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

A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerWakachan Araki
I’ve worked in a variety of roles—regardless of pro or amateur settings—including live event PA, cameraman for video and photography, restaurant staff, and logistics center staff. I now spend my days as a part-time writer. I’ve contributed to music and manga websites with feature/review articles, and wrote the liner notes included as a bonus for 1st PLACE Inc.’s “IA SUPER BEST.” As for my music background, I started playing guitar in junior high and focused on band activities during my school years. For over 15 years since then, up to the present, I’ve continued releasing original tracks as a Vocaloid producer. My areas of expertise are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.

In recent years, Vocaloid songs have become widely recognized across many age groups.

Many creators—such as YOASOBI, Kenshi Yonezu, Eve, Yorushika, Yoh Kamiyama, and TOOBOE—have expanded their activities while engaging with Vocaloid, and there are plenty of singers who first gained popularity through “utaite” covers of Vocaloid tracks.

You’ll even see Vocaloid songs ranking high on karaoke charts.

So for those thinking, “I want to sing a Vocaloid song, but I’m not sure which one to pick…,” we’re introducing Vocaloid tracks that are guaranteed to hype up the room when you sing them!

This is a carefully curated collection of fail-safe hits by our editorial team!

[From Classics to the Newest] A Special Feature on Vocaloid Songs That Hype Up Karaoke (191–200)

Double suicide in the white snowNanahoshi Orchestra

Snow White Double Suicide / Hatsune Miku – Nanahoshi Orchestra

Shirayuki Shinchu Nanahoshi Orchestra

This ultra-rock track with an amazing sense of speed is called “Shirayuki Shinju.” It was produced by the Vocaloid producer Nanahoshi Orchestra, who also goes by the artist name Riku Iwami.

His specialty, the guitar solo, is incredibly cool and electrifying—this is a rock killer tune.

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Pocket MonstersPinocchioP

PinocchioP – Pocket Monster feat. Hatsune Miku / The Pokémon Inside My Heart

Pocket Monster Pinocchio P

A striking presence in the Vocaloid scene, PinocchioP’s song “Pocket no Monster” is a work where nostalgia and novelty coexist.

It delivers the exhilaration of sprinting across open fields and a melody that traces deep memories, resonating in the heart.

Hatsune Miku’s clear, transparent vocals blend beautifully with the world of “Pocket Monsters,” packed with elements that appeal to fans across generations, from adults to children.

Inviting listeners on an adventurous journey, this track is guaranteed to light up any karaoke session.

It’s a new masterpiece from PinocchioP, where musical curiosity intersects with approachability.

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Girl HellYurii Canon

Girl's Hell / YurryCanon feat. GUMI

Girl Hell: Yurry Canon

Upbeat, stylish, and cool—that’s what comes to mind with this song, Yuri Cannon’s “Shoujo Jigoku” (Girl Hell).

Released in 2019, it quickly joined the ranks of popular tracks.

The slightly mysterious tone pairs perfectly with the dark, atmospheric lyrics.

Centering on a girl who longs for love, the suggestive, story-driven development really makes you think.

It’s also a track you can enjoy by unraveling its thematic layers.

It might be easier to sing if you keep the rhythm with your hands, feet, or body.

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Kamaboko, Kamahoro, or Kamakoto?Yuro Majima

Kamaboko Kamahoro Kamakoto / Chisei

Kamaboko Kamahoro Kamakoto or Yuro Majima

Kamaho Yuro, a Vocaloid producer known for creating theme-driven songs, released “Kamaboko Kamahoro Kamakoto” in 2023.

Centered on “kamaboko” (a type of Japanese fish cake), the track carries a philosophical message.

Over a piano melody that makes effective use of chiptune-like single-note lines, the Chisey vocal—known for its human-like singing voice—unfolds.

The sound is melodious and fast-paced, yet it exudes a certain calm.

It’s a unique piece with a chorus phrase that gets stuck in your head.

Not only the vocals—the MV’s dance choreography is also fun to learn and try dancing along to.

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[From Classics to the Latest] A Special Feature on Vocaloid Songs That Hype Up Karaoke (201–210)

RequiemKanaria

[Hatsune Miku] Requiem [Kanaria]

Requiem Kanaria

The cool sound and melody line are irresistible! Composed by bKaroP, Kanaria—who has produced numerous hits like “KING”—and released in April 2023.

Its sleek, razor-sharp, minimalist soundscape pulls you right in.

Maybe because of the fast tempo, you can’t help but nod along vertically.

Be sure to also check out the versions sung by Suisei Hoshimachi, a Hololive VTuber active as a singer, and by Kanaria themselves!

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Steal YouOmoi

Steal You / Hatsune Miku

Steal You Omoi

If you’re going to karaoke with people who like EDM or emotional rock, I highly recommend singing “Steal You.” This track was produced in 2022 by Omoi, the music duo of Sakurai and Kimura, and it was chosen as the theme song for #Compass: Combat Providence Analysis System hero “Bugdoll.” It features a rock sound built on a bass-heavy, resonant synth.

While the song is fresh and energetic, its lyrics carry a touch of melancholy that adds to its appeal.

Give this uptempo electronica-rock tune a try at karaoke.

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chameleonSorry

Chameleon / Surii feat. Kagamine Len

Chameleon three

Turn the karaoke room into a festival grounds with this lively dance-rock number! Created by the Vocaloid producer Surii, who made a name with the smash hit “Telecaster B-Boy,” this track was released in 2021.

Its charm lies in the expressive sound arrangement built around a bouncy rhythm that lifts your spirits as you listen.

That said, the lyrics—likening a self that blends in with others to a chameleon—carry a touch of melancholy.

Sing it with the feeling of, “But so what? That’s who I am!”

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