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

When you catch a Honda commercial on TV, have you ever wondered about the music they’re using? Car commercial songs range from cool and edgy to fun, family-friendly tunes.

Honda features a wide variety of artists—from popular Japanese rock bands and up-and-coming musicians to internationally renowned stars—so every time a new commercial airs, it’s easy to find yourself thinking, “What’s this song?” In this article, we’ll introduce a comprehensive list of Honda commercial songs.

We’ll also highlight the latest commercials, so be sure to check them out!

Honda commercial songs: Introducing memorable past CM tracks and buzzworthy tunes (41–50)

That’s the wayKC and The Sunshine Band

KC & The Sunshine Band – That’s The Way (I Like It) [HQ with lyrics]
That's the wayKC and The Sunshine Band

It was used in the commercial for Honda’s That’s.

Sung by KC & The Sunshine Band, it’s a classic track from the disco boom that spanned into the 1980s, released in 1975.

It was probably chosen for the commercial because the product name, “That’s,” matches the song title.

Honda commercial songs: Introducing memorable past CM tracks and trending tunes (51–60)

HONDA Odyssey/ODYSSEY

Love Love Love ~English version~DREAMS COME TRUE

DREAMS COME TRUE captivates listeners with catchy songs that feature their powerful, unmistakable vocals.

This track, which truly showcases their appeal, is included on the best-of album “LOVE OVERFLOWS -ASIAN EDITION-” as well as the compilation album “.LOVE,” and is also known for being created for a Honda Odyssey commercial.

Preserving the grandeur of the original version, the English lyrics make the melody even more striking, creating an enveloping atmosphere for listeners.

It’s a number that reaffirms the depth of DREAMS COME TRUE as a band.

HONDA TRY! FIT “Many Different FITs” Version

DRIVEAdachi Kana

In 2020, a newly written song by Kana Adachi was selected as the tie-in track for a Honda Cars commercial.

This track features a fast-paced, exhilarating sound with Adachi’s clear, airy high notes soaring freely over it—perfect for a driving vibe.

Back in 2014, when she was a third-year junior high school student, she won the Grand Prix at the LINE × SONY MUSIC audition and made her major debut.

She reportedly studied vocal music and musical theater in the music program at a high school in Nagoya.

We’re excited to see what she does next.

HONDA GRACE

NEW ERANulbarich

Nulbarich – NEW ERA (Official Music Video)
NEW ERANulbarich

At first listen, this track could pass for a classic American funk or jazz band, but it’s actually a song by Nulbarich, a Japanese rock band that debuted in 2016.

Its laid-back, unhurried groove is as cool and refreshingly stylish as HONDA’s made-in-Japan engineering, something Japan can proudly showcase to the world.

Honda Cars Kanto “Premium Fiscal Year-End Fair”

dancemacico

“dance” is a track by macico, a new-era three-piece music unit that’s been steadily gaining popularity.

Its breezy, poppy sound is a perfect fit for a car commercial! Some of you may have looked it up after hearing it in the ad.

The chic, French-pop-inspired vibe is distinctive and pairs perfectly with the languid vocals.

If you listen to this song while driving after a breakup, it just might lighten your mood.

If you haven’t checked it out yet, give it a listen.

HONDA CIVIC “#RunForever” Edition

Bad GuyThe Interrupters

The Interrupters – Bad Guy (Billie Eilish cover)
Bad GuyThe Interrupters

The much-talked-about cool Honda “CIVIC” web commercial features the song “bad guy.” It’s a cover of Billie Eilish’s Grammy-winning smash hit (Record of the Year at the 62nd Grammys) by The Interrupters, a ska-punk band known for their husky female vocals.

The snappy groove makes you want to nod your head back and forth—it’s the best vibe.

It’s got a hint of grit and a cool mood that’s super stylish.

The CM segment is great, of course, but it sounds even better when you listen to the full track.

Wrapped in a gentle sense of elevation, it’s highly recommended as driving BGM.

HONDA TRY! Honda “Comfortable Car FIT”

Pandorago!go!vanillas

go!go!vanillas – “PANDORA” Full Album Digest
Pandorago!go!vanillas

go!go!vanillas captivates with their comfortable rhythm and buoyant band sound.

Pandora, which closes out their 2021 album PANDORA, was featured as a tie-in song for the Chubu 7 Prefectures Honda Cars commercial.

It’s a perfect match that enhances the appeal of the FIT, a car known for its comfort! With a catchy ensemble characteristic of the Vanillas and a guitar-riff-driven, striking rock sound, it’s a seriously cool track.

It’s perfect not only as driving BGM, but also for lifting your spirits in all kinds of situations.