Popular Birthday Songs: Western Music Artist Rankings [2025]

OlderThey Might Be Giants92rank/position

Older – They Might Be Giants (best, official video)

They Might Be Giants, the U.

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rock band known as TMBC.

They’re a band with a highly distinctive musical style, and many of their works feature lyrics with a strong comedic tone.

Their performances are also known for being unique—for example, suddenly stopping the music mid-melody, waiting for a moment, and then abruptly continuing.

As a birthday song recommendation from their catalog, “Older” showcases this distinctive side of theirs.

Be sure to check it out.

Happy BirthdayTiny Moving Parts93rank/position

Tiny Moving Parts – “Happy Birthday” (Official Audio)

Tiny Moving Parts is a rock band from the United States that has earned support in the emo and math rock scenes.

Formed by two brothers and their cousin, the band is known for its impressionistic take on emo and math rock with unconventional structures.

Among their songs, the one I’d recommend as a birthday song is “Happy Birthday.” Compared to their other tracks, it’s crafted in a relatively orthodox emo style.

Its energetic sound also makes it a great pick when you’re feeling down.

Say AahTrey Songz94rank/position

Say Aah (Unplugged)

The lyrics are pretty edgy, so they’re not for everyone! If we were to give it a Japanese-style title in English, maybe something like “Say ‘Ah’”? Lines like “Let’s drink champagne,” “Come over to my place,” and “Yeah, today’s your birthday…” — I feel like “birthday” here is used with a bit of wordplay! For people who enjoy this kind of vibe—the party feel—it should work fine as celebratory BGM!

BirthdayTwista95rank/position

Birthday – Twista

Twista, a rapper known as a leading figure among fast-rapping MCs.

As a master of rapid-fire flow, he’s recognized for having especially high-level skills even among many famous rappers.

His track “Birthday” is known as his birthday song; while it didn’t become a major hit compared to some of his other work, it earned high praise among heads.

The flow and rhymes on this one are fierce—if you’re into hip-hop, definitely give it a listen.

Happy BirthdayUnited Future Organization96rank/position

Happy Birthday! by UFO

A heartwarming celebratory song by United Future Organization, delivering a captivating sound where sophisticated jazz meets electronica.

Created by one of Japan’s leading acid jazz groups and included on their 1999 album “Bon Voyage,” this instrumental piece conveys a universal spirit of celebration.

Electronic beats are skillfully fused with traditional jazz elements, and the light, graceful melody feels as if it’s accompanying a loved one’s first step into a new chapter.

A timeless choice of Western music to color a party scene, it also makes a perfect gift imbued with birthday congratulations.

Happy BirthdayWeird Al97rank/position

“Weird Al” Yankovic – Happy Birthday

Al Yankovic, known as a pioneer of parody music.

For those who find it hard to picture him, think of him as the American version of Tatsuwo Kamon.

His “Happy Birthday” is a well-known birthday song of his, released in 1983.

Thanks to his signature comedic lyrics, it gained steady popularity even as a cover song.

Be sure to check it out.

Birthday SongWendy Shay98rank/position

Wendy Shay – Birthday Song (20/02/2020) [Viral Video]

“Birthday Song,” released on February 20, 2020 by Ghanaian up-and-coming singer-songwriter Wendy Shay, is a bright and positive Afropop number created to celebrate her 24th birthday.

Over MOG Beatz’s energetic production, Wendy expresses gratitude for her life and sings about partying the night away with her friends.

It’s a track you’ll want to play at a loved one’s birthday party.

Since her debut in 2018, Wendy has released numerous hits, but this piece can be considered a milestone that holds special meaning for her.

If you’re looking for a feel-good birthday song, be sure to check it out!