[Classic Hits of the 70s] A Compilation of Western Songs Used in Commercials
When it comes to Western music from the 1970s, there were so many timeless classics that are still loved today.
Many of those popular songs have been used in TV commercials in Japan since back then.
And in recent years, quite a few of them have been newly featured in commercials again.
In this article, we’ll give you a comprehensive introduction to 1970s Western songs that have been used in commercials so far.
As we gathered the tracks featured in commercials, we ended up with a wonderful collection of masterpieces, so take this opportunity to find some new favorites!
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[Classic Hits of the 70s] A compilation of Western songs used in commercials (41–50)
Sky Highjigsaw
A number released in 1975 by the British pop group Jigsaw.
In Japan, it’s very famous as the entrance theme for professional wrestler Mil Máscaras.
The song was originally produced as the theme for the 1975 action film “Sky High,” and it reportedly reached No.
3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No.
9 on the UK Singles Chart.
It was also used as the commercial song for Kirin Happoshu Smooth.
Morning has BrokenCat Stevens
A signature classic by British singer-songwriter Cat Stevens, who was especially active in the 1970s.
The Japanese title is “Ame ni Nureta Asa” (literally, “A Morning Wet with Rain”).
The piano is played by Rick Wakeman of Yes.
The song has also been used in commercials for Canon Digital EOS Technology, FANCL, AC Japan (Japan Stroke Association), Suntory (beer business ads), and ENEOS.
CLAIRGilbert O`Sullivan
A hit number by Irish singer-songwriter Gilbert O’Sullivan.
It was used as the commercial song for Toyota’s Vista.
The track is a tender ode to an uncle and his young niece; the real-life Claire was the young daughter of O’Sullivan’s producer-manager, and you can hear the little girl’s giggle at the end of the song.
It’s a warmly soothing number that leaves you feeling very happy.
The HustleVan McCoy and the Soul City Symphony
A smash-hit disco track by Van McCoy & The Soul City Symphony.
Many of you may have danced the night away to this song, right? It was featured in commercials for companies such as Suntory Protein Water, Torabayu job magazine, and Fujifilm.
Always Look on the Bright Side of Life
This series of commercials, set in various scenes like a foot reflexology massage, a batting center, and an escalator, all convey the message that Recruit Agent is recommended for career changes.
Many viewers were likely drawn in by the subtly surreal atmosphere each spot has.
The background music is an arranged version of “Always Look on the Bright Side of Life” by the British comedy group Monty Python.
The song was created as the theme for the 1979 film Monty Python’s Life of Brian, and it’s popular overseas as a choral piece.
