It’s probably very familiar to a great many people and feels approachable, isn’t it?
Its TV commercials air frequently, so we see them often, too.
In McDonald’s commercials, the cast often draws attention—popular actors, idols, and comedians—while the music varies as well, ranging from songs by popular artists to famous international classics.
In this article, we’ll introduce a range of McDonald’s commercial songs all at once, so be sure to check out any tracks that catch your interest.
McDonald’s All-Time Popular Commercial Songs [2026] (1–10)
McDonald’s Premium Roast Iced Coffee “Let’s go just for iced coffee!” version
TOKIONEW!sawada kenji
TOKIO
On a sweltering hot day, why not cool off inside a refreshing McDonald’s with an ice-cold Premium Roast Iced Coffee and enjoy a burst of freshness? A commercial featuring Junichi Okada showing off a comical dance is gaining popularity, highlighting McDonald’s appeal as a summer rest spot.
The background music is a parody of Kenji Sawada’s 1980 release “TOKIO.” You can revel in its grand scale that portrays the big city from a futuristic perspective and in the exhilarating, trailblazing sound.
The song’s catchy melody is perfect for when you want to step away from the everyday and take a breather.
If you want to boost your mood with music, be sure to give this track a listen.
McDonald’s Japan Samurai Mac “A regular Mac just doesn’t cut it.”
20th Century BoyNEW!T-REX
20TH CENTURY BOY
This is a Samurai Mac commercial featuring Masato Sakai and Maika Sasaki from =LOVE.
With the theme “A regular McDonald’s just doesn’t cut it,” it portrays the two, having given their all today, taking hearty bites of their burgers with serious expressions.
The new, extra-hearty items available only during Night McDonald’s look perfect as an end-of-day reward and absolutely delicious.
The song that accentuates the powerful mood of the footage is T.
Rex’s “20th Century Boy,” whose bold guitar sound conveys an exciting feeling that something is about to begin.
This commercial showcases the value and satisfaction of the 15-piece Chicken McNuggets through a light, catchy song.
Marika Ito appears as a school teacher, walking nimbly down the hallway while singing about the nuggets.
The source material for this visual concept is “Marikka ’17,” in which Marika Ito sang as a high school student.
Because that song depicted everyday life as a high schooler, the contrast with her singing as a teacher highlights the passage of time and adds an element of fun.
McDonald’s: “Order Together at the Table with Mobile Order” / “Get Hyped with a Fries Coupon?” / “Delivered to Your Home” / “Real-time McParty with XG”
IN THE RAINXG
IN THE RAIN
This is a commercial featuring the girl group XG, who are active and based in South Korea.
It presents McDonald’s convenient services—such as mobile ordering, coupons, and McDelivery—through visuals with a sci‑fi vibe.
In addition, the “Real-Time McParty with XG” version introduces Real-Time McParty, a streaming event taking place in February 2025.
The background music uses a remix of their song “IN THE RAIN.” Unlike the remix, the original track has a calm, beautiful atmosphere.
Since the lyrics are bittersweet and sad, be sure to listen while checking out the Japanese-to-English lyric translation as well.
McDonald’s Double Cheeseburger “Adults Are the Best!” Version
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Dohatsuten / Otona no Susume
This commercial depicts Masato Sakai dashing into McDonald’s on his way home from work, highlighting the hearty volume of the Double Cheeseburger in a way that conveys youthful momentum.
From the Double Cheeseburger, he recalls his youth, embodying a resolve to keep taking on challenges, while McDonald’s is shown as a steady support for everyday life.
Amplifying the youthful energy portrayed in the visuals is the song “Otona no Susume” by Dohatsuten, which expresses what it means to be an adult through a powerful band sound and straightforwardly celebrates the fun of adulthood.
McDonald’s Bacon Potato Pie “Just Like Back Then” Version
cherry blossomKetsumeishi
Ketsumeishi “Sakura”
Ketsumeishi’s “Sakura,” released in 2005, is a song that layers the image of cherry blossoms heralding the arrival of spring with unchanging memories.
While incorporating expansive tones of piano and strings, the rhythm is solidly marked, and the rap parts are clearly emphasized.
The spring imagery surrounding sakura and the expressions of memories are striking, conveying a bittersweet mood while also expressing the warmth of spring.
The song was also used in a 2026 McDonald’s commercial promoting the Bacon Potato Pie, and a notable point is that Emi Suzuki—who appeared in the music video—appeared in the commercial as a mother.
The visuals also consciously reference the music video, firmly depicting the unchanging scenery of spring.
This commercial expresses the deliciousness of McDonald’s limited-time item, the Rich and Savory Kalbi-Style Teritama, by layering it with the gentle air of spring.
The highlight is Ryo Yoshizawa, joyfully moving with the new product in hand, and his subsequent smile conveys a pure sense of excitement.
The song that further accentuates the springtime exhilaration depicted in the visuals is EPO’s “U, Fu, Fu, Fu.” Its light, memorable sound carried by a gentle rhythm, combined with the tender yet powerful vocals, evokes a feeling of joyful anticipation.
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