New sync: “FUNKYTOWN” powers Tops at Spar

Oct 28, 2025 | Sync Wins

A bold red advert for Tops at Spar with "tops! TURN UP EPIC" in white text. A sync banner below offers free delivery, dates 21 Oct - 9 Nov 2025, and a scooter icon. Bottom warns: "#NO Not For Persons Under The Age Of 18." (aware.org.za logo).

Classic disco energy meets South African retail charm.

Tops at Spar’s latest spot leans into pure feel-good nostalgia with Lipps Inc.’s “FUNKYTOWN”, driving festive-store vibes and instant recognition. It’s the kind of placement where a timeless hook does the heavy lifting — familiar, upbeat, and clearance-friendly for broad audiences.

For brands, this is why catalogue classics endure in retail: they cue mood in seconds and keep the story light on voiceover. For rights teams, a clean brief and clear usage terms keep edits moving — from 15s cut-downs to social.

Agency: Patriot Films
Brand: Tops at Spar
Music: “FUNKYTOWN” — Lipps Inc.
Composer: Steven Greenberg

CTA: Looking for licensed music with fast approvals? Speak to our Sync & Licensing team.

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