[Historic Collection] Popular Kirin Beer CM Songs and Commercial Tunes
When it comes to Kirin Beer commercials, the refreshing visuals are truly memorable.And above all, many of you have probably found yourselves wondering, “Who’s singing this song?”In this article, we’ll introduce a wide range of tracks used in Kirin Beer ads.Along with popular songs by Japanese artists, we’ve also picked out many classic Western tunes that will make you think, “This is the quintessential beer commercial song!”If there’s a track you heard in a commercial that piqued your interest, be sure to look for it in the article.
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[Historic Collection] Popular Kirin Beer CM Songs and Commercial Tracks (41–50)
Geba Geba 90 Minutes! ThemeMiyakawa Tai
This commercial, which shows actor Kenta Kiritani enjoying a NODOGOSHI Nama on the beach, is the “Full-Body Refresh Countdown” version.
Many beer lovers can relate to Kiritani eagerly anticipating that first sip.
The background music is the ‘Gebageba 90 Minutes! Theme,’ which has long been used in NODOGOSHI Nama commercials.
The song was originally the theme for the variety show ‘Kyojin × Maetake Gebageba 90 Minutes!’ and was composed by Hiroshi Miyagawa.
[Historic Collection] Popular Kirin Beer CM Tracks / Commercial Songs (51–60)
Original songNakajima Yasuo
Kazuki Kitamura and Chiaki Kuriyama appear.
As Chiaki Kuriyama shops at a supermarket, Kazuki Kitamura jumps out from within an advertisement and gently speaks to her.
The new product’s selling points are its “powerful, full-bodied taste” and “refreshingly crisp finish,” and Chiaki Kuriyama drinks the beer looking very delighted.
The composition is by Yasuo Nakajima, who has created numerous famous pieces.
younger boykyandīzu
It was released in 1975.
The song is also well known for having been selected and performed on the NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
In addition, it was used in the film “Little DJ: Chiisana Koi no Monogatari” and featured as a Kirin Beer commercial song.
anytimeKōda Kumi
Released in 2008 as Kumi Koda’s 39th single.
It served as a lead single from her 2008 album “Kingdom,” and is a pop number that portrays the joyful feelings of a woman in love.
The song was used in a commercial for Kirin Beer’s Kirin Chu-Hi Hyoketsu, and it reached No.
4 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
Call From RioToukyou Sukapara Daisu Ookesutora
When it comes to Kirin Beer’s chu-hi, Hyoketsu is the classic choice, and this commercial showcases the deliciousness of its sugar-free version.
Actor Issey Takahashi drinks the sugar-free Hyoketsu and single-mindedly highlights how tasty it is.
When he says, “Looks like everyone’s discovered the flavor that used to be my own little pleasure,” it really drives home just how good it is.
The background music features Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra’s “Call From Rio,” an instrumental track distinguished by its light, upbeat rhythm.
Smoke On The WaterDeep Purple
This song was released in 1972.
In addition to being the original song for Aya Matsuura’s Pocky commercial, it was also used in 2013 as the commercial song for Kirin Beer’s “Sumikiri.” Many people may also know it as the theme song of the M-1 Grand Prix.
I want you to kiss me.THE BLUE HEARTS
It was released in 1987 as THE BLUE HEARTS’ third single.
The song has been featured in many commercials, with lyrics and composition by Hiroto Kōmoto.
In 2015, it was also used in a Kirin Beer Hyoketsu commercial starring Emi Takei, and it remains a beloved classic many years after its release.