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The Story of 'Happy Birthday to You'

Stuff You Missed in History Class

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The History and Evolution of 'Happy Birthday to You'

This chapter explores the origins of the song 'Happy Birthday to You' and its transformation from 'Good Morning' to 'Happy Birthday.' It discusses the absence of public performance rights for composers in 1893 and the debate surrounding the song's lyrics, as well as its popularity in radio and talkies.

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