Melancholic Vocaloid songs: masterpieces that pierce the heart
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.
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Bittersweet Vocaloid songs: masterful tracks that pierce the heart (41–50)
midnight sunNEW!yūkisan
Amid the night’s chill and clarity, this work conceals a burning emotion.
With Hatsune Miku’s pure voice, it portrays someone who keeps walking through a quiet city while holding on to thoughts of a precious person they’ve lost.
You can feel, through the sound, the aching resolve to keep moving forward with their memories, even in deep sorrow.
It closed out Organic Acid’s album “Roku,” themed around the six realms of reincarnation, released in November 2025.
The MV was released in March 2026.
It hits even harder if you listen alone on a winter night.
It’s fine for now.MIMI
The song I’d like to introduce as one that stays close to those who are tired is “Ima wa Iin da yo” (“It’s Okay for Now”).
It’s a track produced by Vocaloid creator MIMI.
The gentle piano sound makes it a soothing ballad.
The lyrics embrace and encourage people who are weary of life, so listening to it feels cleansing.
Another appeal is that it depicts many situations listeners can relate to.
Try listening while seeing yourself in the song’s protagonist.
Ainotoa
A nostalgic song that stirs the bittersweet feelings sleeping deep in your heart.
It’s a work by Vocaloid producer Toa, released in August 2024.
Set to a light, French pop-inspired melody, it sings of lost love.
The chorus lingers in your ears, leaving a curious aftertaste.
Recommended for those who have experienced the end of a romance or want to face themselves.
How about taking some quiet time alone to really listen?
Wait for me on the other shore.rinri
An alternative number that captivates with its dreamlike sound and heartrending worldview.
Released in August 2025, this piece was created as a character song for Yukiyuki in the Fifth Kikai installment, “Higan.” Its theme—like speaking to someone who has departed for the distant beyond—echoes deeply in the heart.
The lyrical melody, wrapped in the sense of loss so characteristic of rinri, and the delicate electronic tones feel as though they trace a restless heart’s wandering just as it is.
On a quiet night when you’re thinking of someone dear, take your time immersing yourself in this fragile yet beautiful sonic world.
I wish to be loved.MIMI
It’s a ballad that gently wraps up the loneliness and anxiety anyone can suddenly feel.
The song is by Vocaloid producer MIMI and was originally provided to the creative unit WHITEBOX.
In November 2025, a version sung by KAFU was released.
Its warm lyrics stay close to a fragile heart that can’t sleep at night and starts blaming itself, whispering, “It’s okay to be just as you are.” Give it a listen on nights when life feels hard or when you’re longing for someone to acknowledge you.
It will surely be on your side.
Nothing but lifenuyuri
It’s a rock number with a strikingly light, catchy guitar sound.
Created by the well-known Vocaloid producer Nuyuri, also famous as the author of “Fragile,” it was released in 2017.
Its high-sense sound and high-quality PV seize listeners’ hearts and won’t let go.
The lyrics convey a kind of frustration with oneself that’s easy to relate to.
The more you listen on repeat, the more you get drawn in.
By the way, it’s also great for karaoke.
If your sky is going to cryyujii
Composed by Yuzy, the song was released in October 2025 and was written specifically for MORE MORE JUMP! in the game “Project SEKAI: Colorful Stage! feat.
Hatsune Miku.” Yuzy reportedly replayed the event story for dozens of hours to deeply understand the characters and weave the lyrics.
Carried by an emotionally moving sound, it conveys the desire to reach out a helping hand to someone dear who is suffering.
When you feel lonely, when you long for warmth, please give this song a listen.