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Toyota Corolla Commercial Lyrics
You don’t own me
Don’t try to change me in any way
You don’t own me
Don’t tie me down cause I’d never stay
Don’t tell you what to do
Don’t tell you what to say
Just let me be myself
That’s all I ask of you
I’m young and I love to be young
I’m free and I love to be free
To live my life the way I want
To say and do whatever I please
You don’t own me
Official Commercial Video
Plain Talk: Why This Song?
The song “You Don’t Own Me” was a massive hit for singer Lesley Gore back in 1963. Even though the song is over 60 years old, car maker Toyota used it in their 2017 commercials for the Corolla because of its message of freedom and independence.
The lyrics tell a story about being your own person and not letting anyone control you. Toyota used this “un-stoppable” vibe to match the feeling of driving a car that gives you the freedom to go wherever you want. The company itself is a global giant from Japan, founded by Kiichiro Toyoda in 1937, and they often use classic songs to help their cars feel more relatable and cool.
Common Questions
Is this a new version of the song?
No, Toyota used the original 1963 version performed by Lesley Gore for this specific advertisement.
Where is Toyota based?
Toyota’s global headquarters are located in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan.