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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] (21–30)

Kirin Beer SPRING VALLEY BREWERY “Happiness Bubbling Up” Version

You Can’t Hurry LoveThe Supremes

The Supremes – You Can’t Hurry Love (Lyric Video)

You Can't Hurry LoveThe Supremes

This is a promotional commercial introducing SPRING VALLEY BREWERY, a craft beer released by Kirin Beer.

The cast members look like they’re having a great time enjoying the beer, and it’s so fun to watch that it gets you excited too! The background music features a cover of The Supremes’ signature song “You Can’t Hurry Love.” Since its 1966 release, it has been covered by artists around the world and is a classic that you often hear in various settings in Japan as well.

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New Balance “Shohei Ohtani | We Got Now | 2026” Version

Blow Your WhistleChuck Brown

Blow Your Whistle

Blow Your WhistleChuck Brown

This clip showing Shohei Ohtani batting is a New Balance commercial.

If you look closely, you’ll notice that Ohtani is the pitcher as well as the batter! The ad captures his standout two-way play, and what’s most striking is how he plays with a bright, joyful smile.

The upbeat background track is “Blow Your Whistle,” released in 1974 by The Soul Searchers.

Its funky instrumentation and vocals are irresistible and really pump you up!

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[Western Music] Recently Often-Played Commercial Songs [2026] (31–40)

docomo ahamo "Simple? Aina × Cocomi" Version

That’s the Way (I Like It)KC and The Sunshine Band

That’s the Way (I Like It) (2004 Remaster)

That's the Way (I Like It)KC and The Sunshine Band

This commercial conveys how simple and comfortable ahamo’s plan is through the interaction between AiNA THE END and Cocomi.

While their expressions are relaxed, their movements add a comical touch.

Enhancing the gently rising sense of excitement in the visuals is KC & The Sunshine Band’s “That’s the Way (I Like It).” Its light, rhythmic disco sound vividly evokes a sense of fun.

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Apple “All-new AirPods 4, here.”

places to beFred again.. & Anderson .Paak

Fred again.. & Anderson .Paak – places to be (Eagle Rock, 16th April 2024) feat Chika

places to beFred again.. & Anderson .Paak

This is a new commercial for AirPods 4 that debuted in 2024.

It features shots of a woman dancing to the music, with on-screen text introducing the new features—a stylish, street-inspired production that feels very Apple.

The background track is “places to be,” released in 2024 by Fred again..

and Anderson .Paak.

Its breakbeat-style groove stands out, making it a very cool, energetic song.

The performance video released on YouTube is truly stunning, so if you love music, play an instrument, or compose, be sure to check it out.

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DIOR「J’ADORE, THE FILM」

Love On The BrainRihanna

Love On The Brain

Love On The BrainRihanna

Rihanna appeared in the Dior J’ADORE perfume commercial that aired from September 2024.

Watching her confidently stride after changing into a gold dress was truly cool, and many people must have admired her.

The background music features her song “Love On The Brain,” released in 2016, which passionately portrays her fervent attempts to approach the man she loves.

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Kirin Beer Kirin Ichiban Shibori Zero-Carb: “A Father Who Won’t Admit It” / “A Daughter Who Speaks for Him”

Always Look on the Bright Side of LifeEric Idle

Eric Idle – “Always Look On The Bright Side Of Life” – STEREO HQ

Always Look on the Bright Side of LifeEric Idle

Here are two commercials introducing the delicious taste of Kirin Ichiban Shibori Zero Sugar.

These are part of a series featuring Etsushi Toyokawa and Ayami Nakajo as a father-daughter duo.

In the series, Toyokawa, playing the father, realizes that zero-sugar beer tastes good, yet stubbornly refuses to admit it.

This time as well, there are two spots titled “The Father Who Won’t Admit It” and “The Daughter Who Speaks for Him.” In both videos, he clearly finds it tasty but just can’t bring himself to say so.

Like Toyokawa in these commercials, aren’t there many people who feel, “I don’t really want to admit it, but it really is good…”?

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Daihatsu Move Canbus Stripes: “Cafe and Friends” Edition

Fantaisie-valseMarcela Roggeri

Fantaisie-valse

Fantaisie-valseMarcela Roggeri

This is a commercial for the Move Canbus Stripes featuring Sairi Ito.

Ito drives to pick up a friend and brings a small gift, but it turns out her friend has bought the exact same thing.

Even so, it’s totally fine—the ad has a laid-back, relaxed vibe and feels easygoing overall.

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