[Refreshing] A Special Feature on Vocaloid Summer Songs [Nostalgia]
Blue skies, towering summer clouds, the chirping of cicadas… What images come to mind when you think of summer? A fresh, youthful vibe, or a season that brings back nostalgic memories? Each of you probably has your own unique idea of “summer.” In this article, we’re featuring a special roundup of Vocaloid summer songs! We’ve gathered plenty—from feel-good tracks to bittersweet ones, and even a few with a touch of horror.
You’re sure to find a song that matches your image of summer.
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Purple sunflowerKashii Moimi
This song is memorable for its heartrending melody that brings tears to your eyes and lyrics that evoke the pain of heartbreak and parting.
“Purple Sunflower” was released on July 23, 2023.
Built on a piano- and strings-centered electronic sound, Harui’s delicate vocals intertwine to resonate deeply in the listener’s heart.
The melody line—infused with R&B and hip-hop—is also distinctive.
Give it a listen on nights when you can’t recover from the shock of a breakup, or when you want to sink into a nostalgic mood—you’re sure to relate.
The end of summer when I looked up at tomorrowHirohinata
A slightly unusual collaboration song that came about by adding music to an illustration I stumbled upon on the art site pixiv! A chorus you’ll want to keep listening to.
It feels like it casts a summer spell on people’s hearts.
It’s more than enough to make you want to experience this kind of youth yourself.
It falls like a diseased leaf in summer.enbataishi
A summer song by Sona Handaishi, released on August 5, 2023.
Set to an electronic sound, it vividly depicts the fading scenes of summer with themes of transience and sentiment at summer’s end.
The lyrics, which unfold like a soliloquy starting from a gray, sunken state of mind, leave a strong impression.
Touching its deep emotions and poetic elements naturally tightens the heart.
A related short story has been posted on Sona Handaishi’s Note as “supplementary material,” so be sure to check that out as well.
melon sodayūkisan
A track released under Yoh Kamiyama’s alias “Yukisan” celebrating a decade-long journey.
Released in October 2025, this bittersweet pop tune is themed around lingering summer afterimages and sparkling carbonation.
Transparent layers of synth intertwine with band instrumentation to create a breezy atmosphere.
The lyrics contrast the bursting euphoria of melon-soda bubbles with the ephemerality of their eventual fade.
Capturing moments of shared laughter amid passing seasons, its worldview is sure to resonate with anyone who wants to cherish the irreplaceable present.
Evening FireworksJunky
This is a work by Junky—well known for “Twinkle” and “Melancholic”—with a strong emphasis on bittersweet emotion.
When asked, “What does summer mean to you?” many people might picture the grand fireworks of a summer festival.
It’s perfect for those who love the scenario of watching fireworks next to the one they long for.
Analog Romancedaraku
“Analog Romance” is a song that weaves a melody filled with nostalgia and bittersweet emotion, carried by Hatsune Miku’s translucent vocals.
Composed by daraku, it was released on June 24, 2023.
Centered on themes of bygone love and summer scenery, it vividly brings past memories back to life.
Its gentle, melancholic sound is truly moving.
It’s a track we hope teens and people in their twenties grappling with love, as well as those who’ve experienced heartbreak, will listen to.
It will help you face the past and start looking forward.
Mellow of Summermeru
When I listen to this song, I can’t help but feel sentimental.
The title word, “Mellow,” means ripened.
I think of myself, long since ripened, and the memories of that summer day.
It’s truly a Vocaloid masterpiece that inevitably stirs the heart.