[From Kids to Adults] Dance Songs You’ll Want to Groove to at a Halloween Party

UNDEADYOASOBI

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An energetic track woven from the driving rush of EDM and Ikura’s shape-shifting vocals.

Released in July 2024 as the theme song for the anime “Monogatari Series: Off & Monster Season,” its lyrics strikingly emphasize the importance of living powerfully in the present, unbound by past or future, insisting that constant change is proof of being alive.

The up-tempo dance beat brims with vitality that makes your body move naturally—perfect for amping up a Halloween party.

Its bright, irresistibly danceable sound makes it a great pick for events everyone can enjoy together.

Are you a zombie too? You’re a zombie, huh.CANDY TUNE

[Dance Practice] CANDY TUNE “Are You a Zombie Too? Yes, You’re a Zombie”

CANDY TUNE’s first Halloween song, released in October 2024, is a playful dance number that cutely reimagines the horror motif of zombies.

Written, composed, and arranged by Satsuki ga Tenkomori, the electro-pop track is sprinkled with sound effects and call-and-response shouts, resulting in a fun, festival-like vibe rather than something scary.

It was also selected as the opening theme for TV Asahi’s “music-ru TV” for November 2024.

The campaign leveraged an advance release on TikTok with a participatory promotion, designed to make it easy to combine Halloween costumes with dance.

It’s a perfect pick for parties that want to hype things up with comical zombie makeup, and for settings where kids and adults can dance together.

Happy HalloweenJunky

[MMD] Happy Halloween Soura-style Kagamine Rin [PV]

This Halloween number, produced by Vocaloid producer Junky and sung by Kagamine Rin, has garnered renewed attention since its 2014 release, with over 100 cover versions and a boost from its use in a TikTok commercial.

Written specifically for FamilyMart’s “Trick or Miku” campaign, the song pops with a playful take on a trick-or-treat world, carried by a comfortably thumping four-on-the-floor dance beat.

Its not-too-fast tempo makes it easy to dance to, and the lyrics—sprinkled with familiar motifs like sweets and lanterns—are wonderfully approachable.

Put it on at a party and it’s sure to get everyone from kids to adults swaying together.

In 2024, a 10th-anniversary remix album titled “Happy Halloween REMIX !” was also released, cementing its status as a long-beloved track.

OtonokeCreepy Nuts

[Danced in Ayase Momo cosplay] Otonoke / Creepy Nuts [Dandadan OP anime dance] [Kanki Anna] #Shorts

This is a track written by the hip-hop duo of DJ Matsunaga and R-Shitei for the TV anime Dandadan.

Released in October 2024, it reached No.

1 on the Billboard Japan Hot 100.

The title is a coined word that blends music and the supernatural, and the lyrics are packed with occult elements.

Famous apparitions like Sadako and Kayako make appearances, making it a perfect fit for Halloween’s eerie vibe.

It features a fast-paced beat and an emotive hook, resulting in a groove that makes your body move before you know it.

It’s a great pick when you want to hype up a party or enjoy a slightly mysterious atmosphere.

HabitSEKAI NO OWARI

SEKAI NO OWARI「Habit」

This track by SEKAI NO OWARI features an addictive, mysterious melody that leaves a strong impression.

Released in June 2022 as the theme song for the film “Holics xxxHOLiC,” it won the Grand Prix at the 64th Japan Record Awards.

In the music video, the members play teachers in a school setting and perform a distinctive dance, whose unique choreography became a major topic on social media.

The lyrics sound the alarm about people’s unconscious tendency to categorize themselves and others, conveying the importance of breaking fixed ideas.

The dance is easy to learn and has choreography that both kids and adults can enjoy together—perfect for getting everyone excited at a Halloween party!

HAPPY HAPPYTwice

TWICE「HAPPY HAPPY」Music Video

The title track included on TWICE’s fourth Japanese single is a poppy dance number packed with the cheerfulness and brightness of summer.

It was released digitally ahead of the physical version in June 2019 and was also featured in a commercial celebrating the 20th anniversary of the beverage “Qoo (Cola).” The handclap beat and repeated chorus feel pleasant, and the colorful, light sound creates an atmosphere that makes both kids and adults want to move naturally.

The music video, filmed in Hawaii, leaves a strong impression with its natural direction that lets you see their true selves, and it prioritizes a fun vibe over choreography, making it easy to enjoy even if you’re not confident in dancing.

For parties, we recommend incorporating colorful outfits and accessories like TWICE and dancing in your own style!

monsterYOASOBI

Easy Dance Choreography for Everyone from Elementary School Kids to Moms! YOASOBI 'Monster'

A song by YOASOBI released in January 2021 as the opening theme for the second season of the TV anime BEASTARS.

Its driving beat and dark worldview match the Halloween vibe.

The song depicts the inner conflict that wavers between instinct and reason.

The desire to become stronger to protect a loved one, and the question of what it means to be one’s true self, are expressed through powerful vocals.

It peaked at No.

2 on the Billboard Japan Hot 100 and was selected as one of TIME magazine’s Top 10 Songs of 2021.

With its dramatic development and profound message, this track is recommended for those who want to face themselves through music or draw courage from it.