Hits you hard! A collection of dark and cool Vocaloid songs
How often do you usually listen to Vocaloid songs?
These days, there are so many ways to enjoy music—streaming on subscription services during your commute to school or work, or playing YouTube videos in the background while you’re doing something else.
In this article, I’m introducing a selection of dark and stylish Vocaloid tracks with immersive worlds you won’t be able to escape once you’re hooked.
I’ve handpicked only the ones that really hit hard, so they’re perfect for times when you want to boost your mood or sharpen your focus!
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Hits You Hard! A Collection of Dark and Cool Vocaloid Songs (41–50)
Hatching a curseIDONO KAWAZU
A track distinguished by its unique acoustic design and mysterious atmosphere.
It’s a work by IDONO KAWAZU, released in February 2025.
The blend of Rei Adachi’s distinctive vocals with soundscapes that evoke a sense of unease is exquisite.
You’ll be captivated by the sound arrangement that fuses dark electro with rock.
The lyrics are sprinkled with philosophical questions, leaving ample room for deep interpretation.
Recommended for times when you want to face yourself.
Hits You Hard! A Compilation of Dark and Cool Vocaloid Tracks (51–60)
Demons and the UbiquitousAko × Guchiri
I’m completely taken by its oriental, feverish sound.
This track by Ako-san and Guchiri-san was released in February 2024.
It was written specifically as the theme song for a character appearing in “#Compass: Combat Providence Analysis System.” The hardcore synths and vocals that are noisy yet lustrous are breathtaking—you’re pulled into the song’s world in an instant.
The fact that KAITO is the singer also brings the surprising realization of “So he can sound like this?” The lyrics, depicting the conflict between technology and humanity, are striking as well.
Be sure to turn up the volume and give it a listen!
DARKER!DARKER!Sumia
A dark world woven from a heavy bass and razor-sharp synths.
Released in October 2024, Sumia’s track conjures darkness in the listener’s heart.
Fierce sound that fuses EDM and trap is layered with a noisy vocal, as if the inner conflicts buried deep within are speaking to you.
With “music of despair” as its theme, the lyrics leave a strong impression as they question both society and the self.
The worldview, depicted from an antiheroic perspective, hits hard with raw intensity.
Perfect for when you want to get pumped up or sharpen your focus.
With this one track, why not face the darkness within you?
Reversal OrchestraJunky
This is a baroque-pop style piece that fuses majestic strings with a heavy beat.
Created by Junky, it was released in May 2025 and serves as the theme song for the Mockingbird Administration in the game Zenless Zone Zero.
Its lyrics explore dualistic themes such as truth and fiction, justice and evil, while the music weaves classical elements into a modern sound for a deeply immersive experience.
If you enjoy dramatic tracks, be sure to give it a listen!
Ukiyobana LadybuzzG
A dark, hard-hitting Vocaloid track has arrived.
Crafted by buzzG, this piece was included on the April 2024 album “THE WALL.” Its mysterious finish comes from the irresistible contrast between a danceable beat and heartrending lyrics.
GUMI’s sharp vocals pair perfectly with the cool arrangement.
The lyrics, themed around freedom and constraint, deftly portray individual identity in modern society.
It’s a work that invites deep reflection, so why not give it a careful listen? It’s perfect for boosting your mood or sharpening your focus!
cold deathUtsu-P
It delivers a shock so chilling it freezes the listener’s heart.
Released by Utsu-P in August 2024, this track is a loud tune where heavy guitar riffs and electronic elements blend to perfection.
Maimai Moka’s emotional vocals further elevate the atmosphere of the song.
The lyrics portray deep despair and a cold, hard sense of reality, bringing the isolation of modern society into sharp relief.
If you’re looking for a hard-hitting Vocaloid track, this is a must.
Although it hasn’t been used for any specific media tie-ins, it has earned passionate support from fans.
It’s perfect for moments when you want to boost your mood or sharpen your focus.
EMBLEMUtsu-P
The piercing, aggressive sound shakes your core.
Released by Utsu-P in July 2024, this work explores questions about society and the search for personal identity.
It portrays the proof that accompanies one’s way of life using the metaphor of an “emblem.” The intense guitar riffs and heavy drums further deepen the lyrical worldview, and GUMI’s powerful vocals leave a strong impression.
It’s a song I especially recommend to those who feel out of place in modern society or are struggling to find their sense of purpose.