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[Western Music] Commercial Songs I Often Hear Recently [2026]

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Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. After working in a music studio and handling wedding sound, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with a variety of instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in junior high school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on my own musical activities and the experience gained through my work, I produce daily articles, including various song introductions, features on music festivals around the country, and live reports. In music, I enjoy not only rock from Japan and abroad but, lately, a wide range of J-pop as well.
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Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and for over 18 years I’ve contributed to music magazines, disc guide books, mooks, and web media. As a writer my main field is Western music, but as a listener for over 35 years, I always try to keep my curiosity alive with the motto “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in bands, where I was a bassist who handled songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve played include bass, guitar, and piano. I began studying English in my mid-40s and continue to do so today.

The rule that a song becomes popular after being featured in a commercial hasn’t changed, past or present.

When a song is used in a well-received commercial and goes viral along with it—that’s a classic winning pattern.

For those who want to quickly check out these talked-about CM tracks, this article introduces Western songs featured in buzzworthy commercials!

With foreign songs, it can be hard to figure out the track when you don’t understand the lyrics—but we generally include both the actual commercial footage and the song’s music video, so it should be easy to check.

We update this article regularly with the latest information, so be sure to bookmark it!

[Western Music] Recently Frequently Heard Commercial Songs [2026] (121–130)

Coca-Cola “Road Trip” Version

BlissTyla

Tyla – BLISS (Official Music Video)

BlissTyla

This Coca-Cola commercial features the memorable tagline, “Being absorbed beats being focused.” Indeed, many people have probably felt that they perform more powerfully when they’re completely absorbed in something they love, compared to when they’re trying to concentrate on something they’re not interested in.

This ad builds on that striking tagline and is set around a road trip.

As the female protagonist is driving with her friends, who should be in the car next to them but Tayla! It’s a captivating commercial with a dreamy, heart-pounding twist.

Naturally, the background music is Tayla’s track “Bliss.” The lyrics express deep affection for a loved one, while also conveying the anxiety of what might happen if they were ever separated.

It’s a feeling many people can relate to.

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Osaka Ohsho “The Unforgettable Man” Edition - Gyoza with Crispy Wings + Stamina Meat Gyoza

Bagatelle En MineurFranz Gordon

Franz Gordon – Bagatelle En Mineur

Bagatelle En MineurFranz Gordon

Have you seen the Osaka Ohsho commercial “The Unforgettable Man”? Karina appears in it, giving a powerful performance as a woman who gets dumped by a man who won’t let her eat gyoza.

The serious tone actually makes it funny, doesn’t it? The piece playing in the ad is Bagatelle en Mineur.

It’s a track by Franz Gordon, featuring a beautiful piano solo.

Through the lens of the commercial the humor takes center stage, but when you listen to it on its own, the tone is soothing.

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Issey Takahashi, Yuya Yagira

Always Look on the Bright Side of Life

Monty Python – Always Look On The Bright Side Of Life (Official Lyric Video)

Always Look on the Bright Side of Life

This series of commercials, set in various scenes like a foot reflexology massage, a batting center, and an escalator, all convey the message that Recruit Agent is recommended for career changes.

Many viewers were likely drawn in by the subtly surreal atmosphere each spot has.

The background music is an arranged version of “Always Look on the Bright Side of Life” by the British comedy group Monty Python.

The song was created as the theme for the 1979 film Monty Python’s Life of Brian, and it’s popular overseas as a choral piece.

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The Bad Guys - 30-second TV commercial

bad guyBillie Eilish

Billie Eilish – bad guy

bad guyBillie Eilish

The song used in the commercial for the film “The Bad Guys,” produced by Universal Studios and DreamWorks Animation, is Billie Eilish’s “bad guy.” In an already short commercial, only a few seconds of the track are used.

Yet even in that brief moment, her uniquely whispery voice packs a powerful punch—that’s what makes it so remarkable.

Her slightly languid, dark-toned vocals also match the film’s moody atmosphere perfectly!

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[Western Music] Commercial Songs I've Been Hearing a Lot Lately [2026] (131–140)

Suntory Pepsi Nex Zero Pepsi Strong 5.0GV Momotaro Series Episode 0 to Episode 5

Same Ol’The Heavy

The Heavy – Same Ol’ (Official Video)

Same Ol'The Heavy

Many of you probably remember the commercial series aired from 2014 to 2017 in which Shun Oguri played Momotaro, as it became a major talking point at the time.

With visuals and direction that looked straight out of a Hollywood film, it was so stylish that you might not even have realized it was a Pepsi ad.

The BGM used in the commercial is Same Ol’ by the British rock band The Heavy.

Its powerful, heavy guitar riff leaves a strong impression—just hearing the intro can knock you out.

The “Ol’” in the title is an abbreviation of “Old,” so “Same Old” conveys the idea of repeating the same things.

The lyrics wryly depict unchanging, monotonous days, making it a track that can give you a push when you’re dissatisfied with the status quo or want to take on a challenge.

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Kirin Beer Hyoketsu Sugar-Free: “Almighty” Version / “Lucky” Version / “Yakiniku (Grilled Meat)” Version

CopacabanaBarry Manilow

Copacabana — Barry Manilow

CopacabanaBarry Manilow

In this commercial where Asami Mizukawa and Hayato Isomura discuss the appeal of KIRIN Hyoketsu Muto (unsweetened), Mizukawa highlights its clear flavor that pairs well with any meal, while Isomura emphatically praises its crispness that goes perfectly with grilled meat.

The background music features Barry Manilow’s 1978 release “Copacabana,” a piece often performed by wind ensembles, so many of you may find it sounds familiar.

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Koki Holdings Japan: “Come on, challenges — let your heart beat louder, be yourself.”

Are You Gonna Be My GirlJet

Jet – Are You Gonna Be My Girl (Official Music Video)

Are You Gonna Be My GirlJet

This commercial from HiKOKI, which meets a wide range of needs in electrical equipment work, introduces a cordless vacuum pump, highlighting its ease of use and the excitement it brings.

While showing footage of an actual worksite, the workers’ smiles convey the product’s user-friendly, feature-rich design.

It also gives the impression of promoting the idea that safety on the job leads to peace of mind for the people who live and work there.

Further enhancing the sense of fulfillment depicted in the visuals is the song “Are You Gonna Be My Girl” by JET.

With its light, striking band sound and crisp rhythms, it vividly expresses a sense of fun.

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