[2026] Mitsubishi Motors' commercial songs: A treasure trove of classic Western hits from past ads
In addition to its kei lineup, Mitsubishi Motors is also popular for SUVs like the Triton, Outlander PHEV, Eclipse Cross, and Delica D:5.
Among Mitsubishi Motors’ commercials, there are many that sparked conversation with people asking, “Whose song is that?”
Recently, beyond popular Japanese tracks and classic Western hits, many commercials have also featured original songs written specifically for the ads.
In this article, we’ll introduce the songs used in Mitsubishi Motors’ commercials.
So without further ado, let’s take a look at what kind of music has been featured in Mitsubishi Motors’ ads!
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[2026] Mitsubishi Motors’ commercial songs: A treasure trove of classic Western hits in their historic CM lineup (21–30)
Over the RainbowHajime Chitose
Narrated as taking emissions reduction seriously, this is a series of Colt commercials that aired in 2003.
The Colt ads at the time featured a cover of “Over the Rainbow,” a song from The Wizard of Oz.
In the commercial introduced here, a cover version by Chitose Hajime is used.
Her folk-like vocal inflections are striking, resulting in a lovely arrangement that, despite being a foreign song, conveys a distinctly Japanese atmosphere.
Over the RainbowMatsutōya Yumi
This is one of the Colt commercial series that aired in 2003, and it’s a memorable spot featuring a narration that seriously contemplates the joy of driving.
The BGM for this commercial is a cover of Over the Rainbow, sung by Judy Garland in The Wizard of Oz.
In this CM, the vocals are performed by Yumi Matsutoya.
Her soft, gentle voice is truly captivating.
[2026] Mitsubishi Motors commercial songs. A treasure trove of classic Western hits among past CM songs (31–40)
You Raise Me UpCeltic Woman
This song was used in a 2013 commercial for @earth TECHNOLOGY.
The original is by Secret Garden, but Celtic Woman’s cover is better known in Japan.
Shizuka Arakawa used this piece for her exhibition program at the Turin Olympics.
Start the commotionThe Wiseguys
A track released in 1998 by The Wiseguys, an electronica and hip-hop duo.
It samples Greg Nice’s 1995 track “Set It Off.” It was used in a 2002 Eclipse commercial.
I see you babyGroove Armada
A big beat track released in 1999 by the British duo Groove Armada.
It samples Earth, Wind & Fire’s 1975 track “Happy Feelin’.” It became a hit in countries including the United States, the United Kingdom, and Brazil, and was used in a Mitsubishi commercial.
La GrangeZZ Top
A track about prostitutes in Texas.
It was released in 1973 by the American rock group ZZ Top.
It is also known for having been used in a Mitsubishi commercial, which led to a copyright infringement lawsuit by the band, who claimed they had not granted permission for its use.
Ooh La LaFaces
The Galant commercial that aired in 2001 featured “Ooh La La” by the British rock band Faces.
With its acoustic guitar-driven backing and catchy sing-along vibe, many of you might remember hearing it on TV back then.
It’s a perfect match for the Galant, which was beloved as a sports sedan! Faces have released many other light, breezy tracks like this, so if you’re interested, be sure to give them a listen!