Recommended Japanese birthday songs to give on someone's birthday
Family, partners, friends—and of course your own birthday—each only comes once a year, so you want to make it a wonderful day, right?
In this article, we’ll introduce Japanese birthday songs you’ll want to listen to and give as gifts.
From timeless classics to tunes that truly touch the heart, we’ve gathered a wide range of birthday songs.
Whether you’re celebrating someone special or sending a message to yourself as you start a new year, try singing or gifting these songs.
They’re also perfect for spicing up a birthday party or using as a BGM playlist!
Wishing you a wonderful year ahead.
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Japanese songs I want to give on a birthday (71–80)
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Fukurowz’s “Beautiful” is a song that lets you straightforwardly and sincerely wish your friend a happy birthday.
It’s included on the 2017 album Beautiful.
It’s the perfect track to convey birthday wishes and your love with a fresh, pure heart to a friend you often trouble or inconvenience.
Vocalist Mari Uchida’s gentle voice and the pop melody also make it an ideal BGM for a birthday video.
Why not create a birthday video for your friend with this song, as a way to say thank you for everything?
Happy Birthday SkaToukyou Sukapara Daisu Ookesutora
It starts off with the famous “Happy Birthday to You” melody played at a slightly slower tempo, but then it shifts into a brilliant ska arrangement characteristic of Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra! The rhythmic offbeat “cha, cha,” the dazzling horns, and the relaxed vocals create an incredibly happy vibe.
It’s a song that can instantly set a fun atmosphere!
A song that works for both birthdays and weddingsGōruden Bonbā
This song, which seems poised to become a staple at celebratory occasions, is also very popular at karaoke.
Created by Kiryuin Sho of Golden Bomber in response to fan requests, the track gained attention for its high versatility, true to its title, making it suitable for birthdays, weddings, and a variety of other scenes.
It was included on the January 2018 album “Killer Tune Shika Nee yo” and also drew notice for the groundbreaking decision to make its copyright usage fees completely free.
The piece features a simple structure that repeats “congratulations,” lining up universally applicable words of celebration so that listeners can easily overlay their own experiences and feelings.
Combined with the band’s persona, it has a strong comedic element, making it a recommended pick as a gag song for those who want to sing at karaoke to celebrate a friend’s or family member’s birthday.
Untitled TodayHirai Dai
This is a heartwarming song by Dai Hirai that finds value in everyday life and proclaims that an ordinary day is the true masterpiece of life.
Released in January 2021, the track is included on the album “Life Goes On,” and features a memorable blend of gospel-style chorus and gentle melody.
The lyrics emphasize cherishing small, everyday joys over chasing ideals, highlight the importance of sharing happiness with others, and carry a hopeful message about believing in the future even in difficult times.
It’s a perfect song to sing with warm feelings for someone special on their birthday, or when you want to express a positive outlook for the year ahead.
Happy BirthdayGOING UNDER GROUND
A GOING UNDER GROUND song filled with feelings for someone special.
Released in February 2006, this track carries warm blessings and affection for someone celebrating a birthday.
It beautifully fuses the driving energy of J-ROCK with the warmth of a love song, resulting in a piece that truly resonates.
The lyrics sing about the small joys of everyday life and the importance of human connections, gently embracing the listener’s heart.
Perfect not only as background music for a birthday party but also as a gift for someone dear.
On that special day marking the start of a new year, why not spend a happy time with this song?
Thank you for being born.KREVA
This is a warm message song that sings of gratitude for someone’s existence.
It’s a collaboration between KREVA and singer-songwriter Yu Sakai, blending elements of hip-hop and R&B into a comfortable, mellow sound.
Released in March 2009, the track is also included on the single “Ao” (Blue).
The lyrics center on themes of encounters and appreciation for existence, expressing sincere feelings with a touch of bashfulness.
It’s a perfect song for birthdays when you want to convey your gratitude to someone special.
HAPPY BIRTHDAYOKAMOTO’S
A song by OKAMOTO’S that contemplates life and the flow of time.
It’s included on their 2014 album “Let It V,” and under the production of Shigeru Kishida from Quruli, it became a work where the band’s unique character rides on a solid groove.
The many repeated celebratory phrases seem to symbolize bonds that deepen over time.
It’s a song that makes you want to treasure human connections, as if reflecting on life through a birthday celebration.
Also recommended as background music to express gratitude to family, partners, and friends.