What truly makes a birthday party unforgettable?
Cake, candles, and of course, birthday songs.
Whether it’s a lively party, a cozy gathering, or simply a way to bring joy to someone’s special day, music always plays an important role. And there’s nothing better than choosing the right song to create an atmosphere filled with excitement and happiness for everyone.
Some birthday songs have become timeless classics that everyone knows by heart, while others bring fresh energy to the celebration.
I’ve put together five birthday songs, ranging from heartfelt melodies to upbeat tracks. You can check out the lyrics and pick the one that fits best.
- Happy Birthday – Stevie Wonder
- Birthday Cake – Rihanna
- 22 – Taylor Swift
- In Da Club – 50 Cent
- Birthday Sex – Jeremih
Happy Birthday – Stevie Wonder
If you’re looking for a birthday song that brings energy and excitement instead of the usual predictable tune, Happy Birthday by Stevie Wonder is an iconic track that brings instant energy to any celebration.
Released in 1980, this song has been a favorite for bringing life to birthday parties. It wasn’t originally written as a birthday song but as a tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., which makes it even more meaningful.
Unlike the traditional Happy Birthday melody, this version is upbeat, soulful, and guaranteed to get people excited. The lyrics are simple but powerful: “Happy birthday to you! Happy birthday to you! Happy birthday!”
When you play this song at a party, you’ll see people clapping, moving, and singing along. It’s a great way to start the celebration or set the mood when everyone gathers around the birthday cake.
Lyrics:
You know it doesn’t make much sense
There ought to be a law against
Anyone who takes offense
At a day in your celebration ’cause we all know in our minds
That there ought to be a time
That we can set aside
To show just how much we love you
And I’m sure you would agree
What could fit more perfectly
Than to have a world party on the day you came to be
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday
I just never understood
How a man who died for good
Could not have a day that would
Be set aside for his recognition
Because it should never be
Just because some cannot see
The dream as clear as he
That they should make it become an illusion
And we all know everything
That he stood for time will bring
For in peace, our hearts will sing
Thanks to Martin Luther King
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday
Why has there never been a holiday
Where peace is celebrated
All throughout the world
The time is overdue
For people like me and you
Who know the way to truth
Is love and unity to all God’s children
It should be a great event
And the whole day should be spent
In full remembrance
Of those who lived and died for the oneness of all people
So let us all begin
We know that love can win
Let it out, don’t hold it in
Sing it loud as you can
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday
Happy birthday
Happy birthday
Happy birthday
Ooh yeah
Happy birthday
Happy birthday
Happy birthday
Happy birthday
We know the key to unity of all people
Is in the dream that you had so long ago
That lives in all of the hearts of people
That believe in unity
We’ll make the dream become a reality
I know we will
Because our hearts tell us so
Happy birthday
Happy birthday
Happy birthday
Happy birthday
Happy birthday
Happy birthday
Happy birthday
Happy birthday
Source: Musixmatch
Birthday Cake – Rihanna
To create a bold and edgy birthday atmosphere, Birthday Cake by Rihanna is a great choice. Released in 2012 as part of the Talk That Talk album, this track brings a seductive and provocative vibe, making it the highlight of any party with a bit of a wild side.
This isn’t your typical birthday song about blowing out candles and making wishes. It’s packed with confidence, fun, and non-stop energy. The infectious beat, Rihanna’s sultry vocals, and her seamless chemistry with Chris Brown create an explosive sound that instantly grabs attention.
Add this song to your birthday playlist, or queue it up right before the party kicks off.
Lyrics:
Come and put your name on it
Put your name on it
Come and put your name on it
Your name
Bet you wanna put your name on it
Put your name on it
Come and put your name on it
Ba-ba-baby, uh
It’s not even my birthday
But he want to lick the icing off
I know you want it in the worst way
Can’t wait to blow my candles out
He want that
Cake, cake, cake, cake
Cake, cake, cake, cake
Cake, cake, cake, cake
Cake, cake, cake
Ooh baby, I like it
You so excited
Don’t try to hide it
I’mma make you my bitch
Cake, cake, cake, cake
Cake, cake, cake, cake
Cake, cake, cake, cake
Cake, cake, cake
I know you wanna bite this
It’s so enticin’
Nothin’ else like this
I’mma make you my bitch
And it’s not even my birthday
But you wanna put your name on it
And it’s not even my birthday
And he tryna put his name on it
Ooh, I wanna fuck you right now
Just get up on my body, I’ll do anything
Source: Musixmatch
22 – Taylor Swift
I’m a big fan of Taylor Swift. If there’s a birthday song that captures the energy of youth, carefree fun, and being ready to celebrate, it’s 22.
Released in 2013 as part of her Red album, this song is all about enjoying life, friendship, and living in the moment. It might be called 22, but you don’t have to be turning 22 to sing along and feel the vibe.
The lyrics “I don’t know about you, but I’m feeling 22” instantly get everyone at the party singing along. The upbeat melody, cheerful lyrics, and feel-good energy make this song a must-have for any birthday playlist.
You can play it to dance with your friends, make fun TikTok videos, or enjoy the moment while holding your birthday cake. And if your friend is a Swiftie like me, this song is a must.
