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

merry bad endMafumafu

Merry Bad End / Mafumafu feat. Hatsune Miku

This is “Merry Bad End,” a work by Mafumafu, a singer-songwriter who has provided songs to numerous artists.

It’s said to depict human psychology within a group, and there may be many who share the same feelings as portrayed here.

Some listeners might even find courage through this song.

Using Hatsune Miku, it vividly captures that dark world.

It conveys such a real sense of a girl’s perspective that it’s hard to believe it was created by a man.

Cursed AgeNEW!to grumble; to complain (colloquial)

[Music Video] Cursed Age / Guchiry feat. Kagamine Rin

A heavy rock number that empathizes with the pain of lingering regrets and indelible memories.

It’s a work by Vocaloid producer Guchiri, known for story-driven pieces.

Originally included on the split EP “Jubaku – EP” released in March 2024, the track was published as a music video in January 2026.

Riding on loud guitar sounds and an aggressive beat, it sings of an inescapable feeling of “curse.” Give it a listen on nights when you want to confront your past more deeply.

Zody's CodeNEW!Jorujin

Zody's Code / Jorjin

It’s a work steeped in an unsettling atmosphere—irresistible for lovers of deep analysis.

Zodee’s Code, produced by Vocaloid creator Jorjin, was released in January 2026.

Made as the third installment of the “Serial Killer Series,” it draws on real unsolved cases and is peppered with ciphers and thrilling gimmicks throughout.

With Fukase’s voice resonating in a cool, detached tone, the lyrics’ manifesto-like criminal message stands out all the more.

If you enjoy mysteries and suspense, you’ll almost certainly get hooked.

My EarlTakeaki Wada

My R – Takeaki Wada (Kurage-P) / R – KurageP

It’s a song whose lyrics tell the story of several girls trying to jump from a rooftop.

Each girl’s own troubles are written into the lyrics, which makes it compelling.

It’s a masterpiece that once again makes you realize there’s a difference between what you feel yourself and what others feel.

Cute Girlfriendsyudou

【Ka Fu】Cute Girlfriend【syudou】

From the very beginning, the song explodes with a dark worldview.

It’s a track by the Vocaloid producer syudou—also known for crafting Ado’s signature hit “Usseewa”—released in 2021.

The lyrics, which depict a twisted, obsessive kind of love in stark contrast to the title, are especially compelling.

I suspect there are people who can’t help but feel this way about someone they like.

The sound arrangement, oscillating between cuteness and eeriness, is so polished it makes you want to say, “That’s syudou for you.”

AngelKairiki Bear

[VOCALOID NARUKA Hime & Mikoto] Sound Demo 2 – Angel (Lyrics/Composition: Kairiki Bear)

It’s suspicious yet cool and totally hype-inducing! A rock number that’s addictively catchy.

Created by the Vocaloid producer Kairiki Bear, known for signature tracks like “Kanzen Chouaku Lolita Complex,” it was released in 2019.

It also served as a demo song for the Vocaloid “VOCALOID5 Library Narumaki Hime & Mikoto,” which came out that year.

The explosive chorus is just irresistible.

Karakuri Pierrot40mP

[Hatsune Miku (40mP)] Karakuri Pierrot [Original]

I’m self-deprecatingly calling myself a “clown” for being led around by the person I like.

It’s one of 40mP’s signature songs—he’s also a composer active in the mainstream—and it was released in 2011.

It’s also included on his second album from the same year, “A Small Me and a Big World.” The stylish sound and bittersweet lyrics are a perfect match.

If you’re new to love, there may be parts you can relate to.