Lovely Vocaloid

Masterpieces of Vocaloid Ballads [Tear-Jerking / Heart-Wrenching]

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.

When you’re feeling wistful or sad, what kind of music do you listen to?

Some people might choose bright, uplifting tracks.

But I bet quite a few prefer slower songs that seem to stay close to how they’re feeling in the moment.

So in this article, I’ve put together a collection of Vocaloid ballads.

I’ve picked out a wide range, from recent hits to long-loved classics.

I hope you find a song that fits your heart perfectly.

Vocaloid Ballad Masterpieces [Tearjerkers & Bittersweet] (71–80)

Karakuri Pierrot40mP

[Hatsune Miku (40mP)] Karakuri Pierrot [Original]

Karakuri Pierrot 40mP

“Karakuri Pierrot” is a Vocaloid song by 40mP released on Nico Nico Douga in 2011.

It’s also included on the album “My Small Self and the Big World.” Featuring Hatsune Miku on vocals and GUMI on chorus, this heartbreak ballad reached one million views in 2012.

The song begins with a meeting-up scene and portrays the loneliness of being at the mercy of love.

The album version is slightly rearranged from the original, so it might be fun to compare the two!

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soundless voiceHitoshizuku-P

[Kagamine Len] soundless voice [Album Remaster · New PV]

soundless voice Hitoshizuku-P

This is a sad Vocaloid ballad depicting a farewell to a loved one.

It was uploaded to Nico Nico Douga in 2008 and became a hot topic, and a remake version was released in 2012.

The wistful piano tones, which seem to express the protagonist’s feelings, really sink into the heart.

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AstronautPowapowa-P

Hatsune Miku - Astronauts [Original] with Chinese Subtitles

Astronaut Powapowa P

Astronauts by Powapowa-P is a wistful, gently paced song sung by Hatsune Miku.

At just over seven minutes, it’s relatively long for a Vocaloid track, but it delivers a message that draws listeners in.

Its simple yet powerful sound and tender, memorable melody make it a standout piece.

You can listen to it on Nico Nico Douga, and it’s also included on the CD VOCAROCK collection 3 feat.

Hatsune Miku.

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Masterpieces of Vocaloid Ballads [Tear-Jerking & Heart-Wrenching] (81–90)

Give me the courage to let go of the happiness I longed for so much.Tohta Kasamura

Give me the courage to let go of the happiness I desired so much / feat. Hatsune Miku

Give me the courage to let go of the happiness I desired so much. — Tota Kasamura

Watch “Give me the courage to let go of the happiness I wanted so much – Tota Kasamura” on YouTube

Despite its very simple instrumentation, why does it feel so profound? This is a song by Vocaloid producer Tota Kasamura, released in 2020.

It’s a deeply sorrowful Vocaloid ballad that sings of wishing to stay by the side of a beloved person they can no longer meet—even in the next life.

The title alone is heartbreaking, and reading the lyrics truly brings you to tears.

The warm melody resonates as well… It’s a masterpiece you’ll want to listen to carefully in a quiet moment alone.

Ideally, on a calm night.

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Until I throw away my dreams and become an adultTohta Kasamura

Until I throw away my dreams and become an adult / feat. Hatsune Miku

Totaa Kasamura, until I abandon my dreams and become an adult

This song vividly portrays the inner turmoil that wavers between reality and dreams, recognizing that the period in life when we can truly do what we want is very short.

I don’t even know whether I have the choice to pursue my dream of becoming an artist or not.

Living between dreams and reality is painful, isn’t it?

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White DaughterAkuno-P

[Yowane Haku] The White Maiden [Original in a Medieval Tale Style]

Shiro no Musume, Aku no P

According to the author, it was originally written for a novel.

Because of that, the lyrics are characterized by their explanatory, narrative style.

This song alone is moving enough to make you cry, but if you have time, I highly recommend listening to “Servant of Evil” and “Daughter of White” as well.

Understanding the interconnections makes it hard to simply hate the Daughter of Evil, and I think it will hit you in the heart.

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Singing in the pouring rainshigure (late autumn/early winter drizzle)

Singing in the Pouring Rain / Ame Uta-ru

A sudden shower sings in the pouring rain.

“Singing in the Pouring Rain” is a work released by Shigure in November 2019.

It’s an original song written for the 10th-anniversary compilation album of Amau Utaeru, “EMERALD.” Its emotional, dramatic progression is captivating, giving the impression that feelings intensify as the song advances.

The lyrics, imbued with a sense of parting from a loved one, tighten the chest.

It’s a piece that makes you want to keep facing forward and moving on, even in the rain.

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