Lovely Vocaloid

[From Classics to the Latest] A Special Feature on Vocaloid Songs That Get the Crowd Going at Karaoke

A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerWakachan Araki
I started playing guitar in middle school and focused on band activities during my student years. I’ve been a hobbyist Vocaloid producer for over 15 years. After entering the workforce, I gained experience in various roles, including event sound engineering and videography/photography. As a writer, I’ve contributed introduction articles for music and manga websites, and in 2022 I had the opportunity to write the bonus liner notes for IA SUPER BEST. My specialties are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.

In recent years, Vocaloid songs have become widely recognized across many age groups.

Many creators—such as YOASOBI, Kenshi Yonezu, Eve, Yorushika, Yoh Kamiyama, and TOOBOE—have expanded their activities while engaging with Vocaloid, and there are plenty of singers who first gained popularity through “utaite” covers of Vocaloid tracks.

You’ll even see Vocaloid songs ranking high on karaoke charts.

So for those thinking, “I want to sing a Vocaloid song, but I’m not sure which one to pick…,” we’re introducing Vocaloid tracks that are guaranteed to hype up the room when you sing them!

This is a carefully curated collection of fail-safe hits by our editorial team!

[From Classics to the Newest] A Special Feature on Vocaloid Songs That Hype Up Karaoke (111–120)

Rin-chan now!Owata-P

[official] Rin-chan Now! feat. Owata-P (Hatsune Miku, Megurine Luka)

Rin-chan Now! Owata-P

A song themed around Twitter and Kagamine Rin.

If you’re a die-hard fan of Rin, you might have heard it.

It’s playful from start to finish, and the melody is fast, so singing it at karaoke demands both skill and courage.

There’s also a Kagamine Len version.

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Drunkenness UnknownKanaria

"GUMI" Drunkenness Ignorant [Kanaria]

Kanaria - Yoidore Shirazu

Vocaloid producer Kanaria, who made waves with the smash hit of the signature song “KING,” is also known for providing tracks to singers such as Ado.

Among Kanaria’s works, the perfect song for karaoke is “Yoidoreshirazu,” produced in 2022.

It’s an electronica track with a jazzy atmosphere.

Since it unfolds at a mid-tempo pace, it’s recommended even for those new to Vocaloid.

Another plus is that the vocal range isn’t wide, making it easy to sing.

Be sure to try this song—evoking the image of a glamorous night—at karaoke.

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Freely CaptiveIori Kanzaki

Captive to freedom. / Hatsune Miku

Kanzaki Iori, captivated by freedom

This is a song by Iori Kanzaki, a Vocaloid producer who also releases cover singing videos.

It’s a track that blends a rock sound with beautiful piano arrangements.

Set to an upbeat, driving progression, the lyrics portray struggles and inner conflicts that anyone might relate to.

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DADARUMApotter's wheel

DADARUMA／flower

DADARUMA Pottery Wheel

For some reason, the instant I heard the intro of this song, I burst out laughing.

It was just so exhilarating and cool.

The music lays down a pleasant rhythm, and just when you think it’s full-on rock, a touch of Japanese flavor slips in—making it so much fun that I could listen to it forever.

Together with the PV centered on the daruma, please go ahead and shout out the message packed into it.

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two-breath walkingDECO*27

DECO*27 - Two Breaths Walking

Bipedal Breathing DECO*27

A masterpiece included on DECO*27’s second album, “No You, No Me.” It’s DECO*27’s third song to reach a million.

The slightly shadowy lyrics and the story-driven music video are key reasons for its popularity.

The catchy chorus is irresistible.

Feel the rhythm with your body and sing along.

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Here we go! First song at karaokeHobonichi-P

[Hatsune Miku] Let's go! First song at karaoke [Original]

Here I go! First karaoke song: Hobonichi-P

According to the creator, it was made so you wouldn’t have to worry about what to sing first at karaoke.

The title says it all.

The tune isn’t too intense, yet not too monotonous, making it easy to sing.

It was released on Niconico in 2010.

Please honor the creator’s intention and make it your first song.

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Ultimate SenpaiPinocchioP

PinocchioP – Ultimate Senpai feat. Hatsune Miku / Ultimate Senpai

Ultimate Senpai PinocchioP

PinocchioP, who also demonstrates his talent as an illustrator and character designer.

“Ultimate Senpai” is one of his signature songs.

It’s a high-difficulty track packed so densely with words that only a Vocaloid could get through it.

If you can pull it off, it’s sure to get the crowd hyped.

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