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I want to perform Vocaloid songs with an acoustic guitar! A collection of recommended tracks for beginners

A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerWakachan Araki
I started playing guitar in middle school and focused on band activities during my student years. I’ve been a hobbyist Vocaloid producer for over 15 years. After entering the workforce, I gained experience in various roles, including event sound engineering and videography/photography. As a writer, I’ve contributed introduction articles for music and manga websites, and in 2022 I had the opportunity to write the bonus liner notes for IA SUPER BEST. My specialties are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.

These days, there are many people who started playing instruments because of Vocaloid songs.

Just by watching cover bands and acoustic cover arrangements on video sites, you can tell how many people are into it.

So in this article, I’ve compiled a list of Vocaloid songs you can play on acoustic guitar!

I think it’ll be especially helpful for beginners when choosing songs.

By the way, a simple trick to make singing and playing easier is to use an accessory called a capo.

With a capo, you can sometimes avoid having to finger difficult chords.

I want to perform Vocaloid songs with an acoustic guitar! A roundup of beginner-friendly tracks (11–20)

Lily of the Endless NightTohta Kasamura

Lily of the Endless Night / feat. Fukase

Lily of the Unending Night, Kasamura Tota

How about trying a tear-jerking Vocaloid ballad? “Akenai Yoru no Lily” by Tota Kasamura is a track released in 2018.

The gentle tones of the piano and Fukase’s straightforward vocals make it a piece that really touches the heart.

In a world that has reached its end, the protagonist and Lily spend the same time together, and just imagining their story naturally brings tears to your eyes.

Alongside the bright, basic chords like C, D, E, F, G, A, and B, you’ll also encounter chords with a different nuance, such as Cmaj7.

But don’t worry even if you see chord names you don’t recognize—Cmaj7 can actually require fewer fingers than C.

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Happy SynthesizerEasy Pop

Happy Synthesizer [Acoustic Guitar]

Happy Synthesizer Easy Pop

You can play a pop electronic number on acoustic guitar too! “Happy Synthesizer” by EasyPop is a song released in 2010.

It’s a popular piece that has inspired many derivative works, such as dance videos.

Up until the key change in the latter half, you can get through it with just four chords, so it’s great for beginner guitarists.

The melody is catchy, so it’ll be fun if you can sing and play it! It would also be nice to jam with musician friends who can handle percussion.

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Dawn and Firefliesn-buna

Dawn and Fireflies / n-buna (Acoustic covered by Are-kun)

Daybreak and Fireflies n-buna

This is a song composed by n-buna, who is currently active with the band Yorushika.

As the title suggests, it has a unique melody and lyrics that feel calm like the moments before dawn, yet carry an atmosphere of awakening.

The song itself exudes a truly acoustic vibe, making it an excellent match for acoustic guitar.

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two-breath walkingDECO*27

Two-Breaths Walking / DECO*27 Acoustic Cover

Bipedal Breathing DECO*27

This is a work that makes you think with its deep storytelling—devoted love that could also be seen as a dependent relationship.

DECO*27’s popular Vocaloid track “A Two-Breath Walk” is a rock number released in 2009.

The catchy yet cool composition is complemented by Miku’s clearly defined vocals.

Above all, its lyrics invite rich interpretation, which is a major appeal of this Vocaloid song.

While the chords aren’t particularly complex, there are many chord changes and a relatively wide variety.

That said—or rather, because of that—once you can play this song, you’ll likely be able to play a good portion of other works as well.

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PuzzleStag Beetle P

Puzzle (feat. Hatsune Miku)

Puzzle Stag Beetle P

Two people whose emotional bond has been severed—their relationship is heart-wrenching.

This song, released in 2009 by KuwagataP, a Vocaloid producer known for band-oriented sound, is an emotional Vocaloid track resonating with impassioned guitar tones.

The sound image feels as if the overflowing feelings embedded in the lyrics have been turned directly into sound, piercing the heart.

Using a capo simplifies the chords, but deliberately playing with barre chords is also an option.

That’s because the chord shapes that work as barre chords actually have fewer patterns than standard chord fingerings.

For example, look up the barre chord shapes for C and D and compare them—you’ll see the only difference is the fret position.

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Night Sky Patrol of TomorrowOrangestar

'Asu no Yozora Shoukaihan / Orangestar (Acoustic Cover)'

Asu no Yozora Shoukaihan Orangestar

The Vocaloid song “Asu no Yozora Shoukaihan” is hugely popular among younger listeners.

Its fresh, easy-to-listen-to melody is fantastic, isn’t it? Many people probably want to play this song on acoustic guitar, too.

It’s an easy piece even for acoustic guitar beginners, so give it a try.

If you can play the chorus, you should be able to play the other sections smoothly as well!

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I want to do acoustic guitar covers of Vocaloid songs! A roundup of beginner-friendly tracks (21–30)

Talent, my foot.Afternoon tea

Talent or Something / Otomachi Una

Talent? It's just like afternoon tea.

A great song for your first acoustic guitar practice is “Sainō Nanka” by Gogo Tea.

There are no difficult chords, so beginners should find it easy to play.

The key to playing this song well is to add ghost strums to bring out a bouncy rhythmic feel.

Once you get comfortable with the song, be sure to practice the main riff too.

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