Masterpieces of Vocaloid Ballads [Tear-Jerking / Heart-Wrenching]
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.
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Vocaloid Ballad Masterpieces [Tear-jerking & Heart-wrenching] (1–10)
Thank youfin
A poignant ballad with a bittersweet melody and a heartfelt message of gratitude.
In this work by fin, Hatsune Miku’s whispery vocals and the piano’s ethereal tones resonate deeply.
You want to honestly convey a simple “thank you” to someone important, yet you can’t find the words.
That inner conflict and warmth are gently portrayed within the calm flow of the song.
The melody and lyrics harmonize beautifully, making this a gem of a track that stirs profound emotion.
The Path of the Lost ChildYuri Kuriyama
A deeply profound Vocaloid song that gently stays by your aching heart.
Created by Yuri Kuriyama, it was released in November 2024.
It’s a tie-in track for the multimedia project “Maimai Maigoen,” themed around one of its characters, Yuu Okada.
As the protagonist’s theme in the game, it will especially resonate with those who have played it.
When you lose sight of your path, this song will surely be there to stay by your side.
A Love Like Ephemeral Lightanmitsu
A beautiful ballad that sings of eternal love.
Created by Toshiyasu Miyata of Kis-My-Ft2, also known as Anmitsu, it was released in February 2024, with arrangement by 40mP.
This heartwarming ballad gently depicts the small joys found in everyday life and the supportive bond between two people.
The tender tones of the acoustic guitar evoke a nostalgic atmosphere that envelops the listener.
It’s a song you’ll want to hear when you wish to savor the preciousness of time spent with someone dear.
Vocaloid Ballad Masterpieces [Tearjerking & Heart-wrenching] (11–20)
I'm afraid to live.Hiromi Hashimoto
An unadorned title—precisely the kind that resonates with many.
This is a track by Hiromi Hashimoto, a Vocaloid producer known for a piano-focused musical style, released in April 2023.
With its warm piano and sweeping strings that make your heart tremble, it’s a deeply emotional work.
The lyrics, reflecting a sense of “difficulty in living,” are a lump of raw feeling that almost anyone can relate to.
Combined with the careful delivery of each and every word, it truly strikes a chord.
Your ShapeNEW!Tohta Kasamura
This song, where Nayuka’s voice gently nestles close to your heart, is a ballad released by Tota Kasamura in September 2025.
The story unfolds as we realize that the presence of someone precious, etched deep within the hollow of our chest, is life itself.
Precisely because it’s arranged with only piano and vocals, the emotions embedded in the lyrics are conveyed directly.
It’s a track I want you to listen to when you’re feeling the pain of losing someone, yet finding the resolve to keep living.
I won't let go.Tohta Kasamura
Even after a heartbreak, there are likely people who still don’t want to part ways with the other person.
A song that gives voice to those feelings is “I Won’t Let Go.” This piece was released by Toa Kasamura.
Set across various situations, it’s a track that portrays the longing for someone from whom you’ve been separated.
The chorus consists of simple, repeated phrases, but that very simplicity fuels the imagination.
Try listening while reflecting on your own feelings and experiences.
Losing You (Part I)NEW!Yasuha.
A longing for someone precious whom you can never meet again… This R&B ballad portrays that painful sense of loss.
It’s a work by the Vocaloid producer Yasuha.
, also known for “Sukinononi” and “On Your Side,” released in 2017.
The song is included on the album “DIVERSITY.” Centered on a beautiful piano melody, the refined sound blends with Hatsune Miku’s fragile vocals, seeping deep into the heart.
The lyrics vividly convey the protagonist’s regret over time that cannot be reclaimed and words once exchanged, tightening the chest.
It might even bring back a cherished memory within you.