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Western songs from the 90s featured in commercials. A roundup of CM songs.

In the Western music scene of the 1990s, countless popular songs emerged across genres—rock, pop, hip-hop, and dance music alike.

Not only were they beloved at the time, but many of these tracks are still cherished by listeners today, and they’ve had a major influence on the music that followed.

You often hear these ’90s hits used in commercials, don’t you?

Because of that, you might recognize the melodies or phrases but not actually know the song titles.

In this article, we’ll introduce a comprehensive list of classic ’90s Western songs that have been used in commercials!

You might finally find that song you’ve thought, “I recognize this, but what is it called?!”

Western songs from the ’90s used in commercials. CM song roundup (31–40)

Run AwayReal McCoy

One of the digital music genres that began to catch on in the early 1990s is Eurodance, characterized by melodious vocals, synthesizer sounds, and driving beats.

Real McCoy is a German Eurodance group best known for their 1994 release “Runaway.” The song was used in a Lexus commercial.

Mizuho Bank 3013 TV commercial

Only IfEnya

Enya – Only If (Official Video)
Only IfEnya
Mizuho Bank commercial featuring Mao Inoue

This commercial features Mao Inoue introducing the sentiment behind Mizuho Group’s slogan, “One Mizuho.” That sentiment is said to be “becoming number one for our customers” and “uniting as one group.” Dressed in outfits that match the brand’s image color, the ad effectively conveys the group’s slogan and concept.

For the background music, they selected Enya’s “Only If,” which is also used in other Mizuho commercials.

Its beautiful strings, vocals, and flowing melody lend an air of elegance and make you feel refreshed as you listen.

If we hold on togetherDiana Ross

Originally a member of the female chorus group The Supremes who later pursued a solo career and became a monumental figure in the R&B world, that would be Diana Ross.

Her classic song “If We Hold On Together,” released in 1991, was also used in commercials, including for Isuzu Motors.

Honda Fit 2007

It’s A Beautiful DayQueen

Queen – It’s A Beautiful Day (Official Lyric Video)
It's A Beautiful DayQueen

“It’s a Beautiful Day” is a 1995 release by Queen, the British rock band notable for its vocalist Freddie Mercury.

The song was used in a Honda Fit commercial.

Time To Say GoodbyeAndrea Bocelli & Sarah Brightman

Andrea Bocelli, Sarah Brightman – Time To Say Goodbye (Live From Teatro Del Silenzio, Italy / 2007)
Time To Say GoodbyeAndrea Bocelli & Sarah Brightman

Sarah Brightman is a British soprano who performed as a musical theater actress until then and has been active as a solo singer since the 1990s.

The duet she released with Andrea Bocelli in 1996 is Time to Say Goodbye.

The song was used in commercials for Subaru and Panasonic.