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A Guide to Vocaloid Rap: A roundup of popular hip‑hop-style Vocaloid tracks

Vocaloid culture has evolved while absorbing a wide range of music genres.

Pop, rock, R&B, and of course, hip-hop as well.

In this article, we’ve rounded up Vocaloid tracks that incorporate hip-hop and rap.

The tracks, lyrics, and flows all showcase the creators’ explosive, unique musical styles.

It’s a feature we highly recommend even to those who’ve never listened to Vocaloid songs before.

It might just change the way you picture the Vocaloid scene.

A Guide to 'Vocaloid Rap': A Compilation of Popular Hip-Hop-Style Vocaloid Songs (11–20)

YY23.exe

YY – ft.Hatsune Miku
YY23.exe

It gives the quintessential impression of a Vocaloid rap.

The EDM-like track, which carries a sense of brightness, pairs perfectly with Hatsune Miku’s sparkling vocals.

It’s a piece by 23.exe, known for a music style centered on dance music.

Released in 2019.

It’ll make you want to listen to it by the seaside in summer.

Hell-like Heavenshikisai

Hell-like Heaven / KAFU, Kagamine Len
Hell-like Heavenshikisai

An ambitious work that fuses a tense sound arrangement with an innovative flow! A duet by Kafu and Len weaves a track that’s aggressive yet highly addictive.

The sharp-tongued lyrics, spun as a warning to oneself, leave a strong impression.

Released in January 2025 and included on the album “WORLDSEND.” I think it’s great as background music for workouts.

There’s also a self-cover version, so be sure to give that a listen too!

SMASHopamina

SMASH / Opamina feat. HARU
SMASHopamina

You’ll be drawn into its aggressive world.

Created by Opamina for the winter 2025 edition of VocaColle in February 2025, it features CeVIO AI Harui’s rapid-fire rap over a heavy, cool trap beat.

The lyrics’ powerful message—“shatter the status quo”—resonates with force.

If you’re looking for an energetic track, be sure to check it out!

Is that how it is?Kitsuneri

So That's the Vibe (feat. KAFU, Haruri)
Is that how it is?Kitsuneri

It’s an irresistibly laid-back, easy-listening hip-hop tune.

Released in 2024 by Kitsuneri, it features captivating, harmonized vocals from KAFU and Harui.

The two voices blend seamlessly with the light, conversational flow, buoyant beat, and pop-leaning sound.

If you want to transform the everyday haze of frustration into music, give this one a listen.

CHECKMATESomari

Somari – CHECKMATE ft. Hatsune Miku & Kagamine Len
CHECKMATESomari

A hip-hop tune where the back-and-forth between Hatsune Miku and Kagamine Len hits hard.

Released in January 2025, this duet song centers on a chess theme and brims with tension.

The combination of a meticulously constructed track and an original flow delivers a fresh shock.

The lyrics, conveying a strong will to push forward, are also compelling.

Highly recommended not only for hip-hop fans but also for moments when you want to ignite your fighting spirit.

Dramaturgyparu♪

[Hatsune Miku × GUMI] Dramaturgy [Original Song]
Dramaturgyparu♪

Perhaps because of its philosophical lyrics, this is a cool Vocaloid rap that inevitably makes you ponder the meaning of the words.

Created by Pal♪—also known for releasing numerous works themed around birds—and published in 2015.

If you’re struggling with questions about your own purpose for existing, this might resonate with you.

A Recommendation of “Vocaloid Rap”: A roundup of popular hip-hop-style Vocaloid songs (21–30)

Kidoairakutask

This track feels great with its funky rhythm and crisp guitar cutting.

It’s a song by the Vocaloid producer Task, also known for works like “Break the Endless Night.” Released in 2016, it features a relatively fast-tempo rap.

Thanks to the intricate arrangement, it never gets old.

The shouts in the rhythm-drop section are awesome, too.