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[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 (211–220)

CanopusNayutan Alien

Nayutan Seijin – Canopus (ft. Hatsune Miku)

Canopus Nayutanian

I highly recommend “Canopus” to anyone who loves band-driven sounds.

It’s a track by NayutalieN, known for digital-rock style and catchy melodies, included on the 2020 album “Object N from Planet Nayutan.” The energy hits from the very intro, and the contrast with the heartbreak-tinged, bittersweet lyrics really gets you.

If there’s something you can’t forget or you want to move on, this song will give you that extra push.

Whether you’re listening alone or with friends, you’re guaranteed to get fired up!

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Starry Sky OrchestraAtsu Mizuno

Starlit Orchestra feat. Hatsune Miku – Atsu Mizuno

Hoshizora Orchestra Atsu Mizuno

When you want to liven up the mood with a happy Vocaloid song, “Stellar Night Orchestra” is perfect.

This piece was written by Vocaloid producer Atsu Mizuno for the in-game unit Wonderlands×Showtime in a smartphone game.

Since it’s a song about the joy of meeting your friends, it’s also great for expressing gratitude.

And because it was originally sung by multiple people, it’s fun to sing together with friends at karaoke.

Give it a try and sing it with energy!

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JitterbugHachiya Nanashi

Original, Hatsune Miku / MEIKO — Jitterbug

Jitterbug Hachiya Nanashi

While it uses many sounds reminiscent of acoustic instruments, the overall impression is endlessly lively and fun.

The sound, built from layers of many different elements, offers new discoveries every time you listen back.

It’s a perfect track for sharing the fun—singing together at karaoke, making a ruckus with friends, and the like.

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RequiemKanaria

[Hatsune Miku] Requiem [Kanaria]

Requiem Kanaria

The cool sound and melody line are irresistible! Composed by bKaroP, Kanaria—who has produced numerous hits like “KING”—and released in April 2023.

Its sleek, razor-sharp, minimalist soundscape pulls you right in.

Maybe because of the fast tempo, you can’t help but nod along vertically.

Be sure to also check out the versions sung by Suisei Hoshimachi, a Hololive VTuber active as a singer, and by Kanaria themselves!

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New scab, get eaten by a pet.Sunfish P is dead behind the house

[GUMI] New Scab, Get Eaten by Pets [Original Song].mp4

New scab, get eaten by a pet. A sunfish is dead behind the house. P

Just from the composer’s name and the song title, it might seem like a joke, but the track itself is very up-tempo and, strangely enough, quite pleasant to the ear.

The lyrics lay out 48 curses devised by a vengeful person.

It’s a highly impactful song and extremely popular as material for parody versions and cover-singing videos.

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LokiMikito-P

Mikito-P "Roki" MV

Roki Mikito-P

Mikito-P’s 2018 track “Roki” is an emblematic Vocaloid song of the late 2010s and will be especially familiar to people in their twenties.

Featuring a passionate dance beat, its exhilarating sound pairs perfectly with the lyrics, making it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser at karaoke.

The repeated phrases in the chorus make it a rock number you’ll find yourself humming along to, so it’s great for drives as well.

How about enjoying some fun time through music with this Vocaloid song?

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Volt TackleDECO*27

DECO*27 – Volteccer feat. Hatsune Miku

Volteccer DECO*27

DECO*27, a leading figure in the Vocaloid scene with numerous signature songs, released “Volteccer” in 2023 as an original track for the Pokémon feat.

Hatsune Miku Project VOLTAGE collaboration.

Opening with sound inspired by Pokémon battle BGM, the track unfolds with a driving, high-speed dance beat.

The lyrics, themed around Pikachu’s moves, also convey the world of the work.

With playful touches like the sound effect of throwing a Poké Ball, it’s a uniquely fun Vocaloid song.

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