25 Best Responses to “I’ve Been Thinking About You”

When someone drops the “I’ve been thinking about you” line, it can catch you off guard, make you smile, or even leave you wondering how to respond. 

Whether you want to play it cool, be a little flirty, or just have some fun, having the right response up your sleeve can make the moment even more memorable.

 Here’s a list of the 25 best responses you can use, complete with examples to help you nail the perfect reply.

Top List Of Best Responses to “I’ve Been Thinking About You”

1. “Oh really? What kind of thoughts?”
2. “That’s funny, I’ve been trying to stop!”
3. “You have? I hope it was all good!”
4. “Can’t say I’m surprised!”
5. “Aww, that’s sweet of you.”
6. “Did those thoughts lead anywhere interesting?”
7. “I hope I wasn’t causing any trouble!”
8. “I’m flattered! What brought me to mind?”
9. “Great minds think alike!”
10. “Just now? I’ve been thinking about you all day!”
11. “I must have left quite an impression!”
12. “Careful, those thoughts can be dangerous!”
13. “Was I doing something cool in those thoughts?”
14. “I’ve been thinking about you too.”
15. “Well, I’m right here! No need to just think.”
16. “I hope it was all good thoughts!”
17. “You’ve been on my mind too.”
18. “Oh yeah? What were you thinking?”
19. “I bet it was something awesome!”
20. “You just made my day!”
21. “Is that a good thing or a bad thing?”
22. “Well, here I am!”
23. “You must have great taste!”
24. “Thinking about me, huh? I’m flattered!”
25. “I’ve been thinking about you too, but didn’t want to seem too eager.”

1. “Oh really? What kind of thoughts?”

This response adds a touch of intrigue, encouraging them to reveal more. It shows you’re interested without giving too much away.

Examples:

• “Oh really? What kind of thoughts? Anything I should be worried about?”
• “What kind of thoughts? The good, the bad, or the embarrassing?”
• “Really? Should I be flattered or scared?”

2. “That’s funny, I’ve been trying to stop!”

A playful way to turn the tables, this response adds humor while keeping things lighthearted.

Examples:

• “That’s funny, I’ve been trying to stop thinking about you!”
• “I’ve been trying to focus, but you keep popping into my mind too!”
• “I guess we’re both bad at this game of ignoring each other.”

3. “You have? I hope it was all good!”

This response lets them know you care about what they think, while also leaving room for a flirty vibe.

Examples:

• “I hope it was all good! No nightmares, right?”
• “I’ve been thinking about you too, but only the good stuff.”
• “All good, I hope? My reputation depends on it!”

4. “Can’t say I’m surprised!”

Show confidence with this response. It’s a fun way to let them know you’re aware of your charm.

Examples:

• “Can’t say I’m surprised! I do have that effect on people.”
• “Not surprised at all! I’ve been thinking about me too!”
• “Well, I guess I’ve been on your mind rent-free!”

5. “Aww, that’s sweet of you.”

A simple and genuine response, perfect for when you want to acknowledge their sentiment sincerely.

Examples:

• “Aww, that’s sweet of you. Made my day!”
• “That’s so sweet. I’ve been thinking about you too.”
• “Thanks, that’s really sweet. You’re on my mind too.”

6. “Did those thoughts lead anywhere interesting?”

This playful response invites them to share more while keeping the conversation engaging.

Examples:

• “Did those thoughts lead anywhere interesting? Or just daydreaming?”
• “So, where did those thoughts take you? Hopefully, somewhere fun!”
• “Any exciting conclusions from those thoughts?”

7. “I hope I wasn’t causing any trouble!”

Another lighthearted reply that mixes humor with a bit of concern, keeping things casual.

Examples:

• “I hope I wasn’t causing any trouble in those thoughts!”
• “Trouble? I’m good at that, you know.”
• “Was I getting you into mischief, or just being my charming self?”

8. “I’m flattered! What brought me to mind?”

This response shows genuine interest and appreciation, keeping the conversation flowing.

Examples:

• “What brought me to mind? I’m flattered!”
• “I’m curious, what made you think of me today?”
• “That’s flattering! What reminded you of me?”

9. “Great minds think alike!”

A classic response that highlights a connection between you both, adding a sense of camaraderie.

Examples:

• “Great minds think alike! I’ve been thinking about you too.”
• “Guess we’re on the same wavelength!”
• “We must have a telepathic connection!”

10. “Just now? I’ve been thinking about you all day!”

This response turns the sentiment up a notch, making it more playful and flirty.

Examples:

• “Just now? I’ve been thinking about you all day!”
• “Took you long enough! I’ve been thinking about you since morning.”
• “Guess I beat you to it! You’ve been on my mind all day.”

