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Happy Birthday Song
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Jul 20, 2026 updated
Verified editorial review
JJ Heller's 'Happy Birthday, Boat Song!' is a gentle, heartfelt birthday greeting that celebrates a person's life and worth. The lyrics affirm the listener's value, expressing love and appreciation for who they are. The song emphasizes that the person is a gift to those around them and encourages them to shine brightly. While it contains warm, positive sentiments, it does not explicitly reference God, Jesus, or Christian faith. The message is universal and could be used in any context, making it a general celebration song rather than a Christian worship or faith-based piece.
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Another year older
Look how far you've come
All the way around the sun
Here's to the memories
Still yet to be made
And here's to all the good ol' days
Let me say
You are loved
I don't say it near enough
Light up all the candles
May your wish come true
You're worth celebrating
Happy birthday to you
You are a gift to the people you know
'Cause who you are is beautiful
Here's to this moment
Here's to you my friend
The only you that's ever been
Let me say
You are loved
I can't say it near enough
Light up all the candles
May your wish come true
You're worth celebrating
Happy birthday to you
You make the world a better place
You shine so bright
Light up all the candles
May your wish come true
You're worth celebrating
Happy birthday
Happy birthday to you