Challenge your limits! A collection of Vocaloid songs with high keys and soaring high melodies
Many people probably have the impression that “Vocaloid songs have high keys.” In fact, the pitch range you can manipulate with synthetic vocal software is quite wide.
If you own one, you know—you’ve probably tried making it sing at absurdly high pitches, right? In this article, I’ve put together a list of Vocaloid songs with high keys! I think it’s a playlist that can help you choose songs for karaoke or cover videos.
Strictly speaking, in music theory there’s a difference between “a melody that includes high notes” and “a song with a high key,” but I’ve kept things loose here to be more accessible.
By all means, challenge the limits of your own vocal cords!
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Challenge your limits! A collection of Vocaloid songs with high keys and soaring melodies (61–70)
schadenfreudeto grumble; to complain (colloquial)
I’d like to introduce “Schadenfreude,” a piece released by Guchiri.
It was created for “VocaColle 2021 Autumn TOP100,” and its uncontainable anger and despair are sung in Otomachi Una’s soaring high register.
It starts with parts depicting trivial misfortunes and then expands in scale, which is quite interesting.
By the way, this work is linked to two previously released songs, “Ameji Shoujo” and “Vanish.” It sounds like it would be fun to sing them together.
Spin∞SpinDynamic Jienzus
Dynamic Ji-enz is a music project set up as a band by Carlos Hakamada.
The video drawing attention on their YouTube channel is “∞ Mawaru ∞.” It’s a song themed around sushi, comically depicting plates circling on a conveyor-belt sushi lane.
The vocals use Hatsune Miku and Otomachi Una, featuring ultra-high harmonies.
It’s a level of singing that humans would find hard to produce.
Also unique is the band member introduction during the instrumental break.
Holy Lance Exploding Boyreruriri
This is “Holy Spear Explosive Boy,” a stylishly cool portrayal of a man pushed to the brink.
It’s a song released in 2016 by Vocaloid producer rerulili.
Speaking of rerulili, they’re well known for “Nōshō Sakuretsu Girl” (Brain Fluid Explosion Girl), which became the first film adaptation based on a Vocaloid song concept.
They’ve created numerous masterpieces thanks to their lyrical worldbuilding and high level of musical craftsmanship.
The coolest part of “Holy Spear Explosive Boy” is the chorus, which features a high-tone vocal.
The highest note in the song is hi D# (D#5)!
Controlwotaku
The song “Control,” produced by wotaku, shakes the listener’s heart with its crystalline clarity born from multilayered sound and lyrics that delve into the protagonist’s subconscious.
Expressing emotions where hope and despair intertwine, this piece calls for vocals that are both delicate and powerful.
Be mindful of solid, well-supported projection!
pinkMARETU
For those who like songs with a dual nature, “Pink” will be a perfect fit.
This track is by Vocaloid producer MARETU, featuring Hatsune Miku.
It starts off with a cute vibe—complete with references to sweets—but gradually shifts into a darker atmosphere.
In the latter half, the sampled chainsaw sound kicks the energy up even more.
The key is high, but not throughout the entire song, so it might be relatively easier to sing.
Save some stamina for the second half.
The day I cried for the first timeTohta Kasamura
Tota Kasamura’s “The Day I Cried for the First Time” stimulates and moves the listener’s heart at the same time.
It’s a gently flowing ballad, and as you listen, you’ll find yourself crying naturally.
The lyrics are sprinkled with faint memories of youth and resonate as if staying close to the listener’s heart.
Isn’t it wonderful to be able to sing a song like this so naturally?
Shattered HeartKairiki Bear
A high-sense, stylish four-on-the-floor dance rock track.
It’s a piece by the Vocaloid producer Kairiki Bear—also known for “Venom” and “Alkali Rettousei”—released in 2018.
It’s packed with charm: a light, snappy rhythm, razor-sharp guitars, and a growling, funky bassline! The lyrics are full of catchy, great-sounding words that make you want to say them out loud, too! Throughout the song, the melody almost never drops in pitch.
Think of it as basically high the whole time.
It might be good practice for maintaining your high range.