Melancholic Vocaloid songs: masterpieces that pierce the heart

A Single BloomProject Lumina

A Single Bloom of Poetry / Star Realm

A straightforward message that puts the feelings in one’s heart into words resonates deeply—One Flower Poem.

Created in 2022 by Vocaloid producer Project Lumina, it drew attention at the Vocaloid festival “VocaColle 2022 Autumn.” The lyrics are striking in how they liken the weaving of various emotions to flowers.

The song carries a message that gently embraces those striving toward their dreams and goals.

Paired with a band sound that has a fantastical atmosphere, it’s a Vocaloid track where a brilliant, starry voice rings out.

Listen closely to the words that offer hope and courage for life.

merry badZYYG

Merry Bad / JIG feat. Hatsune Miku – Merry Bad

“Merry Bad,” the 17th original Vocaloid song by JIG, posted on June 6, 2015.

Composed mainly of piano, drums, and bass, the track is catchy with its steadily ticking rhythm and beautiful, transparent piano phrases.

They blend well with the melody line, making you want to listen to it again and again.

A Literary Person's Love Letterdoriko

Miku (AN CAFE) – A Literati’s Love Letter

This is a song released in 2014 by doriko, who was even called the god of ballads.

Since doriko has produced many hits, even people who don’t know much about him have probably heard at least one of his songs.

It’s included on the album “Nostalgia.”

Monologue by the Windowhigma

higma – Monologue on the Windowsill / 窓辺のモノローグ feat. Hatsune Miku #VocaColle

Please be sure to listen with earphones or headphones.

This piece is by Vocaloid producer higma and was released in 2020.

It was originally written for the virtual singer yosumi, and this is the self-cover version.

The floating, chill-out sound pleasantly tickles your eardrums and feels wonderful.

But the loneliness woven into the lyrics really gets to you.

Spending a night alone is something we don’t like, yet somehow it feels comforting, doesn’t it…? The unpredictable song development is another draw—it’s a richly flavorful Vocaloid track.

Lawrence’s BouquetNAO

Lawrence’s Bouquet

Amid time that just keeps passing by, this is a Vocaloid song that sings out a wish to be saved somehow—a track that makes your heart ache.

Created by the Vocaloid producer nao and released in 2020.

It carries a slightly dark tone and a faintly gothic atmosphere and worldview—one many listeners are sure to love.

The word choices in the lyrics are exquisite: fragile and beautiful, as if excerpted from a poetry collection.

It even makes you wonder, “Who is Lawrence to me?” It’s a song that can bring you to tears when you’re overwhelmed by loneliness.

Carnivalotetsu

[official] Carnival / otetsu feat. GUMI

The songwriter and composer is Otetsu, known for his addictive melodies.

The title is a play on words: “Carnival” (a festival) and “Cannibal” (a man-eater).

It’s a striking track featuring a catchy sound and lyrics steeped in loneliness and madness.

You are not at fault.Δ

You’re Not at Fault / V_Fukase・flower (Someone Like You / V_Fukase・flower)

A song that wraps words like “fake,” “deceive,” and “guilt” in a light sound that doesn’t feel heavy, while exploring a deep inner world as if penned by a poet.

Its central motif and keyword, “a self that won’t become my own,” evokes a slightly mysterious, Zen-koan-like realm.

Many listeners will likely be drawn in by the lyrics, which make visible complex emotions that go beyond sadness.

Vocaloid producer Δ, who debuted in 2018, is a creator whose depths have yet to be fully known.

With lyricism this piercing, their other songs are definitely worth checking out!