There are certain songs that send a chill down your spine during the Spooky Season, but only in the BEST way possible. These five songs are sure to get you dancing like no one’s watching, even if it feels like someone is watching you…
5. “Monster Mash” by Bobby “Boris” Pickett and The Crypt-Kickers
This 1960s hit proved to be a toe-tapper. This easy-listening tune will make you want to snap your fingers, do the Mashed Potato (if you even know what that dance move looks like), or even sing in your best “monster” voice.
4. “Calling All the Monsters” by China Anne McClain
If you watched Disney Channel in the early 2010s, you know this song. This kid-friendly club banger was LEGENDARY when it came out and it still holds up today. Thank you, China Anne McClain, for making Monstober on Disney Channel something to look forward to.
3. “Disturbia” by Rihanna
This headbanger is such a bop; prove me wrong. Rihanna’s creepy tone, the catchy melody, and the accompanying music video are too good to ignore. Plus, it’s a motivating song to work out to. Seriously, listen to this while doing that one workout you hate. You’ll surprise yourself with your physical capabilities.
2. “Ghostbusters” by Ray Parker Jr.
Who you gon’ call? I would call my mother, personally, but everyone knows that famous line to this famous theme song for the 1980s film franchise hit, Ghostbusters. Also, the Just Dance routine to this song is SO much fun to do with your friends, or even strangers.
1. “Thriller” by Michael Jackson
Is anyone surprised by this? This song made Halloween. The jubliant instrumentals, the iconic vocalisms, the music video, oh my. All I can say is…it was a cultural reset.
Well, here’s how to get started with your Halloween playlist. There are plenty of spooky time bangers that were not mentioned in this list, so feel free to do your own exploring on Spotify, YouTube, Apple Music, or whatever you cool cats, ghouls, and goblins use to stream music!