[Standard] Vocaloid masterpieces, recommended popular songs, god-tier tracks

great actressIyowa

Great Actress / Iyowa feat. Hanakuma Chifuyu (actress / Iyowa feat. Hanakuma Chifuyu)

There’s nothing here but elements that capture your heart—both in the sound and the world it creates.

This track by Vocaloid producer Iyowa, known for their uniquely individual musical style, was released in 2023.

Built from vocals and poetry reading, it will enchant you in an instant.

The charm is endless: tones that dart about everywhere, vocal work that swells with noise, lyrics reminiscent of a dramatic reading—and on top of it all, a startling twist right at the end.

Be sure to watch the music video too, and listen all the way through to the last moment.

Exploding Brain Girlreruriri

Brain Fluid Explosion Girl – rerulili feat. Hatsune Miku & GUMI

A song by Vocaloid producer Rerulili that serves as the original work for various same-titled adaptations, including novels, manga, and films.

Featuring rapid-fire, breathless melodies that play to Vocaloid’s strengths, a piano intro that sticks in your head after a single listen, and a flute line with a distinctly Japanese flavor midway through, it’s a track that reveals something new each time you hear it.

Hello/How are you?Nanou

[Hatsune Miku Soft] Hello/How Are You [Original]

This is a song created by NANO-U.

According to the creator, it’s supposedly “a song for hopeless people,” but I feel like everyone has been in this kind of mood at some point.

Maybe it’s the relaxed tempo, the wistful vocals, and the gentle melody line, but the lyrics’ message slowly seeps into your heart.

at the mercy (of); as (someone/something) pleasesr-906

At the mercy / Hatsune Miku

“Manimani” is a track by r-906, released in April 2022.

It took first place in the “VocaColle 2022 Spring” rankings.

Its hallmark is a bold arrangement that spends about two minutes on an instrumental interlude between the opening vocal phrase and the next section.

Because it unfolds almost like an instrumental number, it leads to a powerful catharsis in the latter half.

It also makes frequent use of ear-catching tricks—like strategic breaks and touches of traditional Japanese instruments.

It’s a song that clearly shows the artist’s commitment to pursuing what they truly love.

Dance ChinaAtena

Odor China / Hatsune Miku, Kasane Teto SV

A track where Chinese-style sounds and a pop rhythm blend exquisitely! The duet song “Odocchina” by Hatsune Miku and Kasane Teto SV had its music video released in February 2025.

Packed with Atena’s multifaceted talent, the piece delivers a message about freeing everyday worries and emotions through dance.

The melody, infused with hip-hop elements, is also striking—and as you listen, you’ll find yourself wanting to sing along.

The MV includes parody elements of fighting games and anime.

Give it a listen when you need an energy boost!

Heavenly MusicYuuyu

Tengaku / yuyu feat. Kagamine Rin

Wagakki Band’s cover version is cool too, isn’t it? It’s a hard rock number by the Vocaloid producer Yuuyu, also known as the creator of “Deep Sea Girl,” released in August 2009.

The fiercely distorted guitar sound, the surging bass, and the powerful drum work are all compelling.

Rin Kagamine’s vocals layered on top have a touch of sensuality, and as you listen, you get drawn into the world of the song.

The explosive power of the chorus is top-notch! It might not be an exaggeration to call it one of the pinnacles of Vocaloid rock.

Hey, Mr./Ms. MuddyYasuhiro (Yasuhiro)

Hey, Mr. Gooey — Yasuhiro (Yasuhiro) feat. Kagamine Rin

It’s a stylish Vocalo-rock song that unfolds at a brisk pace.

Created by Vocaloid producer YASUHIRO (Yasuhiro) and released in 2018.

The glittering band sound is super cool! The chorus shifts into dance rock, then later morphs into a jazzy vibe—very striking.

The lively sound clears your head in the best way.

The word choices have a great ring to them, and they make you want to sing it yourself.

So how about using it to liven up the mood at karaoke with friends?