By BrainFall Staff - Updated: April 30, 2024
When you’re thinking of holiday songs, Christmas songs probably come to mind first. But you can’t play Christmas songs at your Halloween party, can you? Halloween songs are a must-have for your spooky party. A Halloween classic song must be a catchy song that people remember each year. Whether you like to dress up like Dr. Frank N Furter in the Rocky Horror Picture Show or just prefer to watch scary monsters in movies, how much you love Halloween is shown by your Halloween playlist.
A Halloween song doesn’t have to be a haunting song about black magic or Halloween night. It can just be a song from a horror movie, or even one from a campy Halloween movie. If you want a song with the Halloween spirit or you envision a witchy woman when you’re listening, you need to find the best Halloween songs. If you want to know which song you are, take this quiz to find out.
Halloween songs
Halloween songs are ones that are meant to be played at a Halloween party. A theme song for a horror movie or ones that involve scary stories are the perfect types of songs to add to your Halloween party playlist. You can also get a children's song thrown in there, like "Ghostbusters" by Ray Parker Jr or "I Put a Spell on You" from the Hocus Pocus soundtrack. You want some eerie lyrics in a scary good track for your Halloween bash. Most people immediately think of "Monster Mash" when Halloween songs are mentioned. Others think of certain Michael Jackson songs.
Funny songs also have their place, especially ones like a hip hop track that is sung by Fresh Prince and DJ Jazzy Jeff. Some songs may be considered creepy, but they aren't always Halloween songs. "Psycho Killer" by Talking Heads, "Monster" by Kanye West, Nicki Minaj, Rick Ross, and Jay-Z, and "Heads Will Roll" by Yeah Yeah Yeahs may sound creepy but aren't necessarily Halloween songs. The same goes for songs by Selena Gomez, Fifth Harmony, Jay-Z, Lana del Rey, Taylor Swift, Rick Ross, and Billy Idol. They just may not hit the Halloween vibes that you're looking for. Also, a music video by Lady Gaga is definitely always going to be weird. But it may not be a Halloween song.
Which of the Best Halloween Songs Are You?
Halloween is that magical time of year when we can all embrace our inner ghoul, groove like a witch on a broomstick, and howl at the moon without judgment. It's also the perfect occasion to crank up those spooky anthems and show off our Monster Mash moves. But let's be honest, there's always that one Halloween jam that gets us more hyped than a vampire in a blood bank. So we got to thinking, which Halloween hit is the musical soulmate to our spooky spirits?
If you've ever caught yourself doing the Thriller dance in the kitchen or belting out "I Put a Spell on You" with more gusto than a possessed sorcerer, wonder no more! We're here to summon the answers from the spirit realm—or at least through the magic of quizzes. It's time to determine which Halloween song embodies the essence of your Halloween heart. Will you be a groovy ghoul or a diabolical diva? There's only one way to find out!
So grab your broomsticks, sharpen those fangs, and prepare for a bone-rattling revelation. We're about to embark on a journey through the haunted halls of melody to uncover the Halloween song that's been shadowing your spooky season all along. It's going to be frightfully fun, so don't ghost us now. Let's discover which of the best Halloween songs you are!
The Ultimate Halloween Playlist
Gather 'round, ghoul friends and boogie monsters! It's that spooktacular time of year where we curate our bone-chilling Halloween playlist! We've dusted off the cobwebs and summoned the creme de la creepy of tunes! Whether you're a werewolf belting at the moon or a ghost just looking to bust some moves, we've got you covered.
Now, who can resist the classic "Monster Mash"? It’s a graveyard smash that will get even the most undead of us tapping a toe. And let's not even start on Michael Jackson's "Thriller"; talk about a song with killer moves!
Need something with a bit of ectoplasmic groove? Well, "Ghostbusters" is the jam that'll have you shouting, "I ain't afraid of no ghosts!"
| Scream-Worthy Hits | Artist |
|---|---|
| Monster Mash | Bobby "Boris" Pickett |
| Thriller | Michael Jackson |
| Ghostbusters | Ray Parker Jr. |
| I Put a Spell on You | Screamin' Jay Hawkins |
| Werewolves of London | Warren Zevon |
| Disturbia | Rihanna |
| This Is Halloween | The Citizens of Halloween Town |
| Time Warp | The Rocky Horror Picture Show |
And if you're looking to cast some musical hexes – "I Put a Spell on You" will have your friends howling for more. We dare you not to howl along to "Werewolves of London" while you pretend to claw the moon!
Rihanna's "Disturbia" tickles that shadowy place in our bones, while "This Is Halloween" is the anthem for our Jack-o'-lantern jamboree. For those who want to do the Time Warp again (and again), you know we've included that classic from The Rocky Horror Picture Show.
But let's not forget those spine-tingling tracks that carry a whisper of malice! With a sprinkle of "Superstition" and a dash of "Season of the Witch," our playlist is a cauldron of hits.
Ready yourself for an unearthly groove with "Somebody’s Watching Me" and "Psycho Killer" – we promise they're to die for!
This playlist is no trick, all treat – let the haunting begin! 🎃👻
Halloween Party Anthems
We're diving into the rhythmic graveyard of Halloween jams that are sure to liven up any monster mash you're hosting. These tracks have become timeless anthems for every costume-clad reveler out there. So, sharpen those fangs and prep the pumpkin keg—it's time to rock the crypt!
Pop and Rock Thrills
Let's crank up the volume with pop and rock that'll make every skeleton in the closet dance their bony limbs off. "Ghostbusters" by Ray Parker Jr., is the quintessential call-and-response tune that every ghostly gang can chant to. With electric riffs and catchy hooks, ELO's "Evil Woman" and AC/DC's "Highway to Hell" are just dying to be on your playlist. Want more? The Rolling Stones with their mischievous hit "Sympathy for the Devil" and Warren Zevon's howling good time, "Werewolves of London", won't disappoint. Rock on, creatures of the night!
Hip Hop and Dance Floor Screams
When it's time to moonwalk like a zombie, hip hop and dance mixes take center stage. Feel the eerie beats of OutKast's "Dracula's Wedding" and groove to Rihanna serenading the darkness in "Disturbia". Then, get ready to vibe with DJ Jazzy Jeff and The Fresh Prince's classic, "A Nightmare on My Street". And for a dash of funky seduction, spin Kelis's "Trick Me"—it's a scream!
Soundtrack Chills
Every epic Halloween bash needs a dose of cinematic spookiness. So, let's set the scene with music that teleports us straight into our favorite fright flicks. Danny Elfman's twisty tunes from "The Nightmare Before Christmas" or the haunting themes by Kyle Dixon and Michael Stein's "Stranger Things" are perfect for setting a chilling ambiance. Don't forget the classics like Vic Mizzy's "The Addams Family" theme or the ever-iconic John Carpenter's "Halloween Theme", guaranteed to raise the hair on the back of your neck. Dim the lights and brace yourselves for a soundtrack of horror!
