[Heartwarming] Moving CM songs. Popular commercial songs

A wide variety of songs are used in TV commercials.

From upbeat, catchy tunes to stylish and cool tracks, the mood of the music varies depending on what each commercial wants to convey and the target audience.

In this article, we’ll focus on CM songs that are especially moving!

We’ve collected mainly ballads with beautiful lyrics.

If there’s a touching song you heard in a commercial that stuck with you, try looking for it here.

Playlist

[Heartwarming] Moving CM songs. Popular commercial songs
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	START LINEŌhara Sakurako		Sakurako Ohara’s starting line gives me courage.
2	Midnight ExpresswayOkazaki Taiiku		Shinyakousoku is sung by Okazaki Taiiku and made into a commercial
3	I forget you, who are so quiet, in October.atarayo		The band's breakup song is making waves
4	Let’s have a drink here.taka ando toshi		A commercial where Taka and Toshi talk about memories with their mother
5	Young SongKawasaki Takaya		A love song that portrays Takaya Kawasaki’s pure love
6	Funny BunnyUru		the pillows' classic song 'Funny Bunny'
7	Over the SeasonSaitō Kazuyoshi		A warm song that brings back nostalgic memories
8	A winter fairy is melting a snowmanKimura Kaera		Kaela Kimura’s classic song themed around a winter fairy
9	As a personSUPER BEAVER		The Super Beaver song is making waves in a beer commercial.
10	wrinkle alignmentVaundy		Vaundy’s love song, released in 2021
11	trumpet vineAndō Yūko		A famous song originally based on my grandmother’s poem
12	Ah. There are moments that pass in an instant.Takehara Pisutoru		A powerful song introduction by Pistol Takehara
13	The map inside my heart.Matsutōya Yumi		Hometown is the anchor of the heart
14	OmoutaKiyosaku (MONGOL800)		The JT commercial song sung by Kiyosaku from MONGOL800
15	Beautiful daysFuruchi Toko		Bring your beautiful hair back with Pantene’s hair care
16	crescent moonayaka		Ayaka’s signature song, feelings for someone far away
17	become loveOda Kazumasa		A smile message that becomes love
18	Shadows of YouthAAAMYYY		AAAMYYY's 'Seishun no Kage' becomes a commercial song
19	era; age; time; period		A commercial where the Shirato family sings hits from the golden era
20	Promise in Madder Redikimonogakari		A ballad about love used in an au commercial
21	Us Again (Brass Band ver.)SG		SG's graduation song was used in a commercial.
22	1000 daysnozomi		A coming-of-age graduation song depicting high school life
23	Voice of the Seaurashima tarō (kiritani kenta)		The au commercial song, Kenta Kiritani’s love song
24	All good!Kaneyori Masaru		Find the courage to face forward with Kaneyori Masaru's new song
25	coloring; color scheme; hues; decoration; embellishment; added flair (figurative)ikimonogakari		The gentle tones of Ikimonogakari’s songs
26	Don’t give up on your dreamsAnly		Anly covers Takako Okamura’s classic song.
27	Let’s become a familyFukuyama Masaharu		Masaharu Fukuyama’s classic wedding song for ceremonies
28	youTeshima Aoi		Akiko Kosaka’s heartbreak song gets used in a commercial in the Reiwa era
29	Stand by MeSaucy Dog		A song that portrays the bond with a best friend who is far away
30	Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro		Hata Motohiro’s heartwarming song about friendship resonates deeply
31	BEST FRIENDGReeeeN		A moving song that portrays the friendships of youth.
32	Sunny with occasional cloudsSukima Suichi		The appeal of Sports Depot’s commercial and its music
33	Stars are falling.Senchimirimentaru		A winter song where wistful sounds and emotions resonate
34	Until dawnUru		A Red Cross commercial song that conveys hope and warmth
35	spin; weave; compose (e.g., a story)tota		Tota-san’s “Tsumugu,” a hit song trending on social media
36	In the Morning of DeterminationAqua Timez		Movie theme song, a song that gives courage
37	As a personSUPER BEAVER		An inspiring song that portrays the essence of humanity and the power to move forward
