What is the ranking of popular songs by Kikuo, the wild musician active as a freelancer?
Kikuo, a Vocaloid producer who set his sights on going pro from the time he began making music, says that ambition grew out of his childhood experiences.
He started with DTM (desktop music) in middle school, and since launching his activities as a Vocaloid producer, he has released numerous hit tracks.
In 2023, he achieved the milestone of surpassing 100 million streams on Spotify—the first ever for a VOCALOID song—drawing even more attention to his work.
This time, we’re introducing a ranking of Kikuo’s most popular songs.
We hope listeners from a wide range of backgrounds will check it out.
A free-roaming wild musician! Kikuo's Top 10 Most Popular Songs (1–10)
Tenshō Shō Tenshōkikuo1rank/position
This is “Tenshō Shōtenshō,” written, composed, and arranged by sound creator Kikuo.
It’s reputed to be something you want to listen to when you’re depressed or feeling down.
The addictive rhythm and atmosphere make you want to play it again.
The title is written as “Reincarnation: Ascension Anthology,” and it’s also been talked about for having a scary meaning when played in reverse.
Love me, love me, love mekikuo2rank/position
Despite its innocent singing voice and an amusement-park-like tune, it’s downright deranged.
This song by Kikuo, a globally popular Vocaloid producer whose artistic style grips listeners and doesn’t let go, was released in 2013.
In recent years it was also included in the mobile game “Project Sekai,” drawing renewed attention.
It’s a song that screams of love, yet the sound and vocal work convey a distorted emotion.
You can’t help but start theorizing: “What happened to the protagonist of this song to end up like this?”
The Good Child and the Fox Spiritkikuo3rank/position
It has a surreal, madness-tinged worldview that somehow makes you want to go there—or keeps you from ever leaving.
It’s a track by the popular creator Kikuo, known for many hits, released in 2022.
Sung from the perspective of a child possessed by a fox spirit, it carries a nursery rhyme-like feel, yet it never stops sending shivers down your spine.
The Japanese-inspired arrangement, with a hint of folk music atmosphere, aligns perfectly with the melody and lyrics.
I think it’s a frightening song you can keep listening to forever.
I can’t find it, I can’t find it.kikuo4rank/position
One piece that’s drawing attention for its unique presentation is “Mitsukannai Mitsukannai.” It’s a work by Kikuo, known as a Vocaloid producer and composer.
The song opens with whispery vocals.
From there, the melody gradually builds, and in the chorus the title phrase is repeated.
What exactly is the protagonist of the song searching for? Why not listen while pondering that question? It’s also nice to listen while reflecting on something you yourself have lost.
Cave Dwellingkikuo5rank/position
Kikuo’s work “Anagura-gurashi” poetically portrays the feelings of those living in cramped underground spaces.
While it grapples with weighty themes such as loneliness and despair, it also conveys an attempt to find hope somewhere within.
The unique atmosphere created by the melodies merges with the charm of the vocals woven by VOCALOID, deeply resonating with listeners.
Loved by fans around the world, Kikuo’s music offers new discoveries with every listen.
I’m sorry, I’m sorry.kikuo6rank/position
If you listen closely, it’s a very frightening song.
A desire to control someone precisely because you love them.
The sad truth of raising a hand even though you know it’s wrong.
The child’s-eye-view world woven by the lyrics brings waves of sorrow and fear the more you listen.
It’s a song that inevitably makes you reflect on your surroundings and on society.
The day I skipped schoolkikuo7rank/position
On the day I skipped school, I felt the same way.
Despite its relentlessly negative lyrics, it somehow has a uniquely beautiful vibe.
As you get absorbed in the vocals and the laid-back music, the sudden shift in the song will give you chills.
You know it’s not good, but you can’t stop thinking that way…
It’s a track that resonates with anyone.
to break things bit by bit / to smash things piece by piecekikuo8rank/position
When it comes to Vocaloid producers who create beautiful music despite being deeply troubled, Kikuo comes to mind.
The lyrics are so brutal you want to look away, yet the tones are so clear that you can’t help but listen.
The distinctive melodies stick in your head.
Also, the theme of wanting to destroy something you love appears in other works as well.
Just like that, just like that—stay just like that forever.kikuo9rank/position
It’s a song with an eerie atmosphere and profound meaning.
It fully showcases Kikuo’s unique worldview and was released in August 2023.
It expresses the desire to escape the pressures of everyday life, clearly conveying the protagonist’s longing for rest.
I think those who feel tired or suffocated by daily life will relate.
Somehow like a nursery rhyme, yet somehow mad—be sure to add this track to your playlist.
Frog Dancekikuo10rank/position
Kikuo, a Vocaloid producer whose originality has drawn international attention.
In March 2023, he released “Kaeru no Odori,” a track that pulls you into its oriental atmosphere.
You can’t help but get absorbed in its folk-influenced, richly layered sound arrangement.
It’s like you’re listening to music yet feel as if you’re reading a book of myths.
Pay attention to the hardcore developments in the latter half, too.
Dive into Kikuo’s world! The high-quality animated music video is also a must-see.