Lovely Vocaloid

[From Classics to the Latest] A Special Feature on Vocaloid Masterpieces and Legendary Tracks!

A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerWakachan Araki
I’ve worked in a variety of roles—regardless of pro or amateur settings—including live event PA, cameraman for video and photography, restaurant staff, and logistics center staff. I now spend my days as a part-time writer. I’ve contributed to music and manga websites with feature/review articles, and wrote the liner notes included as a bonus for 1st PLACE Inc.’s “IA SUPER BEST.” As for my music background, I started playing guitar in junior high and focused on band activities during my school years. For over 15 years since then, up to the present, I’ve continued releasing original tracks as a Vocaloid producer. My areas of expertise are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.

Vocaloid songs that are popular with younger generations and big hits at karaoke!

In this article, we’ll introduce famous “god-tier” tracks for anyone thinking, “I want to get into Vocaloid, but I don’t know where to start!”

The Vocaloid scene kicked off around 2007, and since then countless masterpieces have continued to emerge up to today.

So we’ve picked out a whole lot of standout songs!

We’re also updating this article regularly so more people can discover the world of Vocaloid.

Even if you’ve read it before, be sure to check back again!

[From Classics to the Latest] A Special Feature on Vocaloid Masterpieces and Legendary Tracks! (411–420)

Hacking your hearti-you

Hacking Your Heart / Rimuru

Hacking your heart, i-you

This is a track by ki-you that portrays the desire to forcefully pry open someone’s heart over an electronic soundscape.

The frustrating sense of distance between two people separated by glass, and the impatience of wanting to connect but being unable to, are expressed within a crisp, satisfying sonic texture.

Both the vocals and the tones feel great, and you can’t help but get drawn in.

Why not give it a listen when you want to immerse yourself in a slightly distorted digital love story?

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rearA4。

Ria feat. Kafu / A4. (Official Video)

Rear A4.

A work by Vocaloid producer A4, released in June 2025.

This track is included on the first album.

It conveys the struggle of facing reality and introspective emotions through an unpredictable song structure.

The sound arrangement, which incorporates a variety of musical genres, is breathtaking.

The high-quality animated music video, featuring an angel darting about freely, is also a must-see.

Immerse yourself in the unique sound only he can create.

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Gold LadyAkane Yomitan

Gold Lady / Natsume Itsuki (GOLDLADY / Natsume Itsuki SV)

Gold Lady Yomitan Akane

A striking electropop that feels like your heart is pierced by dazzling light.

It’s a track by Yomitan Akane, a Vocaloid producer who’s also acclaimed as a filmmaker, released in June 2025.

The endlessly soaring vocals of Kasane Teto SV blend with a brilliant soundscape, captivating listeners in an instant.

And in the lyrics, the image of a girl who keeps moving forward, wishing even her heart could turn to gold, evokes a profound thematic depth that fires the imagination.

It’s sure to stir the sensibilities of anyone seeking fresh stimulation.

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Sparkle sparkle sparkleAyase

Kira Kira Kira / Hatsune Miku

Sparkle, sparkle, sparkle, Ayase

A stylish, floaty electronic tune.

Created by Ayase, this piece is included on the compilation album “Ryugu-jo,” released in August 2023.

It has a dreamy finish that conjures up images of a city nightscape, and I’m drawn to the lyrics’ message, which gently stays by your side when that inescapable sense of powerlessness creeps in.

Be sure to add this masterpiece to your playlist.

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Sister Sistersekikomi-gohan (ceremonial red rice dish; also called sekihan)

Sister Sister / Sekikomi Gohan feat. Hatsune Miku [Kotonoha Project]

Sister sister cough rice

An electronica-style track with a solemn atmosphere.

Released in July 2024, this work by Sekikomi Gohan gained attention as a tie-in song for SEGA’s music game “maimai.” Its sound arrangement features orchestral elements, with Hatsune Miku’s translucent vocals matching perfectly.

The lyrics depict a girl confronting a harsh fate, conveying her resolve to choose her own path and her earnest plea for salvation—resonating deeply with listeners.

Highly recommended for those who want to be drawn into a gothic worldview.

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Yamaoka-ya comes out of the tap at my place.Ganbare Masashige

Yamaokaya Comes Out of My Faucet / Kasane Teto SV [Ganbare Masashige]

Yamaoka-ya comes out of the faucet at my place. Ganbare, Masashige!

A track by Ganbare Masashige, released in January 2025.

After its debut, it rapidly became a hit thanks to its addictive quality.

Packed with love for the ramen chain Yamaokaya, its humorous worldbuilding is irresistibly catchy.

The breezy rap by Kasane Teto is also fantastic—you’ll find yourself nodding along.

If you enjoyed this piece, be sure to dig into the Vocaloid hip-hop scene!

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Lindenbaumwotaku, dopamine, front line

Lindenbaum / wotaku, Dopamine, zensen feat. Chifuyu Hanakuma

Lindenbaumwotaku, dopamine, frontline

A collaborative work by three talented Vocaloid producers—wotaku, Dopamine, and zensen—released in June 2025.

Centered on zensen’s signature electro swing, wotaku’s woven melodies and Dopamine’s masterful arrangement intertwine exquisitely, resulting in an incredibly stylish sound.

Hanakuma Chifuyu’s transparent, airy vocals suit the atmosphere perfectly—absolutely irresistible.

The dark fantasy world of the lyrics is another key attraction.

If you want the audio, be sure to check out the compilation album “Candy Butler”!

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