38	I want to be with you, not with a bouquetayaka		Ayaka commercial paints the future of marimo as seen from a car window
39	As Time Goes ByYuga		“As Time Goes By” sung by Yuga
40	IMrs. GREEN APPLE		A cold night, illuminations, and a song by Mrs. GREEN APPLE
41	Letter to TomorrowTeshima Aoi		Aoi Teshima’s “Letter to Tomorrow”: moving forward with a heartrending voice
42	countrysideTamaki Kōji		Koji Tamaki’s signature song “Den-en,” with a powerful singing voice.
43	Shine a light on me so much that it leaves me bewildered.Sambomasutā		Sambomaster's new song, a song of hope, a message to adults
44	Let’s become a familyFukuyama Masaharu		A moving song that sings of family bonds and hope for the future
45	future paintingFukuyama Masaharu		A warm ballad filled with hopes for the future
46	How are you?adieu		A moving song that sends a message to someone in a dream
47	Megurehaoto		Aoi’s song that portrays cycles and the community
48	A Cheer Song Dedicated to YouHIPPY		A sports anthem that delivers hope and inspiration
49	iNumber_i		A warm ballad that savors happiness
50	Letter ~Dear Fifteen-Year-Old Me~Ikeda Eraiza		A Letter to Adults and to My 15-Year-Old Self
51	EversongreGretGirl		reGretGirl “Eversong” youth commercial song
52	figure; appearance; form; shape; 姿 (sugata) can mean a person’s figure/appearance, the shape/form of something, or a visible state / 姿を見せる = to show oneselfaimyon		Zexy commercial: visuals and song brimming with affection
53	MapleKamisiraishi Moka		Moka Kamishiraishi’s adieu is a popular song featured in commercials.
54	I want to protect you forever.Kawasaki Takaya		Expressing the warmth of human connection in a NIVEA commercial
55	amberAramaki Yujin		A memorable commercial featuring Yujin Aramaki’s “amber.”
56	Joined handsFunatsu Mahiro		A moving song that depicts Masato Funatsu’s happiness
57	A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly		Even as times change, the love that supports us remains the same.
58	The shape of happinessSon Shigyon		A classic song that gently sings of the strength of happiness
59	SummerHisaishi Joe		Joe Hisaishi’s summer classic that resonates in the heart along with the film
60	go to meet (someone)Oda Kazumasa		Oda Kazumasa's 'Ai ni Iku,' a refreshing song for the morning
61	accent colorBialystocks		Depicting everyday life with gentle, soothing music
62	How could I possibly know?Vaundy		Vaundy’s wistful song expresses hope in a commercial jingle
63	Let’s become a familyFukuyama Masaharu		A song that gently sings about love and bonds with family
64	All the days hard to leave behindOda Kazumasa		Everyday Happiness Painted by Kazumasa Oda’s Commercial Song
65	To be continuedRyokushokushakai		Hope for the future, Ryokuoushoku Shakai’s new song
66	rainbow		Envisioning a future of health and smiles with R-1
67	Stand by me, Stand by you.Hirai Dai		Hirai Dai’s love song resonates in a wedding commercial
68	Learning To Let You GoJJ Heller		A Commercial for the Meiji Memorial Hall and a Song That Resonates with the Heart
69	beautiful songKudō Keiichi		A commercial for Hōmeikan, a Daikanyama wedding venue, and its moving song
70	New York State of MindBilly Joel		A commercial for a company that improves the future through IT
71	Footsteps ~Be StrongMr.Children		A powerful song that gives courage toward the future
72	ribbonOkazaki Taiiku		Okazaki Taiiku’s new song “Ribbon,” a song that cheers you on to move forward
73	Swaying feelingsZARD		A commercial scene where a mother and daughter share musical memories
74	Important personFujimaki Ryota		Yoshino Kimura promotes Deep Moisture Lip
75	You raise me upCeltic Woman		Expressing Panasonic VIERA’s commitment
76	AmarantineEnya		The TV’s diagonal viewing angle changes beautifully.
77	Blue dancesKitatani Ruki		Pocari Sweat youth commercial song, Blue Dances
78	With love from a certain futureback number		A heartwarming song that conveys hope for the future
79	All good!Kaneyori Masaru		Kaneyori Masaru’s new song, an anthem affirming life
80	EverythingMISIA		MISIA passionately sings a parody song in a Cup Noodles commercial
