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CM Songs and Popular Tracks by Yosui Inoue: Ranking [2025]
Yosui Inoue is a veteran singer-songwriter known for his distinctive worldview in his lyrics and his uniquely captivating vocal style.
Many of his songs are memorable and highly popular as commercial jingles as well.
We’ve compiled a ranking of some of his most popular tracks.
CM Songs and Popular Tracks by Yosui Inoue: Ranking [2025]
Serenade, if anythingYosui Inoue1rank/position
Even Inoue Yosui himself appeared in the commercials, and his song “Isso Serenade” was used as the image song for Suntory’s Kakubin.
It was his 23rd single, released in 1984.
Perhaps because it was a whiskey commercial, the ads at the time exuded a strong sense of masculine allure from Inoue Yosui.
Like the commercials, this track carries a masculine sensuality and Inoue’s distinctive ennui, creating a mellow, comfortable vibe.
Even now, it feels timeless and never gets old.
It’s a highly recommended ’80s commercial song that unmistakably radiates the dignity of a classic.
Into the DreamYosui Inoue2rank/position
In the “WIN” commercial featuring Satoshi Tsumabuki, Yosui Inoue’s song “Yume no Naka e” is used.
Released in 1973, the song has been featured across various media, including as the theme for the film “After School.
” It has also been covered by many artists such as Yuki Saito and Yorushika, making it a beloved track across generations.
The lyrics, which encourage us not to be overly fixated on what’s in front of us, not to be bound by rules, and to just try what we want to do, feel like a gentle message to people today who are chased by so many things.
When you’re tired, take this song with you and head out somewhere to blow off your everyday stress!
BoyhoodYosui Inoue3rank/position
This is the 29th single by singer-songwriter Yosui Inoue—who debuted under the stage name “Andre Candre” and is now a venerable musician known to virtually everyone.
The song was used as the theme for the film “Boyhood,” and it drew attention again when Yorushika covered it in 2021.
Its arrangement evokes the expansive, floating feel of a summer sky, and its nostalgic lyrics conjure vivid scenes for anyone who listens, making it a staple summer song in the J-pop scene since the 1990s.
New RhapsodyYosui Inoue4rank/position
A 1986 single by Yosui Inoue that was featured in an ANA commercial.
Even now it sounds stylish and sparkling, yet the mature world he sings about is wonderful as ever.
The way he expresses feelings for a loved one so beautifully and dreamily is truly unique to Inoue.
The airy, pleasant mood—like the guitar riff in the interlude—feels as if you’re traveling through the sky.
The resonance and words carried by the simple sound are exquisitely beautiful.
careYosui Inoue5rank/position
This is a single released by Yosui Inoue in 2018, written specifically for a Pocari Sweat commercial.
The sound of the song is delightful, packed with Inoue’s characteristic playfulness.
Centered on the theme “Be careful, young lady,” it also captures a gently dreamy summer mood that’s truly charming—a tropical vibe.
The music video, featuring Rikka Ihara, the former captain of Osaka Prefectural Toinokoka High School’s dance team that became famous for the “bubble dance,” shows her dancing joyfully and is really entertaining, so be sure to enjoy it along with the song.