Also active as a doctor! R Sound Design’s popular song rankings
R Sound Design is a songwriter engaged in a unique range of activities—as an arranger, Vocaloid producer, and healthcare professional.
They began their career in 2015 and gained recognition when their 2017 release “Teikoku Shoujo” surpassed 24 million views on YouTube.
Known for a wide scope of work, they not only sing and play guitar but also provide songs to other artists.
In this feature, we’ll introduce a ranking of R Sound Design’s most popular tracks.
Whether you’re a longtime fan or have only heard the name, we hope you enjoy it!
Also active as a physician! R Sound Design’s Popular Song Rankings (1–10)
Imperial GirlR Sound Design1rank/position
A song marked by a sophisticated melody that nestles into the urban night.
Created by R Sound Design, it was released in 2017 and was also included on the album “City Girl Syndrome,” which came out in November of the same year.
Its sound incorporates elements of city pop and funk, and the lyrics, which abstractly portray emotions like loneliness and self-loss, resonate deeply.
It’s the perfect track to listen to while walking through the city at night.
When you’re worn out by the hustle and bustle, this song will soothe your heart.
flosR Sound Design2rank/position
Flowers drawn on pastel-colored construction paper.
It’s a stylish piece that uses various illustrations with organic designs.
The track is by R Sound Design, also known for works like “Teikoku Shoujo,” and it was released in 2018.
Even though the visuals themselves don’t move, perhaps due to the editing and color palette, it never gets boring.
It’s a highly polished PV with a cohesive feel that matches the music.
Imperial Capital UltramarineR Sound Design3rank/position
Despite its light rhythm, it’s a chic, mature song.
It’s a track by the Vocaloid producer R Sound Design, known for a city-inspired style, released in 2020.
This is the Vocaloid version of a song provided to the singer Jel.
Its cool sound design is distinctive, and listening to it somehow feels calming.
The lyrics, suggesting a forbidden love—dangerous yet sultry—are another part of its charm.
I bet some of you might find yourselves longing for this kind of romance.
atriumR Sound Design4rank/position
This is a translucent-sounding Vocaloid track that draws you in with its sophisticated guitar tones.
It’s by R Sound Design, the Vocaloid producer also known for works like “Teikoku Shoujo,” and it was released in 2018.
The side-to-side swaying arrangement feels incredibly pleasant.
The sound image pairs perfectly with v flower’s rounded vocals—it makes you want to close your eyes and listen.
If you want the audio, it’s included on the album “Delights,” so consider purchasing it!
snow bloomR Sound Design5rank/position
This is a winter song that unfolds a fantastical worldview.
It was released in November 2024 as the theme song for the “Hirohako Winter Tourist Campaign 2024–2025” by Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture, and Hakodate City, Hokkaido.
Layering Hatsune Miku’s translucent vocals over a polished electronic sound, it conveys the sensation of your heart gently melting like snow.
Combining serenity with lightness, this piece is perfect for those who wish to spend a holy night quietly on their own.
Give it a listen while letting your thoughts wander through winter scenery.
Bullies Fall in LoveR Sound Design6rank/position
It’s a love song richly imbued with the feelings of a summer romance.
Composed by R Sound Design and released in July 2023, its melody and lyrics evoke the sweet-and-sour days of youth, and the arrangement featuring slide guitar is stylish.
The harmony between that soundscape and Miku’s vocals is exquisite.
It’s the perfect track for the hot season that makes you want to fall in love.
Highly recommended not only for young listeners but also for adults who wish to revisit those days.
SaloonR Sound Design7rank/position
R Sound Design, also known for working under the name usugeP.
The first piece he produced using Harui is “Saloon.” Harui is a voice library that excels at rap, and in this work, R Sound Design has successfully brought out its full potential.
Give it a listen while paying attention to the skillful flows and rhymes, as well as the stylish lyrics—elements unlike anything we’ve heard before.