Chills down your spine. A collection of Vocaloid songs that are scary but irresistibly listenable.
One reason VOCALOID became widespread is that it offers a vocalist who sings exactly as the creator envisions.
Even when using the same voice library, the content of the works varies enormously.
Love songs, cute cheer songs, rock and hip-hop, R&B—and some are even scary.
So in this article, we’ve put together a selection of VOCALOID tracks that will send chills down your spine.
As you listen with trepidation, you’ll find yourself addicted—every track is that compelling!
Take the plunge into the deep world of VOCALOID!
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A Chill Down Your Spine: A Collection of Scary but Irresistible Vocaloid Songs (71–80)
That child’s happinessbaby-chan
The video itself is packed with a sense of dread.
The shadow play feels like the opening theme of a fairy tale.
The meter shifts from 6/8 to 3/4, and the sound presses in relentlessly.
There aren’t any frightening words in the lyrics, but I think the true terror arrives when you grasp the real meaning lurking beneath them.
I recommend listening to it multiple times.
Bird of paradiseBoiled Fruits
A Vocaloid song that blends stylishness, coolness, and a dark worldview.
It’s a track by the Vocaloid producer Nirukagachi, known for hits like “Traffic Jam” and “Sama,” released in 2020.
That distinctive groove, where the rhythmic core is deliberately offset, is irresistible.
The heavy, weighty bass draws you in as well.
The lyrics, as if overflowing with one’s true feelings, leave a deeply emotional impression.
Perfect for when you want to drown in a sea of sound.
NEIDSumia
NEID, sung by Sumia, is a somewhat eerie song that uses Hatsune Miku.
It portrays ressentiment—the feelings of indignation and hatred that the weak may harbor toward the strong.
Everyone, at some point in life, feels envy or resentment toward the wealthy or the powerful.
Such emotions tend to be labeled negative in society, but instead of bottling them up, why not listen to this song and release a bit of that stress?
refreshing and exhilaratingSin grass
If you’re looking for a spine-chilling track, this is the one.
“Sukatto Sōkai,” a song by Zamigusa, a Vocaloid producer known for dark aesthetics, was released in June 2024.
The title alone might suggest a bright, cheerful tune, but one listen will convey its downbeat worldview.
Why did the protagonist feel so refreshed? If you trace the works Zamigusa has created so far, you might uncover a hidden story.
With grand choral work adding depth to the piece, it’s a Vocaloid song that captivates both the ears and the eyes.
An emotional reunion lolSin grass
Once it gets stuck in your head, it won’t leave your ears—a terrifying yet irresistible Vocaloid track.
Created by Sainakusao, a Vocaloid producer known for dark works, it was released in October 2024.
The heavy electro sound and poisonous lyrics themed around reunion leave a strong impression.
The contrast between Hatsune Miku’s innocent voice and lyrics peppered with internet slang like “ww” sends chills down your spine.
Just imagining what kind of reunion awaits makes your heart race.
A must-listen for fans of horror and splatter.
There's Something About MaryLadyMonsters.
This song is inspired by the urban legend “Mary-san” and told from the perspective of an abandoned doll.
It’s a track that showcases LadyMonsters.’ unique worldview, highlighted by v flower’s husky vocals.
The lyrics depict the doll’s obsession with and madness toward its owner, leaving a strong impression on listeners.
It’s recommended not only for fans of spooky themes, but also for those who enjoy story-driven music.
Listening in the stillness of night will draw you even deeper into its world.
Perfect Crime Masterclass, Part Three — The Eight Graves ArcJorujin
Turning a mystery masterpiece into a Vocaloid song! Released in May 2025, this is the third installment in Jorujin’s “I Will Teach You the Perfect Crime” series.
It’s a dark suspense track inspired by Seishi Yokomizo’s classic The Village of Eight Gravestones, featuring an impressive multilayered narrative that replaces the characters with Vocaloids.
The mysterious sound and tension-filled melody brilliantly capture the village’s legendary Eight-Gravestone curse and the fate bound to hidden treasure.
There are spoilers, so if you haven’t yet, consider reading the original first!