Popular Vocaloid Artist Rankings [2025]

Villainparticles (te-ni-wo-ha)15rank/position

Villain / flower・Teniwoha

An expressive track that draws you into its downer mood.

Released in February 2020, this piece by Teniwoha features v_flower’s decadent vocal work that leaves a strong impression.

The sonic blend of a distinctive beat and guitar sounds is highly addictive, and the lyrics—centered on a transgender theme—cut deep into contemporary society.

I think it will especially resonate with anyone wanting to reexamine their true self!

Exploding Brain Girlreruriri16rank/position

Brain Fluid Explosion Girl – rerulili feat. Hatsune Miku & GUMI

A masterpiece of Vocaloid rock packed with dizzying twists and turns.

Created by rerulili, this track features a duet by Hatsune Miku and GUMI, with an incredibly addictive melody that captivates listeners.

Its high-speed tempo, along with lyrics that portray social satire and the struggles of youth, are major draws.

Many people probably found themselves listening to this song on repeat back in the day.

It’s a perfect track to belt out at karaoke and have a blast!

Lonely Envykoyori17rank/position

Lonely Envy / Hatsune Miku

This is one of koyori’s signature songs, with lyrics that dive straight into themes of loneliness and jealousy.

Hatsune Miku’s heartrending vocals and the somewhat nostalgic melody leave a strong impression.

Released in November 2012, it quickly gained popularity among Vocaloid fans.

It was also covered in “Hatsune Miku: Colorful Stage!” (Project SEKAI), which drew attention.

Keep the chorus’s build-up in mind and sing with feeling.

Kagerou Daysjin18rank/position

Jin / Kagerou Daze [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

It’s a fast, exhilarating rock tune exceeding 200 BPM.

Created by Jin and released in 2011, its lyrics depict a story set on a summer day and invite deep interpretation—countless listeners have been captivated by its world.

The highly addictive band-driven sound is another major draw.

It’s perfect for instantly amping up the atmosphere, and it’s a guaranteed hit at karaoke when Vocaloid fans are around!

Meltryo19rank/position

Hatsune Miku "Melt"

A gem of a love song that colored the dawn of the Vocaloid scene.

Posted to Nico Nico Douga by ryo in December 2007, it had reached 11.

7 million views by December 2017.

You’ll be moved by the lyrics, which straightforwardly depict a girl’s feelings of love when faced with the person she likes.

The piano-driven, fast-paced sound conveys a fluttering, racing heart.

Hatsune Miku’s vocals are also captivating—mechanical yet somehow human.

The track is included on the first album “supercell” and helped lay the foundations of Vocaloid culture.

It’s the perfect song for reminiscing about your youth or getting hyped with friends at karaoke.

Hated by LifeIori Kanzaki20rank/position

Hated by Life Itself / Hatsune Miku

This is a signature song of the Vocaloid scene that sets views on life and death and conflicts with society to an intense rock sound.

Released by Kanzaki Iori in 2017 using Hatsune Miku, it has surpassed 100 million total plays.

From the very beginning, the driving rhythm and lyrics that feel like an outpouring of the contradictory emotions deep within are overwhelming.

It depicts doubts about living and the struggles within relationships with others, striking deeply at the listener’s heart.

It also garnered attention when Mafumafu performed it on the Kōhaku Uta Gassen.

It’s included in the rhythm game Project Sekai, so many people may have discovered it through the game.

It’s a masterpiece that makes you project your own life onto it and want to sing it with raw emotion at karaoke.

Alien AlienNayutan Alien21rank/position

Nayutan Seijin – Alien Alien (ft. Hatsune Miku) OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO

A track released on Niconico in April 2016 that went on to hit a million views.

Set to a four-on-the-floor beat, its lyrics vividly depict the rush of a love that feels like your heart is being stolen by an alien.

Despite the cosmic motif, it’s filled with universal feelings of love—frustration at not being understood and single-hearted devotion—so it’s sure to resonate with many listeners.

It was included on the January 2017 album “Object Y from Nayutan Planet,” and has since seen wide-ranging exposure, from inclusion in rhythm games to covers by voice actors.

With the high-tone vocals characteristic of Vocaloid and a danceable sound that lifts your mood, it’s perfect for a drive with friends or when you want to reset your mindset.