[Easy Halloween Vibes] Perfect BGM and Theme Songs for a Halloween Party
Halloween has become a staple event in Japan, especially among young people.
Many of you are probably taking part in Halloween events at theme parks.
Others may be celebrating it as a school activity or throwing parties with friends and family! In this article, we’ll introduce the perfect BGM to help you easily get into the Halloween spirit.
We’ve gathered songs with Halloween-themed titles and lyrics, as well as theme music from movies and musicals—tracks that will make your Halloween even more enjoyable.
Be sure to check out these tunes to amp up your fun time!
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[Quick Halloween Vibes] Perfect BGM and Theme Songs for a Halloween Party (41–50)
One Night HalloweenKnight A – kishi A –
I’m captivated by its fantastical, enchanting melody.
This work by Knight A – Kishi A – was released in October 2023.
The lyrics, set on a single Halloween night, strikingly depict a dangerous and fleeting romance.
The sweet imagery—like being wrapped in a bat’s wings—invites listeners into a magical world.
In the music video, you can also enjoy the alternating appearances of the members in life-sized costumes and their chibi versions.
It’s perfect as BGM for a Halloween party, yet it’s a song you’ll want to listen to year-round.
[Easy Halloween Vibes] Perfect BGM and Theme Songs for a Halloween Party (51–60)
Trick or TreatMAN WITH A MISSION
Right after their debut, they first drew attention for their striking looks, but now their musicality itself is recognized worldwide—the five-piece rock band MAN WITH A MISSION.
This is the title track from their second mini-album, “Trick or Treat e.p.” Its breezy shuffle beat really lifts the energy.
From the melody to the guitar solo, the arrangement puts a thorough pop sensibility front and center, making it perfect BGM to hype up a Halloween party.
It’s a modern party song you can enjoy even while dressing up as wolves like the band.
Chiki Chiki Bang BangQUEENDOM
QUEENDOM’s Chikichiki Banban, released in May 2022, became a hot topic for its catchy melody and addictive lyrics.
Chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Ya Boy Kongming!, it’s racked up over 300 million total views on social media.
It’s the perfect track for anyone who wants to step away from the everyday and feel more positive.
Enjoy this danceable tune that fits perfectly with the Halloween vibe!
GhostbustersRay Parker Jr.
When you hear “obake” or “ghost,” many of you probably think of this song first.
It’s the theme song for the sci-fi comedy film Ghostbusters, which, like the title suggests, is about busting ghosts.
Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Original Song and hugely famous in Japan, this track’s playful, comedy-like melody is guaranteed to hype up any Halloween party! Dressing up as Ghostbusters together is also highly recommended.
And don’t forget the iconic shout of the title in the song—if you all join in for that part, even when it’s just playing in the background, it’ll definitely pump up the mood even more!
Carnival of Flames and ForestsSEKAI NO OWARI
This is the eighth single by SEKAI NO OWARI, a four-member co-ed band, chosen as the CM song for NTT Plala’s “Hikari TV.” Created with the band’s theme “TOKYO FANTASY” in mind, the track packs in phrases that evoke a sense of fantasy, even though the lyrics are non-fiction.
Its expansive, dreamy sound and carnival-inspired arrangement—true to the title—add even more brightness to a fun Halloween party.
It’s a pop tune with a one-of-a-kind ensemble that only they could pull off, guaranteed to lift the mood and get everyone singing along.
Lingering Halloween vibesTHE ORAL CIGARETTES
A must-listen track for Halloween day.
The lyrics, about kids on Halloween and the monsters targeting them, feel incredibly vivid when you listen on the day.
It’s a fast-paced rock sound, so even the ominous lyrics go down smoothly! The high-pitched vocals fit the eerie Halloween vibe perfectly, so be sure to pay attention to that, too.
INSIDE OF ME feat. Chris MotionlessVAMPS
INSIDE OF ME is the 11th single by VAMPS, the unit formed by L’Arc–en–Ciel vocalist hyde and Oblivion Dust guitarist K.A.Z.
The track features Chris Motionless from the American metalcore band Motionless in White as a guest.
With lyrics that sing, “You can’t escape the monster inside yourself,” it’s perfect for Halloween—highly recommended as background music for your Halloween party!
