Cheer songs used in commercials. Popular CM tracks and commercial songs.
Songs featured in TV commercials have a strange way of sticking in our memories, don’t they? Cheer songs in particular not only shape the image of a company or product, but also deliver messages that resonate with viewers.
Many of you have probably had the experience of feeling energized by an upbeat melody or encouraged by moving lyrics.
In this article, we’ll present a roundup of cheer songs that have been used in commercials so far.
There are plenty of classics that lift our spirits, so we hope you’ll find a new favorite.
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Cheer songs used in commercials. Popular CM tracks, commercial songs (21–30)
Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO
Since its release in 2017, SHISHAMO’s “Ashita mo,” one of the band’s signature songs, has continued to be loved and has been featured in multiple commercials.
In 2017, it was used in a DOCOMO student discount commercial, and in 2025 it was featured again in a Mitsuya Cider commercial.
The Mitsuya Cider ad used a special collaboration version with Erika Ikuta and SHISHAMO, which became a hot topic.
Many people have likely found courage in the lyrics’ message—encouraging us to keep doing our best tomorrow, even with everything that happens in our daily lives.
Que sera, seragagaga supi
This memorable IYEMON commercial features Ace saying, “Once you know, there’s no going back,” and Teruya accepting it.
It’s promoted with the tagline “Tea in which Kyoto time flows,” and the CM indeed shows Kyoto scenery in the background.
The BGM is Keserasera, a song written specifically for this commercial—an upbeat track that pairs forward-looking lyrics with an irresistibly bright melody.
Stay true to your original intention.AKASAKI
AKASAKI’s “Shoshi Kantetsu” (“Carry Through Your Original Intent”) was released in 2025 and was used in an ASICS commercial supporting student athletes dedicated to their club activities.
The track features a striking, floaty beat, and its gently layered vocals emphasize the song’s message.
As the title suggests, it expresses the resolve to stick to one’s initial conviction, conveying an encouraging message to keep moving forward even when the right answer isn’t clear.
The commercial highlights the feet to depict effort in sports, giving the impression of communicating the act of taking that first step and continuing onward.
full swingZa Kuromaniyonzu
This song, with its strikingly straightforward message, is a track by The Cro-Magnons included on the album “JAMBO JAPAN,” released in October 2025.
It’s a song that cheers you on to “go all in and take on challenges without worrying about appearances.” As the title suggests—“you’ve got to start by trying, and if you do it, do it wholeheartedly without holding back”—its direct message has surely encouraged many listeners.
The song was featured in a Rakuraku Cloud commercial depicting Kenichi Takitō, Natsuko Yokozawa, and Mone Kamishiraishi working hard in an office.
Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI
“Saikou Toutatsuten” (The Highest Point) was released in September 2023 and was also used as the opening theme for the anime ONE PIECE.
It gives you courage by portraying someone who accepts their own weakness and strives to become stronger.
I’m sure many people found support in its message: “Let’s climb together toward the highest point.” The song was featured in a commercial for the suit brand ORIHICA in December 2025.
It was a freshmen-oriented ad starring Mizuki Kayashima and Taiyu Fujiwara.
Growin’ UpIde Ayaka
This song, used in a Pantene commercial that aired in the fall of 2012, is by singer-songwriter Ayaka Ide.
“Growin’ Up” was released in September 2012.
It carries a positive and powerful message about accepting change, growing, and seizing a better tomorrow than today.
When you’re feeling down or hesitating to take a new step, it’s a track that will surely support your heart.
From me to youGalileo Galilei
In the Benesse Shinken Seminar university entrance exam commercials, “Basketball” and “Pull-up,” the way students face the exam is depicted through scenes of playing basketball and doing pull-ups.
The catchy line “Your rival is always within yourself” leaves a strong impression, and anyone who has experienced university entrance exams will likely relate.
It’s a passionate commercial with a message that really hits home.
The BGM chosen for this CM is Galileo Galilei’s “From Me to You.” Its lyrics, portraying the struggle of confronting oneself while striving to move forward, are sure to give you a push.