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

Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICHane Keisuke
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)

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

CopacabanaBarry Manilow

Copacabana — Barry Manilow

CopacabanaBarry Manilow

Hyoketsu Zero Sugar - Asami Mizukawa - Almighty Version - 15 seconds

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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[IHI] TV Commercial 'The Journey: 170 Years of Technology and Wisdom'

Bridge Over Troubled WaterSimon&Garfunkel

Simon & Garfunkel – Bridge Over Troubled Water (Audio)

Bridge Over Troubled WaterSimon&Garfunkel

“Bridge Over Troubled Water” is an immortal masterpiece released by Simon & Garfunkel.

As this song plays alongside the trajectory of IHI’s corporate activities, it amplifies the power of the visuals and underscores a resolute appeal to hope.

The 170-year journey built on outstanding technology and continuous innovation evokes a grand bridge stretching over open waters.

The crystalline harmonies of Simon & Garfunkel seem to point the way forward even now.

Their music, which uses the power of song to deeply ingrain technological progress and corporate ideals, is truly a timeless masterpiece beloved across generations.

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Asahi Beer Style Free: “The Delicious Zero-Carb Draft for Meat” / “Zero-Carb Draft Festival”

MiserlouDick Dale

Miserlou

MiserlouDick Dale

Style Free TV Commercial: “For meat, the delicious zero-carb draft” 15-second version featuring Bananaman and Asuka Saito

Featuring the duo Bananaman and Asuka Saito, the ad highlights that Style Free has zero carbs, making it perfect to drink with meals.

It also mentions that despite having zero carbs, it tastes great—and seeing the three of them smiling as they drink really conveys how delicious it is.

The background music is “Miserlou,” a tune often heard on TV and elsewhere.

Many people will recognize the guitar intro and the shout.

The song originally dates back to the 1950s, but Dick Dale covered it in a surf rock style in 1962, and it became a big hit.

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Suntory Kinmugi “A Happy Afternoon”

Bittersweet SambaHerb Alpert

Bittersweet Samba

Bittersweet SambaHerb Alpert

Kinmugi 'Happy Afternoon' 15-second version starring Hana Kuroki – SUNTORY commercial

This commercial, “A Happy Afternoon,” shows Hana Kuroki enjoying a can of Kinmugi while savoring small everyday joys.

It features scenes of her harvesting vegetables from a home garden—an idyllic lifestyle many people might long for.

Her contented expression as she enjoys the Kinmugi leaves a lasting impression.

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

Apple iPhone 16 Apple Intelligence “Clean Up Photos: Flex”

WorkoutGiraffage

Giraffage – Workout [Official Music Video]

WorkoutGiraffage

Apple Intelligence | Clean Up Photos: Flex | iPhone 16

A man in a tank top is showing off his muscles and having his mother take a photo of him.

But when he looks at the picture, his mother ended up being visible in the reflection of a mirror behind him.

So the man used Apple Intelligence, the AI system available on the iPhone 16 series, to edit the photo and remove his mother from the shot.

The background music is a track titled “Workout,” perfectly suited for a commercial that highlights a fit physique.

Its comfortable four-on-the-floor beat and diverse electronic sounds make it addictive—truly perfect for a workout.

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Kirin Beer Kirin Ichiban Shibori “Question for Mr. Tsutsumi” Version / “Question for Mr. Kaku” Version

Les Champs-ÉlyséesJoe Dassin

Joe Dassin – Les Champs-Elysées (Audio)

Les Champs-ÉlyséesJoe Dassin

Kirin Ichiban Shibori – Questions for Mr. Tsutsumi, 30 seconds

This is a commercial featuring interviews with Shinichi Tsutsumi and Kento Kaku about their feelings toward beer and Ichiban Shibori.

Both speak passionately with serious expressions, and those who feel the same way about beer will likely relate.

As the closing narration says, “Because you’re here, we can be more delicious,” it expresses gratitude for the continual support of many beer fans that has allowed the brand to keep evolving.

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Dior Summer「Chase the Sunglight」

Dolce VitaRyan Paris

Ryan Paris – Dolce Vita (Official Video) – Lyrics Video

Dolce VitaRyan Paris

Chase the Sunglight – Dior Summer

Perfumes, sunscreen, and an array of cosmetics—this commercial showcases Dior’s lineup of products for the summer.

True to its title, “Chase the Sunlight,” the ad strikingly depicts women spending time under the sun in their own ways.

The background music is Lian Paris’s 1983 track “Dolce Vita.” As the title—meaning “sweet life” in Japanese—suggests, the song captivates with its moody lyrics and dreamy, atmospheric melody.

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