Complete collection of car commercials and commercial songs. A comprehensive showcase of CM/ads and CM songs for domestic and foreign car brands.
When you watch TV, you probably see a lot of commercials, and among them, car commercials are especially frequent, aren’t they?
That’s no surprise—there are eight manufacturers whose ads are commonly seen in Japan, and when you add overseas brands to the mix, it’s only natural that you’ll come across car commercials often.
What’s more, each manufacturer chooses music that perfectly fits their commercials, and each of those songs often becomes a hot topic with people asking, “Whose song is that?”
In this article, we’ll introduce those buzzworthy car maker commercials along with the songs featured in them.
You’re likely to find a commercial you happened to see—or a catchy song you heard in one of them.
Let’s dive right in.
Latest CM songs (1–10)
lamplightVaundy
This commercial, titled “Being Yourself,” shows the Taft heading out to different places—the city, the sea, and the mountains.
It’s striking how it portrays the car as a partner that takes the driver wherever they want to go, as a natural part of their life.
The background music is Vaundy’s “Tomoshibi,” released in 2020.
Its dynamic ebb and flow make it a captivating track, so be sure to listen to it all the way through.
First kissrikon densetsu
This is an introduction commercial for the Vezel with the memorable tagline “Born for the city.” In addition to highlighting its interior and exterior features, the ad emphasizes how easy it is to drive in urban areas, including a size that makes parking in city lots simple.
Not only is the Vezel shown with a focus on its stylishness, but the visuals themselves are cool and eye-catching.
It’s also notable that the BGM features Rikon Densetsu’s “First Kiss.” Despite lyrics that portray a bittersweet love that tightens the chest, the combination with an up-tempo, stylish track is captivating.
If you listen while reading the lyrics, you may find parts that resonate with your own experiences.
stop-motionPorukadotto Sutingurei
The commercial aired in 2022, titled “The All-New Golf Is Finally Here.” The piece that was used and quickly spread by word of mouth was “Stop Motion.” Even if you don’t immediately remember it, you’ll recognize it when you hear it and think, “Oh, that song.” It’s a track by the rock band Polkadot Stingray.
Its beautiful lyrics, which liken life to stop motion, and its driving melody perfectly matched the vibe of the commercial.
Another reason it drew attention was the overwhelming vocal prowess of Shizuku, the band’s lead singer.
LaylaDerek and the Dominos
This commercial showcases Mitsubishi Motors’ commitment to supporting adventure, depicted through cars racing across different eras and landscapes.
It conveys that achieving performance that supports adventure requires bold challenges on the development side as well, and that the overlap of these two efforts results in a comfortable yet powerful drive.
The music that further accentuates the strength expressed in the visuals is “Layla” by Derek and the Dominos.
With its guitar phrases and rhythms, the song conveys an overall wild atmosphere and evokes a sense of determination to push forward.
migratory bird[Alexandros]
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You often hear [Alexandros]’s “Wataridori” as a movie theme song, a commercial jingle, and in many other tie-ins.
Many people probably remember it from Subaru XV’s “Free You.” commercial.
It’s a great song for when your heart is hurting or when you’re working hard toward a goal, and it’s a number that feels like it cheers on someone’s efforts.
When you feel like you’re about to give up, this uplifting song can make you think, “Maybe I can try a little harder.”
Original songRAY
Promoted as a “just-right-sized SUV” with the message “It feels good to be true to myself right now,” the newly added Mazda CX-30 joins the lineup.
Despite its imposing body, it looks nimble and easy to handle, and its exterior strikes an impressive balance between luxury and sportiness.
The music that sets the tone for this beautifully running car is by a mysterious male singer named Ray.
It’s a very catchy track that blends EDM and rock.
“Does he sound like someone?” It’s just a single phrase, but many people probably felt that way.
Who did he remind you of?
Original songTobinai Masahiro
The new GCL’s commercial song starts with a guitar tone like a countdown at the beginning of a car race.
It sparks an irresistible excitement and anticipation that makes you wonder how it will drive and what features it has.
Once the vocals kick in, the sense of power intensifies, even bordering on imposing.
That very strength may be what makes this car look even more appealing.
The cool way it charges through mountain passes and rough roads feels smart—and that sense of sharpness comes from the power of this melody.
The World feat. Moto from Chilli Beans. & Who-ya ExtendedKERENMI
This commercial, which shows Shizuka Ishibashi inviting an acquaintance for a drive over the phone, is for Honda’s SUV, the VEZEL.
Many viewers were likely captivated by Ishibashi’s expressions as she drives around to various places and enjoys herself.
The background music features a track from KERENMI, a project by Koichi Tsutaya.
The song, featuring Moto and Who-ya, has an urban, light, and lively vibe.
Into The WildGLAY
If you hear the chorus, you’ll go, “Oh, that song from the commercial!”—GLAY’s “Into the Wild.” This track, which was used in Subaru’s LEVORG “ONEDAY” commercial, likely made many people think for a moment, “Wait, is this really a GLAY song?” The song is included on GLAY’s 25th-anniversary best-of album, “REVIEW II ~BEST OF GLAY~,” released in 2020.
With its somewhat exotic and bewitching melody, it’s a track that represents a new frontier for GLAY.
Original songErik Reiff / Maria Hasegawa
This is a commercial introducing the new 2 Series Gran Coupé.
Set to scenes of the car dashing dynamically, the narration emphasizes a comfortable driving experience powered by advanced technology.
Naturally, its beautiful form is also a highlight, and the video captures the car’s appeal in one compelling package.
The BGM is an original track for the commercial by Erik Life and Maria Hasegawa.
Its quality is so high you wouldn’t believe it was created just for a commercial, and the pleasant melody and vocals drew significant attention from viewers.