Friendship songs to give on a birthday: a lovely roundup of tracks that help you reaffirm your bonds
When celebrating a friend’s birthday, these days many people make and give a birthday video, don’t they?
A video that shares messages along with past photos is sure to make them happy.
That said, a lot of people get stuck on what song to choose for the background music when making a birthday video.
So in this article, we’ll focus specifically on friendship songs among the tracks you might want to give for a birthday!
For birthdays, songs that express everyday gratitude are recommended, and there are also tracks with lyrics that straightforwardly celebrate a friend’s birthday.
Be sure to find the songs that suit you and your friends!
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Friendship Songs to Give on a Birthday (21–30)
Happy BirthdayEXILE
If you want to convey your congratulations in a gentle, heartfelt way, EXILE’s “Happy Birthday” is a great choice! It’s included on their 2006 album “ASIA.” Even when you genuinely want to celebrate someone, it can feel embarrassing to say it face-to-face.
In those moments, try singing this song or giving it as a gift to express that you’re celebrating your friend from the heart.
It’s also perfect as a birthday present for friends you’re too busy to meet in person.
Birthday songSKELT 8 BAMBINO
“Thank you for being born”—that heartfelt sentiment comes through in the moving birthday song “Birthday Song.” It’s a very warm track filled to the brim with feelings of gratitude for meeting a friend and wishing for their happiness, saying, “You’re precious to me, I love you.” If you join together with your friends and sing this song in a big chorus, the friend you’re celebrating might just be moved to tears.
It’s also perfect as BGM for birthday videos, and the lyrics are easy to use because they’re not limited by gender or relationship.
Friendship songs to give on a birthday (31–40)
Kimi Anniversary ~Thank You for Being Born.~sonā poketto
It’s a birthday song that expresses gratitude with the message “Thank you for being born.” Released in November 2012, it was used as the ending theme for TV Asahi’s ‘Portal ANN News & Sports’ and as the campaign song for Yomiuriland’s “Jewellumination 2012.” The track is a ballad that blends Sonar Pocket’s signature pop and R&B, featuring a warm and memorable melody.
It’s perfect for karaoke when celebrating the birthdays of a partner, family member, or friend, and is a recommended song for conveying love and appreciation to someone special.
Happy BirthdayMinase Inori
“Congratulations!” Overflowing with cheerful celebration, this “Happy Birthday” is sung by Inori Minase, a voice actress who has appeared in numerous works.
The song was included as a coupling track on her 2017 single “Ready Steady Go!”.
It’s filled with tender feelings that cherish and celebrate your friend’s special day.
Perfect for singing at a birthday party or for brightening the atmosphere as background music! Let this song help you create a day full of lasting memories.
dear my friendHi-STANDARD
This song captivates with its fast-paced melodic hardcore sound and heartwarming lyrics about friendship and reunion.
It powerfully expresses the joy of living and the unchanging strength of bonds, even when apart.
Featured on Hi-STANDARD’s album “MAKING THE ROAD,” released in June 1999, the track became a major hit, selling over one million copies in Japan and abroad.
With energetic guitar riffs and highly message-driven lyrics celebrating friendship and the joy of reuniting, it has won the hearts of many listeners.
It’s a moving choice for a friend’s birthday or wedding gift, as well as for those memorable moments of reconnecting with a longtime friend.
Song of a Friendyuzu
A song woven around the theme of friendship, brimming with kindness and warmth.
Released in September 1999 as the commercial song for Ezaki Glico’s “Pocky Chocolate,” it became a major hit for Yuzu and is also included on their album Yuzuen.
Innocent memories with a friend, the tenderness of caring about each other’s lives, and the awareness of what changes and what remains constant over time are all carefully interlaced.
With its gentle acoustic guitar tones and Yuzu’s signature warm harmonies that resonate in the heart, this piece is perfect for gifting to a cherished friend at a wedding, and for conveying the joy of celebrating the couple’s new life together as part of their circle.
Happy CelebrationKato Miria
This is a heartwarming song celebrating a best friend’s 20th birthday.
The lyrics are filled with scenes from a surprise party, the depth of their friendship, and memories of supporting each other.
Written in Miliyah Kato’s down-to-earth words, the lyrics are sure to resonate with listeners.
Included on the album “Ring,” the track features a bright, festive sound that blends R&B and pop.
It’s a perfect song for expressing gratitude to a dear friend or as background music for a birthday party.