11. “I must have left quite an impression!”

Show a bit of confidence and humor with this response, hinting at your charm.

Examples:

• “I must have left quite an impression! Good to know.”
• “Guess I’m not easy to forget!”
• “That’s what happens when I’m around, unforgettable!”

12. “Careful, those thoughts can be dangerous!”

A cheeky response that adds a little humor while keeping the conversation light.

Examples:

• “Careful, those thoughts can be dangerous! Proceed with caution.”
• “Thinking about me? That’s a slippery slope!”
• “Watch out, I can be addictive.”

13. “Was I doing something cool in those thoughts?”

This response lets you steer the conversation towards fun and lightheartedness.

Examples:

• “Was I doing something cool in those thoughts? Skydiving, maybe?”
• “Hopefully, I was saving the world or something.”
• “I bet I was doing something awesome, right?”

14. “I’ve been thinking about you too.”

Sometimes the best response is the simplest. This one shows mutual interest and keeps things straightforward.

Examples:

• “I’ve been thinking about you too. Great minds, right?”
• “Funny, I’ve been thinking about you a lot lately.”
• “I guess we’re both on the same page.”

15. “Well, I’m right here! No need to just think.”

A playful response that invites them to take action instead of just thinking.

Examples:

• “Well, I’m right here! No need to just think.”
• “Why just think when we can chat?”
• “Thinking about me? Let’s do something about it!”

16. “I hope it was all good thoughts!”

A casual and friendly response that checks in on their intentions without being too serious.

Examples:

• “I hope it was all good thoughts! No bad vibes, I hope.”
• “All good thoughts, I hope? I try to keep my image clean.”
• “Just making sure those were positive thoughts!”

17. “You’ve been on my mind too.”

Another simple and sincere response that mirrors their sentiment.

Examples:

• “You’ve been on my mind too. Funny how that works!”
• “I’ve been thinking about you too, we must be in sync.”
• “Guess we’ve both been doing some thinking!”

18. “Oh yeah? What were you thinking?”

This response invites them to share more, keeping the conversation going and showing interest.

Examples:

• “Oh yeah? What were you thinking? Now I’m curious!”
• “Tell me, what thoughts crossed your mind?”
• “You’ve got me curious now! What were you thinking?”

19. “I bet it was something awesome!”

A light and positive response that assumes the best and keeps things upbeat.

Examples:

• “I bet it was something awesome! I always aim to impress.”
• “Hopefully, it was something great. I like setting the bar high.”
• “I’m sure it was something cool, right?”

20. “You just made my day!”

Show appreciation with this response, letting them know their thoughts are valued.

Examples:

• “You just made my day! Thanks for thinking of me.”
• “That’s so nice to hear. You’ve brightened my day!”
• “Thanks, you just made my day with that!”

21. “Is that a good thing or a bad thing?”

Add a bit of mystery with this response, leaving them wondering about your reaction.

Examples:

• “Is that a good thing or a bad thing? Should I be worried?”
• “What’s the verdict? Good thoughts or bad thoughts?”
• “I’m curious now. Should I be flattered or concerned?”

22. “Well, here I am!”

This confident and straightforward response brings the focus back to the present moment.

Examples:

• “Well, here I am! No need to just think about me.”
• “Guess what? I’m right here! Let’s chat.”
• “Well, now that I’m here, what’s on your mind?”

23. “You must have great taste!”

A humorous response that compliments them for thinking about you, adding a playful twist.

Examples:

• “You must have great taste! I appreciate that.”
• “Thinking about me? You’ve got excellent taste!”
• “Good choice! I’m flattered by your taste.”

24. “Thinking about me, huh? I’m flattered!”

This response is straightforward and shows appreciation without overdoing it.

Examples:

• “Thinking about me, huh? I’m flattered!”
• “That’s flattering to hear. Thanks for the thought!”
• “You’ve got me blushing now! I’m flattered.”

25. “I’ve been thinking about you too, but didn’t want to seem too eager.”

A slightly self-deprecating response that shows mutual interest while keeping it light.

Examples:

• “I’ve been thinking about you too, but I didn’t want to seem too eager!”
• “Funny, I’ve been thinking about you, but I didn’t want to rush.”
• “Guess we’re both trying to play it cool. I’ve been thinking about you too!”

Conclusion

Responding to “I’ve been thinking about you” can be fun, flirty, or sincere, depending on your mood and the relationship you have with the person. 

With these 25 responses in your arsenal, you’ll be ready to keep the conversation going, add a touch of humor, or even deepen your connection. Whatever the context, the right reply can make all the difference!

Olivia Bloom

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