Kanebo’s commercial song. A popular jingle
You often see commercials for Kanebo, a major cosmetics manufacturer, when you’re watching TV, right?
In particular, the KATE commercials often feature popular actresses and artists, so I think they’re ads that really catch your eye.
The music used in Kanebo’s commercials frequently ties in with songs by popular artists or their covers.
In this article, we’ll introduce all the commercial tracks that have been used in Kanebo’s ads so far.
If there’s a song you heard in a commercial that caught your attention, be sure to give it a proper listen.
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Kanebo commercial songs. Popular commercial songs (41–50)
Sexual Violet No. 1Kuwana Masahiro
Masahiro Kuwana’s “Sexual Violet No.
1” was released in 1979 and is one of his signature songs.
The lyrics have a sexy vibe, seemingly singing about a man–woman relationship, and combined with the guitar-driven, powerful sound, they convey a unique, forceful image.
One reason the song became a hit was its use in a Kanebo commercial, which is said to have boosted Kuwana’s popularity.
The structure, with the title repeated in the chorus, leaves the song name firmly imprinted in your mind.
Kanebo commercial songs. Popular commercial songs (51–60)
love across the oceanKōda Kumi
It was released in 2002 as Kumi Koda’s fifth single.
The lyrics were written by Kumi Koda herself, and the song was used in a commercial for Kanebo Cosmetics’ “T’estimo.” A sexy, danceable number, it marked her second cosmetics tie-in following her debut single.
Lips, speak passionately of you
This is an introductory commercial for Kanebo’s lipstick, Rouge Star Breeze.
Sena Nakajima appears against a predominantly red backdrop, and there’s a scene of her applying the lipstick.
The narration adds that it creates more natural, vibrant-looking lips, resulting in a sophisticated commercial that effectively conveys the product’s appeal.
Wednesday MoonTokunaga Hideaki
It was released in 1991 as Hideaki Tokunaga’s 11th single.
The song was used in a Kanebo “ZENITH” commercial in which Tokunaga himself appeared, and it became his only single to reach No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
This track is currently out of print.
Shining dayNiziU
This is a commercial for Kao’s facial cleansing powder, suisai, highlighting how it addresses skin concerns like clogged pores and greasiness.
It begins with NiziU members talking about their skin troubles, which are then shown being effectively muted by suisai.
The bright, uplifting mood of the solution taking shape is further emphasized by NiziU’s song “Shining day.” The fresh sound and cheerful vocals overlap to convey a positive feeling, as if stepping forward into the future.
MY SUGAR CATNakajima Mika
It was released in 2006 as Mika Nakashima’s 19th single.
The lyrics were written by Mika Nakashima herself, and the song was used in a commercial for Kanebo Cosmetics’ KATE brand.
It reached No.
14 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and is a reggae-style track.
STAY 〜now I’m here〜Dream
It was released in 2001 as Dream’s 10th single.
The song was used in Kanebo’s “Hadabisei” autumn 2001 TV commercial and is a ballad single.
The choreography, created by Kana Tachibana together with female dancer Nahoko Nezu, features a dance that conveys a mature, sensual appeal.