KFC's commercial song. A popular jingle.
When you think of Kentucky, you think of the fast-food chain marked by a logo featuring Colonel Sanders’ face.
In addition to its distinctly seasoned fried chicken, the menu is packed with delicious items like hamburgers, biscuits, and coleslaw.
We often see Kentucky’s commercials on TV, and they pop up even more frequently during the Christmas season.
That naturally makes you curious about the music used in those commercials.
Some of you might even be reminded of Kentucky the moment you hear that Christmas song.
In this article, we’ll introduce a roundup of Kentucky’s commercial songs—starting with that classic tune, as well as tracks used in past ads and songs featured in overseas commercials.
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KFC commercial songs: Popular commercial tunes (31–40)
Full of determinationV6
This is V6’s sixth single, released in 1997.
I used to look forward every week to TBS’s popular show “Gakkō e Ikō,” which V6 hosted.
They’ve remained a beloved group ever since, and their appeal is truly boundless.
The song “Honki ga Ippai” is a pep anthem with a “Let’s throw ourselves into everything wholeheartedly” vibe, and it perfectly matches Kentucky’s image as a source of everyone’s energy.
Kentucky when you’re feeling down really hits the spot, doesn’t it? It’s one of V6’s signature tracks, included on the album “SUPER Very best” as well as three other albums.
Bust a Move (Diplo Rmxx)Young MC
A track released in 1989 by rapper Young MC that won a Grammy Award.
It samples Ballin’ Jack’s 1970 track “Found a Child.” A remix version by American DJ Diplo was used in KFC’s “Chips & Gravy” commercial.
One Way Or AnotherBlondie
A punk rock track released in 1979 by the American new wave band Blondie.
It was inspired by a man who had been stalking lead vocalist Debbie Harry.
The song was used in KFC’s 2016 “Finger Licking Good” commercial.
Flashdance What A FeelingIrene Cara
The theme song of the 1983 film Flashdance.
It was released in 1983 by singer-songwriter and actress Irene Cara and won an Academy Award, a Golden Globe, and a Grammy.
It was used in the KFC commercial in Canada, “$10 Chick’n Share: Get Into It.”
Pretty WingsMaxwell
A sweet love song released in 2009 by American singer-songwriter Maxwell.
It reached No.
1 on the U.S.
charts and won a Grammy Award.
The track was used in a KFC commercial and has been covered by artists such as Zak Waters.
KFC commercial songs. Popular commercial songs (41–50)
Whoo BoySons of Jezebel
A pop track used in the 2014 American independent drama film Camp X-Ray.
It was released in 2012 by Sons of Jezebel.
It was also used in KFC’s “Hot Shot Bites” commercial.
Oh YeahYello
A track released in 1985 by Yello, a Swiss electronic music duo.
It has been used in many forms of media, including KFC commercials and the film Ferris Bueller’s Day Off.
It’s a synth-pop track incorporating elements of house and new wave.