Lyrics

[Intro – a cappella with soft hums and fingerpicked guitar]
You were born with a heart so kind
Now you’re stepping into your shine
Thirteen candles, still that spark
CX, this is your song from the heart

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[Verse 1 – Guitar groove + light bass, background “mmm” under lead]
CX, you already know
You’ve got a light this world can’t slow
You move with peace, but your steps are strong
You’ve been growing right where you belong

You’re our son, our pride, our joy
More than just a thirteen-year-old boy
Big brother, friend, and grandson too
We’re all better just ‘cause of you

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[Chorus – Group harmonies, claps, upbeat strumming]
Happy birthday, CX — shine your way
You’ve got a fire that won’t fade away
You’re kind, you’re brave, you’re soft and wise
You bring the sun when you arrive

From mama’s hug to kuya’s hand
You walk your path just like you planned
So blow those candles, light your spark
You’re thirteen strong — you’ve got the heart

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[Verse 2 – Vocal bounce with background “na-na-na”]
They call you Kalbo, but we see a crown
You take the teasing and you turn it around
You laugh with love, and it makes us see
That strength comes from humility

You speak with care, you lead with heart
You lift your friends, you play your part
A nephew, a brother, a friend so true
CX, the world shines brighter with you

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[Bridge – A cappella, snaps, 3-part harmony]
You don’t need to run their race
You don’t need to hide your face
Every piece of who you are
Was made to rise, made to go far

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[Chorus – Full band, harmonies, claps]
Happy birthday, CX — go on and grow
You’ve got a heart this world should know
From every hug to every fight
You stand for truth, you shine your light

You’re not just thirteen — you’re made to lead
To love, to rise, to plant the seed
From son to friend, your path is long
CX forever — you thirteen strong

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[Final Outro – A cappella, layered harmony]
CX forever — you thirteen strong
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