More Bounce to the Ounce

MORE BOUNCE TO THE OUNCE

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In the 1950s, Pepsi launched "More Bounce to the Ounce" to compete with Coca-Cola.

The slogan matched the era's rock music and youth culture, as teenagers bought records and drank soda in suburban homes.

THE PHRASE FIRST APPEARED IN PEPSI ADVERTISEMENTS IN THE 1950S

A vintage pepsi More Bounce to the Ounce ad with happy people
Source: PepsiCo

The slogan "More Bounce to the Ounce" highlighted Pepsi's fizzyness and flavor through its rhythmic wordplay.

Pepsi aimed to capture consumers' attention and embed their brand in everyday speech.

The tagline proved durable, shaping Pepsi's advertising identity for decades to follow.

THE FUNK BAND ZAPP RELEASED A HIT SONG TITLED "MORE BOUNCE TO THE OUNCE"

Zapp album cover
Source: Zapp

In 1980, funk band Zapp released "More Bounce to the Ounce," transforming Pepsi’s famous slogan into a hit dance track.

The song's repetitive hook, lifted from advertising, found new life in Zapp's infectious groove.

THE PHRASE BECAME A CULTURAL CATCHPHRASE

Always hits the spot more bounce to the ounce ad
Source: PepsiCo

"More Bounce to the Ounce" began as a Pepsi slogan but grew into a widespread cultural touchstone.

The phrase moved beyond advertising into movies, TV shows, and comedy routines throughout the late 1900s.

Each new appearance in media strengthened its recognition in popular culture.

IT SUBTLY EMPHASIZED HOW PEPSI DIFFERED FROM RIVAL COKE

More Bounce to the Ounce Pepsi bbq ad
Source: PepsiCo

"More Bounce to the Ounce" served Pepsi's brand strategy in two ways.

First, it created a memorable tagline.

Second, it subtly positioned Pepsi against Coca-Cola by suggesting superior drinkability.

The slogan implied Pepsi offered more carbonation than its competitor without directly stating this comparison.

IT STILL EVOKES A SENSE OF YOUTHFUL ENERGY AND NOSTALGIA

youth enjoying a Pepsi in a More Bounce to the Ounce Ad
Source: PepsiCo

"More Bounce to the Ounce" bridges two eras of American advertising.

The slogan first captured audiences through 1950s Madison Avenue optimism, when creative wordplay carried more weight than product specifications.

Today, it evokes both nostalgia and youthful energy - calling up images of summer days at soda fountains while still resonating with modern consumers.

By connecting vintage charm with contemporary appeal, this Pepsi slogan has secured its place in both advertising history and popular culture.

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