A roundup of Spotify commercials: recommended ads where you can listen to songs by popular artists
Many people likely use Spotify, the music streaming service, because it’s free to use despite some feature limitations.
Spotify, which is so familiar to us, actively runs commercials—you’ve probably seen them, too.
The highlight of Spotify’s commercials is, without a doubt, the use of songs by popular artists.
In this article, we’ll introduce Spotify’s commercials all at once.
We hope it helps you not only find your favorite ad, but also discover the tracks that caught your ear in those commercials.
Spotify commercial roundup: Recommended ads where you can listen to tracks by popular artists (1–10)
Spotify “Spotify Town” Version
Many people might say that this commercial was the first time they heard Vaundy’s music.
In the 2020 “Spotify Town” spot, Vaundy appears as an illustrated character.
The ad introduces Spotify Premium plans, and the animation is cute.
The song used as the BGM, Fuka Kōryoku (“Fukakōryoku”), remains one of his signature tracks—groovy and cool, incorporating the feel of Black music.
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This commercial straightforwardly conveys what kind of service Spotify is through on-screen operations, icons, and explanatory text.
Since most of it consists of colorful backgrounds with text-based explanations, it packs in plenty of details about what you can do.
It also clearly depicts different ways of listening, expressing that the service fits various lifestyles.
With the blend of colorful visuals and music, the commercial emphasizes a simple yet stylish vibe.
Spotify Mrs. GREEN APPLE “In That One Song” Version
Mrs.
GREEN APPLE’s hit song “Que Sera Sera,” overwhelmingly supported by young people, features a melody that’s both refreshing and energetic.
In the commercial, a man playing a new office worker is shown running while listening to the song, conveying a message like “Music gives you a push.” It’s a commercial that makes you feel motivated to do your best in a new environment while listening to the music you love.
Spotify “SPY×FAMILY CODE: White the Movie” Version
Spotify’s “SPY×FAMILY CODE: White” commercial features the theatrical theme song of the hit anime SPY×FAMILY.
Set to Official HIGE DANDism’s “SOULSOUP,” it delightfully shows a girl joyfully bouncing on her bed, and it feels special with appearances by Anya and Bond as well.
Spotify “Let’s listen to legendary #Anime” Version
This is a commercial that promotes the variety of music available on Spotify, with a focus on anime music.
Centered on the theme “Let’s listen to anime,” it powerfully conveys that you can enjoy a wide range of tracks—from timeless classics to the latest trending hits.
The visuals showing the phrase “Let’s listen to anime” written in various typefaces effectively communicate a lively, fun atmosphere.
Spotify Zutto Mayonaka de Iinoni. “A Year-End and New Year Filled with Sound” Version
The “Sound-Filled Year-End and New Year” version shows people enjoying music in various moments—spending time with a partner or friends, at work, while studying, and more.
The background music features ZUTOMAYO’s “Kira Killer (feat.
Mori Calliope).” Released in 2022, the track drew attention for Mori Calliope’s guest appearance and showcases ZUTOMAYO’s signature sharp guitar rock sound.
Spotify “Airplane” Version
Speaking of Spotify commercials, many of you might remember this one from 2019.
On an airplane, a woman accidentally pulls the recline lever of the seat belonging to the man next to her, and just as he’s about to take a sip of his juice, his seat suddenly tilts back and the juice splashes all over his face—a comedic setup.
While the flustered woman panics, the man calmly puts on his headphones and starts listening to Vicke Blanka’s “Ca Va?”.
It’s a memorably quirky ad with an amusingly surreal twist.
The background track, “Ca Va?”, is one of Vicke Blanka’s signature songs released in 2019, notable for its catchy, addictive chorus.