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

Stay by my side even after autumnMinamino Yoko

Yoko Minamino – Stay by My Side, Even After Autumn (1988)

The theme song for Ezaki Glico’s Pocky commercial.

She appeared in it herself.

This CD, released in 1988, was Japan’s first “color CD.” It also drew attention on the TV show “The Best Ten” when part of the lyrics failed to display due to a mishap.

The glamorous costumes were another highlight.

Until dawnUru

“The Red Cross is on the move!” Together, we can save lives. (60 seconds)

This commercial features members of the Red Cross rushing to help people affected by disasters, accidents, and illness, along with Mone Kamishiraishi speaking about the Red Cross with a serious gaze.

It’s a moving spot that shows her nodding firmly, conveying that while one person alone may not be able to help, together we can.

The song playing in the commercial is Uru’s “Yoru ga Akeru Made” (“Until the Night Breaks”), which was reportedly created in tribute to the Red Cross’s activities.

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sunshineFujihara Sakura

Tosoh Corporate Commercial: “Chemistry Is a Cheer.” Lifelong Version

TOSOH’s commercial “Chemistry is a Cheer: Lifetime” is really good.

I think some people will be moved to tears by the narration that says, “It’s okay to make mistakes, it’s okay to get dirty.” Supporting that kind of CM behind the scenes is Sakura Fujiwara’s “sunshine,” which is another tearjerker—you’ll definitely remember this commercial whenever you hear the song! Fujiwara’s singing voice has a mysterious quality, like a mix of head voice and chest voice, and just listening to it makes your heart feel calm.

As for the English lyrics, I recommend translating them yourself and fully immersing yourself in the world of this song, “sunshine”!

No Promises to KeepLoren Allred

The Game Awards: “No Promises To Keep” Performance from Final Fantasy VII Rebirth with Loren Allred

FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH TV Commercial: Battle & Field Edition

FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH TV commercial — Story version

This is a commercial for FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH, which is being released for PlayStation 5.

The “Battle & Field” version highlights battle scenes, while the “Story” version presents the game’s narrative in a movie-trailer style with stunning visuals.

The “Story” version also features No Promises to Keep, sung by Lauren Allred.

The song was composed by the legendary game music composer Nobuo Uematsu and crafted into a moving ballad.

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Hane Keisuke

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My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS

RADWIMPS – Zenzenzense (movie ver.) [Official Music Video]

This commercial, featuring Ayami Nakajo dressed in attire reminiscent of early modern European nobility, is for Kirin’s Gogo no Koucha (Afternoon Tea).

It portrays her reflecting on the connections between people that have been woven together with tea since the birth of afternoon tea culture, depicting what the CM’s title calls “What Tea Has Connected.” The background music is an orchestral arrangement of RADWIMPS’ “Zenzenzense,” which beautifully expresses one of the commercial’s themes: transcending time.

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Hane Keisuke

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A Naked Heartaimyon

Aimyon – Naked Heart [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

Naked Heart, the massive hit song sung by Aimyon.

It’s featured in Suntory BOSS’s commercial “Alien Jones: The Usual Vending Machine.” In it, Koji Yakusho plays a human who is saddened when his beloved vending machine is removed.

It’s interesting how the ad pairs a rather surreal story with a moving ballad.

As for the song itself, it’s a ballad about unrequited love, so I hope you’ll take your time and listen to it.

Its heartrending lyrics will tighten your chest.

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Anthem of CounterattackRyukku to soine gohan

Back-to-Back with Ruck / Anthem of Retaliation [Music Video]

This is a commercial promoting THINK Blood Donation, a Japanese Red Cross initiative encouraging people to consider donating blood.

It portrays different ways people relate to blood donation, such as a woman who bravely donated for the first time and a busy man who hasn’t been able to donate recently.

The song used is ‘Hangekiteki Sanka’ by Ryuku to Soinnegohan, and its light, upbeat band sound enhances the positive image of blood donation.

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