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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] Commercial Songs I’ve Been Hearing a Lot Lately [2026] (211–220)

iPhone 15 Pro | The power of Pro

NautilusAnna Meredith

Anna Meredith – “Nautilus” (Official Video)

NautilusAnna Meredith

The iPhone 15 Pro commercial “Power of Pro,” which has been drawing attention for its impactful visuals, portrays a man so absorbed in a game that he forgets reality, rendered through surreal imagery.

Playing in the background is “Nautilus,” an instrumental piece by Scottish composer Anna Meredith, notable for its anxiety-inducing sound and the sampled noise of something being struck.

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New Year’s card printing: “While strolling around the neighborhood / While playing” edition

The Whistler and His DogArthur Pryor

The Whistler and His Dog

The Whistler and His DogArthur Pryor

The piece used in Japan Post’s New Year’s card printing service commercial is Arthur Pryor’s “The Whistler and His Dog.” In Japanese, the title is “Kuchibuefuki to Inu” (“The Whistler and His Dog”), and its charm lies in the lively, dialogue-like interplay of the orchestra that sounds just like whistling! While the music’s development is dramatic, the piece itself is compact, so you can enjoy it from start to finish without getting bored.

Be sure to listen to the full version on YouTube or on CD!

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Hayate TV commercial: “Green Tea That Makes You Want to Scream — Rui Hachimura” version

Livin’ On A PrayerBon Jovi

Bon Jovi – Livin’ On A Prayer

Livin' On A PrayerBon Jovi

Bon Jovi, a quintessential American hard rock band with immense popularity in Japan, released the 1986 single “Livin’ on a Prayer,” which was used as the theme song for Asahi Soft Drinks’ commercial “Screaming Green Tea: Rui Hachimura” for Satsu.

Its impactful intro, featuring a talk box, delivered a major shock to rock fans of the time and has been remembered as an innovative classic that signaled the evolution of hard rock.

With its catchy chorus melody that matches the atmosphere of the commercial, it’s a timeless rock tune.

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[Western Music] Recently Frequently Heard Commercial Songs [2026] (221–230)

Fuzzy Feelings | Apple Holiday Film

Isn’t it a PityGeorge Harrison

Isn’t It a Pity (2014 Remaster)

Isn’t it a PityGeorge Harrison

A heartwarming story unfolds in the Apple Holiday Film.

Playing in the background is “Isn’t It a Pity.” This song was created by George Harrison, known as a member of The Beatles, and it’s a mellow folk tune.

Its lyrics convey the importance of loving one another, which seems to resonate with the commercial’s storyline.

Since the song’s message is a major part of its appeal, I recommend listening with that in mind.

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IKEA JAPAN “A Good Tomorrow Starts with a Good Night’s Sleep”

I Feel ItHannes

Hannes – I Feel It (Official video)

I Feel ItHannes

IKEA’s commercial focusing on bedding, “A Better Tomorrow Starts with Better Comfort,” dramatizes each scene and instantly draws you into its visual world.

You can feel the warmth of family life, and the ad leaves you with a happy feeling.

The background music is “I Feel It” by Hannes, featuring an appealing acoustic sound.

The warm vocals, relaxed accompaniment, and melodic lines make it a very soothing track.

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Asahi Super Dry TV Commercial: “Draft Beer from Bars, Now at Home!”

Wild ThingX

X – Wild Thing (Video)

Wild ThingX

The song “Wild Thing,” featured in Asahi Super Dry’s commercial, perfectly captures the invigorating sensation of enjoying draft beer at home.

When the track starts, you can feel the refreshing mood of a man smoothly downing an ice-cold beer, and viewers share in that same delight.

The striking guitar riff and its catchy melody lift the listener’s spirits, lingering in memory long after the commercial ends.

“Wild Thing” harmonizes flawlessly with the Asahi Super Dry ad, which depicts small moments of everyday happiness, and it’s so catchy you can’t help but hum along.

It’s an ideal tune for relaxing at home and is sure to remain a favorite for many people.

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Apple “iPhone 16, Now Available”

TAKAAhadadream x Priya Ragu x Skrillex

Ahadadream x Priya Ragu x Skrillex – TAKA

TAKAAhadadream x Priya Ragu x Skrillex

This is a commercial for the iPhone 16, announced in September 2024.

From high-speed shots racing through the city to sequences that make it feel like you’re diving into the phone’s internals, the visuals are strikingly dynamic and evoke a near-futuristic vibe.

Starting with this model, Apple’s proprietary AI feature, Apple Intelligence, is built in, and a wealth of related new features are showcased.

The BGM for this ad ushering in a new era of iPhone is “TAKA” by Ahadadream, Priya Ragu, and Skrillex.

Released in 2024, the track features an addictive beat and vocal work that sticks with you after just one listen.

There’s no doubt it’ll make you want to move your body!

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