SA Loves New Version of Spur Birthday Song as Restaurant Comes Alive
- A birthday celebration video from Spur went viral, showing staff bringing a fresh spark to a well-known tradition
- The celebration had more than just the birthday table smiling, with the entire restaurant caught up in the vibe
- Many online say the updated song feels uniquely South African and could mark a new chapter for the chain
South Africans are loving a viral Spur video where a simple birthday song turned into something far more lively and local.
Source: TikTok
Birthday traditions at Spur are famous across the country, but this time, something new unfolded at a Johannesburg branch. What was meant to be an ordinary 11th birthday turned into a full-blown moment that made the American guests currently visiting South Africa feel really special.
Spur has long been the go-to family restaurant for birthdays. The classic jingle, clapping, and tray-drumming are etched into childhood memories. But in a video posted by TikTok user @kenyabktrading, staff went off-script, adding rhythm and harmonies that gave the moment a proudly Mzansi flavour.
Spur’s famous birthday tradition gets a twist
The birthday boy’s smile said it all as the team’s energy spread through the restaurant. Diners clapped along, creating a shared atmosphere of celebration. Viewers online praised the change, saying it gave new life to a tradition many already loved.
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It was proof that Spur’s magic is about more than food; it’s about shared memories. And if this new version of the song catches on, it could become the start of a new tradition that feels just as South African as the original.
In the comment section, South Africans applauded the spirit of ubuntu that shone through the birthday song, saying it captured the warmth and unity that make Mzansi celebrations so unique. American viewers also joined the conversation, with several saying they now wished they could celebrate their birthdays at a South African Spur, noting that it is something they can’t find back home.
Source: TikTok
Mzansi reacted to the video
Portia Ngwenya said:
"Which Spur is this? I'm gonna go and say it's my birthday. I need some cheering up."
Nokwanda Khoza said:
"Like this version of the Spur song, Happy Birthday. 🤗"
Babes said:
"Will never trade South Africans for any other. Love my Mzansi people. 💯🙏"
The Black Pimpernel said:
"The African drum is something else. ♥️"
Deidre said:
"True South African style."
Zee_ntle said:
"I'm so glad he enjoyed. 💕"
Heem722 said:
"Okay, okay; celebrating son's birthday. I love that. I wish celebrations were like this over here in the States. Wow, so much love over there in South Africa. I love it. 💚😇"
Kaybee said:
"Ubuntu. 🔥"
Check out the TikTok video below:
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