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A roundup of Western songs used in mobile phone and smartphone commercials

When it came to mobile phone commercials, it used to be only the three major carriers, but since the advent of smartphones, there’s been an increase in ads for the devices themselves from various manufacturers.

In the past few years, budget SIMs have also taken hold, and many telecom operators are now airing commercials.

In this article, we’ll introduce Western songs that have been used in commercials related to mobile phones.

Recently, a wide range of tracks—everything from songs that perfectly match the sleek image of smartphones to more familiar, approachable tunes—are being chosen, regardless of how well-known they are.

We’ll present these by company and brand featured in the commercials!

Foreign songs used in cell phone and smartphone commercials (21–30)

Y!mobile “Invincible Parent and Child” Version

Enter the DragonLalo Schifrin

Theme from Enter the Dragon (Main Title)
Enter the DragonLalo Schifrin

In this commercial, created with the theme “Too powerful!”, Mana Ashida and Eiko Koike show off their kung fu as they try to break a board held by Tetsuro Degawa.

Ashida goes for a punch, while Koike aims a flying kick, and they end up launching not just the board but Degawa himself.

The “too powerful” here refers to how strong Y!mobile’s family discount is.

Details of the discount appear at the end of the commercial, so be sure to check it out.

By the way, the familiar background music is the theme song from the film Enter the Dragon.

Apple “Magnifier on Mac”

FrankieBarrie

Barrie – Frankie (Official Video)
FrankieBarrie

Barry began as a band led by Barry Lindsay, and from there the name evolved into a solo project.

The single that marked his restart as a solo artist was “Dig,” and “Frankie” is a track included on it.

It has a somewhat floating feel yet an assertive, forward-driving rhythm, and the structure of a steady beat overlaid with gentle vocals creates a curious, unique atmosphere.

As a commercial song, it was featured in a Mac ad, where the use of Mac in classes and how it leads to fulfilling days is depicted with a soft, warm tone.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra “Design Film”

Hit the BeatIamDayLight

“Hit the Beat” by I Am Daylight is a track included on the 2020 album “Up The Smoke.” Built on a low, resonant beat with vocals layering in irregularly, it powerfully conveys a sense of floating and unease.

The rhythm stays steady while the overlapping sounds evolve, which helps the song really stick in your ears.

It was also featured in a Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra commercial, where the music and visuals together evoke a sense of possibility moving toward the future.

docomo MAX “Yokohama FC: Yoshinari Komai’s Thoughts” / “Kawasaki Frontale: Yasuto Wakisaka’s Thoughts” / “Fagiano Okayama: Ryunosuke Sato’s Thoughts”

Don’t Stop Me NowQueen

Queen – Don’t Stop Me Now (Official Video)
Don't Stop Me NowQueen

Here is the commercial series promoting Docomo MAX’s unlimited data plan.

While impactful words from players who are active on various soccer teams appear, this Queen song plays in the background.

With its refreshing yet passionate feel that matches a clear blue sky, the song is a perfect fit for these commercials.

Apple iPhone 17 Pro “Beyond the Limits: Pro” Edition

Come Rain Or Come ShineConnie Francis

iPhone 17 Pro | Pro Beyond Limits | Apple
Come Rain Or Come ShineConnie Francis

This commercial showcases the features of the iPhone 17 Pro through behind-the-scenes footage of a shoot.

It conveys a balance of toughness and high performance by demonstrating that it can capture beautiful video even in harsh conditions where various things, including mud, are flying around.

The song that further enhances the impact and sense of realism depicted in the footage is Connie Francis’s “Come Rain Or Come Shine.” The strings and brass, arranged to highlight her vocals, add a touch of splendor to the track.

Apple iPhone X Animoji “Yourself” version

All NightBig Boi

Big Boi – All Night (Official Video)
All NightBig Boi

This is a unique, pop-style commercial introducing Animoji, first featured on the iPhone X.

Animoji uses the front-facing camera to read the user’s facial expressions and reflect them onto emojis.

In the ad, a woman is shown smiling and singing, while an Animoji mirrors her expressions.

The background music is “All Night” by American rapper Big Boi.

The commercial features the particularly poppy hook from the track, but the fast-paced verses are both catchy and cool—so be sure to listen to the entire song.

Apple Introducing iPhone 16 Pro

WingspanDan Mufson

This is a web movie released on Apple’s official overseas channel that introduces the features of the iPhone 16 series.

It showcases Apple Intelligence’s convenience, the iPhone 16 series’ powerful processing and graphics performance, and overall usability, all presented alongside visuals.

The background music in the video is “Wingspan” by American composer Dan Musselman.

It has a somewhat mysterious ambiance, blending serenity with strength—an enchanting track.