What global McDonald's advertising slogan debuted in 2003 with the company's major campaign?

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“I'm lovin' it” was the global McDonald's advertising slogan introduced with the company's major campaign in 2003.

The campaign launched internationally in September 2003 and used the phrase across television, print, packaging, restaurants, and other marketing. Its deliberately conversational wording presented McDonald's as part of everyday enjoyment rather than simply emphasizing product features.

The campaign is also associated with a distinctive five-note musical hook, often called the “ba da ba ba ba” jingle. Justin Timberlake appeared in an early promotional music video connected with the campaign, while the slogan was adapted for use in many markets.

The phrase is sometimes incorrectly treated as a product name or an older McDonald's slogan. It is a brand advertising line, and its lowercase styling became part of the campaign's visual identity.

Source: Wikipedia · fact-checked Oct. 2026

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