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

ToetoTravolta-P

Toeto (feat. Megurine Luka)

“Toeto,” produced in 2009 by Travolta-P, a Vocaloid producer who rose to prominence with songs featuring Kagamine Rin.

The track showcases Megurine Luka’s voice, capable of everything from sweet, gentle tones to passionate vocals.

Set to a pastoral, folk-inspired melody, it portrays a girl’s bittersweet feelings of love.

As she tries to express her honest emotions but can’t quite find the words, it’s sure to stir your heart.

A romantic love song that highlights Vocaloid’s uniquely genre-defying charm.

Despair.A4。

A4. - Despair. feat. KAFU (A4. - dear music. feat. KAFU)

A soothing, chill piece that reflects on the path one has walked in life.

It’s a track by Vocaloid producer A4, released in March 2023.

“When I trace my memories, the music I listened to back then comes back to life with them,” says A4.

With that in mind, “you” here refers to the “music” that has always been by one’s side.

With its calming sound, melody, and lyrics—and this title—A4’s sensibility truly shines.

It’s a wonderful song.

Dirty Duttihighball

DirtyDotty / ⌘ flower × Chis-A

This work ranked sixth in the Rookie Rankings at VocaColle Spring 2023.

“Dirty Dirty” is a track by Hainomi, the Vocaloid producer behind “DOGS” and “Zarazara.” It’s an original dance number that draws you into a downbeat world.

The soundscape—pausing for a break in the intro and then unfolding all at once—is phenomenal.

The explosive power of the chorus is overwhelming, too.

The lyrics, which reflect a sense of difficulty in living, and the dystopian-style music video are also compelling.

Let yourself be swallowed, body and soul, by the whirlpool of sound.

Bzzzt bzzzt bzzzt bzzztFrokuro

Beep beep beep beep / Star World (Be, be, be, be! / SEKAI)

It’s a work that achieves both catchiness and artistic flair, and I’m in awe of its creativity.

The track is by Frokuro, known for releasing highly experimental music, and it was released in March 2023.

It’s a popular piece that ranked 7th in the VOCACOLLE Spring 2023 TOP 100.

I can’t help but say you should listen to it together with the music video first.

It moves forward on a drum’n’bass rhythm, but it weaves in detailed developments and breaks, so new sounds are constantly jumping into your ears.

Combined with glitchy visuals reminiscent of an analog TV, it creates a feeling like you’re in another world, even though it’s reality.

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Shashaten / Hifumi feat. Otomachi Una

With an intro of koto tones and an aggressive guitar riff, this rock tune hooks you from the very first moment.

It’s a work by Hifumi, a Vocaloid producer known for releasing many Japanesque rock numbers, unveiled in 2022.

The lyrics, brimming with the resolve to “let them hear my sound!” will especially resonate with anyone who creates.

The song’s blend of beauty and power pairs perfectly with Otomachi Una’s bright, commanding vocals!

perfect numberAmaterasu-P

Perfect Number / Mikurin Len Luka MEIKO KAITO = 6 by gcmstyle (Anmeltz-P) [2nd Project Sekai ULTIMATE Entry Track] (The Perfect Number)

Perfect Number portrays the figure of a mathematician who challenges without limits, while weaving in words of encouragement for those striving toward the future.

It’s a song that showcases choral work by six Vocaloids, inspired by 6—the first perfect number.

Each singer has a dedicated part, and the rich vocals resonate from solo passages to layered harmonies.

The ever-shifting, electronica-based beat matches perfectly with the six mechanical voices.

Through its vocal styles and experimental sound, this Vocaloid track evokes a sense of future possibilities.

koalaWill Stetson

Koala / Koala by Will Stetson (vo. VY1)

Will Stetson is a U.S.-based singer and Vocaloid producer who mainly focuses on English-language covers of Vocaloid songs.

“Koala” is an original track by Will Stetson, released in 2023.

Set to a simple, easy-to-listen-to, refreshing melody, the song expresses both uncertainty and hope about living.

There are both Japanese and English versions, so be sure to compare them.