Cumpleaños feliz, Cumpleaños feliz, Te deseamos todos, Cumpleaños feliz. Regional Variations
The traditional song is actually "Las Mañanitas," a folk song often performed by Mariachis. It is significantly longer and focuses on the beauty of the morning the person was born. feliz_cumpleanos_original_version_en_espanol
While there are many regional variations, the most common version of the song is a direct translation of the American melody composed by sisters Mildred J. Hill and Patty Hill in 1893. The Spanish lyrics were adapted to fit this world-famous meter, becoming the standard across Spain and Latin America. Standard Lyrics (The "Original" Translation) While there are many regional variations, the most
It is common to sing the "Cumpleaños Feliz" followed immediately by a fast-paced, rhythmic song known as "Ay, qué noche tan preciosa" (Oh, what a beautiful night). Standard Lyrics (The "Original" Translation) It is common