Popular Western Birthday Songs [Western Music Ranking]
We’re excited to present the latest Top 100 rankings of popular Western birthday songs, all at once, ordered by view count!
There are plenty of Western tracks that are perfect for elevating the mood.
Many famous artists have created songs specifically for birthdays, so you’re sure to find a favorite.
Our playlist is updated weekly.
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Birthday songs in Western music (31–40)
Birthday SexJeremih31rank/position
Rapper Jeremih from Illinois.
In addition to his skills as a rapper, he also has talent as a singer.
These days, he’s also showcasing his abilities as a music producer.
His hit song “Birthday Sex” was the track that helped him break into the ranks of major artists and went on to become a big hit.
As you can probably tell from the title, it’s quite provocative for a birthday song.
It’s recommended as a birthday song for your significant other.
Raise Your GlassP!nk32rank/position
A song that sends a surge of party energy racing through the room the moment you raise your glass.
Released by P!nk in 2010 as a new track on her greatest hits album “Greatest Hits… So Far!!!,” it’s a celebratory toast to those who don’t fit neatly into society’s boxes.
Produced by Max Martin and Shellback, it features a vibrant beat around 122 BPM and a chorus that bursts open with an exhilarating melody.
It reached No.
1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in December 2010, becoming P!nk’s third chart-topper there.
The track also appeared in ads for the film Bridesmaids and in the trailer for New Year’s Eve, and has become a widely loved anthem for celebrations.
With its message that “it’s okay to be yourself,” this song is perfect for anyone planning a birthday party that breaks the mold.
Cheers (Drink To That)Rihanna33rank/position
Raise your glass and celebrate tonight! The perfect song for that mood is Rihanna’s party anthem.
Featured on her 2010 album Loud and released as a single in August 2011, it peaked at No.
7 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
Its catchy hook—sampling Avril Lavigne’s “I’m with You”—sticks in your head and begs to be sung along to.
The groove of the guitars blends seamlessly with Caribbean heat in the beat, letting you feel the weekend’s freedom with your whole body.
With its message of forgetting the bad stuff and toasting the night away, it’s an ideal pick to amp up a birthday party.
It’s also great when you want a chic, grown-up vibe or a lively celebration with friends!
Get Low (feat. Ying Yang Twins)Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz34rank/position
Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz were the driving force that made the crunk style known across the United States.
Armed with explosive energy honed in Atlanta’s club scene, they dominated early-2000s party music.
This track, which they created with the Ying Yang Twins, was included on their 2002 album “Kings of Crunk,” and when it was released as a single in 2003, it became a huge hit, peaking at No.
2 on the Billboard Hot 100.
It’s defined by its heavy, bass-driven beat and irresistible call-and-response that gets your body moving.
It was also featured in the racing game Need for Speed: Underground, making it a familiar tune for gamers as well.
Perfect for parties where you just want to turn up, or lively birthday celebrations.
Put it on when you want to take the crowd’s energy straight to the peak!
HappyPharrell Williams35rank/position
In addition to being a singer and MC, Pharrell Williams is also active as a music producer and fashion designer.
He’s an incredible entertainer who can do it all.
He has been nominated for the Grammy Awards 24 times and has won 7 of them.
Many of you probably recognize his face or his songs.
His hit song “Happy,” released in 2014, topped the charts in 22 countries and is often celebrated as a birthday song.
What’s My Age Again?blink-18236rank/position
Blink-182, who have blazed a trail down the main road of pop-punk, released this song in 1999 as a lead single from the album Enema of the State.
From its ear-catching arpeggiated intro, it plunges straight into a high-velocity, exhilarating chorus—a textbook example of pop-punk done right.
The lyrics self-deprecatingly, yet endearingly, portray a self who can’t quite grow up, expressing the mixed feelings about getting older with plenty of humor.
The track peaked at No.
2 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart and stayed near the top for ten weeks.
Its music video—packed with the band’s prankish antics as they sprint around town—also drew lots of attention.
It’s the perfect song to keep you company in those moments when you hit a birthday and can’t help but chuckle, “Wait, how old am I again?”
It’s My Birthdaywill.i.am, Cody Wise37rank/position
If you’re looking for a unique track to brighten a loved one’s birthday, “It’s My Birthday” is a great pick.
Released in 2014 by rapper will.i.am, also known for his work with The Black Eyed Peas, the song features a deep, exotic-tinged track.
The vibrant, passionate chorus delivered with Cody Wise adds to its charm.
It’s a party anthem that portrays singing, dancing, and striking up conversations with someone special.
Why not use this energetic song as the background music to elevate that once-a-year special day?
Birthday Song ft. Kanye West2 Chainz38rank/position
The rapper 2 Chainz, from College Park, Georgia.
He may not be familiar to the general public, but among hip-hop heads in Japan, he’s considered one of the legends.
His “Birthday Song ft.
Kanye West” is known as his birthday anthem, and it became a major hit, partly because it features internationally popular rapper Kanye West.
It’s recommended for those who find typical birthday songs a bit bland.
Happy Birthday to YouMildred J. Hill, Patty Smith Hill39rank/position
Behind the birth of the birthday song loved around the world lies the story of American sisters Mildred J.
Hill and Patty Smith Hill.
In 1893, the sisters, who were kindergarten teachers, composed a morning greeting song for children.
Born from pure intentions, its melody eventually transformed into a song to celebrate birthdays, passed down across generations and borders.
Recognized by Guinness World Records as the most recognized song in the English-speaking world and translated into 18 languages, it is also famous for being performed by Marilyn Monroe for President J.
F.
Kennedy in 1962.
With its simple, three-beat melody filled with warm wishes, it makes the perfect gift to convey heartfelt feelings on a loved one’s special day.
Happy Birthday to You40rank/position
A standard number beloved around the world and indispensable for birthday celebrations.
Its origins are said to trace back to a greeting song published in 1893 by Patty Hill and Mildred J.
Hill, which over many years took on the form we know today.
The song made major headlines in 2016 when it entered the public domain in the United States, officially becoming a song that can be freely used for celebrations from a legal standpoint.
In 1998, it was even cited by Guinness World Records as “the most recognized song in the English-speaking world,” a testament to its overwhelming fame.
It has been used extensively in films and television, and its simple triple-meter melody makes it easy for anyone to join in spontaneously.
At the climax of a party gathered around the cake, be sure to sing it together with everyone.