Reminiscing On “The Joy Of Pepsi”

[DoYouDare?]

I wanted to briefly discuss this commercial, as it carries massive nostalgia for me. I’m sure many of us owned the film, Britney: The Videos, which included this specific promo, & I can’t express how many times I rewatched, never to become bored. In fact, I always felt inspired by Britney, for everything she presented herself to be. She was so simple, yet so extravagant —which I believe is what made her so intriguing, & this Pepsi commercial is a clear representation of that. I recall showing this ad to my friends years after it aired, just in case they’d never seen it, & they loved it. Sure, there are more Pepsi ads featuring Britney, but this one’s by far my most cherished.

 

Here’s the commercial:

Do you recall your initial thoughts on this iconic commercial?

[Agyness]

For me, that's not the image I keep of her as iconic. To be honest, I don't really like, not at all actually, the aesthetic she had in the late 90s, with a certain heaviness of the boy bands of that era, in the mechanical dance, not much subtlety, not really sensual, even quite tacky. I much prefer the other Pepsi commercials she did, the one in the arena, and the other with vintage images from different eras. Fortunately, in 2001, she broke away from the 90s with something urban, modern, sensual, more in line with what she wanted. 

[Emil87]

 

A cultural reset, and quite simply, the best ad I’d ever seen in my life. Nothing has really topped it for me. The commercial was like an epic music video and the song itself sounded like a mega-hit single. “Just enjoy the ride”..we sure did, Britney!

 

[DoYouDare?]

36 minutes ago, Agyness said:

For me, that's not the image I keep of her as iconic. To be honest, I don't really like, not at all actually, the aesthetic she had in the late 90s, with a certain heaviness of the boy bands of that era, in the mechanical dance, not much subtlety, not really sensual, even quite tacky. I much prefer the other Pepsi commercials she did, the one in the arena, and the other with vintage images from different eras. Fortunately, in 2001, she broke away from the 90s with something urban, modern, sensual, more in line with what she wanted. 

I understand your pov, although I never perceived Britney as “tacky,” neither did I find her comparable to anyone else. In fact, I found her to be very authentic, & always ahead of the curve. Hence, why this ad was everything to me. That said, I respect your opinion —& I agree, her other Pepsi ads are excellent, but this one is my most valued. 

[DoYouDare?]

36 minutes ago, Emil87 said:

 

A cultural reset, and quite simply, the best ad I’d ever seen in my life. Nothing has really topped it for me. The commercial was like an epic music video and the song itself sounded like a mega-hit single. “Just enjoy the ride”..we sure did, Britney!

 

I love the enthusiasm, haha & I too felt the same way about this commercial. Seriously, what other female was doing it like her? 
 

I appreciate your comment, & I’m glad you resonate with my point of view.

[Derrick]

I still bump to the song on my music playlist! I was OBSESSED with this commercial! 

[DoYouDare?]

35 minutes ago, Derrick said:

I still bump to the song on my music playlist! I was OBSESSED with this commercial! 

I know right, it’s a travesty it isn’t available for streaming. Such an iconic song.

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i had the pepsi outfits in the sims

[DoYouDare?]

40 minutes ago, --- said:

i had the pepsi outfits in the sims

That’s pretty amazing, & solid proof of the impact this commercial’s had for the fans.

[KatieKat]

It was a damn COMMERCIAL and people were actively looking to find it and singing along. Truly shows that Britney has IT — that undefinable star quality — more than any of the other pop stars. I loved it at the time and still do.

I think I even attempted to like Pepsi after this lol but I’m just more of a water person or maybe sometimes Dr Pepper

[Princessmimi]

I love it!

It honestly is like a documented example of Primeney and why the world fell in love with her.

 

[DoYouDare?]

41 minutes ago, KatieKat said:

It was a damn COMMERCIAL and people were actively looking to find it and singing along. Truly shows that Britney has IT — that undefinable star quality — more than any of the other pop stars. I loved it at the time and still do.

I think I even attempted to like Pepsi after this lol but I’m just more of a water person or maybe sometimes Dr Pepper

I absolutely agree with you, there’s truly something special about her. No other female artist of her gen ever seemed as exciting to watch, in my honest opinion. She’s forever the queen of Pepsi ads.

[DoYouDare?]

42 minutes ago, Princessmimi said:

I love it!

It honestly is like a documented example of Primeney and why the world fell in love with her.

 

Exactly, one of her most perfect moments captured, & in what better way than this iconic commercial. Love her.

[Kiss my]

14 hours ago, Agyness said:

For me, that's not the image I keep of her as iconic. To be honest, I don't really like, not at all actually, the aesthetic she had in the late 90s, with a certain heaviness of the boy bands of that era, in the mechanical dance, not much subtlety, not really sensual, even quite tacky. I much prefer the other Pepsi commercials she did, the one in the arena, and the other with vintage images from different eras. Fortunately, in 2001, she broke away from the 90s with something urban, modern, sensual, more in line with what she wanted. 

Flop fan

[DoYouDare?]

8 hours ago, Kiss my said:

Flop fan

Let’s treat the Britney community with kindness, everyone has their own opinions. 

[Kiss my]

3 hours ago, DoYouDare? said:

Let’s treat the Britney community with kindness, everyone has their own opinions. 

We still love you boo 

Tbh I must’ve watched that ad 200 times when it was first released - I was literally blown away

[LoveforBritney]

On 9/4/2024 at 8:58 PM, Emil87 said:

 

A cultural reset, and quite simply, the best ad I’d ever seen in my life. Nothing has really topped it for me. The commercial was like an epic music video and the song itself sounded like a mega-hit single. “Just enjoy the ride”..we sure did, Britney!

 

I agree! I wish I owned a tv when it aired 

[Kiss my]

This ad is a great example of Britney’s IT factor in front of the camera. She’s so relaxed and natural and sweet and innocent and s3xy all at the same time.