生日歌英文(生日歌英语版的歌词怎么写)
Happy Birthday Song in English
Happy birthday to you, happy birthday to you! That famous tune has been sung for many years at countless birthday celebrations around the world. The happy birthday song is a staple at any birthday party, but do you know the story behind it? Let's take a look at the origins of the happy birthday song and its evolution over time.
Early Origins of the Happy Birthday Song
The melody of the happy birthday song was first composed in 1893 by Mildred Hill, a Kentucky schoolteacher, and her sister Patty. Originally, they called it "Good Morning to All" and sang it to their students every day to start the school day. The song's lyrics went as follows:
"Good morning to all,
Good morning to all,
Good morning, dear teacher,
Good morning to all."
The Song's Evolution
Over time, the "Good Morning to All" melody became associated with birthdays. By the early 1900s, people were singing the song with new birthday-themed lyrics, including "Happy Birthday to You." The song was even mentioned in a 1924 Broadway musical called "The Little Show."
By the 1930s, the happy birthday song had become a popular tune sung at birthday parties across America. It was also around this time that the melody was copyrighted, making it illegal to sing the song without paying a licensing fee. The copyright caused some controversy, and in 2015, a judge ruled that the happy birthday song is now in the public domain and free for everyone to use.
The Happy Birthday Song Today
Today, the happy birthday song remains a beloved tradition at any birthday celebration, from intimate family gatherings to large parties with friends. The song has been translated into dozens of languages around the world, and every culture has its own unique birthday traditions.
Whether you're celebrating your own birthday or someone else's, one thing is for sure - the happy birthday song in English will likely be sung at some point during the festivities, carrying on the tradition started more than a century ago by two sisters in Kentucky.
So go ahead, sing along! Happy birthday to you, happy birthday to you!
