[2026] Perfect for Halloween Parties! A Collection of BGM for Halloween and Horror Movies

GhostbustersWalk the Moon

Ghostbusters Walk The Moon Music Video

This is the theme song for the reboot of Ghostbusters, performed by the rock band Walk the Moon, who made a hit with their song “Shut Up and Dance,” reminiscent of 80s hit tunes.

Its funky arrangement evokes the comical tone of the original 1984 film.

Why not? / Who cares? / It’s all good.ikimonogakari

Ikimono-gakari “Ee Ja Nai Ka” LIVE Ver. (2021/06/11 @ Yokohama Arena)

When it comes to Halloween, the charm is not just the fun but also the hint of spookiness, right? So let me introduce “Ee Ja Nai Ka,” the theme song for the perfect Halloween movie, The Great Yokai War: Guardians.

The film follows a boy played by Kokoro Terada who leads yokai into battle to protect the world.

In the song, a wish for peace is sung over a festival-like rhythm.

It’s a high-energy track, yet it compellingly conveys the eerie atmosphere of yokai—that’s its appeal.

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Ask DNAshiitoberutsu

Ask DNA

The theatrical film of the anime Cowboy Bebop, known for its hard-boiled characters, was released in 2001 as Cowboy Bebop: Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door.

Its theme song, Ask DNA, was composed by music producer and composer Yoko Kanno.

True to Kanno’s style, it’s a track built on Black music influences with a dark, mature vibe.

It fits the anime’s world perfectly, so be sure to watch the movie and give it a listen!

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There’s no such thing as ghosts.doriimingu

There's no such thing as ghosts.

Some people like Halloween but aren’t good with scary things.

For them, I recommend “Obake Nante Nai sa.” It’s a children’s song everyone knows, and it’s getting renewed attention thanks to the movie “Go! Anpanman: Dororin and the Ghosts.” The version by Dreaming has a cute feel, so listening to it is sure to lift your spirits.

Also, be sure to check out the movie’s story about becoming friends with the ghosts.

A moving ending awaits.

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Sharin’ MiraclePanpururu Hime (Hanazawa Kana)

[Go! Princess Precure] Sharin’ Miracle

An insert song from the feature-length work ‘The Treasure of Pumpkin Kingdom’ within ‘Go! Princess Precure the Movie: Go! Go!! The Splendid 3-Part Series!!!,’ released on Halloween in 2015.

Sung in-character by Kana Hanazawa as Princess Pumplulu, the piece is a gentle ballad that nonetheless conveys earnest strength and conviction.

Ghostbusters～Japan Original ver.～Tomochika, Watanabe Naomi, Tsubaki Oniyakko, Shizuchan

Tomochika, Naomi Watanabe, Kuro-chan (Tsubaki Oniyakko), and Shizuchan become Ghostbusters! “Ghostbusters ~Japan Original ver.~” MV

A song produced as the Japanese MV for the 2016 reboot of Ghostbusters.

The music video, featuring the female comedians who provided the Japanese dub singing and dancing, became a hot topic overseas.

It’s a perfect collaboration that matches the film’s premise of “when we gathered the funniest comedians right now, they all happened to be women.” Compared to the original, the alluringly sexy vocals are especially appealing.

Gotta knock a little harderYamane Mai

Cowboy Bebop OST 4 – Gotta knock a little harder

The ending theme of the 2001 sci-fi animated film Cowboy Bebop: Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door.

The story, centered on a bioterrorism incident that unfolds right before Halloween, is highly engaging.

Composer Yoko Kanno teamed up with Mai Yamane on Cowboy Bebop tracks such as THE REAL FOLK BLUES, What Planet Is This?, and Blue.