Sing Along in Italian: The Complete Guide to “Tanti Auguri a Te” (Happy Birthday Lyrics)

Whether you are planning a surprise party for an Italian-speaking friend, brushing up on your cultural vocabulary, or simply curious about how the rest of the world celebrates around the cake, learning the birthday song in Italian is a joyful and effortless experience.

The most famous Italian birthday song is called “Tanti Auguri a Te”, and it shares one major secret with the English version: the tune is identical. Once you know the melody, all you need to learn are the words!

1. The Standard Italian Birthday Lyrics

The lyrics are a direct, warm-hearted expression wishing someone a multitude of good wishes. Here is the standard version sung at almost every Italian birthday gathering:

Italian:
Tanti auguri a te,
Tanti auguri a te,
Tanti auguri a [Name],
Tanti auguri a te!

English Translation:
Many wishes to you,
Many wishes to you,
Many wishes to [Name],
Many wishes to you!

How to Pronounce It:

• Tanti auguri a te: Tahn-tee ow-goo-ree ah teh
• A [Name]: Simply insert the birthday person’s name on the third line (