To sing "Happy Birthday," you follow a simple melody with the lyrics: Happy
Birthday to you,
Happy Birthday to you,
Happy Birthday dear [name],
Happy Birthday to you. The song is typically sung in a cheerful and
celebratory tone. You can personalize it by inserting the name of the birthday
person in the third line. The melody is well-known and easy to learn, often
taught by singing it several times to get comfortable. For a more complete
experience, some versions add a few extra lines wishing good luck and
happiness: From good friends and true,
From old friends and new,
May good luck go with you,
And happiness too. Singing "Happy Birthday" is usually done in a joyful
manner, often with clapping or celebratory gestures to make the moment special
for the birthday person.
If desired, you can also sing harmonies or slightly vary the tune for a richer sound, but the basic melody and lyrics are what make the song universally recognized.
