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[Carefully Selected] A Special Feature on Hidden Vocaloid Masterpieces

A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerAraki Jakkan
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.

Musicians who started as Vocaloid producers—like Kenshi Yonezu, Ayase, and Eve—have been doing amazingly well lately, haven’t they? They’re always near the top of the Japanese music charts.

In this article, we’d like to introduce some hidden Vocaloid gems.

It’s perfect for anyone looking for music they haven’t encountered before! We’re using the phrase “hidden gems,” which basically means “songs that deserve much more recognition.” This is a playlist our editorial team confidently recommends!

[Carefully Selected] Hidden Vocaloid Masterpieces (31–40)

Sweet ValentineEO

Sweet Valentine / KAITO [EO (Eo)]

Sweet ValentineEO

If you’re looking for a track with a mature vibe, “Sweet Valentine” is a great pick.

It’s a song by EO, a Vocaloid producer who debuted in 2020 with “Screams,” and it was also included on the 17th anniversary album from KARENT, the largest Vocaloid label.

The acoustic guitar in the intro and the piano in the accompaniment sound classy, creating the perfect mood for an adult Valentine’s.

It pairs wonderfully with bitter chocolate, too, so let it elevate your Valentine’s spirit!

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Fantasy Old Streetasa

[Asa] Illusory Old Street [Original MV] Kasane Teto (Synthesizer V) ASA KASANE TETO GENSOU ROUGAI

Fantasy Old Streetasa

Gensou Rojie stands out for its cool, live-performance energy and power.

Its composer, Asa, is a musician also known as the bassist for Wagakki Band, a group that performs rock using traditional Japanese instruments.

Since 2012, he has also been active solo as a Vocaloid producer, and his tracks are characterized by high quality befitting a musician well-versed in band sounds.

Gensou Rojie is also memorable for its lyrics, sprinkled with a deliberately jumbled sense of the seasons, so be sure to immerse yourself in its unique world!

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A life of meat lumps, by meat lumps, for meat lumpsHarukawa hashikko

A Life of Meat Chunks, by Meat Chunks, for Meat Chunks – Hashikko Harukawa feat. Haruka Nana

A life of meat lumps, by meat lumps, for meat lumpsHarukawa hashikko

It feels like everything is packed into the title.

It’s a work by Vocaloid producer Hashikawa Hashikko, released in 2022.

Super pop, very catchy, the lyrics are a love song—and then there’s this title.

When you listen, your emotions strangely get all jumbled, and you end up reflecting on all sorts of things.

What kind of person is the protagonist who describes humans as “chunks of meat”? Or maybe it’s uncouth to even ponder that… It grabs your heart and won’t let go.

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Alter 17Puhyuneco

Puhyuneco – Alter 17

Alter 17Puhyuneco

Why is it that the more I listen, the more I feel like crying? This track by Puhyuneco, a Vocaloid producer known for highly artistic works, was released in 2019.

From an opening that carries a subtly oriental atmosphere, the sound gradually spreads as if slowly melting.

The ambient soundscape is so well-crafted that it feels almost philosophical in meaning.

Surrender yourself to the sonic imagery that stirs the emotions sleeping deep within your heart.

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In conclusion

I think every one of them was a highly sophisticated track. Did you find a favorite? If you make use of the tag search feature on Nico Nico Douga, it’s easier to come across innovative works! If you’re interested, definitely give it a try!