Challenge your limits! A collection of Vocaloid songs with high keys and soaring high melodies
Many people probably have the impression that “Vocaloid songs have high keys.” In fact, the pitch range you can manipulate with synthetic vocal software is quite wide.
If you own one, you know—you’ve probably tried making it sing at absurdly high pitches, right? In this article, I’ve put together a list of Vocaloid songs with high keys! I think it’s a playlist that can help you choose songs for karaoke or cover videos.
Strictly speaking, in music theory there’s a difference between “a melody that includes high notes” and “a song with a high key,” but I’ve kept things loose here to be more accessible.
By all means, challenge the limits of your own vocal cords!
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Challenge your limits! A collection of Vocaloid songs with high keys and soaring melodies (91–100)
Hollow Sleepnuyuri
“Hollow Sleep” is a song by the Vocaloid producer Nuyuri, who is also known as the arranger of ZUTOMAYO’s “Byoushin wo Kamu” (Biting the Second Hand).
The video was released on Nico Nico Douga and YouTube in 2020.
It’s a cool track with stylish chord voicings and a tight groove, but the chorus is extremely high.
The verses and pre-chorus aren’t that high, yet the moment the chorus comes in, the range shoots up dramatically.
That contrast is striking and gives the song an addictive quality that makes you want to listen again.
Star-Weaving SongHitoshizuku P × Yama △
Hitoshizuku × Yama△ is a Vocaloid producer duo known for songs featuring Kagamine Rin and Len.
Their 2015 piece “Hoshiori Uta” is a poignant song modeled after the story of Orihime and Hikoboshi.
It boasts a grand, beautiful sound, and her high-tone vocals are deeply moving.
The story-like lyrics unfold dramatically and are enough to bring you to tears.
You’ll experience a rich narrative that feels far deeper than its sub-four-minute runtime.
If you’re confident in your clear, soaring high notes, be sure to give it a try.
I don’t know anything about music.Kanzaki Iori
Vocaloid producer Kanzaki Iori, known for poetic songs with strong storytelling, has drawn significant attention.
His signature track, “Inochi ni Kirawarete Iru” (“Hated by Life Itself”), has been covered by many artists, including the singer Mafumafu.
Among his works, the song best known for its high key is “I Don’t Understand Music.” It was included on the 2019 album “Hakushi” (“Blank”).
Its straightforward band sound unfolds at a slow tempo and strikes straight to the heart.
Hatsune Miku’s high notes, carrying a sense of longing, are absolutely swoon-worthy.
Although the key is high, the melody develops within a fairly consistent range, making it a great recommendation for those trying high-tone vocals for the first time!
Anonymous fanfareTsumiki
Tsumiki is a Vocaloid producer who delivers songs that make the most of an edgy band sound.
“Anonymous Fanfare,” included on his 2021 album SAKKAC CRAFT, is a track marked by its passionate rock sound.
Alongside its exhilarating, fast-paced drums, GUMI’s energetic vocals ring out.
If you enjoy aggressive performances, this one will definitely hook you.
Why not try singing this true rock ’n’ roll—perfectly embodying the phrase “pushing your limits”—with a high-tone voice?
Dream dream yume dreamNayutan Seijin
If you’re looking for a catchy Vocaloid track you can sing in a high tone and dance to, Dream Dream Yume Dream is perfect for you.
It’s included on Vocaloid producer NayutalieN’s 2018 album Object Z from the Planet Nayutan, known for its popular four-on-the-floor, rhythmic tempos.
You’ll experience a dreamy sound unfolding within a pop-inspired world.
Fans of passionate Japanese rock will surely get hooked.
Why not push your vocal limits to its danceable beat?
EternityHainomi
An addictive track like a fizzy soda, blending poppiness with freshness.
Hainomi, a Vocaloid producer known for stylish tunes, released it on March 22, 2022 as their fifth song.
With an arrangement that mixes city pop and EDM, it presents a unique sonic world.
If you enjoy futuristic electronic music like Perfume, this will definitely hit the spot! The highest note in this song is hi F#, F#5.
Since it falls into a range that can feel challenging even for female singers, we recommend using falsetto and mixed voice as much as possible.
Drink the morningbarūn
Singer-songwriter Keina Suda, who is active as a Vocaloid producer under the name Balloon, created his 24th Vocaloid track, “Asa o Nomu” (“Swallow the Morning”).
It’s a ballad that captures the feelings he had when a cat he’d lived with for many years passed away.
The chorus is sung in a relatively high register, and the phrase right before the instrumental break gradually ascends and is sustained with a long tone.
On his 2016 EP “Marble,” Suda recorded a self-cover of “Asa o Nomu,” so be sure to give it a listen!