[Vocaloid] Easy Band Songs for Beginners [Simple]
There must be many people who want to cover Vocaloid songs with a band.
For example: “We want to play a Vocaloid song at our school festival concert!” This feature article should help you choose songs for times like that.
We’ve picked pieces that are relatively easy to perform, so they’re great for beginner instrumentalists.
There may be some slightly tricky phrases, but in those cases, doing your own arrangement is one option.
Keep in mind, “It’s not about one person’s strength—express the world of the song as a whole band,” and definitely give it a try!
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[Vocaloid] Easy Band Songs for Beginners [Simple] (21–30)
Karakuri Pierrot40mP
40mP’s “Karakuri Pierrot” is hugely popular not only for band performances but also in “tried playing” and “tried singing” covers.
The bittersweet melody line paired with the elegant-sounding arrangement always feels pleasant to listen to.
Since there are no key changes or complex rhythm patterns, it’s an easy piece for beginners to perform.
If you can’t incorporate string sounds, substituting with guitar can work well.
A key point for playing it well as a band is to stop the sound cleanly and exactly during the breaks in the song.
Just keeping that in mind will give your performance more contrast and clarity, so be sure to try it.
Meltryo
If you’re going to do a Vocaloid cover band, you should definitely include the iconic classic “Melt,” which is practically synonymous with Vocaloid songs.
The key to this track is creating a fresh, breezy vibe.
Since the lead part will be handled by the keyboard, the keyboardist should spend a bit more time than usual on sound design.
The original drum pattern is tricky, so try arranging it to make it easier to play.
Once the whole band gets comfortable with the performance, add backing vocals to raise the quality even further.
It’ll be perfect when the sparkling feel of the song really comes through in the sound!
[Vocaloid] Easy Band Songs for Beginners to Try [Simple] (31–40)
nuisance; pest; someone who gets in the wayDECO*27
Let’s play a cute love song and get the crowd hyped! This track by DECO*27, a Vocaloid producer who’s been at the forefront of the scene for many years, was released in 2014.
The lyrics capture an unwavering, straight-from-the-heart kind of love—so exciting! While the song features synth phrases, I think it can still be performed with just guitar, bass, and drums if you omit those parts.
There aren’t any particularly technical sections, either.
If anything, the key is how much the vocalist can bring out the cuteness.
Chill, fluffy Sea-of-Trees girlstone bath
An upbeat rock number with an irresistible rough band sound and a thrilling sense of speed.
It’s a signature song by Ishifuro—also the guitarist of the rock band Necry Talkie—released in 2011.
The lyrics, depicting a negatively-inclined female protagonist, claw at that feeling of moratorium.
The guitar can be reproduced with octave techniques, and the bass can fully convey the song’s atmosphere with simple root playing.
Play the loud parts with full force and stop cleanly where it stops—aim for performance with that kind of dynamic contrast in mind.
Coral in a miniature gardenkoyori
This work by Koyori features lyrics that are striking for their delicacy and emotional depth.
It symbolically portrays feelings where anxiety and hope for the future are intertwined.
Even while carrying a heavy heart, you can feel the strength and hope to keep looking forward and living on.
Many of the guitar parts can be played with power chords, so start practicing those first.
Learning the chorus rhythm pattern is also key.
The drums mainly use a basic 8-beat, making it approachable to try.
It’s a song that will resonate with anyone struggling in life.
XXXXXXrain clouds
An alternative Vocaloid track packed tightly with the helpless feelings we experience in everyday life.
Created by Vocaloid producer Amagumori and released in 2021.
With its “this is a band sound” simple arrangement—perhaps precisely because of that—the message carried by KAFU’s wistful vocals and the lyrics comes through directly.
There are multiple guitar phrases layered in the original, but even just one guitar playing chord strums should get you close to the original vibe.
Cowardly Mont BlancDECO*27
A track by DECO*27, a Vocaloid producer who has created numerous popular songs that blend rock sounds with electronica.
It’s an excellent number featuring a robust, guitar-forward sound and a wistful melody.
With a relaxed tempo and no demanding techniques, it’s perfect for beginners to tackle.
However, precisely because it’s slow, rushing the rhythm can throw off the ensemble.
Be mindful of keeping steady tempo.
Highly recommended for instrumental beginners who want to try playing a Vocaloid song.