John Lewis kicked off the 2015 Christmas TV advert season with another heartwarming campaign that captured the nation’s attention. The commercial tells the story of a young girl named Lily, who, while gazing at the Moon through her telescope, notices a lonely “Man on the Moon.” Determined to show him that someone down on Earth is thinking of him, Lily sets out on a charming mission to send a gift and a message of love.
The advert combines magical visuals, emotional storytelling, and the festive spirit to convey a simple but powerful message: Christmas is about showing people you care. As with previous John Lewis Christmas campaigns, the advert blends humour, warmth, and sentiment to create a memorable viewing experience.
The Music in the John Lewis 2015 Christmas Advert
Song: Half The World Away
Artist: Aurora
Album: All My Demons Greeting Me as a Friend
Released: 2015
The soundtrack for the advert is a rendition of the classic Oasis track Half The World Away, performed by Norwegian singer Aurora. Originally released in 1994 as a B-side to Whatever and later gaining fame as the theme for The Royle Family, the song is known for its gentle melody and wistful lyrics. Aurora’s ethereal interpretation gives the track a dreamlike, haunting quality that perfectly complements the advert’s magical visuals and emotional storytelling.
Aurora’s cover preserves the intimacy and sentiment of the original while adding a modern, atmospheric touch, helping to make the John Lewis 2015 Christmas advert both memorable and moving.