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Popular Birthday Songs: Western Music Artist Rankings [2026]
Various birthday songs have been released and become popular not only in Japan but around the world.
This time, we’re introducing a ranked list of Western birthday songs that are popular worldwide—all at once!
Check out which songs people around the world use to celebrate birthdays.
Western music artists with birthday songs (1–10)
Ratchet Happy BirthdayDrake1rank/position
Drake, the world-renowned superstar from Toronto, Canada, continues to dominate the charts with his style that moves fluidly between rapping and singing.
Featured on his album Scorpion, released in June 2018, this track has a distinctive languid mood that sets it apart from typical celebration songs.
His longtime collaborator PARTYNEXTDOOR also contributed to the production, resulting in a sound that evokes the hollow, bittersweet afterglow of a party.
It resonates deeply as a message to someone with whom you share a complex relationship—something that can’t be conveyed with straightforward words.
Give it a listen when you want to set the tone for a slightly bitter, sophisticated night.
22Taylor Swift2rank/position
Evolving from a country songstress into a global pop icon, Taylor Swift continues to captivate listeners with genre-defying music.
This track, beloved as a single from the album Red, is an exuberantly bright party tune themed around the freedom and exhilaration unique to being 22.
In addition to the original version released in October 2012, Red (Taylor’s Version), featuring re-recorded tracks, arrived in November 2021 and remains as popular as ever.
It’s perfect for nights when you want to dress up and go wild with friends like in the music video, and of course for birthday celebrations.
It’s sure to create the happiest moments—so be sure to crank it up with your favorite people!
BirthdayKaty Perry3rank/position
Singer-songwriter Katy Perry captivates audiences around the world with her powerful vocals and colorful aesthetic.
She’s also extremely popular in Japan.
Among her songs, the one I recommend for celebratory occasions is this track from the album “Prism.” Released as a single back in 2014, it features a dazzling disco-inspired sound that lifts the spirit.
Its unique music video—where she sneaks into a real party in special-effects makeup—also drew attention, and the song hit No.
1 on the U.S.
Billboard Dance Club Songs chart.
If you want to hype up the guest of honor or convey congratulations to a friend, give it a spin.
Happy Birthday NicolaAll Seeing I4rank/position
All Seeing I is a British electronic music group.
They have produced remixes for many artists, including the rock band Pulp.
The lyrics of this song were written by Pulp’s frontman, Jarvis Cocker.
BirthdayAll Time Low5rank/position
All Time Low, the popular pop-punk band, released “Birthday” in 2018—a sweet and cute birthday song that’s perfect for celebrating a special day.
The lyrics express deep desire and affection for a loved one through the metaphor of “needing you like a birthday cake,” making it irresistibly romantic.
True to the band’s style, the emotional lyrics match perfectly with the upbeat pop-rock sound, making this track an ideal gift to liven up a special someone’s birthday party.
The song also made waves for a clever gesture in which the band surprised fans by sending a link to the track along with a birthday cake on their birthdays.
It’s a highly recommended English-language birthday song that people of all ages can enjoy.