Moving songs featured in commercials: timeless masterpieces that move the heart

Paint Like a ChildHata Motohiro

Motohiro Hata – Paint Like a Child (JTB Collaboration Movie)

The JCB commercial featuring Nao Matsushita overflows with the charms of a journey you can’t experience at crowded tourist spots, set amid the rich natural scenery of northern Okinawa.

The CM song is “Paint Like a Child,” performed by Motohiro Hata.

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Kenshi Yonezu – LADY

In this Georgia commercial, with the slogan “Every day is quite a drama,” it depicts many wonderful moments found in everyday life.

Watching this ad might even make you want to look for the dramatic moments in your own daily routine.

The background music features Kenshi Yonezu’s song “LADY,” a warm love song that tells a romantic story.

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Fujii Kaze – Garden (Not a MV)

“Garden,” which also drew attention for being released on Fujii Kaze’s birthday, has been featured in a commercial for NatureLab’s Laundrin TEA Fragrance series.

In the ad, beautiful scenery unfolds in sync with Fujii Kaze’s narration.

With “Garden” layered in, the overall impression becomes even more vibrant.

The sweeping lyrics that depict life and his soaring high notes are definite highlights.

By the way, the lyrics actually tie in with the commercial, too.

If you’re curious, take a close look.

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Fujii Kaze – “masshiro” (pure white) [Official Audio]

This is a heart-cleansing medium-tempo ballad filled with kindness and purity.

Released in February 2025, it was written specifically for the i·ro·ha·su commercial “Surely Tomorrow Will Feel Good.” Fujii Kaze’s gentle vocals blend seamlessly with a bossa nova–style rhythm and the sound of acoustic guitar.

The lyrics gently encourage us to keep moving forward, accepting the inevitable farewells and changes in life.

When your heart is weary or you’re about to take a new step, why not immerse yourself in this song?

Beat TogetherAAA

Beat Together AAA

This is a moving song by AAA, an extremely popular co-ed dance and vocal group.

For some reason, it naturally brings tears to your eyes when you listen to it—a true classic.

The track was used in the Lagunasia “Summer Night Pool” commercial and perfectly captures the vibe of a summer night.

It’s a cool song that elevates the atmosphere.

CompassBLUE ENCOUNT

BLUE ENCOUNT “Compass” Music Video [WIRED TOKYO SORA Series Tie-up Song]

BLUE ENCOUNT’s “Compass,” the tie-in track for WIRED’s “TOKYO SORA” series, is an upbeat, catchy, and cool song from an exciting new band.

Its message hits you straight in the heart—simply moving.

I don’t think there’s anyone who could listen to this and not think, “This is the best.”

commemorative photoBUMP OF CHICKEN

BUMP OF CHICKEN “Commemorative Photo”

BUMP OF CHICKEN’s “Kinen Satsuei,” used in Nissin Cup Noodles’ “HUNGRY DAYS: Kiki’s Delivery Service” commercial.

The story-driven animated ad became a hot topic in households across the country.

The boldly aggressive, quintessentially BUMP song is a timeless classic that will forever resonate with young people.