Happy Birthday! We all know there is one day of the year when you can truly show out and make things all about you. That day is… your birthday, DUH! Your birthday comes one time a year, so you might as well make the most of it. When it’s time for my birthday, I begin thinking about all of the things I want to do and how I want to celebrate. I enjoy being with my friends and family on my birthday every year because I love to celebrate birthdays. So, when it comes to my own, I try to continue the celebration as long as possible.

One important thing for me when it comes to my birthday is finding the perfect caption. If you are anything like me then you know how that birthday post on social media is important. You want the right photo, the right outfit, and the perfect caption! But, you do want it somewhat related to the fact that it’s your birthday. Social media is fun, of course, but on your birthday it’s your day to be in the spotlight.

Sometimes the best lyrics come from some of our favorite songs. It’s the songs we know and love and are all about celebrating your birthday. I have a few months until my birthday, but I decided to help you out with a few song options to use for your birthday. These R&B and hip-hop songs are some that you may know already or some that you may have forgotten about. So, sit back and relax, and celebrate your big day with a great caption!

5 R&B and Hip-Hop Birthday Songs

• Happy Birthday - Stevie Wonder

  A classic! It’s your birthday so if someone isn’t singing this to you already, then you should go ahead and play it for yourself. Stevie Wonder’s version of Happy Birthday is OUR version of Happy Birthday! It never gets old, it’s always going to be in style, and we’re forever going to be okay with hearing it when it’s someone’s birthday. But, here’s a fun fact. Did you know the song was written to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and advocate for the establishment of a national holiday in his name? Even if it’s not your birthday, go ahead and click play just to hear a classic and prep for your birthday!

• Say Aah - Trey Songz

  Ugh, now this one is one of my favorites. Whether it’s my birthday or not, I can truly enjoy this song any day, any time, and any place. But, on your birthday it’s extra special. You can play the song all day on your birthday but there are also plenty of lyrics that would make a great birthday caption for your picture. “Go girl, it’s your birthday!” like come on, you know it’s a must to hear for your special day.

• Big Mama - Latto

  Here’s a new one, but still a great option. The girlies are loving this song this year and I already know they will love this song when it’s time for their birthday because it’s still a trending song. Latto is climbing the charts and she’s got everyone calling her Big Mama! But, when it’s your birthday – then you can be Big Mama! Because when she says “What do I get for my birthday?” it’s the perfect little bop. Then the beat switches and we getting lit to Big Mama the second half of the song. Starting off very cutesy and demure, then it’s a celebration!

• Birthday Cake - Rihanna

  Our favorite bad gyal may not have given us any new music in a while, but we will forever have this birthday pop. Birthday Cake is one of those fun songs that you may not hear often, even in the club, BUT if it’s your birthday then you already know you are down to hear it. It’s a fun song, more pop-based, but we still can catch a vibe when we need to. She does say it’s not even my birthday, but I used to mix it up every year when it is my actual birthday so you can do that too!

• In Da Club - 50 Cent

  Last, but certainly not least, is 50 Cent’s In Da Club. It’s a classic beyond measure when it comes to birthday songs. “Go shawty, it’s ya birthday… we gonna party like it’s your birthday” Come on now! It’s one of those songs that you may not hear often but the moment you hear it on your special day it really takes the cake and pushes you into another gear. Whether you are at the club, in the house, or at a dinner, the song will get the entire party started for sure. So use any part as a caption, use the song itself on your photo, or just sing it on your story because who cares – it’s your day!

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