[Also great as video BGM] A birthday song to give a friend on their birthday

Birthdaysadamasashi

Birthday Masashi Sada

“Birthday” is a birthday song by Masashi Sada, a folk singer popular across a wide range of generations.

Since it’s the theme song for the NHK TV program “Tsurube no Kazoku ni Kanpai” (Cheers to Families with Tsurube), many of you have probably heard it.

Its refreshing, warm melody soothes the hearts of listeners.

Because it’s loved by people of all ages, it’s perfect for celebrating all kinds of people.

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Good Child’s Birthday SongUeda Marie

Marie Ueda “Good Kid’s Birthday Song” MV

It’s a song with a warm, inviting vocal and heartwarming lyrics.

Mariye Ueda released it in September 2020.

She created the track during a 25-hour live-streaming event, and it’s said to be included on the DVD as well.

It’s an acoustic-tinged pop tune filled with gratitude for someone special.

It’s perfect as a song to give a friend for their birthday and would also work well as background music for a surprise video.

The track showcases the breadth of Ueda’s musicality and comes highly recommended for fans too.

Ceremonygo!go!vanillas

Ceremony

This song gently sings of a parent’s deep love for their child and the tender wish to watch them grow.

It’s a track from go!go!vanillas’ album “Kameleon Lights,” released in February 2016, imbued with a desire to celebrate life’s precious moments.

Set to a warm, comforting melody, the lyrics lovingly reflect on people changing with the passage of time and resonate deeply.

Blending elements of rock ’n’ roll and indie music, its poppy, catchy sound design is also a highlight.

It was performed at their solo show in June 2023, stirring fans’ hearts.

It’s a perfect pick for birthday party BGM or a video message to a dear friend.

Birthday SongMerofuroto

Birthday Song

It’s a warm, heartfelt song that stands beside the feeling of sincerely celebrating a loved one’s birthday.

Released in January 2024, this track by Melo Float was created to convey blessings and gratitude to those celebrating their birthdays.

While upbeat, it carries a heartwarming melody that expresses messages of celebration and everyday appreciation.

It has gained popularity among younger generations on social media and is widely used as BGM for birthday celebration videos.

It’s an ideal song for those who want to make birthdays cheerful and festive, such as for surprise videos celebrating close friends or family, or as background music for birthday parties.

Untitled TodayHirai Dai

Hirai Dai / Untitled Today (Lyric Video)

This song gently weaves the importance of everyday, unassuming moments with a warm vocal delivery.

It’s one of the tracks included on the album “Life Goes On,” released in February 2021, and it has surpassed 100 million plays on social media.

The sound, blending calm acoustics with gospel-style chorus, harmonizes beautifully with Dai Hirai’s warm voice.

This work reminds us of the beauty of spending simple, ordinary time with someone special, making it perfect for a friend’s birthday party or as background music for videos.

Filled with hope for the future and gratitude for peaceful daily life, Dai Hirai’s gentle message resonates deeply in this moving track.

Happy BirthdayQ;indivi Starring Rin Oikawa

Rin Oikawa-Happy Birthday

A track released by the music creator collective Q;indivi under the name Q;indivi Starring Rin Oikawa.

The song was originally by the world-famous American singer-songwriter Stevie Wonder and is beloved by many as a birthday song.

Stevie Wonder’s original version conjures up the lively atmosphere of a glamorous birthday party, and this one is every bit as dazzling! Rin Oikawa’s clear, translucent vocals melt gently into your heart, and the sparkling melody rings out like celebratory bells.

It’s perfect as background music for a birthday party!

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5 o’clock chimenamu abedabutsu

Namu Abeda Buddha - “5 O’Clock Chime” (Official Music Video)_NAMUABEDABUTSU

This is a coming-of-age love song that gently portrays a tender, budding romance, using an after-school classroom and the chime at dusk as its motifs.

The straightforward lyrics by Namuabedabutsu and the breezy sound blend in perfect balance, wrapping everyone’s bittersweet memories in warmth.

It delicately captures pure youthful feelings—like affection for a bashful smile and emotions left unspoken.

Released in February 2021, the track also shines with the bright, open atmosphere unique to an 18-year-old rock band known for their signature aloha shirts.

Featured on the albums “We Are Eternal” and “We Don’t Know Love,” it has earned support as one of the band’s signature songs.

It’s perfect as BGM for a friend’s birthday video—a wonderful track overflowing with feelings for someone special.