Honda commercial songs: introducing memorable past CM tracks and the latest buzzworthy tunes

Feeling GoodMichael Bublé

Michael Bublé – Feeling Good [Official 4K Remastered Music Video]

This song was used in 2013, in a commercial for the Accord Hybrid.

The song originally comes from the 1965 musical The Roar of the Greasepaint.

Many people have covered it, but Michael Bublé’s powerful, richly expressive singing style suits it perfectly.

Drive with youYONA YONA WEEKENDERS

YONA YONA WEEKENDERS “Driving with You” (Official Music Video)

This song used in Kanto Honda Cars’ “Couple’s Commitment” commercial was chosen because the ad’s concept is a drive for a married couple, and this stylish, pop track fits perfectly.

YONA YONA WEEKENDERS, the group performing the song, is a four-piece outfit with roots in melodic hardcore; all members come from different bands, and some are even active in multiple bands.

Maybe that laid-back vibe from musicians like them is what makes it so cool.

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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HAPPY SONGkobore

kobore – HAPPY SONG (Official Video)

The song playing in the Honda Cars Premium Settlement Fair commercial is “HAPPY SONG” by the rock band kobore.

It’s a perfect match for the ad’s fresh, clean impression—a crisp, exhilarating track! kobore is a band that handles a wide range, from melodic hardcore-style numbers to feel-good guitar rock like this one, and this track can be considered one of their signature songs.

It’s a notable tune that was even selected for FM802’s monthly heavy rotation.

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Hane Keisuke

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A Man And A WomanFrancis Lai

Francis Lai Movie “A Man and a Woman” A Man and a Woman

Despite having relatively few overseas performances due to his strong dislike of flying, the French composer Francis Lai is beloved in Japan for his extensive body of film music.

Many people may recognize this chanson-like melody with a touch of melancholy from its use in a Honda commercial.

Within its distinctly French atmosphere, the prominent bassline creates an addictive quality that makes you want to keep listening.

It’s a calm yet catchy piece that I’d highly recommend as background music for a drive.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Freedom CryDeep Forest

Deep Forest – Freedom Cry

This song was used in a Honda Civic commercial in 1996.

The two members of Deep Forest are French, but they blend folk music from various countries, and the lyrics are sung not in English or French, but in Hungarian.

Please Please MeThe Beatles

Please Please Me (Remastered 2009)

A song by The Beatles, the four-piece rock band from the UK that has influenced rock bands around the world and remains an absolute icon.

The track was used in commercials for Honda’s N Series and is also famous as the title track of The Beatles’ first official UK album, Please Please Me.

Its light, breezy beat evokes a holiday scene and lifts your spirits for a drive.

With a high-quality, catchy melody that feels great, it’s a number that lets you fully enjoy the appeal of The Beatles.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Take Me Home, Country RoadsJohn Denver

John Denver – Take Me Home, Country Roads (Official Audio)

A number released in 1971, sung by John Denver.

Its Japanese title is “I Want to Go Home,” and it’s also famous as “Country Roads.” It has been covered by many musicians.

This number has been used as a corporate commercial song by Honda Motor Co., Ltd.