17 Classic Commercial Jingles You Still Know by Heart

Remember those catchy commercial jingles that seemed to be everywhere? From fast food to toys, these tunes somehow became a part of pop culture, sticking in our heads long after the ads stopped airing. Whether you loved them or got sick of hearing them, you probably still know every word by heart.

Tricia Quitales
April 22, 2025
4 min read

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Some jingles from old commercials were so catchy, they became part of our everyday life. You might not remember what you had for lunch, but you can sing along to a fast-food jingle from 1995 without missing a beat. These classic commercial jingles had a magic formula: a simple tune, a clever hook, and lots of repetition. This article brings them back, one catchy line at a time, to remind you just how powerful a good jingle can be.

1. “I’m Lovin’ It” – McDonald’s

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Three words, five notes — and suddenly you’re craving fries. Introduced in the early 2000s, this jingle became McDonald’s global anthem. Even if you haven’t been there in years, you still hear it in your head.

2. “Like a Good Neighbor, State Farm Is There” – State Farm

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This jingle turned a simple insurance ad into something warm and memorable. The tune made State Farm feel like a friendly neighbor. You could almost sing it as a comforting message.

3. “The Best Part of Wakin’ Up is Folgers in Your Cup” – Folgers

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This jingle brought a dramatic, feel-good start to any morning. It made pouring a cup of coffee feel like a movie moment. Folgers became the soundtrack of early risers.

4. “Nationwide is on Your Side” – Nationwide Insurance

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Short, simple, and strong—this jingle stuck with you. It made you feel like someone had your back. That five-note tune is still instantly recognizable.

5. “Give Me a Break” – Kit Kat

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Snap, chew, and sing—Kit Kat nailed the snack-time anthem. The jingle made every break feel a little more fun. It became a tune people clapped and sang along to without thinking.

6. “I Don’t Wanna Grow Up, I’m a Toys ‘R’ Us Kid” – Toys ‘R’ Us

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This song captured the pure joy of being a kid. It wasn’t just a jingle—it was a childhood theme song. Anyone who heard it once likely remembers it for life.

7. “My Bologna Has a First Name” – Oscar Mayer

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A spelling lesson turned into a nationwide earworm. Kids across America sang this jingle like a school chant. It made lunch meat oddly lovable.

8. “Plop Plop Fizz Fizz” – Alka-Seltzer

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This jingle made stomach relief sound like a party. Its bouncy rhythm and bubbling sound effects were unforgettable. It turned medicine into a catchy tune you couldn’t forget.

9. “I’m a Pepper” – Dr Pepper

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Being a “Pepper” became a personality. This upbeat jingle invited everyone to feel cool and connected through a soda. It made drinking Dr Pepper feel like a club membership.

10. “Have It Your Way” – Burger King

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This song made personalizing your burger feel like a right. It told customers that their way was the best way. A catchy chorus helped Burger King stand out from the crowd.

11. “Hot Pockets!” – Hot Pockets

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Just two words sung with dramatic flair. This jingle was funny, bold, and oddly unforgettable. Once you heard it, you sang it every time the microwave dinged.

12. “Double Your Pleasure, Double Your Fun” – Doublemint Gum

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This jingle promised twice the happiness in one little gum stick. With images of twins and upbeat music, chewing gum felt like a mini party. It was as catchy as it was smooth.

13. “Hefty Hefty Hefty!” – Hefty Trash Bags

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Strong bags got a strong chant. The repeating “Hefty!” made trash sound tough and dependable. You didn’t just hear it—you chanted along.

14. “Clap On, Clap Off” – The Clapper

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Two claps and a jingle that stuck in your brain forever. It made turning off the lights feel high-tech. “Clap on, clap off” became a part of pop culture.

15. “Can’t Get Enough of That Sugar Crisp” – Sugar Crisp Cereal

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A jazzy bear with a smooth voice sold cereal like a pro. The catchy rhythm made this jingle feel more like a song than a sales pitch. Kids hummed it over breakfast without even realizing.

16. “1-877-KARS-4-KIDS” – Kars4Kids

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This one may have driven people crazy, but no one can forget it. It’s simple, repetitive, and somehow burned into everyone’s memory. Love it or hate it, you know it.

17. “Meow Meow Meow Meow” – Meow Mix

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A jingle sung entirely by meows? Somehow, it worked. It became one of the most iconic pet food jingles ever made—cats and humans alike remembered it.