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A roundup of Apple commercial songs packed with sophisticated tracks

Apple products like iPhone and iPad—and even Mac, AirPods, and Apple Watch—have become a familiar part of our lives, haven’t they? We also often see Apple commercials, and their sleek visuals frequently catch our attention.

The songs chosen to match the stylish image of Apple products often become talking points as well, and you may have found yourself curious about a track while watching a commercial.

In this article, we’ll introduce all the songs that have been used in Apple commercials so far.

They’re all wonderful, so be sure to find a favorite!

A roundup of Apple’s CM songs packed with sophisticated tracks (191–200)

Apple iPhone 8 Plus “Portraits of Her”

This Strange EffectThe Shacks

The Shacks – This Strange Effect (Official Music Video)
This Strange EffectThe Shacks

This commercial introduces the Portrait mode featured on the iPhone 8 Plus.

In the first half, it shows a woman walking while singing; in the latter half, it highlights the features of Portrait mode by photographing the woman and changing the background.

The woman appearing in the commercial is Shannon Wise, the vocalist of the band The Shacks, who performed the featured song “This Strange Effect.” Her whisper-like vocals are striking, and the sound has a pleasant, slightly nostalgic feel.

ouiJeremih

Jeremih – oui (Official Audio)
ouiJeremih

A lyrical love song released in 2015 by American singer-songwriter Jeremih.

It reached No.

2 on the U.S.

charts and was certified platinum.

It was used in Apple TV’s commercial “The Kiss.”

La Virgen de la MacarenaArturo Sandoval

Arturo Sandoval – La Virgen de la Macarena (Audio)
La Virgen de la MacarenaArturo Sandoval

Arturo Sandoval is a Cuban-born jazz trumpeter.

After a successful career with his homeland’s state-run band, he defected to the United States and later became a naturalized citizen.

The piece he performs, La Virgen de la Macarena (Japanese title: “The Maiden of Macarena”), was used as the commercial song for Apple’s iPhone 7 “Dive” ad.

Apple iPhone 11 Pro / iPhone 11 “Stairway to the Moon” Edition

FolktaleMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE – Folktale【LIVE from 『EDEN no SONO』】
FolktaleMrs. GREEN APPLE

The song used in SoftBank’s iPhone commercial where Suzu Hirose climbs a ladder reaching up to the moon is “Folktale” by Mrs.

GREEN APPLE.

Included as the B-side to the single “Boku no Koto,” this track was reportedly created with the aim of being fun for everyone to sing together.

True to that intent, it features a gentle melody that seems perfect for group sing-alongs at live shows.

The title “Folktale” means a traditional folk story, and as the name suggests, the lyrics portray how people have always lived, learned, and walked forward together.

Listening to it somehow puts you in a warm, gentle mood!

A roundup of sophisticated songs featured in Apple commercials (201–210)

Apple iPhone 14 Pro “Crash Test”

You Can’t Hurt Me No MoreGene Chandler

Gene Chandler – You Can’t Hurt Me No More 1966
You Can't Hurt Me No MoreGene Chandler

This commercial starts off with a car suddenly being launched into the air—a slightly surreal setup meant to showcase the durability of the iPhone 14 Pro through a crash test.

After a close-up of the dummy’s face inside the car during the test, the shot of the unscathed iPhone really leaves an impression.

The background music is Gene Chandler’s “You Can’t Hurt Me No More,” a wonderful classic with tear-jerking melodies and lyrics that depict a bittersweet breakup.

Apple iPhone 13 “Run Baby Run” Version

Chitty BangLeikeli47

Leikeli47 – Chitty Bang (Audio)
Chitty BangLeikeli47

The commercial featuring striking footage of a baby rampaging around with an iPhone 13—terrifying for us iPhone users—uses Leikeli47’s “Chitty Bang.” Leikeli47 is an American musician who performs with her face covered, and this track naturally gets your body moving; it makes you want to go wild like the baby in the ad.

If you’re feeling stressed and want to blow off some steam, you might feel refreshed by moving your body to this song as hard as you can!

Apple iPhone 14 / iPhone 14 Plus “New Yellow” Edition

Banana SplitLio

The Apple iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus “New Yellow” spot unfolds with visuals that blend animation and reality.

The song featured in this contemporary-feeling commercial is “Banana Split,” released in 1979 by Rio, a singer from Portugal.

Paired with her supple vocals, the track is crafted as an electronica piece rich with resonant synth tones.

It’s a perfect match for this unique commercial that transforms reality into an animated world and portrays a protagonist who truly stands out.