Popular birthday songs: Japanese/J-POP artist ranking [2026]

Happiness ~Since You Were Born~kerakera91rank/position

Kerakera – Happiness ~Since You Were Born~

Through the birth of a baby, this Kerakera number deeply awakens both the joy of becoming a parent and gratitude toward the parents who raised you.

Released as a single in May 2015, it drew attention as a collaboration song with the parenting brand “Tamahiyo.” It carefully portrays the emotions of holding your child for the first time and the parental love that makes even sleepless nights of crying feel precious.

We used to search for happiness somewhere out there, but this song reminds us that true happiness overflows in the everyday moments right in front of us.

A must-listen for moms and dads in the thick of child-rearing.

BirthdayFujifaburikku92rank/position

Birthday Fujifabric

Released by Fujifabric on November 9, 2005, this work features a warm vocal tone and memorable melody.

Its lyrics, filled with feelings for someone special, are perfect for celebrating a birthday.

Included on the album “FAB FOX,” the song was openly declared a favorite by Masahiko Shimura—the vocalist, lyricist, and composer—who passed away at a young age.

It’s a heartwarming birthday song you’ll want to give with gratitude to someone dear on their special day.

Whether for family, a partner, or friends, consider choosing this song to celebrate the birthday of someone important to you.

I’ll surely never forgetOzaki Yutaka93rank/position

Yutaka Ozaki – I Won’t Forget

When you think of songs that celebrate birthdays, you probably get a happy impression.

But there are also songs that celebrate a birthday while telling a sad story.

One I’d like to introduce is “Kitto Wasurenai.” It’s a track included on an album released by Yutaka Ozaki in 1990.

The song portrays the poignant feelings of a man quietly celebrating his loved one’s birthday from far away.

Apparently, the lyrics are based on Ozaki’s real-life experience.

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Ai Kawashima – Happy Birthday!!

A cute birthday song sung with Ai Kawashima’s simple, heartfelt voice, expressing feelings for a friend celebrating their special day.

Many of us probably made promises with our childhood friends like, “Even if we grow up and walk separate paths, let’s always celebrate together,” didn’t we? A relationship where you can keep celebrating each other from childhood isn’t something to be taken for granted.

If you’re lucky enough to have such a friend, why not use this song to wholeheartedly convey your gratitude and well-wishes on their next birthday?

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A birthday that annoys me because I love you too muchHoshino Yuna95rank/position

A Birthday That Makes Me Mad Because I Love You Too Much / Yuna Hoshino [Official Music Video]

Hoshino Yuna’s 3rd single is a track that portrays the complex emotions of love, capturing the feeling of eagerly awaiting a message from someone special on your birthday.

It begins with the absence of a notification right after the date changes, and the lyrics delicately weave together the intensity of affection and the struggle to be honest—truly memorable.

The song was released in November 2023 to coincide with Hoshino Yuna’s own 19th birthday.

Its pop arrangement is also a major draw.

It’s a highly relatable pop tune you’ll want to listen to both as a gift for someone celebrating a birthday and when you want to sort out your own feelings.