“Once you hear it, you never forget!” “It keeps replaying in your head.” Do you have a song like that?
In particular, many of the songs used in TV commercials leave a strong impression on us in just a few seconds to a few dozen seconds.
In this article, we’ll introduce memorable CM songs that, for some reason, really stick in your ears!
We’ve picked out a variety of tracks across eras, from long-familiar tunes to recent buzzworthy CM songs.
See if you can find the ones that left a mark on you.
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Memorable Commercials [July 2025] (1–10)
Blow Your WhistleNEW!Chuck Brown
This clip showing Shohei Ohtani batting is a New Balance commercial.
If you look closely, you’ll notice that Ohtani is the pitcher as well as the batter! The ad captures his standout two-way play, and what’s most striking is how he plays with a bright, joyful smile.
The upbeat background track is “Blow Your Whistle,” released in 1974 by The Soul Searchers.
Its funky instrumentation and vocals are irresistible and really pump you up!
I look up as I walkNEW!Chiba Yūki
This commercial focuses on the clothing line rolled out at FamilyMart, highlighting its convenience and attention to detail.
The scenes of people smiling in colorful fashion are striking, effectively conveying the brand’s commitment to design, the technology behind it, and a sense of uplift.
Gently underscoring the fun atmosphere depicted in the visuals is the song Ue o Muite Arukou, performed by Yuki Chiba.
The tender melody, delivered with a calm vocal, evokes a steadily rising sense of exhilaration.
JAMNEW!FRUITS ZIPPER
This one, which mainly uses performance footage that feels like a music video, is actually a commercial for Kajyu Gummy.
It shows them taking on a dance challenge together with 390 students, and the cheers captured in the final scene of the commercial radiate the sparkle of youth.
The BGM is their track “JAM,” released in 2025.
Its up-tempo, high-energy vibe paired with cute lyrics creates a melody that fills you with energy as you listen.
I look up as I walkNEW!Saitō Kazuyoshi
This commercial promotes the refreshing taste of Suntory Draft Beer through the presence of Yumi Kawai.
The key point is that she’s drinking under a vast blue sky, and because the visuals are predominantly blue, the sense of freshness comes across strongly.
Her gentle smile also conveys the impression that the flavor supports a feeling of fulfillment.
Enhancing the calm atmosphere depicted in the visuals is the song “Ue o Muite Arukou,” performed by Kazuyoshi Saito.
The vocals flow gently over a relaxed rhythm, evoking a sense of ease throughout.
Come Join the JubileeNEW!Tyler Koontz
This is a promotional commercial introducing Sparkling Jubilee, an event celebrating the 25th anniversary of Tokyo DisneySea.
The video is based on the theme color, light blue, and richly conveys the atmosphere of the event.
The BGM features Come Join the Jubilee, the theme song of Sparkling Jubilee.
Its brilliant melody, befitting the 25th anniversary, also carries a gallant tone, making it very captivating.
Destiny JourneysNEW!Vaundy
This commercial depicts the father–son interactions between Yosuke Kubozuka and Aru Kubozuka at Universal Studios Japan, looking back on the park’s 25th anniversary.
A key point is how they share memories of various attractions, letting you sense how each has changed over time.
The relaxed exchanges convey a gentle sense of fun.
The song that highlights this calm, pleasant mood is Vaundy’s “Destiny Journeys.” It’s a bright track that evokes expansive scenery and conjures a warm, uplifting feeling.
HapichocoNEW!FRUITS ZIPPER
This commercial conveys the excitement of Valentine’s Day—and the appeal of Meiji chocolate that supports it—through a scenario in which FRUITS ZIPPER members give you chocolate.
The words they use when handing it over differ by member, highlighting each one’s personality while showing that the chocolate suits any type of individuality.
Further accentuating the happy Valentine’s atmosphere depicted in the visuals is FRUITS ZIPPER’s song “HapiChoco.” Its bouncy rhythm and sparkling sound are striking, and together with the vocals, it delivers an unmistakable sense of cuteness.