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

LokiMikito-P

Mikito-P "Roki" MV

When it comes to rock numbers in the Vocaloid scene, tons of people would name this one.

It’s no exaggeration to call it a song that sparked a major movement—one of mikitoP’s signature tracks, released in 2018.

It’s packed with appeal: a funky bassline featuring slap, a crisp call-and-response melody, and danceable drum phrases.

It’s nothing but addictive elements.

The lyrical message is especially powerful for people who make music, and it really gets your emotions fired up.

Bad GazerYotabaito

Bad Gazer | Yotabite feat. flower

A track by Yotabaito, who began working as a Vocaloid producer in 2019 and took 3rd place in the Rookie category of The VOCALOID Collection ~2020 Winter~.

It’s a rock number whose relentless, quintessentially Vocaloid melodies and crisp guitar cutting stick in your ears.

While the song unfolds with a thrilling tension, it also features an interlude arranged around acoustic guitar and piano, showcasing controlled dynamics throughout.

It’s a high-quality Vocaloid track with finely managed ebb and flow.

Aimai SoumeiIrma

Aimai Soumei / Iruma feat. Hatsune Miku

A track that marked Vocaloid producer Irma’s debut upload and has already surpassed 100,000 plays.

With hysteric, tight guitars, a bass whose rapid-fire slaps catch the ear, and drums that create a powerful sense of speed, it’s a number that rock fans can enjoy no matter which part they focus on.

The intricate yet catchy melody riding atop the meticulously constructed performance further elevates the song’s overall polish.

While packed with the best elements of Vocaloid music, it’s fully realized as rock—a new-generation “Voca-rock” number.

Showtime RulerKarasuya Sabou

Showtime Ruler / Kagamine Rin (Music: Karasuyasabou)

This is an original piece written for the unit Wonderlands×Showtime from the mobile game “Project SEKAI COLORFUL STAGE! feat.

Hatsune Miku.” The song, composed by Vocaloid producer Karasuyasabou, was released in 2021.

It’s a mixed-style rock number that draws you in with its lavish sound arrangement.

It features EDM-like developments and hints of hip-hop, brimming with appeal! The lyrics’ dazzling worldview also gives it that signature Wonderlands×Showtime flair.

femme fatalelistless

[VOCALOID] Femme Fatale / flower [Official]

A sleek rock tune with cool acoustic-guitar slap phrases.

It’s a track by Vocaloid producer Kedarui, released in 2021.

With touches like a walking bass and a horn section, Kedarui’s musical sensibility really shines, and you can’t help but be captivated by the stylish sonic palette.

The occasional heavy tones are a great touch, too—they seem to echo the dark worldview portrayed in the lyrics.

Rex’s Void RunKou

Reku’s Groundless Run / Kou feat. GUMI

This song, with its striking intro that begins with a drumroll, is a work by Kou—also known as a member of the Vocaloid band Diarays—and was released in 2019.

It’s a superb track that makes you want to proclaim, “This is guitar rock!” with its sense of speed, dynamic structure, and an anthemic, open-feeling chorus.

The supporting drum phrases and the heavy, thundering bass are also cool.

And the lyrics, which convey a strong determination to keep moving forward no matter what, really hit home.

It gained attention when it was chosen as the theme song for the fighting game event “Sengeki 2019.”

Land of FoolsShishido

Fools’ Land / Shishido feat. Otomachi Una ((We All Are) Foolish / Otomachi Una)

A tightly packed piece of social satire with a highly addictive sound.

Created by Shishido and released in September 2024, it won the Grand Prize in the song contest celebrating Otomachi Una’s 8th anniversary.

Despite its breezy melody, the lyrics sharply criticize self-centered behavior in modern society.

The crisp production perfectly complements Una’s light, agile vocals.

It’s an irresistibly catchy track that’s sure to resonate with younger listeners.

The more you play it, the deeper its social irony sinks in.

An instant sing-along that’s guaranteed to light up a karaoke session!