[From Classics to the Latest] A Special Feature on Vocaloid Songs That Get the Crowd Going at Karaoke

Envy BabyKanaria

[GUMI] Envy Baby [Kanaria]

Let’s liven up karaoke with a high-sense Vocaloid track! Created by Vocaloid producer Kanaria, who drew attention with their debut song “Hyakki Matsuri,” this track was released in 2021.

It’s an electric tune with a mature vibe.

Despite the sparse instrumentation, it never feels lacking.

GUMI’s distinctive tuning makes even the Japanese lyrics oddly sound like English.

It really makes you want to sing along.

The key will likely be whether you can capture this unique vocal delivery.

DADARUMApotter's wheel

DADARUMA／flower

For some reason, the instant I heard the intro of this song, I burst out laughing.

It was just so exhilarating and cool.

The music lays down a pleasant rhythm, and just when you think it’s full-on rock, a touch of Japanese flavor slips in—making it so much fun that I could listen to it forever.

Together with the PV centered on the daruma, please go ahead and shout out the message packed into it.

two-breath walkingDECO*27

DECO*27 - Two Breaths Walking

A masterpiece included on DECO*27’s second album, “No You, No Me.” It’s DECO*27’s third song to reach a million.

The slightly shadowy lyrics and the story-driven music video are key reasons for its popularity.

The catchy chorus is irresistible.

Feel the rhythm with your body and sing along.

Hello, World feat. Hatsune MikuDECO*27

DECO*27 – Hello Sekai feat. Hatsune Miku

Popular Vocaloid producer DECO*27 is arguably the most well-known Vocaloid P out there.

Among DECO*27’s songs, “Hello Sekai feat.

Hatsune Miku” stands out as particularly easy to sing while still capable of getting the crowd excited.

It’s a lyrically rich piece, and the vocal line falls within the typical range of J-pop.

In fact, the highest note is D#5, which isn’t especially high, so adjusting the key should make it comfortable to sing.

Rather than being a song that gets everyone hyped in a high-energy way, it’s one that can really resonate with people who have strong Vocaloid knowledge.

If you’re planning to go to karaoke with folks from the community, definitely consider adding it to your repertoire.

rabbit holeDECO*27

DECO*27 – Rabbit Hole feat. Hatsune Miku

How about “Rabbit Hole,” which gives off a girly yet cool vibe? It’s a track produced by the Vocaloid producer DECO*27, and the lyrics challenge conventional views on love.

In a sense, it’s a diss song, but the cute wording keeps the mood light and fun.

It requires high-speed singing from start to finish, so the difficulty is somewhat high.

That said, there’s a lot of rhyming, so it’s very satisfying to sing.

OverrideYase Yoshida

Override – Kasane Teto SV [Yase Yoshida]

Since its release in November 2023, Override has become a newly etched hit in Vocaloid history, thanks to its catchy melody, breakneck-speed dance music, and lyrics that, while packed with references, still evoke a sense of inner darkness.

The producer, Yose Yoshida, originally worked at a company as a programmer, and reconsidering the title and lyrics in light of that background may reveal a variety of meanings.

If you’re going to sing it at karaoke, keeping up with the speed is the first prerequisite, but you might be surprised how far sheer momentum can carry you—and the melody itself is extremely catchy—so definitely give it a try.

Here we go! First song at karaokeHobonichi-P

[Hatsune Miku] Let's go! First song at karaoke [Original]

According to the creator, it was made so you wouldn’t have to worry about what to sing first at karaoke.

The title says it all.

The tune isn’t too intense, yet not too monotonous, making it easy to sing.

It was released on Niconico in 2010.

Please honor the creator’s intention and make it your first song.