Sweet Sixteen Quotes

15 quotes from 13 authors

Sweet sixteen marks a milestone of youthful celebration and growing independence. Fifteen quotes from thirteen different voices capture the joy, nostalgia, and anticipation that surround this special birthday. Those planning a party, writing a card, or simply reflecting on the age will discover heartfelt lines that resonate with the spirit of the day.

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“Sweet sixteen is when the claws come out.”

Hannah Capin

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Sweet sixteen today. She's looking like her momma a little more every day.

Bob Carlisle

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Sweet sixteen mighty fine in your blue jeans. Come to me, little miss loving.

Chicago (Band

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When I heard BB King's 'Sweet Sixteen,' I knew I wanted to play bass because that was the thing that made that…

Donald Dunn

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“If I ever offer to plan your wedding or sweet sixteen or something, do yourself a favor and run away screaming.”

Gwen Hayes

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We won the national championship in high school. We went to the Final Four my first year at Michigan, Sweet Sixteen my…

Jordan Poole

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Dance on, dance on, we see, we see Youth goes, alack, and with it glee, A boy the old man ne'er can…

Arthur Hugh Clough

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When I heard BB Kings Sweet Sixteen, I knew I wanted to play bass because that was the thing that made that…

Donald Dunn

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“Sweet sixteen," Hugh said, kissing her affectionately. "Happy birthday, little bear. Your future's all ahead of you." Ursula still harbored the feeling…

Kate Atkinson