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.
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Recommendation of “Vocalo-rap”: A roundup of popular hip-hop-style Vocaloid tracks (31–40)
ANIMA-ruUmetora
Perhaps because of the percussive timbre, this track gives you the feeling of listening to folk music from overseas.
It’s a piece by the Vocaloid producer Umetora, released in 2018.
It portrays a love in which the two simply crave each other, expressed through an animal metaphor.
While it’s danceable and easy to groove to, it also conveys a dark worldview.
Incidentally, the arrangement was done by Giga-P, also known for “Gigantic O.T.N.”
Muddy MarmaladeNiru Kajitsu
This song is a voca-rap track with a laid-back city vibe and a perfectly balanced sound.
Created by Nirukagitsu (NiRU Kajitsu), a fruit-themed Vocaloid producer also known for popular tracks like “Sama” and “Oswald,” it was released in 2018.
The lyrics depict the risky, alluring romance between a boy and a girl.
A perfect pick when you want to sink into a cool mood.
Viva HappyMitchie M
A smash hit by 23.exe, a sound-production pro known for working on a variety of tracks, including collaborations with Taiko no Tatsujin and Namie Amuro.
It’s a high-energy upper-tune that fires off relentless rhymes over a bright, upbeat sound.
The vocals were crafted by tuning Hatsune Miku to sound like a voice actor, giving the track a super cute vibe.
The album featuring this song has a cover illustration by Yoshiyuki Sadamoto of Neon Genesis Evangelion fame, making it a must-see for anime fans as well.
Perfect for when you need a boost of happiness!
Gekokujō (Complete)ichigyō P
The reggae-style sound with a touch of traditional Japanese flavor is really interesting.
This signature track by Ichigyo-P, “Gekokujou (Complete),” was the first duet song by Kagamine Rin and Len to reach one million views on Niconico Douga.
The irresistibly catchy chorus will have you humming along.
Be sure to take your time reading the lyrics—they have a strong narrative quality.
Lismina Night TerrorMiyamori Bungaku
A pop hip-hop track that captivates with flashy synths and a funky bassline.
It’s by Vocaloid producer Bungaku Miyamori, who also made waves by winning the Grand Prix in the Magical Mirai 2023 song contest, and it was released in March 2023.
This was an entry in the BOCALOID Collection 2023 Spring TOP100 rankings.
Miku’s bouncy vocals perfectly match the lively track-making, sending a stylish and cute soundscape your way.
The lyrics—mixing negative and positive—are especially relatable for younger listeners.
Recommendation of 'Vocaloid Rap': A collection of popular hip-hop-style Vocaloid songs (41–50)
permanent shiftihakushi
A pinnacle in the Vocaloid rap scene that captures musical fervor and a biting edge through razor-sharp words.
This 29th work by Ihakushi was released in September 2024.
Centered around the vocals of Kaai Yuki, it builds a richly layered sonic landscape.
The lyrics, marked by deft word choice and a distinctive sense of rhythm, convey a spirit of critique, ambition, and a resolve to reach the goal.
After listening, what feelings will take root within you?
God of Marymasa
I’m captivated by the word choices in the humor-filled lyrics.
It’s a piece by Masa, who’s well known for high-quality Japanese-style tracks, released in 2015.
The smooth flow with great wordplay fits perfectly over the understated beat.
The lyrics are quite bold, so I highly recommend taking the time to read them carefully at least once.