81	To Feel The FireKiritani Kenta		The Powerful Appeal of the Kirin Fire Commercial
82	Let’s walkikimonogakari		Ikimono-gakari's heartwarming cheer song
83	Touch (Close To You)Che’Nelle		The warmth of caring for others
84	future paintingFukuyama Masaharu		Introducing Nippon Life’s initiatives for the future
85	Red River ValleyLUCA		A Kanpo Life Insurance commercial that depicts changes across life stages
86	I want to protect you forever.Kawasaki Takaya		Introduction to a lip product commercial featuring Haruka Fukuhara
87	Thread (cover)EXILE ATSUSHI		A mother warmly watches over her daughter's departure
88	When cherry-blossom hues danceNakajima Mika		A classic song that depicts the arrival of spring and love
89	Sunny, sometimes, usSogabe Keiichi		Supporting child-rearing together
90	A Little Love SongSalyu		A moment of heartfelt connection in a credit card commercial
91	When A Man Loves A WomanPercy Sledge		A warm commercial in which Yuriko Ishida honors people's work
92	Original songSogabe Keiichi		A warm and lively song to support parenting
93	Toward the lightKaneko Ayano		Expressions and emotions create connections among people
94	When A Man Loves A WomanPercy Sledge		Yuriko Ishida offers encouragement to working people
95	When A Man Loves A WomanPercy Sledge		A commercial depicting gratitude to fishermen and healing
96	WINDING ROADAyaka × Kobukuro		A song that sings of life's hardships and hope
97	I want to keep looking at youflumpool		flumpool’s moving song boosts recognition through a commercial
98	My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS		The connections between people that tea has brought together
99	KanadeSukima Suichi		Sukima Switch “Kanade” ramen commercial
100	HeroAmuro Namie		Depicting the diverse achievements of heroes in horse racing
101	Our HouseCrosby, Stills, Nash & Young		Protecting parent-child memories with hearing support on AirPods Pro 2
102	L-O-V-ENat King Cole		The Allure and Popularity of Nat King Cole’s “L-O-V-E”
103	Before our feelings overlap…Hirai Ken		A commercial co-starring the Corolla Fielder and Ken Hirai
104	Wedding SongSaitō Kazuyoshi		The Zexy commercials are memorable as advertisements that represent the Heisei era.
105	Beautiful worldAimer		Move forward with memories and dreams in your heart
106	normal temperatureVaundy		Vaundy’s love song, Jounetsu
107	It’s okayMarushii		An Anthem to Cheer on Young People Overcoming Setbacks
108	In the Great Sky and on the Vast EarthMatsuyama Chiharu		A song by Chiharu Matsuyama about the courage to move forward after setbacks
109	Original song		A heartwarming commercial for Bikkuri Donkey
110	HappinessAI		Loved as a classic Christmas song
111	crossoversAimer		People who draw courage from racehorses
112	Don’t avert your eyes.DEEN		A heartwarming song that depicts a summer romance
113	Lovers AgainEXILE		A farewell ballad by EXILE
114	suddenlyFIELD OF VIEW		A quintessential summer song with a refreshing melody
115	HELLO WORLDLiSA		LiSA’s courageous new song used in a camera commercial
116	Thank you for your love.MISIA		A ballad written by MISIA for a Koikeya commercial
117	Zutto My Love feat. HAN-KUN & TEESPICY CHOCOLATE		A song that gently carries the feelings of two people far apart
118	Swaying feelingsZARD		ZARD’s refreshing hit song, released in ’93
119	migratory bird[Alexandros]		An anthem of courage and hope by [Alexandros]
120	rainbowyuzu		Yuzu’s cheer song, with its moving melody, is captivating.
121	creationAina Ji Endo × Bando Yudai		An inspiring song about the world moving through the power of love
122	If I can laughUrufuruzu		A heartwarming song by Ulfuls that cherishes smiles even in hard times
123	Farewell, tearsKetsumeishi		An anthem that stands by you through life's hardships
124	Nagisasupittsu		A summer masterpiece by Spitz, expressing the beauty of youth and nature
125	threadNakajima Miyuki		A famous song that likens encounters with people to threads
126	I’m falling in love with you againSakamoto Fuyumi		A moving song about love and romance
