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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Male-oriented birthday songs (1–10)
A melody instead of a bouquetShimizu Shota
As the title suggests, instead of giving a bouquet, it’s a melody—a number that feels filled with heartfelt congratulations.
It’s perfect for birthdays and has a mature vibe.
I’d recommend it for men, too, and would love to give it to someone who gets a bit shy.
HAPPY BIRTHDAYback number
A birthday song from back number themed around bittersweet unrequited love.
It portrays the feeling of eagerly waiting for a message from someone you like—something almost everyone has experienced at least once.
Released on February 27, 2019, the track benefits from Takeshi Kobayashi’s production and arrangement, which bring out the band’s appeal to the fullest.
In the music video, performance scenes set in an empty restaurant convey a sense of loneliness.
This song is also perfect as BGM for a birthday movie filled with thoughts for someone special.
It’s a heartwarming track that gently resonates with men celebrating their birthdays.
Birthday SongArai Maju
A song by Maju Arai themed around self-affirmation and growth, celebrating the meaning of birthdays and the start of a new year.
Released on April 25, 2024, the track is marked by its bright tempo and danceable feel.
Arai’s emotionally rich vocals and meticulous composition resonate deeply with listeners.
It’s more than just a celebratory tune—it conveys the importance of accepting yourself and moving forward.
A perfect song to give to someone special on their birthday, filled with gratitude.
Shall we share in the joy of living true to ourselves?
Happy Birthday to meHayashibara Megumi
Hayashibara is pronounced “Hayashibara,” with a voiced “ba.” She is a pioneering, influential figure among voice-actor artists—now no longer so rare—and perhaps the person to whom the term “voice-actor artist” best applies.
Many people will go “Oh, right” when they hear she’s the voice of Rei Ayanami in Neon Genesis Evangelion.
The lyrics sprinkle in English and evoke a hint of an anime world, making it a song that lets everyone share in birthday happiness.
Its melody alone lifts your spirits, making it perfect for men who want to get pumped up.
Listen to it in the morning before heading out, and it’s sure to energize your whole day!
Happy BirthdayNEWS
Even after Ryo Nishikido and Tomohisa Yamashita left, NEWS has continued to thrive without losing their unique NEWS identity.
The individual charms of all the members—like Shigeaki Kato’s work as an author and Yuya Tegoshi being in high demand on variety shows—have been pillars supporting the group.
This song is their feel-good birthday tune.
The lyrics and composition are by SEAMO.
The “Wo Wo Wo” section after the rap at the beginning is a moment everyone can enjoy together.
If you’re a male organizer who really wants to liven up a party, I highly recommend this track.
This one song is guaranteed to get things hyped!
Happy BirthdayEXILE
There are plenty of songs titled “Happy Birthday,” though the capitalization varies.
Artists like Yuji Oda, PUFFY, Koji Tamaki, and back number have all used birthdays as a theme—clearly, it’s an easy occasion for artists to draw inspiration from.
EXILE’s fourth album, “ASIA,” also includes a track called “Happy Birthday,” and it’s a mellow, mature song that I especially recommend.
With lyrics like “I’ll send this song only to you, only on this special day,” it has the perfect vibe for an intimate birthday party for two.
Sing it to someone you want to convey passionate feelings to, and it’s sure to score you extra points!
Dear My FriendsHi-STANDARD
This is a song by Hi-STANDARD, a seminal presence in the melodic punk scene.
Released in 1999, it’s included on the smash-hit album “MAKING THE ROAD,” which sold over a million copies.
The lyrics speak to a friend far away.
With its message of “How are things over there?” it seems perfect for addressing a guy friend.
The high-energy guitar sound really gets your adrenaline going, and the straightforward melody line feels great.
