80s commercial songs. A roundup of Japanese songs from the 80s that have been used in commercials.
In this article, we’ll be introducing, all at once, the songs that were used in commercials aired in the 1980s, as well as 80s tracks that have been featured in commercials over the years!
Speaking of 80s music, a wide variety of artists—bands, female idols, singer-songwriters—burst onto the scene, and all of them gained tremendous popularity.
Countless songs were used in commercials, and many timeless classics that are still loved today were born during this era.
We’ve picked a wide range, from staple tunes you still hear often to hidden gems you might not have heard in a while, so please take this opportunity to listen closely and enjoy.
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80s commercial songs. A compilation of Japanese pop songs from the 80s used in commercials (21–30)
Get WildTM NETWORK
This is a commercial that introduces what Car Sensor is, set in a world reminiscent of City Hunter.
Nana O plays it stylishly, interweaving illustrations as she takes on a bulletin board request to “find a used car.” When Robert Akiyama performs similar moves, he does them in an exaggerated way to create a humorous contrast.
TM NETWORK’s “Get Wild” further amplifies the stylish mood of the visuals.
Well-known as the theme song of City Hunter, the track’s cool sound evokes the lights of the city at night, and its gradually building arrangement is a major part of its appeal.
RunawayShaneruzu
It was released in 1980 as the debut single by Chanels.
The song was used in a commercial for Pioneer’s boombox “Runaway,” and despite being their first release, it became a huge hit, selling 1.1 million copies.
Initially, only one chorus was recorded for the commercial, but once the decision was made to release it on record, it was quickly produced as a standard single.
80s commercial songs. A roundup of 1980s Japanese pop songs used in commercials so far (31–40)
Runnerbakufū suranpu
It was released in 1988 as Bakufu Slump’s 12th single.
Chosen as the theme song for Hitachi Video’s “MASTACS” commercial, it became one of Bakufu Slump’s signature tracks and was also performed at the 39th NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen.
Even today, it’s widely loved and used as background music at events like school sports days, making it a well-known song.
Caribbean in LoveOginome Yōko
It was released in 1985 as Yoko Oginome’s fifth single.
The song was used in a Kao “Biore U” commercial featuring Yoko Oginome herself, with the ad filmed in Guam.
It is also a staple cheer song in Japanese high school baseball.
Although it peaked at No.
24 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart, it is a well-known track.
TIME ZONEotoko
“TIME ZONE” is the third single by the rock band Otokogumi.
It was released in February 1989 and reached number one on the Oricon weekly chart.
It ranked 16th on the year-end chart and was used in a Seiko commercial.
Paradise GalaxyHikaru GENJI
“Paradise Ginga” is Hikaru GENJI’s third single, released in March 1988, and it was used as the commercial song for Seibuen Yuenchi.
It topped the Oricon charts for five consecutive weeks and won the Grand Prix at the 30th Japan Record Awards.
I Love You,SAYONARAChekkāzu
It was released in 1987 as The Checkers’ 12th single.
The song was used in a commercial for the SEIKO “Avenue” wristwatch, in which the band members also appeared.
They performed this song at the 38th NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen, and it was also included in the “Farewell Medley” at the 43rd NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen, which was The Checkers’ final stage appearance.