Ständchen English translation
von Wise Guys

We learned
That a few years ago today
The timing seemed right
And you were quickly delivered
Since then you've been in the world
Nice that you like it here
Happy Birthday

We wish you that lots of nice people
Especially today
Are very close to you
And that they might even give you something
And that they think of you
Because you are the birthday child

We wish you in the new year of life
That what is good remains as it was
And that everything that annoys you
At least doesn't get worse
Happy Birthday


We wish you
That every morning
You start your new day
Cheerful and without worries
And that although you will most likely never
Win the TV lottery
You will gain some new friends

We wish you sunshine in the summer
In winter it should snow endlessly
As long as you, depending on the situation,
Are dressed appropriately
Happy Birthday

And that many people visit you
And bring you delicious cake
Yes, that would be right for us
We hope you say: "Today is a day"
Exactly the way I like it
Having a birthday is not bad

And that you also in the future
Without any complaints, have joy
In the graceful aging
So, in short, and that's why we are here
We congratulate you