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Lovely commercial jingle

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.

KFC commercial songs. Popular commercial songs (41–50)

My GirlThe Temptations

A track released in 1964 by The Temptations.

It was written by Smokey Robinson and Ronald White, members of The Miracles.

It was used in a KFC commercial featuring South Korean model and actress Jeon Ji-hyun.

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KFC commercial songs. Popular commercial songs (51–60)

Low RiderWar

War ~ Low Rider 1975 Funky Purrfection Version
Low RiderWar

A track released in 1975 by the American funk band War.

It features a laid-back funk groove and became a hit in disco as well.

It has been used widely across media, including KFC’s 2017 “Shut Up and Take My Money” commercial.

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Hit The Road JackRay Charles

Ray Charles – Hit The Road Jack (Official Lyrics Video)
Hit The Road JackRay Charles

A track released in 1961 by singer-songwriter and pianist Ray Charles.

It was used in KFC commercials in the late 1980s to early 1990s.

It has been covered by artists such as The Stampeders and The Animals.

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Your SongEllie Goulding

Ellie Goulding – Your Song (Official Video)
Your SongEllie Goulding

Originally released by Elton John in 1970 and inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.

The version by British singer-songwriter Ellie Goulding was used in KFC’s 2011 “So Good” commercial in South Africa.

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In conclusion

We’ve given a broad introduction to Kentucky’s commercials and the songs that have been used in them over the years. There were so many commercials that could make you hungry just by watching them! And not only the visuals—the background music ranged from familiar tunes to songs you might not have known but found wonderful. Please take this opportunity to enjoy Kentucky’s commercials and their theme songs once again.