[Standard] Vocaloid masterpieces, recommended popular songs, god-tier tracks
The “VOCALOID” project emerged in 2003, and the sound library “Hatsune Miku” was released in 2007.
Since then, over a long period of time, Vocaloid culture has spread and has now taken root as a music genre in its own right.
Some people who first heard it when they were in elementary school are now working adults.
In this article, we’ll introduce famous and classic songs that have colored the Vocaloid scene!
You’re sure to find a track you were obsessed with back then, and it’s also recommended for those who are just starting to dive into Vocaloid music.
We’ve included picks from across the years, so be sure to check it out to the end!
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[Classics] Vocaloid Masterpieces: Recommended Popular Songs and Divine Tracks (181–190)
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Hifumi, a Vocaloid producer known for many rock-style tracks.
His “Nemure Watagashi” is a song that conveys the feelings of a woman who just can’t fall asleep, set to a Japanese-style sound.
As you listen, the structure gradually reveals why she can’t sleep.
It’s also fun how it incorporates relatable details like “being bothered by the sound of cars driving outside” and “the sky starting to get light outside.” They’re points anyone can relate to and nod along with.
RookieDECO*27
DECO*27, who continues to be at the forefront of the Vocaloid scene, released “Rookie,” an energetic track, in March 2024.
Packed with unpredictable developments, the song keeps listeners engaged from start to finish.
Layered with Hatsune Miku’s poised and clear vocals, it adds even more allure to the world it creates.
The lyrics, which deftly portray the inner conflicts of youth, a spirit of adventure, and a longing for self-expression, have resonated with many.
It’s the perfect song for those searching for their true selves or looking to take on something new.
red dead stockYugika
You won’t be able to tear your ears away from its spiky, abrasive sound! It’s a track by the Vocaloid producer Yugika, also known for “Eureka Replica” and “Caprice Cast,” released in July 2023.
The downer, moody worldview is incredibly cool and totally addictive.
The arrangement, laden with distortion and noise, makes you want to blast it at full volume.
The heaviness of the low end and that thumping, pressing feel are top-notch, too.
With lyrics that pursue “proof of existence,” it’s a thought-provoking, stoic work.
Your body temperatureStag Beetle P
This is a rock number that evokes a bittersweet feeling, adorned with a sleek, slightly glossy piano phrase over a brisk band sound.
It’s a signature work by Vocaloid producer KuwagataP, released in 2009.
The lyrics sing of lingering attachment to a loved one who’s gone, and while the tempo is driving, it feels like it’s expressing an outpouring of emotion.
The result blends coolness with sentimentality.
Though time has passed since its release, it remains one of Vocaloid’s classics and is still frequently chosen for cover performances and “utatte mita” videos.
RequiemKanaria
Kanaria, a Vocaloid producer with many hit songs such as “KING,” “QUEEN,” and “Cerebral Rendezvous,” has released “Requiem,” a track that makes the most of their eerie melodic lines while delivering an even fresher feeling than before.
The chorus, with its melody that ascends by semitones, is especially striking and addictively replayable.
If you like Kanaria’s “Envy Baby,” this style will definitely resonate with you!
Dawn glow, your song.Hoehoe P
Hoehoe-P, a Vocaloid producer known for signature songs like “Hello/How Are You,” created “Asayake, Kimi no Uta” in 2009—a rock number that gained popularity in the early Vocaloid scene.
It portrays moments when feelings overflow for someone special, singing of a bittersweet longing that warms the heart.
The passionate band performance driven by a four-on-the-floor beat conveys raw emotion, and together with lyrics that evoke vivid scenes, Hatsune Miku’s vocals gently resonate as a moving Vocaloid track.
ToetoTravolta-P
“Toeto,” produced in 2009 by Travolta-P, a Vocaloid producer who rose to prominence with songs featuring Kagamine Rin.
The track showcases Megurine Luka’s voice, capable of everything from sweet, gentle tones to passionate vocals.
Set to a pastoral, folk-inspired melody, it portrays a girl’s bittersweet feelings of love.
As she tries to express her honest emotions but can’t quite find the words, it’s sure to stir your heart.
A romantic love song that highlights Vocaloid’s uniquely genre-defying charm.