[Standard] Vocaloid masterpieces, recommended popular songs, god-tier tracks

VampireDECO*27

DECO*27 – Vampire feat. Hatsune Miku

It’s an energizing number where cuteness and coolness blend perfectly! Created by DECO*27, a Vocaloid producer who could be said to be leading the Vocaloid scene, and released in 2021.

Its rhythmic, catchy sound, snappy melody, and lyrics that liken an unstoppable feeling of love to a vampire… the list of charms goes on and on.

It’s also a great pick to liven up a karaoke session! Plus, the remix version produced by music producer TeddyLoid is highly recommended too!

VenomKairiki Bear

[Official] Venom / Kairiki Bear feat. flower

A work by Kairiki Bear, active as a Vocaloid producer.

The crisp guitar cutting feels great, and the undulating bass along with the rapidly shifting drum rhythms create the groove that drives the entire track.

The tight, Vocaloid-specific phrasing blends seamlessly with the song, making it a number that makes you want to dance.

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Yukopi – Strong Wind Slicked-back Hair (feat. Kaai Yuki)

Once you hear it, it keeps playing in your head nonstop! “Gale All Back,” a track by Vocaloid producer Yukopi, was released in 2023.

Its humorous worldview became a hot topic and went viral, especially on short-form video platforms.

If you’re a frequent subway user, you’ll probably relate to that moment when you step out of the exit and a strong gust of wind slicks your hair straight back.

The lyrics, which spotlight ordinary everyday scenes, and the occasional voice-cracking sound of the recorder are irresistibly catchy.

Nonsense literatureEVE

Nonsense Literature – Eve MV

The cutting-edge band sound is irresistibly cool and stylish! Created by Eve, a Vocaloid producer who’s also had hits as a singer-songwriter such as “Kaikai Kitan,” this piece was released in 2017.

On Nico Nico Douga there’s a Hatsune Miku version, and on YouTube there’s a version sung by Eve himself.

The edgy guitars and the throbbing bassline are so cool! It’s the kind of track that lets you recognize “Eve’s music” from the very first listen.

If you want the audio, it’s included on the album “Bunka,” so definitely check it out.

Lag TrainInabakumori

Inabakumori 'Lagtrain' Vo. Kaai Yuki

Its somewhat wistful sound arrangement and vocals really seize the heart.

Created by the Vocaloid producer Inabakumori—also known as the author of “Lost Umbrella” and “Kimini Kaikisen”—the song was released in 2020.

Beyond the music itself, the high quality of the animated MV by Nukunuku Nigirimeshi also became a hot topic.

It’s a work that enjoys strong popularity among overseas Vocaloid fans as well.

Give it a listen when you’re alone and want to sink into a nostalgic mood; it’s sure to leave something that resonates in your heart.

Romeo and Cinderelladoriko

Romeo and Cinderella

Some of you may have discovered Vocaloid through this song.

That’s how popular it was in energizing the early Vocaloid scene.

It’s a work by doriko, a Vocaloid producer known for ballads, released in 2009.

The song is a love story themed around a fairy tale.

The single-minded emotions conveyed through the lyrics are heart-wrenching.

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Nuyuri – Lower / Flower: Lower one’s eyes

The jazzy sound arrangement combined with Flower’s delicate, ephemeral vocals really hits me in the chest.

It’s a song by the Vocaloid producer Nuyuri, also known for tracks like “Inochibakkari” and “Fragile,” released in 2021.

While it’s an upbeat piece with a lively tempo, what comes through in the lyrics is sadness.

Even though they should cherish each other, they can’t be together—this kind of bittersweet relationship is felt in every turn of phrase, and it tightens my heart.