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

A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerAraki Jakkan
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 Newest] A Special Feature on Vocaloid Masterpieces and God-Tier Songs! (421–430)

tsuzumigusaiyowa

Tsuzumigusa / Iyowa feat. Hatsune Miku (Dandelion / Iyowa feat. Hatsune Miku)

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Sanrio’s character project “Maimai Maigoen.” “Tsuzumigusa” is themed around one of its characters, the Lion.

It portrays the Lion’s determination to protect someone precious to him, as well as the inner conflict that arises from it.

If you know the story of the work, you’ll be able to relate even more.

By the way, the title “Tsuzumigusa” is another name for the dandelion.

Keeping that in mind as you listen might lead to all kinds of discoveries.

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Notoriousteniwoha

Notorious / Teniwoha feat. KAFU

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This is a song related to “Maimai Maigoen,” a mixed-media project spanning games, manga, and more.

Composed by the Vocaloid producer Teniwoha—also known for the massive hit “Villain”—it was released in March 2023.

The track was created with Aki, a character from “Maimai Maigoen,” as its theme.

She often acts with an artistic flair, but… I can’t say too much.

If you know the story, just reading the lyrics might hit you hard.

It’s a chilling Vocaloid track that draws you in with its stylish yet sickly, deranged atmosphere.

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All things are in fluxnuyuri

Nuyuri – Transmigration of All Things / flower: Panta Rhei

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Nuyuri is active as a Vocaloid producer and singer-songwriter.

One of his works that instantly went viral is “Banbutsu Ruten.” The title expresses a philosophical concept that, put simply, means “nothing remains in the same state.” In the song, the protagonist, who is on the verge of being crushed by painful experiences, is portrayed as trying to move forward.

In other words, it may suggest that sad feelings, too, cannot remain the same forever.

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Electric AngelYasuo P

Electric Angel (feat. Hatsune Miku)

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Combining a driving rhythm with a wistful melodic line, this is Yasuo-P’s “Electric Angel.” Hatsune Miku’s voice library was released on August 31, 2007, and the short version of this song was uploaded on October 1, 2007.

Although it’s no longer available to listen to now, another version had been released even before that—meaning this is one of the works that truly helped shape the very beginning of the Vocaloid scene.

Listening to it not only brings back the excitement around Vocaloid but also evokes the broader internet boom centered on Nico Nico Douga.

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Odo Roboumicha

Odo Robo / Kotonoha Sisters with Zundamon

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The winner of the Rookie division at VocaColle Summer 2023 was Kaicha’s “Odo Robo.” It’s a track with an appealing festival-like vibe in both its melody and lyrics, comically depicting robots enjoying a dance.

The interspersed humorous lines highlight the charm of the characters as well.

Another highlight is the abundance of homages to past popular songs.

The more of a Vocaloid fan you are, the more it’ll make you grin.

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