Western songs from the 90s featured in commercials. A roundup of CM songs.
In the Western music scene of the 1990s, countless popular songs emerged across genres—rock, pop, hip-hop, and dance music alike.
Not only were they beloved at the time, but many of these tracks are still cherished by listeners today, and they’ve had a major influence on the music that followed.
You often hear these ’90s hits used in commercials, don’t you?
Because of that, you might recognize the melodies or phrases but not actually know the song titles.
In this article, we’ll introduce a comprehensive list of classic ’90s Western songs that have been used in commercials!
You might finally find that song you’ve thought, “I recognize this, but what is it called?!”
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Western songs from the ’90s used in commercials. CM song roundup (31–40)
BurnDeep Purple
This commercial showcases the powerful sense of speed in boat racing using real footage, while also promoting the Speed Queen Memorial.
A key point is that it features not only the athletes piloting the boats but also the spectators, which makes the excitement of the moment feel even more vivid.
The music that further amplifies the sport’s dynamic power is Burn, one of Deep Purple’s signature songs.
Its sound is both heavy and fast, leaving a strong impression and clearly conveying the forceful momentum of racing full-throttle.
It’s A Beautiful DayQueen
“It’s a Beautiful Day” is a 1995 release by Queen, the British rock band notable for its vocalist Freddie Mercury.
The song was used in a Honda Fit commercial.
Don’t Look Back in AngerOasis
This is the Oasis song that appeared on their 1995 album (What’s the Story) Morning Glory? and was released as a single in 1996.
It’s also known for being sung en masse at a memorial gathering in Manchester, UK, in 2017 after a terrorist attack.
With lyrics that convey a message like “don’t get emotional looking back at what’s already happened,” it reminds us of something very important.
It was also used in an au commercial in 2013.
Run AwayReal McCoy
One of the digital music genres that began to catch on in the early 1990s is Eurodance, characterized by melodious vocals, synthesizer sounds, and driving beats.
Real McCoy is a German Eurodance group best known for their 1994 release “Runaway.” The song was used in a Lexus commercial.
Livin’ La Vida LocaRicky Martin
A song released in 1999 by Ricky Martin, a singer from Puerto Rico, USA.
In Japan, Hiromi Go covered it the same year under the title “GOLDFINGER ’99,” and many people may recognize it from its use in Nissan’s commercials for the Note (Nissan Eco-Value Series) and Cube (Cube Nissan Eco-Value Series).
With a title that means living a crazy life in Spanish, the track pairs a passionate arrangement that foregrounds Latin rhythms with powerful vocals, dominating single charts around the world.
It’s a must-listen even for those who only know Hiromi Go’s version.
Western music from the 90s used in commercials. Compilation of commercial songs (41–50)
Time To Say GoodbyeAndrea Bocelli & Sarah Brightman
Sarah Brightman is a British soprano who performed as a musical theater actress until then and has been active as a solo singer since the 1990s.
The duet she released with Andrea Bocelli in 1996 is Time to Say Goodbye.
The song was used in commercials for Subaru and Panasonic.
If we hold on togetherDiana Ross
Originally a member of the female chorus group The Supremes who later pursued a solo career and became a monumental figure in the R&B world, that would be Diana Ross.
Her classic song “If We Hold On Together,” released in 1991, was also used in commercials, including for Isuzu Motors.