Western songs used in commercials — tear-jerking classics and popular tracks
“What was that song from the commercial I saw ages ago again?” “I want to know the details of that song I heard in a recent commercial.” If you love music, you’ve probably had these thoughts at least once.
Since some commercials only air during a specific period, tracking them down can end up being more work than you’d expect.
In this article, we’re featuring a lineup of timeless Western hits used in both old and new commercials, all centered around the theme of ‘tear-jerkers.’
And ‘tear-jerkers’ doesn’t just mean ballads—enjoy a wide range of classics gathered from various angles, from hopeful, up-tempo pop to rock numbers steeped in melancholy.
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Western songs used in commercials – tear-jerking classics and popular tracks (21–30)
Miss You Like CrazyNatalie Cole
The commercial song for the cigarette ad “Parliament,” sung by Natalie Cole, the biological daughter of Nat King Cole.
When you think of Parliament, many people strongly associate it with Bobby Caldwell, but I imagine quite a few also remember this Natalie Cole version.
Her vocal ability really tugs at the heart, doesn’t it? There’s something that wells up inside you as you listen.
loving youMinnie Riperton
A 1970s classic by Minnie Riperton, known for its beautiful melody.
Ann Lewis’s cover was used in commercials for the cosmetics brand Noevir, moumoon’s cover appeared in Kao’s Sofina Jenne ads, and many other artists’ versions have been featured in various commercials.
Her sweet, heartrending vocals and the gorgeous instrumentation are enough to bring you to tears.
Western songs used in commercials – tear-jerking masterpieces and popular tracks (31–40)
CLAIRGilbert O`Sullivan
A hit number by Irish singer-songwriter Gilbert O’Sullivan.
It was used as a commercial song for Toyota’s “Vista.” The song is an affectionate piece about an uncle and his young niece.
The real Claire is the young daughter of O’Sullivan’s producer-manager, and you can hear the little girl’s giggle at the end of the track.
It’s a very heartwarming number that will put you in a happy mood.
Have You Ever Seen The RainCreedence Clearwater Revival
Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR)’s Japanese song title “Have You Ever Seen the Rain?” was used in a Nissan Serena commercial.
It’s certainly such a great song that you’d want to use it in a commercial, but the “rain” in the title doesn’t refer to weather; it was inspired by the sight of bombs falling from airplanes like rain during the Vietnam War.
I’ve heard there was a time in the U.S.
when the song was actually banned from being broadcast.
Knowing that background makes you want to cry in a different way.
WomanJohn Lennon
A famous number by John Lennon.
It’s the song used in the Mitsubishi eK Wagon commercial, included on the 1980 album Double Fantasy and released as a single.
After John Lennon passed away, this track was issued as a single posthumously.
Thinking about that history brings Lennon and Beatles fans to tears.
BelieveLenny Kravitz
A track from Lenny Kravitz’s 1993 album “Are You Gonna Go My Way.” It was used in a Nissan “Largo” TV commercial.
The music video is also famous as an homage to “2001: A Space Odyssey.” As a song, it’s a full-on showcase of Kravitz’s signature style in a ballad form, with a guitar solo that really tugs at the heartstrings.
All By MyselfEric Carmen
A ballad released by Eric Carmen in 1975.
It was used as a commercial song for Toyota’s Soarer and Daihatsu’s Copen.
Featuring a striking piano and a deeply melancholic melody, it’s a classic that moves every listener.
Celine Dion’s cover is also well-known.