[Rock] Easy Band-Style Vocaloid Songs for Beginners [Simple]

Mélusinen-buna

[Hatsune Miku] Meru [Original] Hatsune Miku – Meru

The nostalgic melody stirs my emotions.

It’s a song by n-buna, a Vocaloid producer who’s active as the composer for the band Yorushika, released in 2015.

It feels as if n-buna’s signature, transparent sonic texture seeps all the way into the depths of the heart.

Every single word of the lyrics seems beautiful, and by the time the song ends, it really brings tears to your eyes.

The guitar riff in particular doesn’t require any special techniques, so it should be approachable even for beginners.

For the bass and drums, aim for a more relaxed performance to convey the song’s emotional nuance.

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Araki Jakkan

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Meltryo

ryo (supercell) × yanaginagi - Melt 10th ANNIVERSARY MIX

If you’re going to do a Vocaloid cover band, you should definitely include the iconic classic “Melt,” which is practically synonymous with Vocaloid songs.

The key to this track is creating a fresh, breezy vibe.

Since the lead part will be handled by the keyboard, the keyboardist should spend a bit more time than usual on sound design.

The original drum pattern is tricky, so try arranging it to make it easier to play.

Once the whole band gets comfortable with the performance, add backing vocals to raise the quality even further.

It’ll be perfect when the sparkling feel of the song really comes through in the sound!

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XXXXXX / feat. KAFU

An alternative Vocaloid track packed tightly with the helpless feelings we experience in everyday life.

Created by Vocaloid producer Amagumori and released in 2021.

With its “this is a band sound” simple arrangement—perhaps precisely because of that—the message carried by KAFU’s wistful vocals and the lyrics comes through directly.

There are multiple guitar phrases layered in the original, but even just one guitar playing chord strums should get you close to the original vibe.

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Beast DanceWada Takeaki

Beast Dance – Takeaki Wada (KurageP) / Beast Dance – KurageP [Otomachi Una Talk Ex Demo Song]

It’s a highly addictive rock number whose chorus phrases will stick in your head.

The track, by Takeaki Wada—also known as KurageP—was released in 2017.

The ensemble of the shady, cool guitar riff, the gritty, grinding bass, and the drum groove that sits squarely in the middle is irresistible.

You’ll notice it best on earphones or headphones, but if you’re going to cover it on guitar, start by practicing the left-channel part.

It’s the backing part, so it’s simpler than the right channel.

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Coral in a miniature gardenkoyori

Miniature Garden Coral / Hatsune Miku

This work by Koyori features lyrics that are striking for their delicacy and emotional depth.

It symbolically portrays feelings where anxiety and hope for the future are intertwined.

Even while carrying a heavy heart, you can feel the strength and hope to keep looking forward and living on.

Many of the guitar parts can be played with power chords, so start practicing those first.

Learning the chorus rhythm pattern is also key.

The drums mainly use a basic 8-beat, making it approachable to try.

It’s a song that will resonate with anyone struggling in life.