[Hits Home] A Special Feature on Dark/Vent Vocaloid Songs
A huge number of Vocaloid songs are available online.
New tracks are constantly being created around themes like emotions, scenery, seasons, and events.
Among them, there are also many pieces known as “yami songs” (dark or depressive songs).
I bet quite a few people like that kind of music.
You might listen when you want something to empathize with your feelings, or play them when you want to think deeply and intensely.
So in this article, we’ll be introducing plenty of Vocaloid yami songs!
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[Hits You Deep] A Collection of Dark/Venty Vocaloid Songs (61–70)
GiftedEnraku Asobi
The Vocaloid producer Enraku Asobi released “Gifted” as a “cool track.” It portrays a protagonist who, because of their genius, can’t connect with anyone and feels isolated.
The powerful choice of words and the heavy bass are, in a word, “cool.” The vocals use Uraname, and the pitch swings dramatically up and down—this could be interpreted as expressing the protagonist’s inner conflict, or even a scream.
Also, pay attention to the intricate rhymes woven throughout the song.
No no, I don’t wanna!MARETU
It’s a gut-punch of a song that claws at your chest—a deeply depressive track.
This piece by MARETU was released in May 2024.
True to MARETU’s style, the lyrics are dark despite the rhythmic sound.
You can feel the desperate plea in the words: “Please, someone save me.” It might be the perfect song for those who feel lonely or wish someone would truly understand them.
self-indulgencekomedawara
This is a guitar rock track whose appeal lies in its punchy sound and the piercing vocals of Otomachi Una.
Composed by Komedawara, it was released in May 2020.
The structure is fresh, starting abruptly with vocals and no intro, from which a lyrical arrangement and a wistful melody intertwine.
The lyrics, which calmly recount everyday despair and resignation, overlap with the dynamics that open up dramatically in the chorus, powerfully stirring the listener’s emotions.
It’s dark yet somehow pop, and that exquisite balance draws you in.
Give it a listen when your heart is tired, yet you still want to face forward.
Fragilenuyuri
Perhaps because of the intro that gradually slows down, you find yourself drawn into the song’s world before you realize it.
It’s a breakout hit that instantly boosted Vocaloid producer Nuyuri’s recognition, released in 2016.
The four-on-the-floor rhythm and bass—almost as if your brain is swaying—and the bouncy electric piano phrases have astonishing synergy.
Many listeners will likely empathize with the protagonist’s inner fragility conveyed through the lyrics.
Take your time and reflect on the meaning behind the title “Fragile.”
Nothing I do goes well.meiyo
Everything is crammed tightly into the title.
It’s a track by meiyo, who’s also active as a singer-songwriter, released in 2021.
It went viral by expressing blunt, negative feelings with a light, hip-hop-tinged sound.
I think you’ll understand when you listen—this is exactly what people mean by “addictive.” No matter how much we put on a front, once you peel back a layer, maybe everyone feels this way… or maybe not.
But it’s definitely possible, isn’t it?
Sabolickantewi ku
Released in November 2025 as a collaboration with the free game “Despair at -30°C,” this piece by Kanteiku captures the game’s worldview—depicting the psychology of people trapped in a frigid, sealed room—through Kanteiku’s signature sound.
You might enjoy considering whose perspective the lyrics are from.
Hatsune Miku’s crystalline, hard-edged vocals accentuate the madness of an extreme situation.
It’s a perfect track not only for those who’ve played the game but also for anyone who loves dark works that cut deep into the heart.
QUEENKanaria
A cool dance tune that lets you savor both swagger and fear at the same time! It’s a track by the Vocaloid producer Kanaria, also known for songs like “Envy Baby” and “EYE,” released in 2022.
It’s by no means a song with a lot of notes, yet it doesn’t feel lacking in the slightest.
The sound work makes you think “this is exactly what it needs,” and it’s jaw-dropping.
The build-up leading into the chorus really gets the energy up, too! It’s also fun to look for connections with Kanaria’s other songs, such as “KING,” where the contrast in the title is particularly effective.