Male Singer-Songwriter CM Songs, Commercials, and Popular Tracks Ranking [2026]

You like whisky, don’t you?Fujimaki Ryota92rank/position

You like whisky, don’t you?

This is the “Little Sister” installment of the Kaku Highball commercial series, featuring a beautiful bar madam played by Haruka Igawa and regular customers played by Ryo Kase and Kei Tanaka.

This time, Haruka Kinami appears as Ryo Kase’s younger sister.

The classic Suntory whisky CM song “Do You Like Whisky?” is originally by Sayuri Ishikawa, and for this commercial it’s covered by Ryota Fujimaki, formerly of Remioromen.

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PolarisFujimaki Ryota93rank/position

Ryota Fujimaki – “Polaris” MUSIC VIDEO

Polaris, released solo by the former vocalist of Remioromen.

It’s also well-known as the TV commercial song for Livemax Hotels & Resorts.

Ryota Fujimaki’s pained, almost tearful expression while singing is exquisite and makes you feel like you might cry along with him.

New seasonFujimaki Ryota94rank/position

New season

This commercial highlights the potential of the new dirt racing system that fully launched in 2024.

It features striking visuals of horses sprinting across the dirt, capturing the full appeal of dirt-track racing.

The background music is Ryota Fujimaki’s “A New Season,” set for release in 2025.

The lyrics, which convey a resolve to move forward with the people who support you while accepting that you can’t do everything alone, are sure to resonate with many listeners.

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Galaxy Girl – Toshiki Kadomatsu (1991)

This commercial depicts Yuki Minagawa training for track and field in a near-futuristic world, while showcasing Aquarius alongside her to highlight its compatibility with sports.

It also introduces Aquarius as the official sports drink of the World Athletics Championships, and the unique worldview gives a sense that it’s a drink from the future.

The song used to emphasize the floating sensation created by this distinctive world is Toshiki Kadomatsu’s “Galaxy Girl.” Its gentle, soothing sound leaves an impression, and the electronic tones that chime in like accents create a mysterious atmosphere.

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Hakushi Hasegawa – Intro ~ Look at Me (Live Video) at ‘FLYING LOTUS presents THE HIT’

“Uni” is a song written by Hakushi Hasegawa, a buzzworthy singer-songwriter, for the Google Pixel 6 commercial.

The opening harmony spanning a perfect fifth and the androgynous vocals create a distinctive sound that really sticks in your ears.

Partway through the commercial, there’s also a scene where the title of Hasegawa’s song “Watashi o Mite,” which was used as an insert song in the original animated series Artiswitch distributed on YouTube, makes an appearance.

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It’s okay.Suzawa Kishin97rank/position

“It’s Okay” (LIVE ver.) / Kishin Suzawa (Official Music Video)

This commercial, titled the “Life Movie” edition, features a series of childhood photos of Minami Hamabe and promotes the idea that mutual aid is necessary because people always live side by side with various risks.

To visually convey that “risk is always by your side,” Mr.

Risk—played by Jiro Sato—appears in some of Hamabe’s childhood photos.

While the BGM helps create an initially moving atmosphere, Sato’s facial expressions add a humorous, surreal touch that’s worth noting.

The gentle background music, perfect for a slideshow, is Kishin Suzawa’s “Iindayo.” Its heartwarming lyrics, which remind you that there’s someone who accepts and watches over you, are a must-hear.

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Yū Takahashi’s directorial debut MV “Tomorrow Will Surely Be a Good Day” — Omokuri Director Edit Version (Short Size)

It was released in 2015 as Yu Takahashi’s 12th major single.

The song was used in the Daihatsu “Cast Activa” commercial, and its catchy chorus left a strong impression.

The music video also drew attention because Takahashi himself directed it, and the song was later covered by the female singer-songwriter Rihwa.