A Guide to Vocaloid Rap: A roundup of popular hip‑hop-style Vocaloid tracks

ANIMA-ruUmetora

[Gumirin] ANIMAru [Original MV]

Perhaps because of the percussive timbre, this track gives you the feeling of listening to folk music from overseas.

It’s a piece by the Vocaloid producer Umetora, released in 2018.

It portrays a love in which the two simply crave each other, expressed through an animal metaphor.

While it’s danceable and easy to groove to, it also conveys a dark worldview.

Incidentally, the arrangement was done by Giga-P, also known for “Gigantic O.

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The Fool (Reversed)Mikade

The Fool Upside Down / GUMI

A beat intertwines with a dry guitar sound… this is the very definition of high style.

It’s a track by Vocaloid producer Mikade, released in 2021, and it was submitted to VocaColle 2021 Autumn.

Beneath the steady, matter-of-fact flow, you start to see the ebb and flow of emotion.

The sound arrangement is cool yet brimming with simmering passion.

And the lyrics, which philosophically depict self-affirmation, will likely resonate especially with those who create.

Give it a listen when you want to reexamine your way of life.

Please stop.Hiiragi Magnetite

Hiiragi Magnetite – Please Stop / Haru

We’re excited to introduce “Yamete Kudasai,” a song you won’t be able to forget after just one listen.

This work is by Vocaloid producer Hiiragi Magnetite.

In the A and B sections, rapid-fire rap is delivered over a mid-tempo sound.

Thanks to its ultra-fast, distinctive flow, it makes a strong impact.

Then, in the chorus, the song shifts, repeating the title phrase.

The flow and pronunciation here are unique as well, making it stick in your head.

Give it a listen when you want to get pumped up with a high-energy track.

Zundamon’s Breakfast: The Zun-Rap Alarmopen sea

Zundamon’s Breakfast ~Wake-Up Zun Rap~

The rhythmic melody line is guaranteed to get stuck on repeat! Created by Vocaloid producer Hirau-mi and released in 2022, this story-driven track depicts a scene where Koharu Rikka and Zundamon come to wake up a sleeping Tohoku Zunko.

And once you listen, you’ll get it—the lyric flow feels incredibly satisfying! It’s structured like a conversation between Koharu Rikka and Zundamon, but while it keeps that “spoken line” vibe, it’s still sung properly.

Cute and snappy, this number absolutely belongs on your playlist!

Muddy MarmaladeBoiled Fruits

Therefore/Niru Kajitsu “Muddy Marmalade” with Flower [Official] - Muddy marmalade

This song is a voca-rap track with a laid-back city vibe and a perfectly balanced sound.

Created by Nirukagitsu (NiRU Kajitsu), a fruit-themed Vocaloid producer also known for popular tracks like “Sama” and “Oswald,” it was released in 2018.

The lyrics depict the risky, alluring romance between a boy and a girl.

A perfect pick when you want to sink into a cool mood.

Gekokujō (Complete)One-line P

[Kagamine Rin/Len] Gekokujou (Complete) [Original Song] Subtitled

The reggae-style sound with a touch of traditional Japanese flavor is really interesting.

This signature track by Ichigyo-P, “Gekokujou (Complete),” was the first duet song by Kagamine Rin and Len to reach one million views on Niconico Douga.

The irresistibly catchy chorus will have you humming along.

Be sure to take your time reading the lyrics—they have a strong narrative quality.

God of MaryMasa

MASA WORKS DESIGN ft. Hatsune Miku & GUMI – God of Mary

I’m captivated by the word choices in the humor-filled lyrics.

It’s a piece by Masa, who’s well known for high-quality Japanese-style tracks, released in 2015.

The smooth flow with great wordplay fits perfectly over the understated beat.

The lyrics are quite bold, so I highly recommend taking the time to read them carefully at least once.