Evolution never stops! Masterpieces of VOCALOID released in the Reiwa era

You should just die when it’s your time to die.Kanzaki Iori

Die when it's time to die / Kagamine Len & Rin

Iori Kanzaki’s music is filled with profound philosophical questions and insights into life and death.

This work explores the meaning of life and personal values, resonating deeply with listeners.

Featuring the Vocaloids Kagamine Len and Kagamine Rin, the fusion of emotional melodies and powerful sound has garnered widespread empathy from many listeners.

The music video was released on YouTube in November 2019, and exclusive karaoke distribution on DAM began in December of the same year, making it popular across a broad audience.

It’s a recommended track for anyone who wants to feel the complexity and beauty of life.

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Toward an Endless Gray / Surii feat. Kagamine Len

The song created by Surii, who is active as a Vocaloid producer, resonates deeply with listeners as it explores the pursuit of dreams, inner conflict, setbacks, and comebacks.

Released in February 2021, this piece was written specifically for the in-game unit “25-ji, Nightcord de.” in the smartphone rhythm game Project SEKAI COLORFUL STAGE! feat.

Hatsune Miku.

Surii has also provided songs to many well-known artists, including Ado and Amatsuki.

This work serves as an encouragement to everyone chasing their dreams—a track that gives you strength when you feel on the verge of giving up.

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Orangestar – Waiting for the Clear Skies (feat. Hatsune Miku) Official Video

Orangestar’s music is characterized by delicate emotional expression and refreshing melodies.

This piece was written specifically for the smartphone rhythm game Project SEKAI COLORFUL STAGE! feat.

Hatsune Miku and was released in January 2021.

Its lyrics, which portray the feelings of facing lost love and past pain, have resonated with many listeners.

Also included on Orangestar’s third album, And So Henceforth,, the track features a piano-centered, delicate sound and Hatsune Miku’s transparent, airy vocals.

It’s a recommended song when you want something that accompanies the bittersweet emotions of youth.

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Self-Indulgence – Otomachi Una

Released in May 2020, Komedawara’s track is a number that highlights Otomachi Una’s distinctive vocal tone.

The lyrics, themed around the emptiness of modern society and self-loathing, resonate deeply with listeners.

With its brisk rhythm and unique sound, it has garnered high popularity among fans, inspiring numerous covers and arrangements.

Focusing on the superficial aspects of contemporary life and human relationships, the piece prompts deep reflection on daily repetition and the meaning of existence.

The lyrics, imbued with feelings of self-contradiction and self-denial, brilliantly capture the subtle emotions of people living in today’s society.

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"1" / 164 feat. Megurine Luka

164’s music is characterized by heavy guitar phrases and a tight, cohesive rhythm section.

This work pushes a powerful rock sound to the forefront, with emotional melodies and strong guitar riffs leaving a lasting impression.

Written specifically for the unit “Leo/need” in the smartphone rhythm game “Hatsune Miku: Colorful Stage! (Project SEKAI COLORFUL STAGE! feat.

Hatsune Miku),” it was released in April 2021.

The lyrics depict the courage to take a step toward the future, along with the anxieties and hopes that come with it, offering encouragement to anyone chasing their dreams.

It’s a recommended track for those striving to carve out their own path.

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Pamela/flower

A song by Balloon that took first place in the Top 100 ranking at VocaColle 2021 Autumn.

It’s an impressive number featuring a driving melody and lyrics that delicately depict heartbreak and loneliness.

Released in October 2021, it generated buzz, even being selected as an audition assignment for the Nippon TV music program “Buzz Rhythm 02.” Because the melody line stays high and complex throughout, it may be difficult to tackle at karaoke, but singing it in the original key might let you enjoy the challenge.

It’s a work that symbolizes the momentum of Vocaloid’s popularity—and it’s fun to compete with friends to see who can sing it best.

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Killing Time, Someone’s Life / Rok Uhana ft. Hatsune Miku

A track steeped in a dark, mysterious atmosphere.

Hatsune Miku’s translucent vocals fuse with a heavy sound to deliver a sharp satire on anonymity and the fragility of one’s sense of justice.

Illustrator Oozora Danjo handled the jacket artwork, visually expressing the song’s worldview.

Released in October 2020, the piece has surpassed one million views on YouTube.

It’s a song that prompts deep reflection on the issues of anonymity in modern society and the dangers of judging others.

Highly recommended for those interested in the darker side of the internet and human psychology.