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[Topic] An ultra-stylish commercial jingle: the secrets behind the catchy track

Commercials you often see not only on TV but also on the internet.

Isn’t the music and melody, not just the visuals, one of the most striking elements? There are countless wonderful commercials where stylish visuals and sophisticated tunes match perfectly, instantly capturing your attention.

In this article, we’ll introduce chic commercial songs that will make you stop and listen.

If there’s a track you happened to hear and were curious about, be sure to look it up.

[Topic] An ultra-stylish commercial jingle: the secrets behind the intriguing track (111–120)

Suntory Kinmugi Sour: “Seriously? Seriously.” version / “Didn’t see that coming.” version

Bittersweet SambaHerb Alpert

This commercial announces the launch of a malt-based sour from Kinmugi, a brand famous for its happoshu.

The ad features Hana Kuroki, who expresses her genuine surprise at the flavor.

The background music is Bittersweet Samba, a staple in Kinmugi commercials and well-known as the theme song of the radio program All Night Nippon.

You Remind Me of HomeBen Gibbard

A track that sings about teenage puppy love.

It’s included on the EP “Home Volume V,” released by Ben Gibbard, the frontman of Death Cab for Cutie, and Andrew Kenny of The American Analog Set.

It was used in a Dell laptop commercial.

The Choice Is YoursBlack Sheep

Black Sheep – The Choice Is Yours (Official Music Video)
The Choice Is YoursBlack Sheep

A track released in 1991 by Black Sheep, a hip-hop duo from Queens, New York.

It samples Iron Butterfly’s 1969 track “Her Favorite Style.” It has been used in many forms of media, including commercials for the Kia Soul.

Say La LaKeegan DeWitt

Keegan DeWitt is an American singer-songwriter and actor active since 2000.

He is also known for composing music for many films.

This energetic track was used in a 2013 commercial for JC Penney and Joe Fresh.

ReptiliaThe Strokes

The Strokes – Reptilia (Official HD Video)
ReptiliaThe Strokes

A track released in 2004 by The Strokes, an indie rock band from New York.

In 2011, it was selected by NME magazine as one of the “150 Best Tracks of the Past 15 Years.” It was used in a Volkswagen commercial.

Boys & GirlsHamasaki Ayumi

Ayumi Hamasaki / Boys & Girls (Short Ver.)
Boys & GirlsHamasaki Ayumi

Countless junior high and high school girls copied her fashion and makeup, and I remember her songs always making the top ten in the rankings.

When she was breaking out, I was in junior high, and I have a vivid memory of being moved by the lyrics she wrote.

Yo, you there, kid.Takehara Pisutoru

Takahara Pistol / Hey, You Young Folks (Short Ver.)
Yo, you there, kid.Takehara Pisutoru

A singer-songwriter known for powerful, message-driven lyrics and a husky, strong voice, he is also active as an actor.

He has been highly praised by Hitoshi Matsumoto of the comedy duo Downtown, appeared in Matsumoto’s films, and performed the theme songs.

In addition, he appeared on the NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen on New Year’s Eve in 2017.