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Question of the Day #153 · August 23, 2026

The world's most recognizable song, 'Happy Birthday to You,' was originally written in 1893 as a greeting for what specific group?

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A kindergarten class

The familiar melody was published in 1893 with the words “Good Morning to All,” a classroom greeting created by sisters Mildred and Patty Hill for kindergarteners. The birthday lyrics appeared later, transforming the tune into the globally familiar celebration song.

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