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 'Vocaloid Rap': A collection of popular hip-hop-style Vocaloid songs (41–50)
A life full of excusesB9☆
A Vocaloid rap that pierces the chest, tightly distilled with self-loathing: not doing what you have to do, and doing what you don’t need to do right now.
It’s a track by Vocaloid producer B9☆, released in December 2022.
The slightly uptempo production pairs perfectly with the cynical lyrics, and the speedy flow is irresistibly catchy.
Take your time to savor this universally relatable world with your eyes and ears.
A Recommendation of “Vocaloid Rap”: A roundup of popular hip-hop-style Vocaloid tracks (51–60)
Departure – Tokyo Station 05:20meganagame
A laid-back Vocaloid rap that seems perfect for sweet dreams if you listen before bed.
The track is by Vocaloid producer Meganagame, released on October 14, 2020—Railway Day.
It was reportedly created around the theme of departure.
A mellow vocal rides over a soft, gentle track, creating a fluffy, airy atmosphere.
It’s the kind of song that makes you want to listen closely.
The lyrics, which push forward despite carrying regret and anxiety, are genuinely encouraging.
Perfect for those days when you’re feeling a bit worn out.
It’s all over me / I’m covered in it.WONDERFUL★OPPORTUNITY！
This is a laid-back Vocaloid rap tune.
Released in 2021 under the music project WONDERFUL★OPPORTUNITY! by Jesus-P, this track pairs a pleasantly catchy production with the relaxed vocals of Kagamine Rin and Len.
The lyrics, which directly portray the experience of lazing around at home, are highly relatable—many people probably spend their days off just like this.
It’s also a great recommendation for those who are just starting to get into Vocaloid.
FallingTKN
This is a stylish, fashionable hip-hop track you might hear as club BGM.
Created by Vocaloid producer TKN, it was released in January 2023.
The near-futuristic sound arrangement evokes images of the city at night.
The lyrics, revealing a passionate, single-minded love, are sweet and cute in their finish.
As you listen, you may start to feel like you’re inside the world of the song yourself.
Why not surrender your body and soul to the rhythmic beat and flow?
So to speak, foolish.Habikino
It’s a polished Vocaloid track that pairs a sophisticated instrumental with a matter-of-fact, “normal-temperature” vocal tone.
Created by Vocaloid producer Hakino and released in October 2022, it was an entry in the Rookie Ranking of VocaColle 2022 Autumn.
The contrast between the airy lead synths and the punchy bass timbre is striking.
That sonic image meshes well with the wry, slightly jaded lyrics that show exasperation with the world.
It might feel especially immersive when you listen while walking through a crowded cityscape between high-rise buildings.
Gekokujō Girlhiroki
The thick electric sound is incredibly cool! This track by Vocaloid producer hiroki., known for hits like “Ningyo Kaibougaku” and “Monochrome,” was released in April 2023.
The lyrics, which convey a powerful resolve of “I’m about to take on the challenge,” are seriously badass.
But as you might guess from the title, the protagonist is a girl.
Once you notice that, doesn’t it strangely start to feel kind of cute, too? The excitement in the latter half of the song sends your energy soaring!
Hip-Hop Step Jumpraku shumi
A cute and fun Vocaloid rap that makes you want to jump and groove! Created by Vocaloid producer Rakushumi, it was released in February 2023.
The unique lyrics, unfolding from the perspective of a rabbit MC, are so well-crafted they’ll put a smile on your face just by reading them.
And because the track is rhythmically produced with a lean number of sounds, the high-energy flow fits perfectly.
It’s a piece I can recommend as a “start with this!” when you want to boost your bubbly mood.