[Played in the Parks] A Special Feature on Iconic and Popular Songs from Disney Halloween

Happy Halloween Harvest

Happy Halloween Harvest (Edited Version)

This is a popular parade song from Tokyo Disneyland that blends an autumn harvest festival with Halloween.

First performed in 2013, it brightened the park’s fall events for several years.

Set to a bright, poppy melody, the lyrics depict Disney characters enjoying a party together with friendly ghosts.

From the lines that herald the start of a mysterious and fun Halloween, you can feel the anticipation for a magical, one-night-only experience.

Capturing the pageantry of the parade through music, this track is perfect as BGM for a Halloween party—highly recommended for anyone who wants to dress up and get excited.

Re Villains!

Disney’s Halloween Parade “Re Villains!” (Edited Version)

The Disney Villains take over Halloween! This is the parade music from Tokyo Disneyland in 2009 that tells just such a story.

Its distinctive sound blends orchestral elements with electronic tones.

You’ll enjoy the Villains’ imposing vocals and the dark, mysterious atmosphere.

Beloved by fans even after the parade ended—and released on YCD and via digital distribution—this piece is perfect as Halloween party background music! It’s great for getting hyped with friends in costume, and also wonderful for immersing yourself in the Villains’ world on your own.

The Headless HorsemanNEW!

The Headless Horseman by Bing Crosby (1949) – Vintage Halloween

This song, known as an insert number from Disney’s “The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr.

Toad,” is themed around the legend of the Headless Horseman.

In the 1949 release, it captures both the speed and eeriness of the terrifying horseman who appears on Halloween night.

The rhythm evokes the clatter of hooves and the rush of wind, while the melody carries a touch of comic charm—an exquisite combination.

At Disney parks, it’s beloved as background music during the Halloween season, heightening the atmosphere where spookiness and fun coexist.

It invites guests into a world that’s a little scary but delightfully entertaining!

Be PreparedNEW!Chiwetel Ejiofor

Chiwetel Ejiofor – Be Prepared (2019) (From “The Lion King”/Audio Only)

This song, in which the villain Scar lays out his ambitions, is a number from the 2019 live-action film The Lion King.

It’s sung as if addressing the hyena army.

Reworked from the musical style of the original into a structure that emphasizes spoken passages, it features a weighty orchestral score by Hans Zimmer that paints a portrait of dark ambition.

The sinister atmosphere, suffused with scheming and menace, makes it perfect as BGM for a Halloween party—its air of mystery and tension is sure to elevate your event!

Arabian NightsAlan Menken

Aladdin – Arabian Nights [Japanese]

The song sung at the beginning of Disney’s Aladdin.

Just hearing its exotic, mysterious melody draws you right into the world of the story, doesn’t it? Since the original One Thousand and One Nights is said to have been passed down by traveling merchants, this film also begins with a merchant singing.

This clip is the dubbed version, but I recommend comparing it with the English version as well!

Welcome to Spooky VilleNEW!

Disney’s Halloween Street “Welcome to Spookyville” (Edited Version)

This is the theme song for the Halloween parade held at Tokyo Disneyland from 2010 to 2012.

Set in a spooky town called “Spookyville,” the parade featured classic Halloween motifs like ghosts, bats, and skeletons, creating a frightening yet fun atmosphere.

Its upbeat, catchy rhythm and arrangements with brass and strings are especially appealing! Play it at a Halloween party or event, and it’s sure to get everyone pumped up.

Like an unceasing rhythmNEW!Alan Menken

Like an unceasing rhythm (Pocahontas)

This is a song that opens Disney’s Pocahontas, depicting the worldview of the tribe.

It features a mystical sound woven from Native American drum rhythms and choral singing, and it embraces themes such as living in harmony with nature, the cycle of the seasons, and respect for Mother Earth.

Composed by Alan Menken, it was included on the soundtrack for the film released in 1995.

With its grand yet serene atmosphere, this piece is perfect for creating a quiet moment at a Halloween party or for cultivating a mystical ambiance.