"Happy Birthday, Mr. President" is a song sung by actress and singer Marilyn Monroe on Saturday, May 19, 1962, for President John F. Kennedy at a celebration of his forty-fifth birthday, ten days before the actual date (Tuesday, May 29). Monroe sang the traditional "Happy Birthday to You" lyrics in a sultry voice, with "Mr. President" inserted as Kennedy's name.
Monroe continued the song with a snippet from the classic song, "Thanks for the Memory", for which she had written new lyrics specifically aimed at Kennedy.
- Thanks, Mr. President
- For all the things you've done
- The battles that you've won
- The way you deal with U.S. Steel
- And our problems by the ton
- We thank you so much
Lana Del Rey version
Lana Del Rey recreated the performance in the music video for National Anthem where she wore a similar dress to Monroe's and dedicated the song to Rocky, who portrays John F. Kennedy. It was filmed in 2012 and was the music video was released on the 27th of June 2012 and was directed by Anthony Mandler. The part ends with everyone clapping. The clip is was in black and white, with the vintage style frame and special effects.