Male Singer-Songwriter CM Songs, Commercials, and Popular Tracks Ranking [2026]
When it comes to what helps songs and artists gain widespread recognition, tie-ins with TV commercials are an important factor.
From among these highly popular commercial songs, here’s a ranking focusing on tracks by male singer-songwriters.
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Male Singer-Songwriters’ CM Songs, Commercials, and Popular Tracks Ranking [2026] (71–80)
dearestFukuyama Masaharu78rank/position

This is a ballad about parting with someone precious.
Released under KOH+, the duo of Masaharu Fukuyama and Kou Shibasaki, it was later self-covered by Fukuyama.
The song portrays a pure and heartrending love in which one sacrifices oneself to protect a beloved.
Released in October 2008, it gained attention as the theme song for the film “The Devotion of Suspect X.” It was also used in a commercial for Toshiba’s REGZA LCD TVs.
This is a recommended track for those grieving the loss of someone dear or those who wish to give everything for the one they love.
SakurazakaFukuyama Masaharu79rank/position

Masaharu Fukuyama’s 15th single “Sakurazaka.” It’s a work that depicts a sweet and bittersweet story.
In 2017, it was used as a limited-time commercial song for Asahi Super Dry.
It’s a classic spring song that conjures up images of cherry blossoms fluttering down.
Paint Like a ChildHata Motohiro80rank/position

The JCB commercial featuring Nao Matsushita overflows with the charms of a journey you can’t experience at crowded tourist spots, set amid the rich natural scenery of northern Okinawa.
The CM song is “Paint Like a Child,” performed by Motohiro Hata.
Male Singer-Songwriter CM Songs, Commercials, and Popular Tracks Ranking [2026] (81–90)
Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro81rank/position

It’s one of Motohiro Hata’s signature songs, also known as the theme song for the film STAND BY ME Doraemon.
The song was used in NEXCO East Japan’s commercial titled “Protectors.” Released in 2014, it has remained a beloved staple for years.
The lyrics express a desire to always be with a dear friend, as well as a wish to become someone who can give kindness and warmth to others like that friend—sure to move your heart.
Listen to this song, and you’ll surely picture the wonderful friends around you.
DaydreamerHata Motohiro82rank/position

It’s a song included on Motohiro Hata’s fifth album, “Ao no Shōkei,” released in 2015.
The track was used in Daito Kentaku’s “Everyone’s Feelings” commercial, and Hata’s clear, expansive vocals make it especially memorable.
The album reached No.
2 on the Oricon Weekly Albums Chart.
Gift of the Holy NightHata Motohiro83rank/position

Cold winters really make you crave a warm stew, don’t they? The Hokkaido Stew commercial from House Foods, a winter staple on TV, doubles that feeling.
The song featured in the commercial starring Tori Matsuzaka is by Motohiro Hata.
“A Gift on the Holy Night,” included on his album “Ao no Koukei,” not only has a beautiful melody but is filled with lyrics that directly evoke Christmas, letting you feel the season just by listening.
It’s a Christmas song brimming with love, about wanting to stay together at Christmas and long after.
Be sure to listen to it while enjoying a warm stew with someone special!
Ah. There are moments that pass in an instant.Takehara Pisutoru84rank/position

This is the “That Moment, Vitality (Bicycle)” version of Sumitomo Life’s ‘1UP’ series featuring Eita.
In it, Hajime Ueda, played by Eita, is riding a bicycle; as he waits at a traffic light, he looks at his wrist and smiles—thanks to his Apple Watch.
He can’t help grinning because he’s so pleased with the Apple Watch.
The CM song for this series is by Pistol Takehara.
This one is “Ah.
There Are Moments in a Flash.”


