Lovely Vocaloid

Melancholic Vocaloid songs: masterpieces that pierce the heart

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.

This time, we’re introducing a collection of poignant, heart-piercing Vocaloid songs.

From love-themed tracks to ones that embrace feelings of loneliness, as well as deeply moving pieces, we’ve picked selections from many genres—so if you look, you’re sure to find a song that resonates with your heart.

These are all perfect for when you want to have a good cry or face your worries head-on.

Take your time to savor the story woven into each track, and be sure to check them out.

Poignant Vocaloid songs: masterpieces that pierce the heart (261–270)

Edward ScissorhandsNem

[NicoKara] Scissorhands on vocal [Hatsune Miku]

Scissorhands Nem

The songwriter and composer is Nem, who is also active as an amateur musician and is well regarded for the high quality of his work.

As the title suggests, this piece is an homage to Tim Burton’s Edward Scissorhands.

It’s a mature, jazz-flavored track.

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Can you put it in the past tense?Omoi

Can you put it in the past tense? / Hatsune Miku

Can you put it in the past tense, Omoi?

A person I liked who I was separated from without ever being able to tell them how I felt.

This Vocaloid song captures an unforgettable, lingering love.

It’s a track by the music duo Omoi, composed of Sakurai and Kimura, released in 2019.

The sound is a brisk, refreshing rock, but the lyrics really hit home.

Students in particular will probably relate.

The regret of not being able to say “I like you” torments the protagonist.

If you listen to it when you’re heartbroken, it might just let you cry your heart out.

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Page 0 of the BeginningPonchi♪

Page 0 of the Beginning / Ponchi♪ feat. Hatsune Miku

Page 0 of Beginnings, Ponchi♪

When things don’t go your way and it hurts, or when you lose sight of your true feelings, please give this a listen.

It’s a piece by Vocaloid producer Ponchi♪, released in 2020.

The lyrics carry a warm message: no matter how much you cry, it’s okay—you can always start over from the beginning—and that alone is healing.

The sound image wraps a light band arrangement in strings, piano, and synth tones—just lovely.

It’s a ballad that makes you feel you can try again as many times as you need.

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A Single BloomProject Lumina

A Single Bloom of Poetry / Star Realm

Ichi-rin no Shi Project Lumina

A straightforward message that puts the feelings in one’s heart into words resonates deeply—One Flower Poem.

Created in 2022 by Vocaloid producer Project Lumina, it drew attention at the Vocaloid festival “VocaColle 2022 Autumn.” The lyrics are striking in how they liken the weaving of various emotions to flowers.

The song carries a message that gently embraces those striving toward their dreams and goals.

Paired with a band sound that has a fantastical atmosphere, it’s a Vocaloid track where a brilliant, starry voice rings out.

Listen closely to the words that offer hope and courage for life.

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Bittersweet Vocaloid songs. Masterpieces that pierce the heart (271–280)

I breathed with you.Q’nel

Q’nel – Breathed With You feat. KAFU

Q'nel with whom I breathed

“Breathing With You” portrays the unbearable emotions that surface when facing a farewell with a loved one.

The song, themed around youth and romance, was produced by Vocaloid producer Q’nel in 2022.

It depicts a couple chatting about little things and holding hands, while singing about the loneliness of the present now that that person is no longer here.

Carried by a gentle beat, Kafu’s languid vocals convey the movement of the heart.

It’s a Vocaloid track that sings about the certainty of having spent time with someone precious in the same place at the same moment.

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Because I like youYasuha.

Hatsune Miku – ‘Cause I love you (Type.B) feat. Yasuha.［Eng Sub］〈YouTube Ver.〉Vocaloid Original Song

Because I love you, Yasuha.

Although we were supposed to be in love, our feelings somehow drifted apart before we knew it…

How about an R&B number that captures the ache of a bittersweet romance? Created by the Vocaloid producer Yasuha., who has also written songs for famous artists, this piece was released in 2020.

The gentle sound that seems to seep into your heart, paired with Hatsune Miku’s delicate, ephemeral voice—just that alone loosens the tear ducts.

It’s a Vocaloid track about a sad breakup with a lover and the emotions you hold right before it happens…

The more you empathize with the protagonist’s feelings, the more your chest aches.

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merry badZYYG

Merry Bad / JIG feat. Hatsune Miku – Merry Bad

Merry Bad ZYYG

“Merry Bad,” the 17th original Vocaloid song by JIG, posted on June 6, 2015.

Composed mainly of piano, drums, and bass, the track is catchy with its steadily ticking rhythm and beautiful, transparent piano phrases.

They blend well with the melody line, making you want to listen to it again and again.

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