A special feature on cute and popular Vocaloid songs! For those who want to feel a flutter in their hearts

Just-woken-up palm treeYukopi

Yukopi – Palm Tree Right After Waking Up (feat. Kaai Yuki)

One of the most talked-about Vocaloid producers in Japan right now, Yukopi.

After scoring a nationwide hit with “Strong Wind All Back,” they quickly released “Neoki Yashinoki” (“Palm Tree Right After Waking Up”), which became another big hit.

The slightly off-pitch recorder, laid-back and unique lyrics, and vocal lines create an indescribable cuteness.

It’s been covered by various V-singers and V-livers, so I recommend listening and comparing the versions.

Personally, I especially recommend the cover by Akami Karubi, who’s active on Twitch!

Sorry, I might be late.Harukawa

Sorry, I might be late / Kasukabe Tsumugi

I can’t help thinking, “It’s admirable to be so honest.” It’s a track by Vocaloid producer Harukawa, released in July 2022, featuring Kasukabe Tsumugi from the VOICEVOX voice library.

True to its title, the song is all about apologizing over and over for being late.

The witty lyrics are delivered over a fast, high-energy mix of rock styles.

It’s so cool you wouldn’t believe it’s a song about being late.

I think you’ll fall for Kasukabe Tsumugi’s cuteness, too.

Transparent in summerTwinfield

Transparent in Summer / Twinfield feat. Hatsune Miku

A refreshing love song wrapped in the transparency of summer.

Released in 2024 by Twinfield, this piece stands out with its crystal-clear melodic lines and shimmering sound.

Centered on themes of summer memories and secret feelings of love, its sentimental lyrics tighten the heart.

Give it a listen, and it will surely carry a fresh, cleansing breeze into yours.

Darling, darlingMerokuru

Darling Darling / Merokuru feat. Natsuiro Karin

Merokuru’s “Darling Darling” is a song bursting with retro, pop charm.

Released on November 23, 2024, it expresses an earnest longing for love through a catchy melody and Karin Natsuiro’s cute vocals.

Wanting to meet your destined person, yet things just don’t go that smoothly… The feelings reflected in the lyrics are ones many have likely experienced, and should especially resonate with teens.

Give it a listen and let it put you in a romantic mood!

Really Mighty LadyTwinfield

Twinfield – Really Mighty Lady feat. Hatsune Miku

It’s a fast-paced electronic number themed around long-distance romance.

The track is by Vocaloid producer Twinfield and was released in 2021.

The sound arrangement, which feels like it keeps surging toward you, is striking.

It’s polished with a cool edge nestled within its pop sensibility.

The lyrics portray the emotional misalignments unique to long-distance relationships, alongside a single-minded devotion—“I still love you.” A highly relatable and charming Vocaloid song.

Fluffy Travelers!Komiya Coffee

Fluffy Travelers! / Komiya Caffy feat. Otomachi Una

This is a song born from the project “eneeemy” by illustrator Arsetica! It’s a work by Vocaloid producer Komiya Caffy, released in March 2022.

The orchestral-inspired sound design and the composition that keeps modulating as it progresses are truly wonderful.

This must be what people mean by “soft” sound.

Otomachi Una’s warm singing voice also matches perfectly.

If you like it, I recommend exploring the other songs in the “eneeemy” series!

Sweetie Kitchen Show Time!!!Cacao beans

Sweetie Kitchen Show Time!!! / Mame Cacao feat. Tohoku Kiritan, Zundamon

A sweet, sweet love song that’ll make you hungry just by listening! It’s a track by Vocaloid producer Mamecacao, who also does game commentary using VOICEROID, released in 2023.

It was an entry in the Rookie category of BOCALOID Collection Summer 2023.

The song is about making homemade sweets for someone you love, featuring a unique back-and-forth between Tohoku Kiritan and Zundamon.

Its sparkling vibe and sound arrangement are so uplifting they’ll have you floating, too.

Perfect for the Valentine’s season!