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 gift on birthdays (41–50)
Happy BirthdayNEWS
NEWS’s “Happy Birthday” is a song that lets you say both “Congratulations” and “Thank you.” Released in 2008, it was written and composed by the singer-songwriter SEAMO.
It expresses the feeling of “Happy Birthday” precisely because you’re together right now.
And above all, it conveys gratitude—“Thank you”—for the encounter between the two of you that made such a moment possible.
It also carries the wish that this wonderful feeling will continue far into the future, something you can share with someone special.
Send your overflowing love along with this song to celebrate the birthday of someone dear to you!
Birthday Song -2022 ver.-yuka
It’s a heartwarming birthday song that feels like it’s gently telling a loved one, “I know all the effort you’ve put in.” Based on a song singer-songwriter Yuka wrote for a friend, it delivers a straight-to-the-heart message of celebration that truly resonates.
After earlier original versions, this piece was released with a new arrangement in February 2022.
You can sense how precious it is to Yuka herself—she’s even described it as “a song that was born seven years ago today.” It’s perfect not only for a partner or friends, but also for expressing gratitude to the family who always watches over you.
Use it as background music for a message video, and it’s sure to be an unforgettable surprise!
On the eve of my birthday, a love song earlier than anyone elseDEEN
I want to say “I love you” faster than anyone else.
It’s a heartfelt ballad filled with that earnest desire.
Released in October 2002 as DEEN’s 24th single, it marked their first original work in about two years.
The opening guitar riff pays homage to a classic by Kazumasa Oda, and the track features an all-star lineup, including respected drummer Takashi Numazawa.
It was also used as an insert song on TBS’s “Chubō desu yo!” and the music video stars actress Kumiko Aso.
It’s a gem brimming with love—perfect for listening to on the night before someone special’s birthday.
You might even sing it at karaoke on a special date to express your feelings.
Happy BirthdayBoA
BoA’s “Happy Birthday” is a slightly bittersweet birthday song in which she celebrates her ex-lover’s birthday alone, looks back on their memories, and regrets the breakup.
A birthday she couldn’t spend together with her lover.
Many people may have felt something similar when they were younger.
In reality, when it comes to an ex, a lot of people probably feel half genuine well-wishes and half a desire to curse them.
Birthday SongMerofuroto
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.
Birthday songSKELT 8 BAMBINO
“Birthday Song,” released by Skelton Eight Bambino in 2014, is a birthday tune that expresses gratitude for being born.
It’s a song you can give regardless of age.
Filled with warm messages like “You are important” and “I wish you happiness,” it might move you to tears if you listen to it on your birthday.
It’s a piece packed with beautiful words.
Celebrate the birthday of someone special with this song!
Say!Happy BirthdayToukyou Q Channeru
This is a track by Tokyo Q Channel that captivates with its distinctly ’90s groove and stylish sound.
From the unique perspective of calling a birthday “an anniversary you don’t remember yourself,” it warmly sings of gratitude and celebration for being born.
The lyrics by vocalist Mayumi Sudo and the light, heart-lifting pop melody crafted by Yasuhiko Warita together create a lovely celebratory mood.
Released as a single in February 1995, the song was also beloved at the time as the ending theme for the popular TBS program “Doubutsu Kisou Tengai!” It’s perfect for when you want to send a message that’s not clichéd yet still heartwarming.
I think it’s a hidden gem that lends a slightly grown-up touch to someone special’s big day.