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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
Y!mobile “Invincible Parent and Child” Version

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
Magnifier on Mac | Apple

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.

Apple “iPhone 17 Pro, Now Available”

New Age CrisisJean Dawson

iPhone 17 Pro, Now Available | Apple

This is the introduction video for the iPhone 17 Pro, unveiled in September 2025.

It highlights a unibody milled from a block of aluminum, emphasizing its light weight, durability, and strong thermal efficiency, along with improvements to the battery, camera, and chip performance.

It also showcases a cooling system designed to harness the capabilities of the new chip, making the device’s advancements crystal clear.

The piece with the striking piano melody that sets the tone for this sleek commercial is New Age Crisis by American musician Jean Dawson.

While the ad uses only the piano accompaniment, the original track features powerful vocals, drums, and choral elements that create a grand atmosphere.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra “Design Film”

Hit the BeatIamDayLight

Design Film | Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra | Samsung

“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.

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Don’t Stop Me NowQueen

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

It’s about feeling the players’ passion by watching them shine on the soccer field.

It also shows that with Docomo MAX you can watch DAZN at no extra cost, expressing how you can experience the players’ emotions more broadly.

The song that further highlights the powerful feelings conveyed in the visuals is Queen’s “Don’t Stop Me Now.” Its refreshing sound leaves a strong impression, and because the overall mood is bright, you can really sense the positive drive to keep moving forward.

Apple “iPhone Air, Debut”

Lambent RagClark

Clark – Lambent Rag (Official Music Video)
Lambent RagClark
iPhone Air, now available | Apple

This is the introduction video for the first Air series iPhone, announced in September 2025 alongside the iPhone 17 lineup.

It highlights how the device remains about 6 millimeters thin while featuring the same A19 Pro chip as the iPhone 17 Pro.

In addition to its thinness and lightness, the video emphasizes increased durability, as well as high processing power and camera performance.

The background music is Lambent Rag by the UK-born artist Clark—an exquisitely beautiful track that showcases his strength in ambient and classical styles, with an almost mystical allure.

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

Come Rain Or Come ShineConnie Francis

iPhone 17 Pro | Pro Beyond Limits | Apple

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.