knowledge. Either that or the dad is a secret mastermind at getting the information he needs without showing all his cards.
Unreleased Movie
This dad joke will either enter the Hall of Fame of jokes or it will go down as the worst joke ever! Depending on the sense of humor, it can come off as pretty funny or just downright gross.
This dad obviously doesn’t care about being decent when it comes to his jokes. At least it’s an original, so he gets some points there. We can’t be sure that the kid is going to be texting their dad again anytime soon, though.
Emoji Overuse
Everybody loves emojis – they add some spice and sweetness to normal texts. But every emoji has a place, which is a memo this dad hasn’t gotten yet.
He loves his horse emoji so much that he’s ready to use it with every sentence. Whether he’s telling his child that he loves him or just letting him know his trips might not be confirmed, he knows that his horse does all the talking. We know which emoji his child is removing from his phone!
Fillet Time
Nothing hits the spot like a post-midnight meal when you don’t have to actually eat something, but you do it anyway. This dad loves his midnight snacks – even if he likes to disguise them as dinner.
At least the child and dad will now have a great meal in the kitchen, even though it’s 1:15 a.m. And if anybody was still unsure about what was on the menu, it was a lightly fried fish fillet.
Adding to English
Somebody call the writers of the Oxford Dictionary right now because this dad has just solved the crisis of what to call selfies with pets! The answer, of course, is ‘pelfie!’
Since all of us love posting photos with pets, this is a word that could truly take off in the mainstream internet world. The world should thank this man for this word. So, the next time you’re hanging out with your dog, don’t forget to take a ‘pelfie’ for Instagram!
Over-Sharing Information
Some things are best kept to yourself and shouldn’t reach the ears of your children. But this dad, of course, doesn’t believe in this concept and seems to be quite free with his information – even when it comes to his child.
The son himself might not be on board with this idea and would probably appreciate some boundaries between them. However, when he expressed his displeasure to his father, the dad only ended up roasting him some more.
Turkey Dinner
This child’s entire concentration when he decided to attend a Thanksgiving dinner at his parents’ house was on the turkey, but the dad wasn’t having any of it.
Not only did he evade the question, but he also managed to make a great dad joke in the meantime. This just goes to show that you shouldn’t mess with your dad and that going home for the holidays should happen regardless of how the turkey smells.
The Wrong Kid
Having multiple kids can be a blessing, as you always have a full house. But it can also be hard to keep track of where everybody is, especially during their school years. This dad was on pickup duty for one kid, but accidentally ended up texting the other one!
At least he only texted the wrong one accidentally and didn’t reach their school for pick-up service. If he had, it would’ve been a race against time to get to his original destination.
Texting the Wrong Number
We’ve all texted the wrong numbers at one time or another, but hardly any of us have been as embarrassed as this family is going to be at dinner.
This dad’s anniversary wishes probably won’t come true as his wife is going to be red in the face when she learns what happened. His cover-up attempt was also one of the worst we’ve ever seen, so kudos to him for botching it up all around.
Tricks or Treats
This dad knew the code to crack teenagers – pretend to be a cool dad and then bust their chops when they tell you all their secrets. But why was it so easy for him to get his son to believe him so quickly?
If we were ever in his place, we’d know that this could only be a trap. At least he’s learned his lesson and knows that, in the future, he shouldn’t trust a text from his dad that seems too good to be true.
Non- Parental Influence
There are two types of kids that parents end up dealing with – one who parties too much and one who studies too much. Usually, they’re so busy keeping the first one in line that they forget that the second one needs to take a break.
Thankfully, this dad knows that all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy, and he’s pushing his child out of his comfort zone. His reasoning might not be the best, but at least his intentions are good.
Motivation or Not?
Nobody can motivate you like your parents, even if that motivation comes in the most roundabout way you can imagine. This kid was quite nervous about his upcoming speech, and his dad knew just the way to motivate him.
Now, at least, he knows that there’s always laughter to be found – even in the most tense situations, and he can maybe go on stage with a lighter heart.
Love in Emojis
We’ve already established that emojis are sweet, spicy, and everything nice. Well, this dad knows just how to use them to express his love for his child.
We love a man who tells his kids he loves them, but we adore it even more when he does it with a twist. Can we just say this is one of the cutest messages we’ve ever seen, and it’s one this child is definitely going to cherish forever?
Gender Reveal, or Gender Change?
This dad might not be on social media too much, or just not on Casey’s social media, because he either missed the memo that Casey’s pregnant or doesn’t know how gender reveals work.
Either way, it’s definitely a joke that’s going to be the highlight of Casey’s gender reveal party. At least now this dad knows the rage that gender reveal parties are, so he definitely won’t be making the same mistake again.
Watches From Trees
Money might not grow on trees, but this dad’s watch definitely does! After all, Apple basically writes all the fruit jokes by itself, but hardly anyone would cash in on them as this dad does.
You don’t always need to spend the big bucks to stay trendy and keep up with technology. Sometimes, all you need is some wit, a sense of humor, and, of course, an apple. We know what this son won’t be asking for on his next birthday – anything from Apple!
Late O’Clock
This dad is definitely frustrated with his child, who seems to have made it a habit to be late all the time. That’s why this no-patience dad has told his kid to just run a little faster.
It might be a little too on the nose, but we love a person whose general tone of conversation is humor. Dads have many sides; some are serious, some are strict, some are just simply adorable, and others are downright hilarious. Regardless, they all hold a very dear place in their kids’ hearts.
Shopping for One
When anybody in the family goes to the store, it’s common courtesy to ask if anybody wants anything. However, this son’s request was met with a burn so sick that he probably wouldn’t be asking his dad for anything anytime soon.
The only way to save face at this point is for him to send his father a photo of his date tonight with an actual girl. But we doubt the dad will ever stop delivering the zingers he seems to be so good at.
Blurred Boundaries
This dad definitely decided to make his special night even more special by being forthright and direct with his son and banning him from the house for the night. His son definitely didn’t ask for this information but was bombarded with it anyway.
He was so sure his dad couldn’t be saying this for real that he even gave him an out, but the dad had his mind set and was pretty adamant that the last person to come in between him and his wife would be their offspring.