[Hits Home] A Special Feature on Dark/Vent Vocaloid Songs

EternityCommand High Drink

Eternity / ⌘ KAFU

For those who carry truths they can’t tell anyone, I recommend the Vocaloid song “Eternity.” Created in 2022 by Vocaloid producer ⌘Hainomi, who captivates listeners with music that’s beautiful yet barbed, it resounds with a dazzling, dynamic electro sound.

Many will relate to its message that challenges the majority.

The refreshing melody, expressing a transparent heart, pairs perfectly with KAFU’s vocals.

It’s a track that gently embraces the loneliness and solitude felt by those in the minority.

LOVE&POPSAkumi

LOVE&POPS

It might be a work you wouldn’t expect from the title.

It’s a track by Akumi, the Vocaloid producer also known for the hit “Angel,” released in June 2023.

Though “LOVE&POPS” has a very peaceful-sounding name, its tone and lyrics are heavy.

The decadent lyrics cut into the shadows of modern society and really hit home.

The arrangement, with its writhing bassline interlaced with laughter, sends chills down your spine.

You’ll find it hard to tear yourself away from this Vocaloid song, with its cool yet dark worldview.

Eroding WorldKurai Haruto

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A track that evokes madness with sandstorm-like noise and repeating high tones.

As an instrument, the vocaloid—GUMI’s voice—gives me chills.

The sensation that the listener’s breathing and heartbeat are being controlled feels exactly like the “world” is being “eroded,” and it becomes irresistible.

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Utsu-P – Vulgar feat. flower

“Gehin” has also received a huge response from overseas Vocaloid fans.

It’s a work by Utsu-P, who is also active in a band.

The song packs a serious punch: set to a heavy metal-style sound, it’s built around shouting words that might be considered “vulgar.” It’s a pretty unusual theme, right? But it doesn’t stop there—it also digs into “love” and “humanity.” It’s simply cool, and its message really grabs you.

I don't want it, I don't want it, I don't want it.Toa

Toa – I don’t need it, don’t need it, don’t need it. – ft. SEKAI (Toa – Not For Me – ft. SEKAI)

When it comes to songs that gently accompany your anxious heart, “I Don’t Need It, I Don’t Need It, I Don’t Need It” comes to mind.

Created in 2022 by toa, a Vocaloid producer with many signature tracks, it’s a heartwarming piece featuring beautiful strings and piano tones.

The lyrics, which portray pure feelings for someone dear, are truly heart-melting.

Together with Seikai’s clear, crystalline vocals, it’s sure to soothe your soul.

This is a Vocaloid song you’ll want to listen to especially when you’re feeling worn out.

Why not lend an ear to its melody that softly wraps around loneliness and solitude?

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Fox Fox Fox / Waaku feat. Hatsune Miku

I’d like to introduce “Kitsune Kitsune Kitsune” as a song with a Japanese-style, dark atmosphere.

It’s a work produced by the Vocaloid producer Wao.

From the perspective of a protagonist burdened with feelings of inferiority, it portrays the envy they feel toward people who seem to be happily spending time together.

Depending on whether you interpret the title “Kitsune Kitsune Kitsune” as referring to a mythical fox spirit or to a person with a fox-like personality, the song may sound different.

Another highlight is how it uses Hatsune Miku to express vocal techniques like shakuri (scooping) and kobushi (melismatic ornamentation).

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Quiet / Kafuu, Gekiyaku, Nurse Robo_Type T

Haven’t we all experienced feeling lonely at some point? Quiet captures that state of mind in a realistic and dark way.

The track was created by Vocaloid producer szri as an entry for the Rookie category of BokaColle 2023 Summer.

Set to an intense sound with rapidly shifting pitch, it features ultra-fast vocals.

That hallmark rapid-fire delivery unique to Vocaloid seems to express emotions overflowing.

Be sure to listen while following along with the lyrics.