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'Happy Birthday' by Stevie Wonder -

This groovy upbeat tune is one of the "happiest" birthday songs on this list. The track was released in 1980 as part of a petition to make Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday a holiday.

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'It’s My Party' by Lesley Gore -

Lesley Gore's 1963 tune is a birthday favorite. "It’s my party and I’ll cry if I want to" must be one of the most iconic birthday lyrics of all time.

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'Birthday' by Katy Perry -

Katy Perry's 2013 song is all about making your partner feel special, like it's their birthday every day. This is the perfect song to play for your loved one.  

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'Happy Birthday' by New Kids On The Block -

NKOTB released this track in 1990 as part of their album 'Step by Step.' The lyrics sure have a positive message: "Happy Birthday to you / You’re still young / Age is just a number / Don’t you stop having fun."

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'Birthday' by Selena Gomez -

Selena Gomez' debut studio album, 'Stars Dance,' opens with this track. It's all about having a good time, all the time. The lyrics go: "When I party like that / Every night's my birthday / They don't know, so it's okay / Tell 'em that it's my birthday."

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'Birthday' by Destiny's Child -

Unlike most songs on this list, this one is a ballad. 'Birthday' by Destiny's Child is all about making your partner have an unforgettable birthday day. 

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'Birthday Cake' by Rihanna -

Sure, the "birthday cake" in RiRi's song is not an actual cake, but the tune has got the right vibe for a birthday party, that's for sure!

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'Birthday' by The Beatles -

Written by John Lennon and Paul McCartney, this is such a joyful song to celebrate a birthday. "They say it's your birthday / Well, it's my birthday too, yeah / They say it's your birthday / We're gonna have a good time / I'm glad it's your birthday / Happy birthday to you."

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'Birthday Boy' by Pet Shop Boys -

Whether you interpret the lyrics as being about a birthday, Christmas, or Jesus, it's a cool song to add to your playlist.

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'Birthday Girl' by Lizzo -

Lizzo's 2022 single 'Birthday Girl' is the perfect celebratory song. "Is it your birthday girl? / ‘Cause you’re looking like a present / Is it your birthday girl? / Let’s celebrate it."

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'In Da Club' by 50 Cent -

This 50 Cent party anthem is a favorite among birthday boys and girls. "Go shawty, it’s your birthday / We gon’ party like it’s your birthday / We gon’ sip Bacardi like it’s your birthday."

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'Birthday' by Migos -

Quavo, Offset, and Takeoff mention birthday girls on this track. "Aye who birthday? Put yo' hand up."

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'Ratchet Happy Birthday' by Drake -

'Ratchet Happy Birthday' might not be as upbeat as many of the songs on this list, but it's definitely worth a listen.

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'B-Day Song' by Madonna and M.I.A. -

Madonna and M.I.A. teamed up to bring us this upbeat birthday tune perfect for a singalong. "I'm a happy girl / It's my birthday song, in my happy world / I know it's gonna be a good day / Oh yeah, today is my birthday, huh."

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'Happy Birthday' by Loretta Lynn -

Country music legend Loretta Lynn gives this birthday song a twist by making it about a breakup.

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'Happy Birthday' by "Weird Al" Yankovic -

"Weird Al" Yankovic also has a birthday song, and it's as witty as you'd expect. The lyrics go: "Well, it's time to celebrate your birthday, it happens every year / We'll eat a lot of broccoli and drink a lot of beer / You should be good and happy that there's something you can eat / A million people every day are starving in the street."

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'Happy Birthday Beautiful' by Pentatonix feat. Ringo Starr -

Acapella group Pentatonix teamed up with the Beatles' drummer Ringo Starr for this beautiful birthday song. 

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'Birthday' by Usher and Zaytoven -

Usher and Zaytoven bring us the perfect R&B tune for birthday girls. 

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'It's My Birthday' by will.i.am. Feat. Cody Wise -

will.i.am. and Cody Wise remind us that it's okay to spend our money and live our fantasy on our birthdays. 

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'Happy Birthday' by Kygo feat. John Legend -

The Norwegian DJ teamed up with singer-songwriter John Legend to bring us this birthday tune. The song is written from the perspective of a father singing to his daughter.

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'Happy Birthday, Mr. President' by Marilyn Monroe -

Marilyn Monroe's rendition of 'Happy Birthday' to JFK will surely make you feel like a president (regardless if you're a Mr. or not!). 

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'Birthday' by Anne-Marie -

Anne-Marie sings about feeling special on one's birthday. The lyrics go: "It's my birthday / I'ma do what I like / I'ma eat what I like / I'ma kiss who I like / It's my birthday / I'ma do what I like / I'ma wear what I like / I'ma party tonight."

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'Birthday' by Kings of Leon -

This 2010 song by American rockers Kings of Leon is all about partying like it's your birthday. Of course, you can play this one on your actual birthday too!

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'Birthday Song' by 2 Chainz feat. Kanye West -

All 2 Chainz wants for his birthday is a voluptuous woman, and there is nothing wrong with that. 

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'It's My Dog's Birthday' by T-Pain -

One's dog's birthday is always a special occasion, right? Of course, the celebration extends to the owner and friends. "It's my dawg birthday, yeah (Birthday) / We gon' do whatever we want."

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'Birthday' by The Lumineers -

Released in 2022, this song is a good addition to your birthday playlist. "It's alright, it's alright, it's alright, it's your birthday, dear (it's alright)."

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'Birthday' by K. Michelle -

The R&B singer released 'Birthday' in 2017. K. Michelle sings about making her partner having special time on his special day. 

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'Birthday' by Twista -

This is such a great birthday party tune! "Somebody in here, it's your birthday (it's your birthday) / Everybody move like it's your birthday."

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'Birthday' by All Time Low -

'Birthday' by All Time Low is a cool alternative rock tune to express your attraction towards someone, by singing: "I need you like cake on my birthday."
Sources: (Billboard) (Yardbarker)
See also: The best breakup songs of all time

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