Let's give with all our heart: Recommended Japanese pop birthday songs for men
When you want to celebrate the birthday of someone special—family, a partner, or friends—what kind of birthday song do you choose?
These days, you can shoot and edit videos with just a smartphone, so many people create message videos as gifts.
This time, we’re introducing recommended birthday songs for men—perfect as background music for gift videos or as must-haves for birthday parties!
If you want to pick a thoughtful track but aren’t sure what to choose or don’t really know any birthday songs, this is just right for you!
Once you find a favorite, be sure to send it with heartfelt congratulations!
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Birthday songs for men (31–40)
BIRTHDAY SONGJUDY AND MARY
It’s one of JUDY AND MARY’s popular songs, included on the album THE POWER SOURCE released in 1995.
With YUKI’s distinctive vocals and a track crafted by the entire band, it delivers a sound that’s pop and catchy yet edged with rock—quintessentially Judy and Mary.
The lyrics, which sing about the magic hidden in everyday moments and the importance of finding small happiness, are perfect for conveying congratulations to someone celebrating a birthday.
On your loved one’s special day, why not offer a heartfelt “congratulations” along with this song?
Birthday Songyuka
A heartwarming birthday song from singer-songwriter Yuka.
A newly rearranged version was released digitally on February 16, 2022, marking the first rework in seven years, with Naoki Endo handling the arrangement.
The song features memorable lyrics filled with love and gratitude for someone special celebrating their birthday, honoring their presence and expressing hope to continue walking together.
Yuka, a graduate of Mukogawa Women’s University’s Faculty of Music, captivates with her warm vocals and moving melody.
It’s perfect as background music for a surprise video for someone important—family, a partner, or friends—and is sure to touch their heart.
HAPPY BIRTHDAYOKAMOTO’S
A birthday song from OKAMOTO’S that weaves together warm blessings and the transience of life.
Featured on the album Let It V, released on January 15, 2014, this track, produced by Shigeru Kishida, brings out the band’s individuality brilliantly.
The lyrics, filled with the joy of celebrating a birthday and reflections on the relentless passage of time, resonate deeply with listeners.
When you want to express gratitude to someone special, why not choose this song? It’s a recommended track for those who wish to reaffirm bonds with family and friends.
Happy Birthday SongORIGINAL LOVE
Released as a digital-only single on April 24, 2018, this song by ORIGINAL LOVE is an ode to life, gifted to coincide with Takao Tajima’s birthday.
It depicts the universal theme of celebrating birthdays from a unique perspective, carrying the message that everyone—from those who feel lonely to those in close relationships—is special.
Beginning with a stork appearing in the quiet night, the imagery evokes the anticipation of new life in a striking way.
Singing of the beauty of growing older and the importance of enjoying life, this work offers a warm cheer to everyone celebrating a birthday.
It’s also a perfect choice as background music for a gift video expressing gratitude to someone dear.
Birthday songAAA
A standout track featuring an irresistibly upbeat, poppy melody and lyrics filled with gratitude for someone special.
It openly expresses congratulations to a birthday celebrant and heartfelt thanks for their presence.
Released on July 25, 2012 as the B-side to the single “777 ~We can sing a song!~,” this song showcases AAA’s signature freshness and energetic vocals.
It’s the kind of piece you’ll want to give with gratitude on a loved one’s special day.
Perfect for celebrating the birthdays of irreplaceable people in your life—family, a partner, or close friends.
Happy birthdayLOVE PSYCHEDELICO
LOVE PSYCHEDELICO’s birthday song captivates with its heartwarming message and fun melody.
While expressing celebratory feelings simply, the lyrics are memorable for giving you the courage to keep looking forward even in difficult times in life.
Released on February 18, 2015, the song is included on the album Abbot Kinney.
It’s perfect not only as background music for a birthday party, but also as an addition to a video message for someone special.
It’s a smile-filled track that everyone can sing together and get excited about.
Banzai ~ So glad I loved you ~Urufuruzu
It’s one of Ulfuls’ signature songs.
It first appeared on the album “Banzai,” released in January 1996, and was also released as a single in February of the same year.
It won the Excellence Award at the 38th Japan Record Awards.
It was also used as the theme song for the TV drama “Victory Goddess.”
GIFTMr.Children
This is a single by Mr.Children released in 2008, which reached No.
1 on the Oricon weekly chart and No.
2 on the August monthly chart.
It was also the theme song for NHK’s coverage of the Beijing Olympics and Paralympics.
It would be a good choice to play on your partner’s birthday.
Birthdayretororiron
Retro Riron’s major 3rd single “Birthday” is a song that overlays the resolve to step out of a stagnant daily life with the milestone of a birthday.
It sings of a protagonist who has been drifting through aimless days yet chooses to renew themselves.
The mid-tempo pop-rock sound—woven from soulful vocals and a genre-defying ensemble—builds toward a chorus that opens up with a sense of release.
It’s a number that gently nudges forward those who want to change but can’t quite take the first step.
Birthday songSKELT 8 BAMBINO
This is a birthday song included on the album “A Bouquet for You from That Day” by the music unit SKELT 8 BAMBINO, which went on hiatus in 2015.
It’s a song that expresses gratitude for someone being born, and listening to it fills you with a gentle, warm feeling.