Happy Birthday Jane
The Enemy Lyrics


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Good mornin' Jane
Happy birthday, once again
What would we do
What would we do without you
Without you

Wake up, the sun is shining
Shining for you
To take all your troubles away
Just for a day
To take all your troubles away
Just for a day
For a day

So goodnight Jane
Happy birthday, once again
Now what will we do
What will we do without you
Without you

Wake up, the sun is shining
Shining for you
To take all your troubles away
Just for a day
To take all your troubles away
Just for a day
For a day

Happy birthday
Happy birthday
Happy birthday, Jane

Happy birthday
Happy birthday
Happy birthday, Jane

Happy birthday
Happy birthday
Happy birthday, Jane

Happy birthday




Happy birthday
Happy birthday, Jane

Overall Meaning

The Enemy's song "Happy Birthday Jane" is a celebratory and upbeat song that wishes their friend Jane a happy birthday. The song starts off with a cheery and cordial greeting, wishing Jane a good morning and a happy birthday "once again", indicating that this is not the first time they have celebrated her birthday. The verse is completed with a question that highlights Jane's importance to them, asking "what would we do without you?". This shows that not only is this a song about a birthday celebration, but it also speaks about the gratitude and appreciation that the band members have for their friend.


The song then proceeds into a chorus that repeats a reassuring message to Jane, that despite any troubles she may have, the sun is "shining for you", and it will take "all your troubles away, just for a day". This is a message of positivity and support for Jane, reminding her that her friends are there for her and that her birthday is a day to set aside any problems and just enjoy the good things in life. The song repeats this chorus twice, emphasizing its importance.


The song ends with a second verse that mirrors the first, wishing Jane a good night and a happy birthday "once again". The verse is completed with a repetition of the question from the first verse, asking "what will we do without you?" once again. The song ends with a repetition of the chorus, wishing Jane a happy birthday in three-part harmony.


Overall, "Happy Birthday Jane" by The Enemy is a joyous and heartfelt celebration of a friend's birthday that highlights the importance of friendship and positivity in our lives.


Line by Line Meaning

Good mornin' Jane
Wishing you a pleasant morning, Jane


Happy birthday, once again
Congratulations on your birthday, for another year


What would we do
How could we manage


What would we do without you
How would we cope without your presence


Without you
In the absence of your company


Wake up, the sun is shining
It's morning, the sun has risen


Shining for you
The sun's light is illuminating your surroundings


To take all your troubles away
To relieve you of all your worries and concerns


Just for a day
Only for the duration of this day


So goodnight Jane
Wishing you a peaceful night, Jane


Now what will we do
What will our next steps be


What will we do without you
How will we manage in your absence


Happy birthday
Pleasant birthday wishes to you


Happy birthday, Jane
Wishing you a wonderful birthday, Jane




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Comments from YouTube:

@SheenasShowtime

one of the most gorgeous songs I've ever listened to ... ♡♡♡

@damoh8143

This gets played every year for the wife.. great tune and yes her name is Jane. Fortunately 😂, thanks for the music, the enemy.. 🙏

@janestaples7705

It’s my birthday today, I listen to this when I wake up every year x 51 today

@williamrashleigh1897

13 years ago use to listen to this song in my bed room at my moms now listening to again bringing memories when I was 18 thinking life was easy lol love the enemy watched them 4 times live

@hairymary1962

so good to see young talent their sound is great you can feel the emotion in their songs

@benacidera3219

I love this song my wife Jane birthday today and really touch my heart.love it

@rock2dream

The perfect song to cope with the loss of a loved one.

@killergamersbyjakeandmax9252

Seen these in Carlisle last weekend. Sad that it's over! 😪 The enemy are amazing

@riccitarpey1604

Very fortunate to see thee enemy live. A classic

@elizondorihuela

got me singing it 24x7, is easy to feel.

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