[Tearjerker] The emotional song from the popular commercial. A collection of memorable, popular melodies.

Messenger from Sunday↑THE HIGH-LOWS↓

Messenger from Sunday – THE HIGH-LOWS (Full)

The song used in Honda’s “Do you have a HONDA?” campaign commercial.

Beyond that, it’s also been featured in many other commercials and films.

It’s the 22nd single by THE HIGH-LOWS.

Despite its upbeat melody, for some reason the older you get, the more this song tugs at your heartstrings.

It really hits home.

Nagisasupittsu

Spitz / Nagisa

It was used in commercials such as Ezaki Glico’s “Pocky Zaka Love Story” and Subaru’s “NEW FORESTER,” gaining widespread popularity.

It became Spitz’s first single to debut at number one on the Oricon chart.

The soft, mysterious tone of the vocals is quietly moving.

I can’t put it into wordsofukōsu

Kotoba Ni Dekinai

A gemlike ballad that gives voice to the ineffable emotions faced at love’s end.

Included on Off Course’s album “over,” released in December 1981, and later issued as their 23rd single in February 1982, this song gently portrays the subtle shifts of feeling that emerge through parting from someone dear.

The “la la la” that threads through the chorus is a striking phrase that reminds us how, at times, it can express the heart more eloquently than words.

Used in a Meiji Yasuda Life Insurance commercial, it has surely lingered in many listeners’ memories.

It’s a song that stands beside you through life’s many moments, embracing the complex emotions we feel—cherishing someone important, tenderness, and a sense of loss.

I LOVE YOUkurisu haato

Chris Hart – I LOVE YOU

This is an achingly bittersweet love song from California-born artist Chris Hart.

It portrays the piercing longing of someone wishing to be loved again like before as the relationship cools, and it tightens your chest as you listen.

Released in February 2014 as his first original single, the song also became widely known as the commercial theme for Ace JTB featuring Emi Takei.

His vocals draw out the full power of the words and melody, elevating the piece into a consummate ballad that borders on art.

On lonely nights when you just want to be loved, being wrapped in this warm yet powerful voice is sure to lighten your heart, even if only a little.

Eternal, unchanging loveOda Tetsurō

Unchanging Love Forever — Tetsuro Oda

The song from Otsuka Pharmaceutical’s “Pocari Sweat” commercial.

In 1992, the commercial that used this song featured Sae Isshiki, who was 15 at the time.

It’s a refreshing and bright song, yet tinged with a certain sadness.

Tetsuro Oda composed it for his older brother, who passed away at a young age.

Midnight ExpresswayKishii Yukino

This is a commercial that introduces the SMBC Group’s commitment to delivering the power of its people, portrayed through Yukino Kishii in the role of a bank employee.

Her determined efforts to help others convey a strong sense of kindness and passion.

The song used is Yukino Kishii’s cover of The Flower Companyz’s “Shinya Kousoku” (Midnight Expressway).

Sung with English lyrics, it evokes a heartfelt desire to help people all around the world.

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SUMMER CANDLESAnri

SUMMER CANDLES

The song from JT Tobacco’s “Sometime” commercial.

It was released in 1988.

Because Anri got married the same year it was released, and due to the song’s lyrics, it remains a popular wedding song even today.

It was also used as a TV drama theme song.