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Summary of Nissan commercial songs: a collection of famous tracks from Japan and abroad, plus CM-original songs

From kei cars to compact cars and family-friendly minivans, Nissan offers a wide range of models.

In their commercials, background music is chosen to match the image of each vehicle.

In the past, original songs created exclusively for commercials stood out, but lately there’s been a resurgence in the use of tie-in tracks.

In this article, we’ll introduce all the songs that have been used in Nissan’s commercials so far!

There are plenty of wonderful original tracks as well as tie-in songs, so be sure to listen closely and enjoy them.

Compilation of Nissan commercial songs: A roundup of iconic tracks from Japan and abroad and original CM music (1–10)

Nissan Corporate TV Commercial 1997

Change the WorldChar & Satō Chikuzén

Here’s the song that was used in Nissan’s corporate commercials aired in 1997.

“Change the World” is a track released in 1996 by Wynonna Judd.

The version sung by Eric Clapton, featured in the 1996 film Phenomenon, is particularly well-known.

In this commercial, that classic is covered by Chikuzen Sato and Char.

Compared to Clapton’s rendition, their arrangement has a more relaxed feel and is very pleasant to listen to.

After being used in the commercial, the song was included on Sato’s 2002 album CORNERSTONES2.

Nissan × DISH// “Drive Letter” Version

Dreamer DriversDISH//

DISH// – Dreamer Drivers [Official Video]
Dreamer DriversDISH//

This commercial conveys Nissan’s desire to support people heading out into the distance, portrayed through the members of DISH//.

With the theme “Drive Letter,” it depicts the DISH// members making their way to someone important to them.

Throughout, it evokes the warmth of human connection—reuniting with loved ones, delivering a letter, and more.

The soundtrack, DISH//’s “Dreamer Drivers,” is also striking, reinforcing the sense of speed as they race far ahead and highlighting a positive, uplifting feeling.

Nissan Note: “With the NOTE around town — a quick trip to a café in your spare time”

Walk TogetherHirai Dai

Dai Hirai / Walk Together (Lyric Video)
Walk TogetherHirai Dai
[Note] Kasumi Arimura: “Riding the Note around town—popping over to a café in my spare moments.”

This commercial, in which Kasumi Arimura actually drives a Note and shares her impressions, is titled “City Driving in the NOTE: A Quick Coffee During Spare Time.” Hearing her words alongside real footage of her driving makes them more convincing.

It’s a commercial that clearly conveys how easy the car is to drive.

Nissan commercial songs roundup: A collection of iconic tracks from Japan and abroad, plus original CM songs (11–20)

Nissan Ariya e-4ORCE “Unforgettable Pleasure” Edition

Feel The BernMike Casey

Mike Casey – Feel The Bern (Alt Take) [Official Video]
Feel The BernMike Casey

The commercial for the Ariya electric vehicle, titled “Unforgettable Pleasure,” alternates between scenes of a man listening to sophisticated jazz and the Ariya in motion.

The visuals evoke powerful driving performance that suggests you can truly enjoy the drive, even in an EV—surely piquing many viewers’ interest.

The jazz playing in the background is by American musician Mike Casey, a next-generation jazz saxophonist gaining attention.

Its captivating atmosphere—keeping you on edge about what will happen next—combined with the bold tone of the saxophone, is especially appealing.

Nissan Roox: “A kei car that brings families much closer”

SWEET BABYKetsumeishi

This commercial introduces the driver-assist features equipped in the Nissan Roox, depicting how family drives become even more enjoyable.

It clearly conveys that the reassurance of solid driving support leads to better communication with the family.

Ketsumeishi’s “SWEET BABY” also seems to accentuate the cheerful scenes in the visuals, and its light rhythm lifts the mood for everyday family life and road trips.

Nissan Serena “Children Open Up the World” Edition

Ready, set, go!Kimura Kaera

Kaela Kimura – Ready, set, go! (Official Music Video)
Ready, set, go!Kimura Kaera

This piece, which portrays innocent and pure children and their families, is Serena’s commercial “Children Open Up the World.” Kids’ actions and words can sometimes seem chaotic, but thanks to them, we get to enjoy wonderful days—told beautifully from a father’s perspective.

The scenes of the family going out in their Serena are lovely too, making it a heartwarming commercial to watch.

The background music features Kaela Kimura’s “Ready, set, go!” As the title suggests, it’s an upbeat song that depicts taking that first step—“Ready, set, go!”—into a new world.

Nissan Wingroad 1998 commercial

Easy★RiderOkuda Tamio

Tamio Okuda “Easy★Rider” OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO
Easy★RiderOkuda Tamio
NISSAN Wingroad Commercial

It was released in 1996 as Tamio Okuda’s sixth single.

Used in Nissan’s Wingroad TV commercial and many other tie-ins, the song became a long-running hit.

Written and composed by Tamio Okuda, it remains one of his most popular tracks.