127	The crown of glory shines upon you.Ōmori Motoki (Mrs. GREEN APPLE)		The inspiring journey of a young ballplayer to Koshien
128	This Is LoveUtada Hikaru		Hikaru Utada's ballads resonate with my heart
129	I can’t put it into wordsOda Kazumasa		A masterpiece imbued with Kazumasa Oda’s deep emotions
130	I LOVE YOUOzaki Yutaka		A signature song by Yutaka Ozaki, a ballad depicting youthful love
131	Christmas EveYamashita Tatsuro		Tatsuro Yamashita’s classic winter Christmas song
132	White LoversKuwata Keisuke		A winter love song, beautifully expressing a past romance
133	Gift of the Holy NightHata Motohiro		Scenery descriptions of winter in Motohiro Hata’s Christmas song
134	Personal UniformRyokushokushakai		A YKK commercial portraying high school students’ romance and dreams
135	AlwaysNishino Kana		A song that expresses gratitude and love for someone special
136	The Last Rose Of Summer		Introduction to Suntory Hakushu’s whisky commercial
137	PhotographEXILE ATSUSHI feat. Tokyo Sukaparadaisu Ookesutora Hoon Sekushon		Introduction to an inspiring Koshien-themed musical piece
138	Love will winKAN		Someone carefully carries the product.
139	For Whom the Alchemist ExistsMr.Children		A Cup Noodles commercial that brings peace across borders
140	FeelingMrs. GREEN APPLE		The Pureru Gummy commercial features colorful and pop visuals.
141	mabatakiVaundy		Vaundy’s “mabataki” chosen for two commercials
142	Mutual loveaiko		Collaboration between the Detective Conan movie and Spotify
143	morning glorykururi		Ai Hashimoto's BAUS commercial, Quruli's 'Asagao' (Morning Glory)
144	Letter to YouSuga Shikao		A song whose warm melodies and lyrics by Suga Shikao resonate with the heart
145	poolemakaroni enpitsu		A Coca-Cola Red Tea (Kocha Kaden) commercial that expresses thoughtfulness and kindness
146	Transparent mapSaitō Kazuyoshi		A commercial where Yu Aoi introduces floor plans and lifestyle
147	every dayYonezu Kenshi		Relax and unwind in Georgia
148	Eternal BlueHitsuji Bungaku		The Docomo Youth Discount commercial whose tie-in song by Hitsujibungaku is making waves
149	Seeds of LifeKanno Yōko		Yoko Kanno’s piano piece shines in a Cosmo Oil commercial
150	sunshineFujihara Sakura		The song by Sakura Fujiwara in the Tosoh commercial is wonderful.
151	Friendship, you know,Ketsumeishi		A friendship song depicting youth in an ABC-Mart commercial
152	Let’s go see (someone).Hanaregumi		UA’s “Let’s Go See Each Other” chosen for a JR Central commercial
153	Midnight ExpresswayFurawā Kanpanīzu		The Unsung Role That Rugby Players Support
154	gardenFuji Kaze		Fujii Kaze's song was used in a commercial.
155	Wingsmilet		Achieving big dreams through connections with people
156	A second that calls itself eternityGLAY		Introduction to Seicomart’s Christmas cake commercial
157	No Promises to KeepLoren Allred		Introduction to the FF7 Rebirth commercial
158	We againSG		A CalorieMate commercial that portrays the youth of exam prep and the school brass band
159	Cloud 9SHE’S		Commitment to New Technology Development and Gratitude
160	Anthem of CounterattackRyukku to soine gohan		Portray a positive approach to blood donation
161	every dayYonezu Kenshi		Depicting thoughtful consideration in a Georgia commercial
162	Together AgainJanet Jackson		Use of Janet Jackson’s song in a GAP commercial
163	Song of Life (Cover)Yurigaoka Jidō Gasshōdan		The importance of love and life across 125 years of generations
164	No more cryElefanto Kashimashi		The song “No more cry” celebrating the 35th anniversary of their debut
165	Romantic FlightMitsushima Hikari		A commercial supporting new working adults
166	lightsawada kaori		The appeal of Kaori Sawada, a female artist born in Seattle
167	Beautifulyuzu		Yuzu’s “Beautiful” is the theme song for a Nippon Life commercial.
168	CAN YOU CELEBRATE?Amuro Namie		A signature song by Namie Amuro, a wedding classic
169	All the days hard to leave behindOda Kazumasa		You are my happiness
170	Midnight ExpresswayKishii Yukino		A commercial introducing the power of the people of the SMBC Group