Happy Birthday Sweet Sixteen
Wynners Lyrics

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Tra la la la la la la la
Happy birthday sweet sixteen
Tra la la la la la la la
Happy birthday sweet sixteen

Tonight's the night,
I've waited for
Because you're not a baby any more

You've turned into the prettiest girl I've ever seen
Happy birthday sweet sixteen

What happened to that funny face?
My little tomboy now wears satin and lace
I can't believe my eyes
You're just a teenage dream
Happy birthday sweet sixteen

When you were only six, I was your big brother
Then when you were ten we didn't like each other
When you were thirteen, you were my funny valentine
But since you've grown up the future is sown up
From now on you're gonna be mine
So, if I should smile with sweet surprise
It's just that you've grown up before my very eyes
You've turned into the prettiest girl I've ever seen
Happy birthday sweet sixteen

Tra la la la la la la la
Happy birthday sweet sixteen
Tra la la la la la la la
Happy birthday sweet sixteen

If I should smile with sweet surprise
It's just that you've grown up before my very eyes
You've turned into the prettiest girl I've ever seen
Happy birthday sweet sixteen

Tra la la la la la la la
Happy birthday sweet sixteen
Tra la la la la la la la
Happy birthday sweet sixteen

Tra la la la la la la la
Happy birthday sweet sixteen

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Wynners' song "Happy Birthday Sweet Sixteen" describe a young girl's transition from childhood to adolescence as she celebrates her sixteenth birthday. The song starts off with a cheerful "tra la la" melody emphasizing the excitement and happiness surrounding the occasion. The singer expresses his joy and anticipation for the night, revealing that the girl isn't a baby anymore and has grown into a beautiful young lady. The singer admires the girl, saying she's turned into the prettiest girl he's ever seen.

The second verse focuses on how much the girl has changed over the years. The singer reflects on the little tomboy who now wears satin and lace, and he can't believe his eyes as he sees the girl all dressed up for her special day. He acknowledges their past relationship, mentioning how they didn't like each other when she was ten, but things have changed as she's grown up. The singer seems to suggest that he now sees her in a different light and may have romantic feelings for her. The song concludes with the repeated "tra la la" melody and the singer wishing the girl a happy sixteenth birthday, emphasizing her beauty and his admiration for her.

Line by Line Meaning

Tra la la la la la la la
Excited sounds that convey enthusiasm and joy

Happy birthday sweet sixteen
Congratulations on turning sixteen, a milestone in life

Tonight's the night, I've waited for Because you're not a baby any more
This is an important night that we have been anticipating due to the fact that you are no longer a child

You've turned into the prettiest girl I've ever seen
You have grown into a stunning young woman, and I am in awe of your beauty

What happened to that funny face? My little tomboy now wears satin and lace I can't believe my eyes You're just a teenage dream
I am amazed at how much you have changed since childhood, from quirky tomboy to gorgeous young lady

When you were only six, I was your big brother Then when you were ten we didn't like each other When you were thirteen, you were my funny valentine But since you've grown up the future is sown up From now on you're gonna be mine
We have had our ups and downs, going from close siblings to not getting along, but now that you are older our future looks bright and I am excited to have you as mine

So, if I should smile with sweet surprise It's just that you've grown up before my very eyes You've turned into the prettiest girl I've ever seen
My smile of surprise is due to how quickly and beautifully you have grown up into a stunning young woman

Happy Birthday Sweet SixteenWynners Lyrics

Happy Birthday Sweet Sixteen
Wynners Lyrics