Happy Birthday
Happy Birthday

Stevie Wonder - Happy Birthday Lyrics

R&B/Soul
Apr 22, 2014
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Happy Birthday Music Video

Happy Birthday Lyrics

You know it doesn't make much sense
There ought to be a law against
Anyone who takes offense
At a day in your celebration
'Cause we all know in our minds
That there ought to be a time
That we can set aside
To show just how much we love you
And I'm sure you would agree
What could fit more perfectly?
Than to have a world party on the day you came to be

Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday

Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday

I just never understood
How a man who died for good
Could not have a day that would
Be set aside for his recognition
Because it should never be
Just because some cannot see
The dream as clear as he
That they should make it become an illusion
And we all know everything
That he stood for time will bring
For in peace our hearts will sing
Thanks to Martin Luther King

Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday

Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday

Why has there never been a holiday, yeah
Where peace is celebrated
All throughout the world

The time is overdue
For people like me and you
Who know the way to truth
Is love and unity to all God's children
It should be a great event
And the whole day should be spent
In full remembrance
Of those who lived and died for the oneness of all people
So let us all begin
We know that love can win
Let it out don't hold it in
Say it loud as you can

Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday
Happy birthday
Happy birthday
Happy birthday
Ooh yeah
Happy birthday
Happy birthday
Happy birthday
Happy birthday

We know the key to unity of all people
Is in the dream that you had so long ago (happy birthday)
That lives in all of the hearts of people (happy birthday)
That believe in unity (happy birthday)
We'll make the dream become a reality (happy birthday)
I know we will (happy birthday)
Because our hearts tell us so (happy birthday)

Happy birthday
Happy birthday
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Happy birthday
Happy birthday
Happy birthday

Writer(s): Stevie Wonder
Copyright(s): Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who wrote and performed the song 'Happy Birthday'?

    'Happy Birthday' was written, produced, and performed by Stevie Wonder for the Motown label. It was included in his 1980 album 'Hotter than July'.

  2. What was the purpose of Stevie Wonder writing 'Happy Birthday'?

    Stevie Wonder wrote 'Happy Birthday' to campaign for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday to be recognized as a national holiday in the United States. He used the song to promote the cause and raise awareness for the official recognition of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

  3. When was 'Happy Birthday' by Stevie Wonder released?

    'Happy Birthday' was released as a single in June 1981. While it was not released in the United States, it became one of Wonder's most popular entries in the UK Singles Chart, reaching number two in 1981.

  4. How did 'Happy Birthday' contribute to the creation of Martin Luther King Jr. Day?

    Stevie Wonder used 'Happy Birthday' to advocate for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. He organized rallies, including a key event in Washington on January 15, 1981, to garner support. His ongoing efforts helped lead to President Ronald Reagan signing the King Holiday Bill into law on November 2, 1983.

  5. When was the first official Martin Luther King Jr. Day observed?

    The first official Martin Luther King Jr. Day was observed on January 20, 1986. The holiday is held annually on the third Monday in January to commemorate Dr. King's contributions to civil rights and his legacy of nonviolent activism.

  6. Did Stevie Wonder perform 'Happy Birthday' at any notable events?

    Yes, Stevie Wonder performed 'Happy Birthday' at various notable events, including Nelson Mandela Day at Radio City Music Hall on July 19, 2009, and the Diamond Jubilee Concert in London for the Diamond Jubilee of Elizabeth II. He also sang it to Rosa Parks on her 89th birthday.

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