Music you’ll want to play at a Halloween party: perfect for BGM or dancing!
Halloween has become a staple event in Japan.
Many people host or attend parties to enjoy the occasion.
One thing that often stumps us is choosing the right BGM.
In this article, we’ve gathered perfect Halloween songs and party tunes for anyone looking for music to color their Halloween.
They’re great not only as event background music, but also for dances performed at parties.
Let’s liven up this once-a-year event with music that’s perfect for Halloween-themed vibes!
Music you’ll want to play at a Halloween party: perfect for BGM and dancing! (1–10)
SO BADKing Gnu
This is a track by King Gnu that practically embodies the frenzy of Halloween.
Released in September 2025, the song drew major attention as the official theme for the “Zombie de Dance” attraction at USJ’s Halloween Horror Nights.
It’s a ferocious, hedonistic sound that pushes King Gnu’s signature mixture style into an even more menacing, alternative direction—truly shocking.
It brilliantly captures the chaotic thrill of a Halloween night that’s the worst situation yet the most fun.
The aggressive groove of this piece is guaranteed to make any Halloween video look cool!
Happy HalloweenJunky
A Vocaloid track themed around Halloween night.
Its lyrics are sprinkled with classic Halloween motifs, creating a fantastical, playful world.
The dance beat—fusing EDM and electronica—draws listeners into the nocturnal realm.
Originally produced for FamilyMart’s Halloween project “Trick or Miku” and released on a video site in 2014, the song was digitally distributed in 2018 and gained renewed attention when a cover version was used in a TikTok commercial.
It’s the perfect track for anyone looking to liven up a party in costume.
Amazing Happy Halloween Nightsyudou
A Halloween song irresistible to Vocaloid fans, written and composed by syudou.
It was released as a digital single in September 2024.
Its charm lies in a sound that blends eerie and glamorous elements, weaving in toy-like timbres and waltz-like developments.
The lyrics depict a world where a digital nightmare intersects with a carnival, expressing the protagonist’s growing intoxication and bewilderment as they wander through an endless night with no way out.
The music video was handled by longtime ally Yasutatsu, marking their first collaboration in about four years.
It’s a perfect track for Halloween party BGM and dancing.
BibbidebaHoshimachi Suisei
A song released in March 2024 by Suisei Hoshimachi, the songstress representing hololive.
Created by Vocaloid producer Tsumiki, it blends an addictive melody with a Cinderella-inspired world in perfect harmony.
It celebrates the importance of dancing freely without being bound by conventions, carrying a message of breaking free from societal expectations and living true to yourself.
Just 16 days after release, it surpassed 10 million views, and “I tried dancing” videos became a social phenomenon on social media.
With its catchy rhythm and easy-to-remember choreography, it’s guaranteed to get costumed partygoers hyped together.
A perfect Halloween dance tune for anyone who wants to move freely and have fun.
Are you a zombie too? You’re a zombie, right?CANDY TUNE
This is a Halloween-themed number by the idol group CANDY TUNE.
It takes the slightly spooky motif of zombies and expresses it cutely with an irresistibly catchy melody.
The lyrics, which feel like they’re asking, “Are you one of us too?”, are exciting just to listen to! Released in October 2024, the song was brought to life at an outdoor concert held the same month, where the members appeared in zombie makeup to recreate its world.
It’s a dance tune that grants the wish of those who don’t like scary things but still want to fully enjoy the Halloween vibe.