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

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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 classic hits from Japan and abroad and original CM tracks (101–110)

Nissan Serena “New Serena S-Hybrid Debut” Version

Spin it!Fankī Katō

2019 Rakuten Seimei Park Funky Kato 'Mawase'

Spin it!Fankī Katō

Both the lyrics and music were written by Funky Kato.

At live shows, it’s customary to spin towels during the chorus.

The song is included on Funky Kato’s first original album, “ONE,” which was released in 2014.

I think Funky Kato’s catchy vocals are a perfect fit for families.

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Nissan Stagea

Love is nowNakanishi Keizō

Keizo Nakanishi - Love Now

Love is nowNakanishi Keizō

It was released in 1997 as Keizo Nakanishi’s 23rd single.

The song was used in a commercial for the Stagea, featuring Kiichi Nakai and Yumi Asō.

With its refreshing, soaring vocals, it’s a memorable track that showcases Nakanishi’s exceptional singing ability.

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Nissan Stagea 2003

We Will Rock YouMacy Gray

Macy Gray-We Will Rock You (Queen Cover)

We Will Rock YouMacy Gray

This memorable commercial, featuring a car racing through while dodging falling icicles, is for the Stagea and aired in 2003.

It makes a strong impression by showcasing its stylish exterior while evoking powerful performance.

The background music is a cover of Queen’s classic “We Will Rock You,” sung by American singer Macy Gray.

Her arrangement, infused with R&B and soul, is a must-hear.

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AmapolaNuno Guerreiro

Amapola (Nuno Guerreiro)

AmapolaNuno Guerreiro

The version of ‘Amapola’ sung by Nuno Guerreiro, the vocalist of the Portuguese music group Ala dos Namorados, was used as the commercial song for the Nissan Presage.

It is characterized by a beautiful voice that sounds almost like a woman’s.

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Nissan Sunny

Hotel CaliforniaThe Eagles

Hotel California (2013 Remaster)

Hotel CaliforniaThe Eagles

It’s the ultra-famous “Hotel California,” used in a 1984 Sunny commercial.

It’s funny because the actual ad even includes a scene that’s exactly like the song’s title.

As a bit of trivia, American singer and Grammy winner Frank Ocean released a track called “American Wedding,” where he laid his own vocals over this song.

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