Masterpieces of Vocaloid Ballads [Tear-Jerking / Heart-Wrenching]
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.
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Vocaloid Ballad Masterpieces [Tear-Jerking & Heart-Wrenching] (161–170)
Palm-Sized Wonderlandnekobōro
It’s a very mysterious piece.
It contains many elements and will change its character greatly depending on the listener.
The sound, which makes heavy use of electronic tones and piano, and the crisply articulated vocals leave a strong impression.
The lyrics are abstract and suggestive.
As you follow the words, time slips by before you know it—this is a song with that kind of unusual charm.
Spilling One’s Heart: An Emotional Battlenejishiki
It’s a pleasant song with a beautiful melody and IA’s clear, soaring voice.
Just like the title suggests, the lyrics feel like pouring out one’s heart, and they really stay with you.
When you’re faced with unreasonable demands at work or school or getting lectured, listening to this will resonate with you—your emotions will surge, the tears will flow, and you’ll feel refreshed.
Bleeding Worldnejishiki
This is a song provided by the Vocaloid producer Nejishiki to Tenten Orei, the winner of an event hosted by the virtual karaoke streaming app “topia.” The track is upbeat yet unassuming, simply wishing to be with you at all times.
Its beautiful, delicate melody carries lyrics filled with modest hopes, and as you listen, the blend of tenderness and heartache may bring you to tears.
Perhaps everyone feels the same way—that just being together is enough to be happy.
HEAVENharī
This is Harry P’s 14th work, included on the 2012 release “RESCUE OF RAINBOWS.” It tells the story of the path two people walked and their sorrowful parting.
A video, with many creators contributing across detailed roles such as illustration, scenario, video production, and mastering, has been released on Niconico.
When the CD was released, a version sung by the vocalist KK was issued simultaneously, so it might be nice to listen to them together.
voiceharī
This is a work written and composed by Hari-P that sings of a heartrending farewell.
It is also a related song to the novel “We Quietly Kissed,” published by PHP Institute under the name Tsubasa Harihara.
A melody played during breaks in writing the novel and the protagonist’s feelings came together to form this song as a single piece.
With elements like the novel’s title appearing in the lyrics, it’s an irresistible track for fans who know the story!