[Latest & Classic] A Special Feature on Rock Vocaloid Songs [VOCAROCK]

I'll come to see you again this summer.Yagawa no Name

This year as well, I’ll go see you in the summer / Hatsune Miku

It’s a nostalgic and refreshing guitar rock track by Naname from Hachikawa.

Released in June 2018, it was later included as the final track on the album “Summer, Me, and Rock ’n’ Roll.” Set against Kyoto’s summer scenery—such as the Kamo River and Shimogamo Shrine—the song reflects on the passage of time and feelings that never change.

Miku’s vibrant vocals pair perfectly with the arrangement’s subtly retro vibe.

If you’re eagerly awaiting the arrival of summer, be sure to give it a listen.

Junkie DownFushi

Junkie Down / Fushi feat. Kotone Hanahibiki

It’s an irresistible track for rock lovers! Released in April 2024, this song portrays the struggle between self-improvement and self-destruction, showcasing Fushi’s talent.

It expresses emotional turmoil and the fight against social expectations through dynamic melodies and lyrical songwriting.

It’s a highly addictive rock tune, perfect for moments when you want to face yourself.

Let the razor-sharp sound carry you away and give it a listen!

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Shuka / Iroha Nekomura

“Shuka” is a song by Vocaloid producer uul, released in July 2021.

Its emotional guitar riffs and languid rock sound are deeply stirring.

The poetic lyrics vividly capture fleeting summer memories and leave a strong impression.

The whispery vocals of Iroha Nekomura pair beautifully with the music and words.

If you like reverb-drenched rock, this is a must-listen—you’ll probably get hooked!

I don’t know though.Akutari

I don’t know though / Kasane Teto SV

A delicately crafted song that portrays the feelings of low self-esteem and the anxiety of being seen by others.

It’s a track by Akutari, set to be released in February 2025.

Over a refreshing rock sound, it expresses the inner world of a protagonist who tends to retreat into their shell.

The way they try to mask their lack of confidence with self-deprecating humor is a feeling many of us have experienced.

It’s a Vocaloid track that supports those searching for their true selves and those who struggle to be honest because they’re worried about how others see them.

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YAMADA PERFECT / jon-YAKITORY, Hatsune Miku

Let yourself get drunk on the fast-paced, captivating sound! It’s a track by jon-YAKITORY, released in July 2024.

The dynamic, well-balanced arrangement pairs perfectly with Hatsune Miku’s crisply defined vocals.

The lyrics convey the futility of chasing “perfection” and the inner conflict of trying to live up to others’ expectations—piercing straight to the heart.

As a sharp satire of modern society, it’s resonating with many listeners.

blood dollFuyuu

Blood Doll / Hatsune Miku

It grabs your heart with a spine-chilling sensation—like watching a short horror film—and a beautiful melody! This piece by Fuyuu, a Vocaloid producer known for crafting gothic, dark worlds, was released in May 2025.

It fuses a highly narrative worldbuilding with a mixture rock sound infused with elements of electronica, and the more you listen, the more you’re drawn into its mysterious allure.

Give it a listen when you want to sink into that kind of mood.

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Sheroniki Season 2 “Niraikanai” Otomachi Una

This is a track that offers a fantastical experience, as if stepping into another world.

It marks Shero’s fresh start for their “second season” and was released in June 2020.

It’s the Vocaloid version of a collaboration with Junnosuke Taguchi.

A danceable mixture rock piece, it unfolds a unique lyrical world themed around marine life.

By the way, “Niraikanai” is a word from Okinawa and Amami that means “utopia.” It’s perfect for those who want to escape reality or are seeking an extraordinary musical experience!