“Facade Question” Songwriter Explains Pokémon x Hatsune Miku Collab Themes

In a recent interview, Facade Question producer 32ki and music video creator Yomitan Akane discussed the themes behind the Hatsune Miku and Kasane Teto Pokémon collaboration for Project Voltage High↑. Released on April 1, 2025, the song focuses on deception not as something purely negative, but as a way to preserve relationships and express hidden truths. Pokémon like Zoroark, Mimikyu, and Sudowoodo feature prominently, symbolizing characters who lie or disguise themselves to connect with others.

32ki emphasized that while fiction often promotes being your “true self,” sometimes presenting a softer or altered version of yourself can be necessary. The song also stands apart from his darker works by using upbeat tones and subtle rhythmic shifts to create a brighter, more playful sound. Facade Question is part of the ongoing Project Voltage collaboration between Vocaloid and Pokémon, which began in 2023.

Here’s the song so you can listen to it: