[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.
Be sure to read to the end!
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[Refreshing] Big Feature on Vocaloid Summer Songs [Nostalgia] (11–20)
Rain of Time, The Final WarOrangestar
This is the 20th work by Orangestar, known for depicting a distinctive summer-themed worldview.
The two-step key change in the final chorus is surely the song’s biggest highlight.
Along with its thought-provoking lyrics, it really hits home.
You’ll find yourself listening to it over and over again.
Calc.Jimii Samu P
This is a song by the Vocaloid producer JimmyThumb-P, known for representative tracks like “from Y to Y.” It was released in 2010.
The heartbreaking lyrics evoke memories of a summer romance that ended in passing, bringing tears to your eyes.
It carries a sense of nostalgia that makes you want to listen to it around the end of summer.
That summer reaches saturation.Kanzaki Iori
This is a summer Vocaloid song that opens with a shocking line.
It was released in 2018 by Kanzaki Iori, a Vocaloid producer known for highly literary works such as “Hated by Life Itself.” While the bouncy piano rhythm and sparkling timbres are striking, the overall atmosphere is undeniably heavy.
That’s likely due to the story woven into the lyrics.
Please listen for yourself to discover the hopelessly pure yet distorted relationship between “me” and “you,” and the tragic tale it tells.
Shukauul
“Shuka” is a song by Vocaloid producer uul, released in July 2021.
Its emotional guitar riffs and languid rock sound are deeply stirring.
The poetic lyrics vividly capture fleeting summer memories and leave a strong impression.
The whispery vocals of Iroha Nekomura pair beautifully with the music and words.
If you like reverb-drenched rock, this is a must-listen—you’ll probably get hooked!
Islayn-buna
A fast-paced four-on-the-floor guitar rock track.
This song is by n-buna, who is also active as the composer for the rock band Yorushika.
It was released in 2015 on Niconico and YouTube.
Its refreshing atmosphere evokes a summer sky after the rain.
Summer-colored AnswerOrangestar
An up-tempo track included on Orangestar’s album of summer songs, “Seriously, This Is Why I Hate Summer…”.
Perhaps because of the summer heat, the protagonist finds themself recalling someone dear who once stood by their side and ends up searching for their figure.
It’s a song that tightens painfully in the depths of your chest.
[Refreshing] A Big Feature on Vocaloid Summer Songs [Nostalgia] (21–30)
SynchronizerOrangestar
This song opens with a deeply reverberant piano sound.
It’s a work by Orangestar, known for releasing numerous summer-themed Vocaloid songs, and it was published in 2016.
The track, its melody, and the vocals brim with a refreshing clarity—listening to it feels like a cool breeze is blowing through your mind.
The bittersweet lyrics capture a page of youthful summer days.
It’s a breezy number that will resonate with listeners of any generation.
It feels great to listen to on a sunny day while taking a walk.