A popular commercial song on YouTube Shorts
Since YouTube Shorts launched, a wide variety of video genres have been uploaded as Shorts.
Among them, there are many popular audio tracks.
This time, we’ll introduce some highly popular commercial (CM) songs on YouTube Shorts!
Some became famous through commercials, while others might make you think, “Wait, this was a CM song?!”
All of these are very popular tracks, so if you’re unsure which audio to use for your YouTube Shorts, read to the end and use this as a reference!
Let’s get started!
Popular Commercial Songs on YouTube Shorts (1–10)
MagicMrs. GREEN APPLE
A song by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE has been selected as a Coca-Cola campaign song and is generating major buzz.
Released in June 2023, the track has surpassed 100 million streams and has won wide support from listeners.
With lyrics that resonate especially with young people and an uplifting message, the song is particularly appealing.
Included on the album “ANTENNA,” it stands out for its themes of hope, growth, and the pursuit of freedom.
It emphasizes the importance of enjoying everyday life, and together with its wonderful lyrics, it has become highly popular on YouTube Shorts.
JoyfulIkimonogakari
It’s an uplifting song.
Released in September 2009, it’s a track Ikimono-gakari created with a pop vibe in mind.
It was also used as the CM song for Ezaki Glico’s Pocky, and its positive lyrics and bright melody have made it popular on platforms like YouTube Shorts.
When you sing it at karaoke, go all out and have fun.
It has the power to cheer people up, so it’s a great listen when you’re feeling down.
Heroineback number
This song portrays a bittersweet unrequited love set against a winter backdrop.
Released in January 2015 as back number’s 11th single, it was featured in JR East’s JR SKISKI campaign and Kirin’s Tanrei Green Label commercials.
Through scenes of beautifully falling snow, the singer’s feelings for their beloved are expressed.
The narrator yearns to change themselves—to become someone who can be loved more.
The song suggests that being involved with the person you love has the power to turn everyday life into something special, capturing the joy found in small, ordinary moments.
Popular on YouTube Shorts, the track has enjoyed enduring success, resonating with many listeners and surpassing 100 million total streams.
A view I've never seen beforeMasaki Suda
This fast-paced rock tune captured the hearts of many listeners.
Used as the TV commercial song for au’s “au BLUE CHALLENGE,” it drew attention for its positive and powerful message.
Released in June 2017 as Masaki Suda’s solo debut single, it also achieved commercial success, peaking at No.
3 on the Billboard Japan Hot 100.
With themes of self-improvement and self-acceptance, it conveys the strength to keep walking your own path without giving up in the face of difficulties, making it a recommended track for those starting a new challenge or wanting to value their individuality.
It’s also highly popular on YouTube Shorts.
There's always tomorrowUlfuls
Here comes a beloved song.
Sung by Ulfuls, this track conveys the importance of facing everyday hardships with a positive attitude.
Released in 2001, the song returned to the Kōhaku Uta Gassen through a collaboration with Yoshimoto Kogyo’s Re:Japan, capturing the hearts of many listeners.
Since their debut, Ulfuls have produced numerous hits and continued to have a major impact on the Japanese music scene.
It was also featured in the TV commercial “Georgia: Let’s Go with Georgia.” This work sings about the importance of holding on to hope despite struggles with work and relationships, making it a song that supports everyone who keeps pushing forward.
It’s also a popular pick for short videos.
primary colorsYOASOBI
A song by YOASOBI characterized by vividly colorful lyrics and a memorable melody.
Released in July 2021, it is based on a novel depicting the reunion of three childhood friends.
The lyrics are filled with color-themed imagery—like rainbows and the morning sun—that deeply resonate with listeners.
It was also used as the theme song for NTT Docomo’s ahamo commercial, and the collaboration video surpassed 10 million views.
Centered on themes of friendship and bonds, the piece weaves a rich narrative that connects the past, present, and future.
It’s a track that fully showcases YOASOBI’s musicality and remains highly popular on YouTube Shorts.
Kaiju no Hanabuta (Monster's Flower Song)Vaundy
This track is characterized by its sense of speed and energetic sound.
Released in May 2020, it was written, composed, and produced by Vaundy.
With a unique style that blends pop and rock, its lyrics evoke the bittersweetness of youth and leave a strong impression.
It was also featured in Maruha Nichiro’s frozen food “WILDish” commercial, which helped it gain widespread recognition.
The song became a massive hit, surpassing 700 million total streams.
In 2023, it topped Oricon’s annual karaoke ranking, earning love from many listeners.
Of course, it’s also a highly popular track on YouTube Shorts.