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[Western Music] CM Songs I Often Hear Recently [2025]

Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICKeisuke Hane
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. After working at a music studio and in wedding sound engineering, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with various instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in middle school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on personal music activities and professional experience, produces daily articles, including song introductions, features on music festivals around Japan, and live reports. Enjoys a wide range of music, from domestic and international rock to, more recently, a broad spectrum of J-pop.
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Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and have been contributing to music magazines and web media for over 15 years. Although Western music is my main field, I always strive to stay curious with the motto, “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in a band, where I was a bassist responsible for songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve performed on include bass, guitar, and piano. I resumed piano lessons after turning 40 and have been continuing ever since!

The rule that a song becomes popular after being featured in a commercial hasn’t changed, past or present.

When a song is used in a well-received commercial and goes viral along with it—that’s a classic winning pattern.

For those who want to quickly check out these talked-about CM tracks, this article introduces Western songs featured in buzzworthy commercials!

With foreign songs, it can be hard to figure out the track when you don’t understand the lyrics—but we generally include both the actual commercial footage and the song’s music video, so it should be easy to check.

We update this article regularly with the latest information, so be sure to bookmark it!

[Western Music] Recently Popular Commercial Songs [2025] (51–60)

Asahi Breweries Asahi Super Dry Nama-Jokki Can: “On days you get home early, it’s a Nama-Jokki Can” / “The delight of the first sip” / “’Foam and beer mixed ◯◯?’” / “’Foam and beer mixed ◯◯?’” / “The form for savoring the Nama-Jokki Can”

You Really Got MeThe Kinks

The Kinks – You Really Got Me (Official Audio)

You Really Got MeThe Kinks

Asahi Super Dry Draft-Jug Can “On days you get home early, it’s Draft-Jug Can” Version 30 seconds

This is a commercial introducing the Nama-Jokki Can, which lets you open the entire mouth of the can so you can enjoy a taste as if you were drinking from a beer mug.

In this ad, of course it talks about how delicious Asahi is when drunk from the Nama-Jokki Can, but it especially focuses on that first sip.

After watching this commercial, there are probably quite a few beer lovers who immediately feel like having a drink.

The BGM features the upbeat, feel-good track “You Really Got Me.” Originally released by The Kinks in 1964, the song has been arranged in the commercial to feel even catchier.

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Mitsubishi Motors: We like people who adventure — “Trail Runner” / “Old Friends” / “Photographer” / “Mother and Baseball Boy” / ...

LaylaDerek and the Dominos

Layla

LaylaDerek and the Dominos

"I like people who venture out" Trail Runner Edition - 30 seconds

This commercial uses adventure as its central theme, portraying Mitsubishi vehicles dashing along rugged roads and the stories of the people within them.

It powerfully depicts various journeys into the unknown—trail runners, photographers, trips with old friends, and a young baseball player’s challenge.

The song that further highlights this bold leap into uncharted experiences is Derek and the Dominos’ “Layla.” Its distinctive guitar tones and the powerful band sound that unfolds from there evoke a sense of mustering courage.

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Apple iPhone 16 Ceramic Shield “Trust Issues”

I Trusted YouGustaf

Gustaf – I Trusted You (Official Visualizer)

I Trusted YouGustaf

iPhone 16 Ceramic Shield | Trust Issues | Apple

This commercial highlights the toughness of the Ceramic Shield glass used on the iPhone 16.

A man at an amusement park tries to take a commemorative photo with his iPhone, but fumbles and drops it.

Time suddenly slows down, and everyone around him is transfixed as the iPhone falls toward the ground.

Just when you think the screen must have shattered, it turns out to be fine thanks to the Ceramic Shield.

The commercial features “I Trusted You” by the New York punk band Gustaf, a track they released in 2024.

Its minimal guitar-and-bass accompaniment is striking and sticks in your head after just one listen.

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AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation「Someday」

PerfectSam i & Tropkillaz (feat. Bia & MC Pikachu)

Sam i & Tropkillaz – Perfect (feat. BIA & MC Pikachu) [Official Audio]

PerfectSam i & Tropkillaz (feat. Bia & MC Pikachu)

Someday, by Spike Jonze | AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation

This commercial conveys how the AirPods 4’s Active Noise Cancellation supports you every day, whether you’re happy or feeling lonely.

It shifts through different worlds—like moving from a lonely, ice-bound world to a past recollection, and then unfolding into a colorful world.

The song playing during the dance scene in the latter, colorful world is “Perfect.” The collision-like sound effects leave a strong impression, and the structure—where these intense sounds gradually increase—clearly communicates the song’s build-up.

While the overall mood isn’t exactly bright, it’s a curious track that still feels lively thanks to the layering of various sounds.

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[Western Music] Recently Heard Commercial Songs [2025] (61–70)

Mercedes-Benz “Mercedes-AMG SL × Spikey John” Version

Original songDJ UPPERCUT

Mercedes-AMG SL × Spikey John | Mercedes-Benz

This commercial powerfully highlights the stylish design of the Mercedes by showing it racing through the dark.

Because it focuses solely on the car and the road, you can really feel the meticulous attention to detail and strong confidence behind the design.

Further accentuating the sleek atmosphere portrayed in the visuals is a track by DJ UPPERCUT.

The overall impression is defined by a powerful beat that resonates throughout, conveying a tense sense that something is about to begin.

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JP Hero 30s

Around The WorldDaft Punk

Daft Punk – Around The World (Official Music Video Remastered)

Around The WorldDaft Punk

JP Hero 30s

French musical duo Daft Punk’s “Around the World” is a track characterized by its contemporary sound, and it was also used in RIMOWA’s commercial “JP Hero 30s” for their travel goods.

The song combines a four-on-the-floor beat—“thump, thump, thump, thump”—with a swirling synthesizer, creating a stylish and modern impression.

This vibe perfectly matches RIMOWA’s cutting-edge product image.

The overall structure of the track is excellent as well, so if you get the chance, be sure to check out the full version.

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Kirin Beer Hyoketsu Sugar-Free: “Almighty” Version / “Lucky” Version / “Yakiniku (Grilled Meat)” Version

CopacabanaBarry Manilow

Copacabana — Barry Manilow

CopacabanaBarry Manilow

Hyoketsu Zero Sugar - Asami Mizukawa - Almighty Version - 15 seconds

In this commercial where Asami Mizukawa and Hayato Isomura discuss the appeal of KIRIN Hyoketsu Muto (unsweetened), Mizukawa highlights its clear flavor that pairs well with any meal, while Isomura emphatically praises its crispness that goes perfectly with grilled meat.

The background music features Barry Manilow’s 1978 release “Copacabana,” a piece often performed by wind ensembles, so many of you may find it sounds familiar.

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