Lyrics/Vocals Harvey-O'Keefe
Happy birthday it's amazing, it's your 18th one.
You came out with a roar in 2004, the day of all the weather.
You've always been good tempered and funny,
kind smart and clever.
You spent your toddling years with shoulder length curls.
Now it's long and black like an anime.
All your clothes are really big like a teenage David Byrne, you work at the docks on Saturdays.
CH:Wherever you go, whatever you do
always know that we love you
Phone us up if you need help
and come home if you want to.
Scouts and squash and basketball, skateboards, climbing, pool
You can play the trumpet, ride a bike, swim, surf, driving too.
CH:
When you were a baby you had an enormous smile.
Now your laughter fills our house like joyful gunfire.
Should have made a birthday card, these rhymes are just as bad.
Luckily I had your Mum to help me, Love from Dad
CHx2
@thedutchwidows Feb 2022
Excellent! A birthday card would have been quicker, but this is nicer and will mean more. Really nice performance - sounds ensemble-ish. Enjoyed it!
@tseaver Feb 2022
Wonderful birthday card! Such great memories to share, and a fun vibe. "Joyous gunfire" is a great line.
@trolls2 Feb 2022
I love this!! Reminds me of the Beatles and the description of the birthday person growing up is so fun. the love of the singer for the birthday celebrated is so palpable.