Lyrics:
It feels like a perfect night
To dress up like hipsters
And make fun of our exes
Uh-uh, uh-uh
It feels like a perfect night
For breakfast at midnight
To fall in love with strangers
Uh-uh, uh-uh
Yeah
We’re happy, free, confused and lonely at the same time
It’s miserable and magical, oh, yeah
Tonight’s the night when we forget about the deadlines
It’s time, oh-oh
I don’t know about you
But I’m feeling twenty-two
Everything will be alright if
You keep me next to you
You don’t know about me
But I’ll bet you want to
Everything will be alright if
We just keep dancing like we’re
Twenty-two, twenty-two
It seems like one of those nights
This place is too crowded
Too many cool kids
Uh-uh, uh-uh (Who’s Taylor Swift, anyway? Ew)
It seems like one of those nights
We ditch the whole scene
And end up dreamin’
Instead of sleeping
Yeah
We’re happy, free, confused and lonely in the best way
It’s miserable and magical, oh, yeah
Tonight’s the night when we forget about the heartbreaks
It’s time, oh-oh
(Hey!) I don’t know about you
But I’m feeling twenty-two
Everything will be alright if (Ooh)
You keep me next to you
You don’t know about me
But I’ll bet you want to
Everything will be alright if (Alright)
We just keep dancing like we’re
Twenty-two (Oh-oh-oh-oh, oh), twenty-two (I don’t know about you)
Twenty-two, twenty-two (Ooh)
It feels like one of those nights
We ditch the whole scene
It feels like one of those nights
We won’t be sleepin’
It feels like one of those nights
You look like bad news
I gotta have you
I gotta have you (You)
Woah, ooh, yeah, eh-yeah
(Hey!) I don’t know about you (I don’t know about you)
But I’m feeling twenty-two
Everything will be alright if (Ooh)
You keep me next to you
You don’t know about me (You don’t know about me)
But I’ll bet you want to
Everything will be alright if
We just keep dancing like we’re (Dancing like we’re twenty-two)
Twenty-two (Woah-oh), twenty-two (Dancing like)
Twenty-two (Yeah, yeah), twenty-two (Yeah, yeah, yeah)
It feels like one of those nights (Twenty-two)
We ditch the whole scene
It feels like one of those nights (Twenty-two)
We won’t be sleeping
It feels like one of those nights (Twenty-two)
You look like bad news
I gotta have you
I gotta have you
Source: Genius
In Da Club – 50 Cent
Next on the list, In Da Club by 50 Cent is the kind of song that can instantly set the mood. Since its release in 2003, it has become a staple at parties, and for good reason. The strong beat and confident hip-hop energy make it a great choice to bring any celebration to life.
For guys who love sports, hitting the gym, or just enjoy a powerful and charismatic vibe, this song is a perfect fit. It’s the kind of track you’d hear blasting in the locker room before a big game or playing in the background while celebrating a win. If you’re planning a birthday for a friend, just play this song, and you’ll see the energy shift as soon as they hear that familiar beat. The opening line “Go, shawty, it’s your birthday!” is legendary, and as soon as the beat drops, the whole room comes alive.
To make the party even more exciting, turn up the volume, let the music fill the room, and enjoy every moment of the birthday celebration.
Lyrics:
Go, go
Go, go, go, go
Go, shawty, it’s your birthday
We gon’ party like it’s your birthday
We gon’ sip Bacardí like it’s your birthday
And you know we don’t give a fuck it’s not your birthday
You can find me in the club, bottle full of bub’
Look, mami, I got the X if you into takin’ drugs
I’m into havin’ sex, I ain’t into makin’ love
So come give me a hug if you into gettin’ rubbed
You can find me in the club, bottle full of bub’
Look, mami, I got the X if you into takin’ drugs
I’m into havin’ sex, I ain’t into makin’ love
So come give me a hug if you into gettin’ rubbed
When I pull up out front, you see the Benz on dubs (Uh-huh)
When I roll twenty deep, it’s twenty nines in the club (Yeah)
Niggas heard I fuck with Dre, now they wanna show me love
When you sell like Eminem, then the hoes, they wanna fuck (Woo)
Look homie, ain’t nothin’ changed, hoes down, G’s up
I see Xzibit in the cut, hey, nigga, roll that weed up (Roll that)
If you watch how I move, you’ll mistake me for a player or pimp
Been hit with a few shells, but I don’t walk with a limp (I’m aight)
In the hood in L.A., they sayin’, “50, you hot” (Uh-huh)
They like me, I want ’em to love me like they love Pac
But holla in New York, the niggas’ll tell you I’m loco (Yeah)
And the plan is to put the rap game in a chokehold (Uh-huh)
I’m fully focused, man, my money on my mind
Got a mil’ out the deal and I’m still on the grind (Woo)
Now shawty said she feelin’ my style, she feelin’ my flow (Uh-huh)
Her girlfriend with her, they bi and they ready to go (Okay)
You can find me in the club, bottle full of bub’
Look, mami, I got the X if you into takin’ drugs
I’m into havin’ sex, I ain’t into makin’ love
So come give me a hug if you into gettin’ rubbed
You can find me in the club, bottle full of bub’
Look, mami, I got the X if you into takin’ drugs
I’m into havin’ sex, I ain’t into makin’ love
So come give me a hug if you into gettin’ rubbed (Rubbed)
My flow, my show brought me the dough
That bought me all my fancy things
My crib, my cars, my clothes, my jewels
Look, nigga, I done came up and I ain’t changed (What? What? Yeah)
And you should love it way more than you hate it
Nigga, you mad? I thought that you’d be happy I made it (Woo)
I’m that cat by the bar toastin’ to the good life
You that faggot-ass nigga tryna pull me back, right?
