The thought of you behind the wheel of a car
is something that’s really quite bizarre.
However, I’ll say in any case,
I hope you have a birthday that’s a real ace!
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When you hop in your first car,
you might think you’re going very far.
While we are here to wish you a birthday that’s the best,
before you go anywhere, you need to pass your road test.
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Some people say that 16 is really sweet.
You must be someone they haven’t had the pleasure to meet.
Although you often find your way to a grumpy attitude,
here’s to a happy birthday for you, dude.
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When we were little, we played to play with dolls and toys.
Now, my dear, you can’t quite seem to keep your eyes off those boys.
Even though your 16th birthday has finally come your way,
you’re going to have to save those flirtations for another day!
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When you were young, you told me you’d be an adult at 16.
Well, happy birthday to you, but I can’t quite understand what you mean!
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I want to wish you a very happy birthday,
but I have an even more important message to say.
The year of 16 better not be all about
trying to take those car keys and sneaking out!
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Back in the day
when in the sandbox you would play,
you told me you’d always be by my side.
Now that you’ve grown older, it looks like you just want to drive!
No matter how near or far you roam,
we’ll wish you a happy birthday from your loving home!
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The teenager years have been filled with new journeys and trials.
And soon, the road ahead of you will be filled with many miles.
On this day, in celebration of your birth,
we’d like to remind you of how much you are worth.
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Taking those car keys and heading out on the road and the streets
is something of value, something my birthday gift simply cannot beat.
While the wind is in your hair and the radio plays a tune that you love,
remember to drive safely, and take our birthday greeting with love.
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This morning, you woke up filled with excitement and joy.
Ten years ago, you would’ve felt this way about a new toy.
This morning was different though. Oh yes, indeed.
You were hoping to find something to give you a bit more speed.
Well, my child, you’re going to have to wait
a car is not the gift you’ll get to celebrate.
Practice makes perfect, or so they say,
but we’ll still wish you a very happy birthday this day!
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This is a year that will be so sweet,
and some will say you simply cannot have it beat.
But before you go out to celebrate your big day,
send Momma and Poppa some hugs and kisses this way.
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Happy birthday to someone who is so sweet.
Happy birthday to someone who I’m proud to meet.
Happy birthday to someone who’s about to embark
on the expedition of learning to parallel park!