Mouli Kukreja and Emma Issagholian

As we approach the end of October, it can only mean one thing: Halloween is upon us. From talking with friends about trick-or-treating to finding the perfect costume, celebrating this famous holiday would not be complete without setting the mood with some music. Although some may not have any plans for Halloween night or choose not to celebrate it, there’s no need to worry or feel left out because we have created a list of the top 10 Halloween songs to get you all into the Halloween spirit. Get ready to jam out in your best orange and black outfit.

10. “Friends on the Other Side” by Keith David

“Friends on the Other Side” by Keith David has a haunting and mysterious vibe that makes it a perfect fit for Halloween! The song is from the Disney movie “The Princess and the Frog” and is performed by the character Dr. Facilier (voiced by Keith David), who is a charismatic and sinister voodoo witch doctor. The lyrics and melody create an eerie atmosphere that adds to the Halloween theme. Plus, Keith David’s powerful and captivating voice brings the character to life and gives the song an extra touch of spookiness. It’s definitely a great choice for getting into the Halloween spirit! 

9. “I Put A Spell On You” by Screamin’ Jay Hawkins

“I Put A Spell On You” by Screamin’ Jay Hawkins is an essential song to put on your Halloween playlist because its ominous tone and lyrics, along with Hawkins’ wonderful vocal delivery truly captures you into the Halloween spirit. Furthermore, the lyrics express classic Halloween topics, such as the supernatural and other mystical themes. This song provides more than just a good Halloween beat, however. It also remains a big part of pop culture, as it is portrayed in many movies and tv shows, such as the iconic film “Hocus Pocus.” Plus, the song’s unique rhythm and musical style has helped maintain its popularity and relevance. No matter how many times we listen to Hawkins’ wonderful song, we are always put under his spell.

8. “The Trick or Treat Halloween Song” by Turtle Interactive

“The Trick or Treat Halloween Song” by Turtle Interactive is Halloween-themed because it captures the excitement and tradition of trick-or-treating during Halloween. The lyrics talk about going door to door, wearing costumes, and collecting candy. It’s a fun and festive song that adds to the Halloween spirit and gets you in the mood for some spooky fun! The lyrics are playful and the melody is upbeat, making it enjoyable to listen to. It’s a great song to get you in the Halloween spirit and add some festive vibes to your celebrations.

7. “Calling All the Monsters” by China Anne McClain

“Calling All the Monsters” by China Anne McClain is Halloween-themed because it embraces the spooky and mysterious atmosphere of Halloween. The lyrics and music have an almost bone-chilling vibe that perfectly captures the spirit of the holiday. It’s a great song to get you in the mood for Halloween festivities! Furthermore, it’s catchy and upbeat sound just makes you want to dance and sing along all night long. Plus, China Anne McClain’s vocals are amazing! It’s just an overall great song to enjoy during the Halloween season and a really nice throwback to the show “A.N.T. Farm.”

6. “Disturbia” by Rihanna

“Disturbia” by Rihanna is already a very well known song by one of the most famous artists in the music industry. However, after all these years we have come to find that the song is not only great for its very catchy rhythm, but it is also perfect to listen to whilst decorating your space for Halloween. Throughout the song, Rihanna uses lyrics such as “it’s a thief in the night to come and grab you,” “what’s wrong with me,” and “why do I feel like this.” These haunting and mysterious words create a sort-of nightmarish mood that really gets you thinking about them.

5. “The Skeleton Shake” by Danny Go

“The Skeleton Shake” by Danny Go is another great way to get into the spooky vibes of Halloween because it brings out all the fun and exciting vibes of creepy skeletons! It’s a catchy and energetic tune that is sure to get you in the Halloween spirit! It is also perfect for dancing and having a great time during this season.

4. “Somebody’s Watching Me” by Rockwell

“Somebody’s Watching Me” by Rockwell is another great Halloween-themed song to put on your playlist. Not only do the lyrics highlight the feeling or mood of paranoia and being watched, but Michael Jackson’s background vocals adds a sinister and suspenseful tone that is evocative of his song “Thriller.” Rockwell’s music video for this song further supports this mood by featuring different horror movie references. For example, it includes famous director and screenwriter Alfred Hitchcock and the main character of the movie “Psycho,” the masked killer. Despite “Somebody’s Watching Me” being a popular song from the 80’s, it still holds a strong connection to Halloween that many people enjoy listening to, to this day.

3. “Thriller” by Michael Jackson

“Thriller” by Michael Jackson has a Halloween theme because the song and its music video were inspired by horror movies. The lyrics and the spooky sound effects create a thrilling and eerie atmosphere that fits perfectly with the Halloween season. Plus, the music video features MJ transforming into a werewolf and dancing with zombies, which adds to the Halloween vibe. It’s a great song to enjoy during the Halloween festivities! Not only is “Thriller” an iconic song and music video that has had a huge impact on pop culture, but it is also very catchy, has amazing dance moves, and a thrilling storyline. The song’s infectious beat and memorable lyrics make it a timeless classic that still gets people dancing and singing along.

2. The “Spooky Scary Skeletons” Song

The “Spooky Scary Skeletons” Song has a Halloween theme because it’s catchy and adds to the spooky atmosphere! Spooky scary skeletons can actually be pretty fun and exciting! It adds a thrilling and festive atmosphere to events like Halloween or costume parties. Plus, it can spark one’s creativity and imagination when it comes to decorations and costumes. Embracing the spooky side can be a great way to enjoy the thrill and excitement of the season, especially when talking about zombies and skeletons.

1. ”This is Halloween” from The Nightmare Before Christmas

”This is Halloween” is a really great way to get into the Halloween spirit because it comes from producer Tim Burton’s famous movie Nightmare Before Christmas, which is a spooky story about Jack Skellington. Jack Skellington just so happens to be the king of Halloweentown who is trying to put a twist on the typical way Halloween is celebrated. In this song, Danny Elfman (the artist) sings about ghosts and haunted pumpkins, which not only serves up for a good story and catchy song, but also for painting a picture on what a traditional Halloween is.