[Hits Home] A Special Feature on Dark/Vent Vocaloid Songs

an empty shellMI8k

“Monuke no Karada” – GUMI / “An Empty Shell of a Body” – GUMI feat. MI8k

It’s a horror piece featuring creatures that resemble sloths and depictions of human experimentation.

The underlying phrases amplify the song’s world-building and depth, so I especially recommend it to people who love instruments.

It’ll make you want to play it yourself.

Magisawotaku

Magisa (Magisa) / wotaku feat. Hatsune Miku

It’s already dark right from the intro.

This is a track by wotaku, a Vocaloid producer who’s also active as a member of the music unit Jimmy’z.

It was released in 2019.

It’s a high-velocity piece of electronic music.

The content might be perfect for the Halloween season.

severing ties; breaking off a friendshipNakiso

Breakup / Kaai Yuki・NurseRoBo_Type T

Renowned for its horror-themed world, “Zekko” (“Severed Ties”) is a track released by Nakiso, a Vocaloid producer known for crafting dark songs.

Centered on the theme of “絶交” (cutting off a relationship), the piece sings of deep hatred—ambiguously directed either at the other person or at oneself, which is a compelling touch.

Also noteworthy is the effective alternation between Kaai Yuki and NurseRobo_Type T, which further heightens the song’s eerie atmosphere.

Go away.jin

Disappear / Jin [Official MV] (Track from Jin's 1st MINI ALBUM “Allegories”)

This piece delves into emotions that everyone must have felt at least once.

Created by Jin, also known as Shizen no Teki-P, the author of the Kagerou Project series, it was released in 2022 and is included on the album Allegories from the same year.

The light tones of acoustic guitar and piano linger in your ears, yet what swirls in your heart after listening is a sense of poignancy.

That’s likely because of the sorrowful feelings reflected in the lyrics.

It should especially resonate with teenagers in their sensitive years.

Shadow-Stepping EstrangerSubstreet

[Hatsune Miku] Shadow-Stepping Étranger [Original]

Despite being composer Substreet’s very first posted work, it immediately racked up over 100,000 views and became a hit.

Its hallmark is the striking contrast between the shadowy, evocative lyrics and the catchy rhythm and memorable melody line.

Imposter GengarKulfiQ

“Impostor Gengar” [Kagamine Rin & Hatsune Miku Original PV]

It’s a work where the melody and overall tone are bright, yet the lyrics and visuals feel dark, creating a striking contrast.

Within its poppiness lies a message that tightens your chest.

Students might relate to it.

It’s easy to sing, so it really gets the crowd going at karaoke.

Curse, curse, curseFuyuu

Jujuju / Hatsune Miku, Kaai Yuki

If you’re looking for music with a strong narrative that sends shivers down your spine, this is it! This piece was released by Vocaloid producer Fuyuu in August 2025.

True to its title, it explores the theme of “curses,” expressing the emotions of a protagonist trapped in an inescapable fate.

The dramatic metal-gothic sound intertwines with the wistful vocals of Hatsune Miku and Kaai Yuki, gripping the listener’s heart.

Give it a listen on a night when you want deep immersion and lingering afterglow!