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!
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Music I want to listen to at a Halloween party: perfect for BGM and dancing! (71–80)
HALLOWEEN PARTY -Poupelle Ver.-Hyde
HYDE is also known for hosting a Halloween event called HALLOWEEN PARTY as part of his rock unit VAMPS.
The band he formed for this event, HALLOWEEN JUNKY ORCHESTRA, released a song titled “HALLOWEEN PARTY,” which has become a beloved Halloween staple.
This track is HYDE’s solo self-cover of that song, created for the film Poupelle of Chimney Town.
Compared to the original, it’s arranged to be more electronic and danceable, delivering a high-energy yet slightly eerie vibe that fully captures the spirit of Halloween.
One Night HalloweenKnight A – kishi A –
A track that lets you fully soak in the Halloween vibe has arrived! Released by Knight A – Kishi A – in October 2023, this mix-style rock piece centers on a Halloween theme and captivates with its magical atmosphere.
The lyrics portray a dangerous one-night romance that’s sure to set listeners’ hearts racing.
The music video is set in a Western-style mansion, alternating between the costumed members and their chibi versions for a visually delightful experience.
It’s the perfect song to soundtrack your Halloween party!
Whisky HalloweenMr.FanTastiC
This song is by the rock band Mr.FanTastiC, formed around the popular vocalist Megatera Zero.
It was released in 2019 as their second single.
They channel a classic rock ’n’ roll sound into a Halloween-esque dark atmosphere, giving it a really cool vibe.
Megatera Zero’s husky vocals are irresistible, too.
Definitely try playing it at a Halloween party for rock fans—it might even turn into a mini-festival.
trick and treatOSTER project
Among Vocaloid songs, many are themed around seasonal events—and of course there are Halloween-themed tracks as well.
This particular song is by OSTER project, with Kagamine Rin and Len providing the vocals.
A distinctly Halloween-like, eerie atmosphere overflows from its gothic-style music and lyrics.
At the same time, bits of humor nestled within the spooky words and the cute voices of Rin and Len add a friendly, playful touch.
It’s perfect for a Halloween party with kids or any gathering of Vocaloid fans—an absolute must-have!
GhostbustersRay Parker Jr.
You might find yourself shouting along without thinking.
This is the theme song of the global hit movie Ghostbusters, which depicts the battle between mischievous ghosts and the professionals who hunt them.
Sung by American R&B singer Ray Parker Jr., it was released as a single in 1984.
Some of you may remember being glued to the TV watching the movie as a child.
And once you hear it, it sticks in your head, doesn’t it? With its very catchy tune, I think it’s perfect for a Halloween party with little kids, too.