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12 Lies Men Tell When They Only Want One Thing

Relationship Rules Editorial Team Relationship Rules Editorial Team | February 16, 2017 | 5 min read

All of you ladies must have heard at least one of these once or twice in your lives! Here are some common lies that men tell whenever they’re looking to meet up.

A man’s mind is not complicated. It can be incredibly easy to decipher and dissect a man’s true intentions. It’s easy because men are typically the same, and they only want one thing when it comes to women. They want to meet up, and you shouldn’t blame them for that. It’s hardwired into their DNA for them to act that way.

It’s practically primal nature for men to crave intimate experiences. They will do anything to satisfy their cravings for pleasure, and that means lying too. Here are some common lies that men tell whenever they’re looking to meet up.

1. You’re the sexiest woman I’ve ever met.

Chances are, you aren’t the sexiest woman he has ever met. You happen to be the woman he wants to meet up with tonight, and you should be careful. If he’s lying to you to meet up with you, you shouldn’t be getting any more profound expectations in your head.

2. I’m about to tell you something I’ve never told anyone else.

He’s probably used this line millions of times before with countless women. He wants to make you feel like you’re special and that you’re an important person to him, but in reality, he’s just trying to get into your pants. Don’t fall for it. Have some sense of dignity and self-worth. Resist.

3. I don’t get out much.

He does get out much, and he uses this line all of the time. He wants to come across as the innocent guy who is practically incapable of having any perverted thoughts. The truth is that perversion is almost a constant theme in his mind, and tonight; you are the subject of his abnormalities. 

4. I’m just waiting for the right girl to come along.

He’s not. He wants to meet up with you. He’s trying to seem like he’s the sensitive and shy type of guy who cares about a woman’s emotions, but the truth is that all he wants is a piece of your pie. Don’t fall victim to his sweet talk and his lies.

5. I’m rich A.F.

A lot of guys think that having a big bank account is the key to getting into any girl’s pants. While this may be true for some girls, most girls have enough dignity to know that a man’s bank account doesn’t play a factor at all. If he has to brag about how rich he is to impress you, the chances are that he isn’t that rich, to begin with.

6. I’m looking forward to meeting your family.

He will try to establish an emotional and social connection with you by expressing intimacy and comfort. He says he looks forward to meeting your family because he knows that your family is your soft spot. He knows that this would lead you to believe that he is a sensitive person who cares about you, and you need to reward him with intimate favors.

7. I’ll keep it a secret.

The rule of don’t kiss and tell typically doesn’t apply to guys anymore. They’re bound to brag to their bros whenever they get to score a chick. It’s part of their primal nature to establish themselves as the alpha male. You’ll end up being just another trophy in his trophy case of intimate achievements.

8. You look so beautiful tonight.

He’ll say this to you even when you look like absolute horse manure. He’ll do anything to get into your pants; even lie about how you look at that particular moment. He wants to make you feel confident about who you are, and he wants you to be able to trust him even though he wants a night in the sack with you. It’s essential to be aware of recognizing red flags in relationships, as they often reveal deeper issues seeking to surface. Trust your instincts when something feels off, and don’t ignore the small signs that might indicate a lack of genuine intentions. Prioritizing your feelings and well-being can help you navigate through any emotional minefields that arise.

9. We are practically the same person.

He will try to play the soulmate card. He will say that you have so many things in common and that you should try taking things to the next level. He will act all interested in the things you are passionate about so that he gets a shot at being intimate with you.

10. I want someone to hold.

It’s technically correct that he wants someone to cuddle with. He wants to cuddle because he knows that cuddling eventually leads to a passionate night of lovemaking. He’s willing to tolerate the cuddling portion of it if it means better chances of getting with you.

11. It’s been quite a while.

It hasn’t been a while. He wants you to pity him and give him a night he’ll never forget. Pity intimacy is regrettable and pathetic. You shouldn’t fall victim to such an old tactic from the playbook.

12. I’m not the type to meet up.

He wants to make you feel particular about wanting to meet up by saying he typically isn’t this kind of guy. He wants to lead you to believe that there’s something unique about you that arouses him. The truth is that he is just the type of guy who hooks up often, and you’re another one of his victims.


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