[2025] Recommended for Halloween Parties! A Special Feature on Western Halloween Songs

Scary Monsters (And Super Creeps)David Bowie

David Bowie- Scary Monsters (And super creeps)

This is the title track from David Bowie’s 1980 album Scary Monsters, a pioneering figure of glam rock! From the title, “Scary Monsters,” you can tell it’s a song that would fit well with Halloween.

Bark at the MoonOzzy Osbourne

Ozzy Osbourne – Bark At The Moon (Subtitulado Inglés/Español)

This is the self-titled song from Ozzy Osbourne’s third album, known in Japan as “Moon Howl.” Its striking guitar riff and melody really showcase Ozzy Osbourne’s signature style.

That final, howling section alone gives me Halloween vibes!

Talking in Your SleepThe Romantics

The Romantics – Talking in Your Sleep

This exhilarating new wave track is perfect for adding color to Halloween night.

Known as one of The Romantics’ signature songs, it’s a sweet love song about the true feelings hidden in a lover’s sleep-talking.

The way the singer listens to words spoken in slumber matches the mysterious atmosphere of Halloween night.

Released in February 1983, it became a huge hit, reaching No.

3 on the U.

S.

Billboard chart.

Its dance-floor-ready rhythm and catchy melody are sure to elevate the vibe of any Halloween party.

Highly recommended if you’re looking for a song that makes you want to dance with your costumed sweetheart.

Mind Playing Tricks On MeGeto Boys

Geto Boys – My Mind Playing Tricks On Me

It’s a classic masterpiece that sings about intense paranoia and hallucinations.

It was released by the Geto Boys in 1991.

It samples Isaac Hayes’s 1974 track “Hung Up On My Baby.” It reached No.

1 on the U.

S.

charts.

VampireBlutengel

Blutengel – Vampire (Official Music Video)

Blutengel is an electric music group from Germany.

They specialize in gothic songs, and themes like “blood,” “death,” “immortality,” “vampires,” and “love” appear in most of their tracks.

Their sound is perfectly suited for Halloween.

Among their works, the one I especially recommend is Vampire.

As the title suggests, it’s themed around vampires, and its distinctive melody evokes the 1980s—reminiscent of Dead or Alive.

The MonsterEminem Ft. Rihanna

Eminem ft. Rihanna – The Monster (Explicit) [Official Video]

It’s a song about inner demons.

It’s a collaboration between American rapper Eminem and singer Rihanna.

Released in 2013, it won a Grammy Award.

Frequency, a New York–born DJ and producer, was involved in its production.

Addams GrooveM.C. Hammer

Addams Groove

One of the quintessential Halloween songs is “Addams Groove.” It was written specifically for the film The Addams Family and created by the legendary rapper MC Hammer.

While he usually produces stylish, cool tracks, this one is a pop song that kids can enjoy, too.

By the way, the music video features MC Hammer dancing at the Addams Family mansion.

Be sure to enjoy it together with the movie!