Popular Western Birthday Songs [Western Music Ranking]

Having A PartyRod Stewart1rank/position

Rod Stewart – Havin’ a Party (from It Had To Be You…The Great American Songbook)

This is a song released in 1962 by American singer-songwriter Sam Cooke.

In 1993, British rock singer-songwriter Rod Stewart covered the song during an MTV Unplugged session, and it was later released as a single.

Birthday GirlStormzy2rank/position

Birthday Girl

British top rapper Stormzy’s track “Birthday Girl” is a single released in September 2016—a warm song dedicated to his then-girlfriend in celebration of her birthday.

It stands out with a romantic, R&B-leaning sound that’s uncharacteristic for Stormzy, who is known for grime.

The lyrics gently encourage the birthday girl to fully enjoy her special day, soothing listeners’ hearts.

The piece beautifully conveys the protagonist’s desire to do everything he can for such an important day.

It’s a perfect song to celebrate the birthday of someone special.

BirthdayKaty Perry3rank/position

Katy Perry – Birthday (Lyric Video)

Singer-songwriter Katy Perry, who has gained international popularity for her powerful vocals and cheerful personality, is an artist with extremely high name recognition in Japan as well.

The birthday song I’d like to recommend from her is “Birthday.” Released in 2013, this track became popular for its message that gives a gentle push to someone special.

Its catchy lyrics were highly praised by critics, and it was even nominated for the Juno Award for Songwriter of the Year.

Here’s to Never Growing UpAvril Lavigne4rank/position

Avril Lavigne – Here’s to Never Growing Up (Official Video)

This is the 18th single by Avril Lavigne, who shocked listeners around the world as a new-generation diva when her debut album “Let Go,” released at the young age of 17, sold about 20 million copies worldwide.

It’s a single cut from her fifth, self-titled album “Avril Lavigne,” and in Japan it was released as a digital-only single.

Riding on a high-quality rock sound, the song delivers a distinctly youthful message that we won’t change even as we grow older, making it a perfect BGM choice for birthday parties.

It’s a stylish rock number that will brighten up parties with friends who remain the same, no matter how many years go by.

Happy BirthdayStevie Wonder5rank/position

Happy Birthday

Stevie Wonder, who is highly acclaimed around the world for his advanced techniques and outstanding songwriting ability.

He is a soul singer on par with Donny Hathaway and Marvin Gaye, who are considered pioneers of neo-soul.

He is also an artist with such a high level of expressive power that even the great singer Luciano Pavarotti was moved.

His classic “Happy Birthday” is a birthday song that radiates warmth.

Happy BirthdayNew Kids On The Block6rank/position

New Kids on the Block-Happy Birthday to you

Formed in Boston, USA, New Kids on the Block is a boy band that achieved success from the late 1980s to 1990.

This song is included on the album “Step by Step,” which reached No.

1 in the United States and the United Kingdom in 1990.

Unhappy BirthdayThe Smiths7rank/position

Unhappy Birthday (2011 Remaster)

The Smiths, a British rock band.

Their international recognition wasn’t all that high, but within the UK they inspired a passionate fan base, and despite a very short activity period of only five years, they’ve continued to be supported by many fans.

A song by them that I’d recommend as a birthday tune is Unhappy Birthday.

The title is negative, isn’t it? (lol) The lyrics are filled with very dark content, and for some people it might be depressing.

It’s a recommended track for those spending a lonely birthday by themselves.