When my joint get to bumpin’ in the club, it’s on
I wink my eye at your bitch, if she smiles, she gone
If the roof on fire, let the motherfucker burn
If you talkin’ about money, homie, I ain’t concerned
I’ma tell you what Banks told me, “Cuz, go ‘head, switch the style up
If niggas hate, then let ’em hate, and watch the money pile up”
Or we can go upside your head with a bottle of bub’
They know where we fuckin’ be
You can find me in the club, bottle full of bub’
Look, mami, I got the X if you into takin’ drugs
I’m into havin’ sex, I ain’t into makin’ love
So come give me a hug if you into gettin’ rubbed
You can find me in the club, bottle full of bub’
Look, mami, I got the X if you into takin’ drugs
I’m into havin’ sex, I ain’t into makin’ love
So come give me a hug if you into gettin’ rubbed (Hahahaha)
Don’t try to act like you don’t know where we be neither, nigga
We in the club all the time, nigga, so pop, pop off, nigga
G-Unit
Source: Genius
Birthday Sex – Jeremih
Do you want to create a romantic atmosphere? Choose Birthday Sex by Jeremih!
This song was released in 2009 and quickly became a hit thanks to its smooth R&B melody and captivating lyrics, making it the ideal song for couples who want to add a little emotion to a birthday celebration.
If you’re a man who wants to make your girlfriend or wife feel more special on her important day, this song will help create a romantic and intimate atmosphere. The slow beat, Jeremih’s seductive voice, and sweet lyrics make this song perfect for a candlelit dinner, a private evening at home, or simply a moment when the two of you enjoy time together.
The lyrics “It’s your birthday, so I know you want to ride out” not only add a playful touch but also emphasize that this is not just a regular party song. It makes her feel loved and cherished on her special day.
Let this track set the mood as the party slows down, when it’s just the two of you, and let the music help you create an unforgettable moment.
Lyrics:
It’s yo’ birthday, so I know you want to ride out
Even if we only go to my house
Sip mo-weezy as we sit upon my couch
Feels good, but I know you want to cry out
You say want passion, I think you found it
Get ready for action, don’t be astounded
We switching positions, you feel surrounded
Tell me where you want your gift, girl
Girl, you know I-I-I, girl, you know I-I-I
I’ve been fiendin’, wake up in the late-night dreamin’ about your lovin’
Girl, you know I-I-I, girl, you know I-I-I
Don’t need candles or cake, just need yo’ body to make, ooh
Birthday sex, birthday sex (it’s the best day of the year, girl)
Birthday sex, birthday sex (it feels like, feels like, lemme hit that G-spot, G-spot)
See you sexy and them jeans got me on tent
One, two, three, think I got you pinned
Don’t tap out, fight until the end
Ring that bell, and we gon’ start over again
We grinding with passion, ’cause it’s yo’ birthday
Been at it for hours, I know you thirsty
You kiss me so sweetly, taste just like Hershey’s
Just tell me how you want you gift, girl
Girl, you know I-I-I, girl, you know I-I-I
I’ve been fiendin’, wake up in the late-night dreamin’ about your lovin’
Girl, you know I-I-I, girl, you know I-I-I
Don’t need candles or cake, just need yo’ body to make, ooh
Birthday sex, birthday sex (it’s the best day of the year, girl)
Birthday sex, birthday sex (it feels like, feels like, lemme hit that G-spot, G-spot)
First, I’m gonna take a dive into the water
Deep, until I know I pleased that body
Or, girl, without a broom, I might just sweep you off your feet
And make you wanna tell somebody, ‘body, how I do
Or maybe we can float on top my water bed (yeah)
You close your eyes as I improv’ between yo’ legs (yo’ legs)
We work our way from kitchen stoves and tables
Girl, you know I’m more than able to please, yeah
Say you wanted flowers on the bed (on the bed)
But you got me and hours on the bed
Girl, you know I-I-I, girl, you know I-I-I
I’ve been fiendin’, wake up in the late-night dreamin’ about your lovin’
Girl, you know I-I-I, girl, you know I-I-I
Don’t need candles or cake, just need yo’ body to make, ooh
Birthday sex, birthday sex (it’s the best day of the year, girl)
Birthday sex, birthday sex (it feels like, feels like, lemme hit that G-spot, G-spot)
Source: Musixmatch
Final Thought
Now that you’ve got the ultimate birthday playlist, all that’s left to do is hit play. Whether you’re celebrating with a packed party or a chill night with friends, turn up the volume and let the music bring the memories to life.
