[Memories] A Collection of Nostalgic and Classic Popular Vocaloid Songs

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A Vocaloid track born from the internet age, sung over a drum’n’bass beat about the lifestyle of an online gaming addict.

It’s a signature work by Vocaloid producer Satsuki ga Tenkomori, released in October 2010.

A rearranged version was published in 2022 and drew attention.

It’s got a strong “hardcore grinder” vibe—real, in a way—and if you’ve been into PC gaming for a long time, you might find parts of the lyrics particularly relatable.

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Nyan Cat (Momo 10th Anniversary)

This is a work that sparked a worldwide boom! It’s a signature piece by daniwell, a Vocaloid producer known for an experimental style, released in July 2010.

The lyrics consist solely of “nya,” and the song structure is simple, with just a couple of phrases looping.

And yet, it’s a track you can keep listening to—there’s something mysteriously captivating about it.

Then in 2011, the derivative video “Nyan Cat” was posted on YouTube and went viral on a global scale.

It might just be the most famous Vocaloid song in the world.

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sasakure.UK – Hello, Planet. feat. Hatsune Miku / *Hello, Planet.

Isn’t that cute, poppy chiptune still lingering in your heart? It’s a track by sasakure.UK, also known as sasakure-P, released in 2009.

The sci-fi-flavored, story-rich lyrics match the sound arrangement perfectly, making you feel as if you’re watching a single movie.

This song is one piece in the “Apocalypse” series, so if you haven’t yet, be sure to listen to the other tracks as well—you’ll be able to immerse yourself even more deeply in the world of the lyrics.

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Yurufuwa Sea-of-Trees Girl / Song, Hatsune Miku

It’s a pop guitar rock tune that charges in from the intro.

Released in 2011 under the Vocaloid producer name Ishifuro by Asahi, who also plays guitar in the band Necry Talkie.

It’s said to have been inspired by the Twitter handle of someone he followed: “Yurufuwa Jukai Girl.” The distorted guitars and powerful drums are wildly cool! It’s a high-energy Vocalo-rock track with slightly negative lyrics you can’t help but relate to.

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"Our 16-bit War" feat. GUMI / sasakure.UK

Once you hear that fusion-style soundscape, you can’t forget it! This is one of the signature works by sasakure.UK, who also shines as the composer for the band Yuukei Rampage, released in 2009.

It’s a long-loved piece that was also included in the mobile game “Hatsune Miku: Colorful Stage! feat.

Hatsune Miku.” The song’s structure, which spotlights fusion—a rarity in the Vocaloid scene at the time—completely captivates you.

And its unpredictable developments and sounds still feel fresh today!

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Hachi MV “Matryoshka” HACHI / MATRYOSHKA

Hachi, a Vocaloid producer who also performs as singer-songwriter Kenshi Yonezu, garnered attention online with highly original, addictive tracks.

Among his songs, a top recommendation is “Matryoshka.” It was included on his 2010 self-produced release “OFFICIAL ORANGE.” The track delivers a sharp, dynamic band sound, and the humorous choral interplay between Hatsune Miku and GUMI is a highlight.

It’s an upbeat tune that went on to have a major impact on the later Vocaloid scene.

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mathru – Dancing☆Samurai feat. Gackpoid (Gackpo Camui)

That first instant of the intro makes you want to start dancing, doesn’t it? Released in 2008 by Kanimiso-P, aka mathru, this song is probably the first one that comes to mind for many people when they think of a track sung by Kamui Gakupo.

With its Eurobeat sound and wildly over-the-top lyrics, the contrast took the Vocaloid scene by storm at the time.

Tons of fan-made derivative works, like cover videos, were posted too.

If you’re looking to lift your spirits, why not give it a listen again?