Music that comes to your heart. A collection of sad Vocaloid songs.
In this article, we’ve gathered Vocaloid songs in which feelings of sadness are projected onto their worlds.
You’ll find a wide selection, from gentle ballads to sentimental tracks that lay bare the heart.
If you’re feeling sad right now or carrying a heavy burden, the songs we’ve picked out here may be able to stay by your side.
As you reflect on the messages woven into the lyrics, please take your time and listen closely.
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Music that comes to your heart. A collection of sad Vocaloid songs (41–50)
Someday, without fail.deddobōru P
This work portrays a sad story themed around a curse that makes one’s voice grow hoarse when they lie.
It’s a song by Deadball-P, released in 2008.
With a vocal duet by Hatsune Miku and Kagamine Rin, it expresses the protagonist’s sorrow.
The lyrics are striking, symbolically depicting the withering process through images like glass-bead eyes and faded silk hair.
The irregular time signatures and the production that makes the voice gradually grow hoarse also enhance the storytelling.
It contains elements reminiscent of The Little Mermaid and Pinocchio, making it a song open to deep interpretation.
Music that reaches your heart: A collection of sad Vocaloid songs (51–60)
Loquacious silencenejishiki
A fleeting yet beautiful song created by Nejishiki.
The waves of emotion resonating within its emotive sound shake the listener’s heart.
Released in May 2023, it immediately captivated fans.
Its earnest vocals delicately express lost bonds and feelings that defy words.
The dramatic musicality, grounded in a band sound, reveals a new side of Nejishiki.
Why not surrender yourself to this song and face the feelings that lie deep within your own heart?
I wanted to dance to your heartbeat.Pikon
A slow ballad with a striking piano melody, this captivating track weaves a beautiful world through its heartrending tune and lyrics that resonate deeply.
Released in January 2018, it is the 17th song by Vocaloid producer Picon and has garnered over 3 million views on YouTube.
The melancholic piece, which sings of loneliness and a sense of loss, carries a lingering afterglow that makes you want to listen in the quiet of the night.
When you’re weighed down by pain or want to immerse yourself in the bittersweet feeling of thinking about someone, it will gently stay by your heart.
Pseudo Sound TalesDECO*27
It weaves feelings for a loved one into a heartrending story.
Released by the popular Vocaloid producer DECO*27 in November 2013, this song is characterized by a band sound centered on acoustic guitar with an oriental flair.
The premise of the lyrics—a message from someone who has passed away—will surely bring many listeners to tears.
When you’ve lost someone precious and are in the depths of sorrow, this song will stay close to your heart.
Condolences, and life goes onUbanaroku
This work resounds with delicate lyrics and Uramei’s clear, translucent vocals.
Composed by Rok Uhana and released in November 2022, the song portrays, from the perspective of a protagonist attending a funeral, a profound love and sorrow for the one they’ve lost, and the everyday life that continues thereafter.
Amid the realities faced by those left behind, what emotions will you find? It’s a song I especially recommend to anyone who has lost someone dear or wants to reflect on the meaning of life.
emptiness/void (kara)Presto
The theme of “emptiness” is expressed in a way that strikes a chord, resonating deeply with listeners.
Released by Presto in 2023, this work weaves a world steeped in sorrow through the beautiful tones of the piano and Miku’s raspy vocals.
The lyrics, which spell out a desire to destroy everything, are imbued with the protagonist’s resignation, making for a heart‑piercing finish.
It’s precisely when you feel a sense of futility that I hope you’ll immerse yourself in the world of this song.
Fleeting eternityYasuha.
A heartwarming song that sings of lost love set to a gentle melody.
Released in April 2023, this track is a work by Yasuha.
It tenderly traces the memories of a past romance, expressing the delicate feelings of longing for a love that once was.
Hatsune Miku’s clear vocals blend with the R&B-inspired arrangement, seeping right into your heart.
It’s a song that offers comfort to anyone who has experienced a breakup, leaving a warm afterglow.
In conclusion
I introduced some Vocaloid songs that make your chest tighten with sadness.
I bet some of them made you think, “So nostalgic!” Please be sure to add this music that stays close to your heart to your playlist.