[Latest & Classic] A Special Feature on Rock Vocaloid Songs [VOCAROCK]

SAYHATEUpsilon

【Miku】Saihate / Hatsune Miku【Ypsilon】

The fusion of EDM and metal with a deep, heavy bass hit is insanely cool.

Created by Ypsilon, this track was released in September 2024.

It features Hatsune Miku on vocals and has been making waves on Nico Nico Douga and YouTube.

It’s one of the songs included on the second mini-album, “Signifié.” The philosophical lyrics, which sing about the contradictions of modern society and the loss of self-esteem, leave a strong impression.

The phrase “I’m not wrong” really hits home.

It’s perfect for anyone who wants to confront their emotions.

Crank up the volume and the exhilarating blast will rattle your eardrums in the best way!

AshurashuraYurii Canon

Ashura Shura / YurryCanon feat. GUMI

A song by Yuri-Kanon, a Vocaloid producer from Kyoto who released their major-label debut album “Ningen Gekijou” in 2021.

Riding on a high-tempo shuffle beat, the melody is packed with the kind of wordplay that’s the essence of Vocaloid music, making it an instantly energizing number.

The effective use of key changes heightens the tension and polish of the track.

Its structure—flowing from a jazz-tinged B section into a melodious, high-register chorus—is also superb, making it a number that should resonate with both Vocaloid fans and rock lovers alike.

STARTLefty Monster P

[KashiTaro Ito] START [I tried singing]

This is a collaborative song by Lefty Monster P and Kashitaro Ito, released in 2012.

It’s a straightforward, classic guitar rock track.

The uplifting lyrics encourage you to keep moving toward the future.

It’s a Vocaloid rock song I’d love middle and high school students to hear.

Frozen Beamone two three

Frozen Beam / Hifumi feat. Hatsune Miku

This song is striking for the contrast between its refreshing melody and bittersweet lyrics.

Created by Hifumi, known for their acclaimed blend of Japanese-style rock, it was released in August 2024.

Set against the end of summer, it sings of a wish to freeze memories with a loved one.

Hatsune Miku’s clear, translucent voice beautifully captures the poignancy of passing time.

It looks poised to become a new signature work for Hifumi, famed for the album “Adorning Solitude with Flowers.” Give it a listen when you feel like getting a bit reflective during the hot season.

Yoshiwara LamentAsa

[Kasane Teto] Yoshiwara Lament [Original]

It’s an up-tempo song, but the lyrics convey a woman’s heartrending feelings.

Strangely, it doesn’t feel overly tragic, and you can enjoy it as a cool track that fuses Japanese and rock elements.

The songwriter Asa is also active as the bassist of Wagakki Band, a popular group known for their Vocaloid song covers.

Order, as you command.Uhana Roku

Order, as you command / Ubana Roku ft. Hatsune Miku

Playing the version of yourself that others want and ending up feeling lonely…

Isn’t that a message anyone can relate to? It’s a track by Vocaloid producer RokUhanaroku—known for hits like “Heads Together, Good Day” and “Self-Proclaimed Music Lover”—released in 2022.

It’s a dance-rock number built around edgy guitar sounds.

The catchy melody line is striking, but when you take in the feelings woven into the lyrics, you might find yourself thinking, “Maybe that’s part of the performance too.”

Killing time, someone's lifeUhana Roku

Killing Time, Someone’s Life / Rok Uhana ft. Hatsune Miku

This is the fifth track by Vocaloid producer ROKU Uhana, known for dark lyrics and a guitar rock-driven sound.

The lyrics, which tackle themes that have become serious issues in our social media age, leave a powerful impression.

Setting these dark words to a melody that’s both wistful and briskly catchy heightens the sense of madness even more.

The blend of dry rock sonics and a strong message is addictive—a Vocaloid song that could only have been born in the modern era.