[Played in the Parks] A Special Feature on Iconic and Popular Songs from Disney Halloween
Disney music is full of classics, and this time we’re spotlighting pieces perfect for Halloween! Here are songs that will get you in the mood for the season and liven up your events, parties, and dance floors.
We’ve gathered Halloween-ready music from Disney Resort parades and shows, as well as theme and insert songs from films like The Nightmare Before Christmas and The Haunted Mansion.
If you want to make your Halloween the most fun ever with your favorite Disney songs, don’t miss this!
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[Played in the Parks] Disney Halloween Hit Songs and Fan Favorites (21–30)
Like an unceasing rhythmAlan Menken
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.
Door to FreedomAlan Menken
This song, in which Rapunzel sings of her longing for the outside world in Disney’s 2010 film Tangled, was composed by Alan Menken.
It’s featured in the park as well, including in the Tokyo Disneyland show Dreaming Up!, and has also been performed in Disney on Classic.
Resonating with anyone who yearns for dreams and freedom, it’s a perfect track for a lively Halloween party where you enjoy dressing up with friends.
[Played in the Parks] Disney Halloween Hit Songs & Fan Favorites (31–40)
Be PreparedChiwetel Ejiofor
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!
This Is The Thanks I Get?!Chris Pine
In Disney’s feature-length animated film Wish, this is the villain song that portrays King Magnifico’s state of mind.
Set to a catchy melody, the lyrics blend his anger at not being appreciated despite all he’s done for his people with his craving for self-aggrandizement.
The complex expression of emotions—where a ruler’s narcissism coexists with a victim mentality—is particularly compelling.
It’s a perfect pick for anyone dressing up as a villain who wants to savor Halloween’s eeriness from the perspective of evil itself.
Friends on the Other SideKeith David
The villain song sung in the scene where Dr.
Facilier, the antagonist from Disney’s The Princess and the Frog, tempts the protagonists with his magical powers.
Its allure lies in a mysterious, dramatic sound rooted in jazz, blues, and the indigenous music of New Orleans.
The rich low tones of the vocal brilliantly convey the villain’s slyness and seductive charm.
Released in November 2009, it was included on the soundtrack album The Princess and the Frog (Original Songs and Score) alongside the film.
Balancing eeriness and splendor, this track is a great recommendation as background music to whisk guests into an extraordinary world at a Halloween party!
Jack’s LamentDanny Elfman
The film The Nightmare Before Christmas offers a unique world that blends fantasy and horror.
The song here, Jack’s Lament, is sung by the movie’s protagonist, Jack Skellington.
It portrays his weariness with celebrating Halloween year after year, capturing the loneliness and solitude of the king who enlivens Halloween Town.
Set to a somewhat wistful melody, the track resonates with his emotional vocals.
It’s a work where you can enjoy Halloween-themed characters and storytelling, so be sure to check it out.
Main Titles(Hocus Pocus)John Debney
The film Hocus Pocus begins with the resurrection of three witch sisters on Halloween night.
“Main Titles (Hocus Pocus)” is a piece composed as the movie’s main theme.
Its grand, expansive sound perfectly matches the story of battles between the witches and children.
Featuring Halloween staples like witches and zombies, it’s also perfect for those who want to try glamorous costumes! Use this track, which heralds the start of a fun party, to elevate your Halloween.