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Masterpieces of Vocaloid Ballads [Tear-Jerking / Heart-Wrenching]

A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerWakachan Araki
I’ve worked in a variety of roles—regardless of pro or amateur settings—including live event PA, cameraman for video and photography, restaurant staff, and logistics center staff. I now spend my days as a part-time writer. I’ve contributed to music and manga websites with feature/review articles, and wrote the liner notes included as a bonus for 1st PLACE Inc.’s “IA SUPER BEST.” As for my music background, I started playing guitar in junior high and focused on band activities during my school years. For over 15 years since then, up to the present, I’ve continued releasing original tracks as a Vocaloid producer. My areas of expertise are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.

When you’re feeling wistful or sad, what kind of music do you listen to?

Some people might choose bright, uplifting tracks.

But I bet quite a few prefer slower songs that seem to stay close to how they’re feeling in the moment.

So in this article, I’ve put together a collection of Vocaloid ballads.

I’ve picked out a wide range, from recent hits to long-loved classics.

I hope you find a song that fits your heart perfectly.

Masterpieces of Vocaloid Ballads [Tearjerking & Heart-wrenching] (141–150)

The sky is fallingseaweed (mozuku)

The Sky Falls / Stellaris [Music Video]

Water clouds where the sky falls

A song released by Mizugumo in May 2024, it delicately portrays anxiety and loneliness.

Expressions like the oppressive feeling of a distorted sky about to collapse and the helplessness of a scream that can’t reach anyone tightly squeeze the heart.

Yet in the end, the piece also conveys a sense of hope.

Many listeners will likely relate to the emotions swaying between ideals and reality.

Especially when you feel crushed by daily pressure, give it a listen—it might just make your heart feel a little lighter.

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Ayano’s Theory of Happinessjin

Jin / Ayano's Theory of Happiness (IA) [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

Jin’s “Ayano’s Theory of Happiness”

“Ayano’s Theory of Happiness” is a song from Jin’s Kagerou Project series.

When it was released on Niconico in 2013, it entered the Hall of Fame in 4 hours and 11 minutes and went on to reach a million views.

It is also included on the album Mekakucity Records.

This song tells a heartrending story centered on a girl named Ayano, and when listened to alongside other Kagerou Project tracks, it lets you fully immerse yourself in the world of the narrative.

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kitchenObikita Nemu.

kitchen/Obikita Nemu feat. Kafu

Kitchen Obikita Nemu.

The piece that gives me a chance to face the reality right in front of me is “kitchen,” produced in 2022 by Vocaloid producer Nemu Obikita.

A heavy rock sound incorporating strings resonates over a slow tempo.

The lyrics, which portray the gap between the self we imagined as children and the reality we live in, are striking.

Some listeners may relate to the moments when, while cooking late at night, your mind drifts elsewhere.

It’s a ballad that reminds us of the importance of living true to ourselves, even when things don’t go as we hope.

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LinariaNiito P

http://www.nicovideo.jp

The flower meaning of linaria is “Please know my love.” As the lyrics suggest, they depict the pure feelings of a young girl in love.

Separately, there are versions sung by MEIKO and KAITO.

In particular, the KAITO version has slightly different lyrics, so be sure to listen and compare.

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Guriguri Glasses and the Moonlight BugFurukawa Honpo

Guriguri Glasses and Moonlight Bugs (feat. Kuwagata-P)

Guriguri Glasses and Moonlight Insect Furukawa Honpo

It’s a rock ballad that gently seeps into the depths of your heart.

The song “Guriguri Megane to Gekkouchu” by Furukawa P, also known as Furukawa Honpo, was released on Niconico in 2010.

The acoustic guitar rings out with a lonely timbre, and Miku’s fragile vocals linger in your ears.

It’s the kind of track that makes you want to close your eyes as you listen.

Before you know it, you might even shed a tear.

If you want to sink into some alone time, be sure to add this song to your playlist.

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The Summer That Won’t MeltAqu3ra

Unsolvable Summer / Aqu3ra feat. Hatsune Miku

Unsovable Summer Aqu3ra

A fantastical EDM track that tightens the heart.

It’s a song by Aqu3ra, a Vocaloid producer who also works under the name apuera, released in 2021.

Sonically, it builds up gradually into a dance tune, yet its gentle melodic lines shape the world of a ballad.

The lyrics, which recall a summer spent with someone dear, carry a nostalgic finish.

The more you listen, the more it hits you—an achingly bittersweet Vocaloid song.

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Last GardenSig

“Last Garden” Sig feat. KAFU

Last Garden Sig

Last Garden is a bittersweet yet heartwarming love story.

Created in 2022 by the Vocaloid producer Sig, known for narrative-driven songs, it features a fantastical soundscape with crystal-clear synth tones.

It beautifully portrays two lonely people meeting, connecting, and gradually drifting apart.

With KAFU’s pure, intimate vocals that feel like she’s speaking to a beloved, the piece resonates deeply.

Give this ballad a listen to experience the beauty and fragility of love.

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