Lovely Vocaloid

A classic sung by IA. Recommended popular Vocaloid songs

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.

Here are some songs performed by IA (Ia), whose vocals are provided by the popular female singer Lia, known for her clear, translucent voice.

IA’s vocals, crafted with a focus on transparency as well as gloss and firmness, leave a very refreshing impression.

At the same time, they also possess a power that can stand up to the accompaniment, making them an excellent match for intense tracks.

Just by listening to the songs collected in this article, you should be able to appreciate the wide range of musical genres in IA’s original tracks and the depth of IA’s expressiveness.

Be sure to check them out to the end!

A famous song sung by “IA.” Recommended popular Vocaloid tracks (11–20)

Setsuna DriveYoshimitsu Taki

IA / Setsuna Drive (Yoshimitsu Taki (9mm Parabellum Bullet)) [MUSIC VIDEO]

Yoshimitsu Takizumi Setsuna Drive

This piece was actually composed by Yoshimitsu Taki, the guitarist of the rock band 9mm Parabellum Bullet.

So it has that 9mm-like, exhilarating sense of speed! The resonant drums are great too.

It’s also available for karaoke, so if you’re a fan, why not give it a sing?

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Alice in the FreezerOrangestar

Orangestar – Alice in Freezer (feat. IA) Official Video

Alice in Freezer Orangestar

It’s a Vocaloid track with a mysterious atmosphere, where a simple sonic image unfolds into a fantastical, grand worldview.

Created by the Vocaloid producer Orangestar—who also gained attention for living overseas—it was released in 2016.

Centered on bass, drums, and piano tones, the song may initially seem very straightforward, as I mentioned earlier.

But as you keep listening, you’ll find yourself drawn into its depths.

The lyrics, full of unique turns of phrase, are another part of its appeal.

Sung by IA, it’s a masterpiece with an indescribable sense of transparency.

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Inner Artsjin

IA / Inner Arts (Jin) [MUSIC VIDEO]

Inner Arts Jin

From the very first note, it’s an exhilarating, cool track.

It’s a grand mixture rock piece where the sound hits your ears in solid masses, instantly pulling you into its world.

It’s a song that truly showcases Jin’s flair.

It was released in 2014.

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Realistic rationalistBurdock noodles

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This is a mixture rock track with a refraining guitar tone that lingers in your ears.

It’s one of Vocaloid producer Goboumen’s signature songs, released in 2012.

The lyrics convey the protagonist’s heartfelt feelings of having no place where they belong, making it highly relatable.

It may especially resonate with younger generations.

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Six Trillion Years and an Overnight Storykemu

[HD] Six Trillion Years and One Night Story [IA Original Song / with PV] - KEMU VOXX

Six Trillion Years and One Night Story kemu

From the hard-hitting, high-sound-pressure intro, this is an incredibly cool nu-metal/mixture rock number.

It’s a track by kemu—aka Akita Horie, who’s also active as the bassist of the band PENGUIN RESEARCH—released in 2012.

It features dizzyingly rapid song development and a fast-paced melodic line.

The highly narrative lyrics make it well worth analyzing.

The song has also been novelized, which I highly recommend checking out alongside the track.

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RokuberuHONEY WORKS

Rokubell / HoneyWorks feat. IA

Lokubell HONEY WORKS

This is a song by the creator unit HoneyWorks.

It’s about a cat who believed it was human—very catchy, with a touch of melancholy.

IA’s cute vocals suit it perfectly.

Somehow, it makes you want to listen to it while taking a walk on a sunny day.

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A classic hit sung by IA. Recommended popular Vocaloid songs (21–30)

one's victory; sweeping win; winning by oneselfpotter's wheel

Hitorigachi / IA

one-person pottery wheel

It’s a Vocaloid song that makes hope well up from deep within as you listen.

Created by the Vocaloid producer Rokuro, also known for the hit “Slow Downer,” it was released in 2018.

It’s a grand, exhilarating rock number that builds in layers of sound as it progresses, lifting your spirits along the way.

The warm message in the lyrics—“You’re not alone”—will seep right into the depths of your heart.

If you’ve hit a wall and are feeling down, please give it a listen.

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