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[Memories] A Collection of Nostalgic and Classic Popular Vocaloid Songs
It’s no exaggeration to say that Vocaloid grew up alongside internet culture.
Sparked by the release of the MEIKO library in 2004, countless masterpieces have continued to be created up to the present day.
Especially after Hatsune Miku’s debut in 2007, there are surely people who devoted their entire youth to the explosive Vocaloid boom centered on Niconico Douga.
In this article, we’ve put together a collection of nostalgic Vocaloid songs that helped shape that scene.
It’s a playlist perfect for diving into memories or discovering something new!
[Memories] A roundup of nostalgic and classic popular Vocaloid songs (1–10)
Donut holeBee
“Donut Hole” is a melodious Vocaloid rock track created by Kenshi Yonezu, also known as Hachi.
Before this song was released, Yonezu had already begun working as a singer-songwriter.
After nearly three years without a new Vocaloid track, the scene at the time was thrilled by this long-awaited release.
Its sound, combining coolness with a touch of melancholy, resonated deeply with everyone.
Why not give “Donut Hole” another listen?
Tell Your Worldlivetune
The Vocaloid boom that exploded in 2007 spread like wildfire, and at its center was livetune’s Tell Your World, which still shines with unfading brilliance.
Released as a tie-in song for Google Chrome’s global campaign, its high musical quality—and a music video that fused live-action footage with Hatsune Miku—energized the scene at the time.
It’s a sparkling electro tune with the theme of a musical revolution.
The lyrics, infused with the desire to convey feelings through the internet, give you a push forward.
Be sure to add it to your playlist!
Don't go.Souta
A song that depicts a heartrending scene and resonated with many listeners.
In this track, where Sota features Utaai Yuki, it expresses the turmoil and poignancy as a breakup draws near.
The slightly retro, beautiful melody combined with the sorrow seeping through the lyrics makes your chest tighten.
With its irresistible soundscape and vocals—everything about it—this song feels like it could keep you company on lonely nights or when you’re by yourself.
secret policebrill
“Secret Police” is a song by Buriru, released in 2010.
It became a hit, reaching one million views on Niconico in 2015.
Its edgy, high-speed sound and uniquely immersive lyrical world are irresistible.
The rhythmic beats and addictive vocal phrases captured the hearts of many Vocaloid listeners.
The blazing hot guitar solo is another highlight.
Let this coolness electrify you!
Childish WarGiga
Giga’s composition “Okotyamawars” (Childish War) tells a sibling story starring Kagamine Rin and Len.
From the way the two assert their own positions, you can sense their strong competitiveness.
Each character’s personality stands out, and the story comes to life just by listening.
Giga’s signature meticulous sound design, Reol’s lyrics, and the perfect match with Rin and Len’s vocals are simply outstanding!
1925T-POCKET
This song, released by T-POCKET in October 2009.
Its title was inspired by the fact that Japan saw its first female conductors in the Taisho era, but the worldview in the lyrics portrays universal themes.
Freedom and constraint, the individual and society.
It powerfully expresses emotions swaying between those values.
The provocative turns of phrase can be read as sharp satire of modern consumer culture, while at the same time feeling like a strong assertion of the will to seek self-identity.
The fact that it has been covered by various artists and continues to inspire new interpretations, such as trance arrangements, attests to the song’s depth.
It’s the kind of track that makes you want to listen to your inner voice when you’re standing at a crossroads in life.
An ocean sunfish is dead behind the house.Sunfish P is dead behind the house
The story told from a uniquely quirky perspective is the hallmark of “A Sunfish Died Behind My House.” The song was released on Niconico in July 2009.
The video features illustrations drawn by the artist’s real-life older sister, manga creator Hiro Hata.
As the title suggests, it starts with the mysterious situation of a sunfish dying behind the house, and the surreal developments continue to the very end.
It’s packed with the bewildered protagonist’s feelings—pure chaos.
The cool rock sound that drives it all only heightens the impact of that contrast.