Popular Western Birthday Songs [Western Music Ranking]

BirthdayDestiny’s Child78rank/position

Birthday

A heartwarming R&B ballad from America’s Destiny’s Child.

Over a gentle beat and an emotionally rich melody line, the members weave a love song with their beautiful harmonies.

It portrays the heartfelt desire to celebrate a lover’s birthday, carried by smooth, velvety vocals.

Included on the album “Destiny’s Child,” released in February 1998, its February release made it perfect for creating special memories for couples.

The song is imbued with love and gratitude for someone precious, expressing a wish to spend a wonderful, relaxing time together.

A gem of a love song, highly recommended for those who want to create a special moment prepared just for their beloved on their birthday.

BIRTHDAYThe Lumineers79rank/position

BIRTHDAY

The Lumineers’ signature folk-tinged sound and heartwarming melodies shine in the song “BIRTHDAY,” which weaves in themes of self-love, loneliness, and deep affection for another person.

Despite struggling with low self-esteem, the protagonist strives to show they’re there for the other person, a sentiment symbolized by the line, “It’s okay, because today is your birthday.” Featured on the album BRIGHTSIDE, this track showcases a new facet of the band’s appeal.

It’s a gem especially for those who want to celebrate a loved one’s birthday from the heart.

Happy BirthdayWeird Al80rank/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.

Happy BirthdaySteppenwolf81rank/position

Happy Birthday – Steppenwolf

Steppenwolf is a Canadian-American rock band that found success between 1968 and 1972.

They also performed alongside groups such as The Doors and the Grateful Dead.

This song is included on the 1969 album At Your Birthday Party.

The Birthday SongCorrinne May82rank/position

The Birthday Song

“The Birthday Song,” included on the 2005 album “Safe in a Crazy World” by Corrinne May, a Singapore-born, Los Angeles–based singer-songwriter, is a heartwarming ballad that gently conveys warm affection to someone special on their birthday.

Her natural vocals and organic sound, infused with messages celebrating the joy of growing older and the journey so far, have a crystalline purity that feels cleansing just to listen to.

Consider gifting this song to celebrate the birthday of someone dear to you.

Happy BirthdayTiny Moving Parts83rank/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.

Birthday SongBen Lee84rank/position

Ben Lee – Birthday Song (Lyrics)

Ben Lee is a singer-songwriter from Australia.

He specializes in laid-back indie pop centered around acoustic guitar accompaniment.

“Birthday Songs” is a track packed with his charm.

A must-listen for those who love calm melodies.