The Halloween season has arrived! Having trouble choosing the perfect tracks to spice up your Instagram Reels this year? From classic Western hits to trending J-pop, we’ve carefully selected songs full of Halloween vibes to set the mood.
Halloween tunes by a variety of artists—with catchy melodies and unique atmospheres—are sure to capture your followers’ hearts.
Pick the perfect tracks for cosplay and dance videos, and let your Reels channel that Halloween spirit!
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Halloween songs you can use for Instagram Reels. Tracks to set the mood (1–10)
SO BADKing Gnu
This is a track by King Gnu that seems to embody the very frenzy of Halloween.
Released in September 2025, the song became a major talking point as the official theme for “Zombie de Dance” at USJ’s Halloween Horror Nights.
It’s a brutal, hedonistic sound that pushes King Gnu’s signature hybrid style into something even more menacing and alternative—truly shocking.
It brilliantly captures the chaotic thrill of a Halloween night that’s the worst situation yet the most fun.
The track’s aggressive groove is guaranteed to make any Halloween video look cool!
HalloweenAQUA
Blending a slightly spooky Halloween vibe with a poppy sound, this track was created by the Danish dance-pop group Aqua.
You can almost picture a playful, whimsical scene where ghosts and monsters start making a lively ruckus under the cover of night.
The song is featured on the classic album Aquarius, released in February 2000.
Aqua’s signature sparkling eurodance beats, combined with a mysterious melody, skillfully evoke a Halloween world that’s both scary and fun.
Use it as background music for your reel, and you’re sure to soak up that mischievous yet poppy atmosphere to the fullest!
Carnival of Flames and ForestsSEKAI NO OWARI
A fantasy-filled track that’s perfect for the Halloween season.
Created by the four-member co-ed band SEKAI NO OWARI, this song was released in April 2014 as their sixth major single.
Its march-like rhythm and grand sound are exciting to listen to on their own.
The lyrics feature characters like a mummy and a wizard, unfolding a dreamlike tale of forbidden love.
The song is also included on the album “Tree,” and it won an Excellence Award at the 56th Japan Record Awards that same year.
Put on a costume and makeup, shoot a dance video to this track, and you’ll feel just like the protagonist of a story!
BibbidebaHoshimachi Suisei
It’s a dance tune with a spell-like phrase that sticks in your ears.
The singer is Suisei Hoshimachi, who’s active far beyond the bounds of a VTuber, and it was released in March 2024.
The track was produced by Vocaloid producer Tsumiki; its exceptionally addictive sound and innovative music video sparked buzz, racking up 10 million views in about 16 days after release.
The lyrics liken the singer to a fairy-tale protagonist, celebrating the joy of breaking free from a boring daily routine and living freely.
It pairs perfectly with the thrill of “transforming” in costume for Halloween.
Learn the popular choreography and perform it, and it’s sure to get the crowd pumped.
MONSTERS PARADEVACHABORG
A unique electro-dance track that portrays the chaotic bustle of Halloween in Japan with a touch of irony.
It’s a song by music creator VACHABORG, released as a single in October 2024.
Glittering synths and a driving, high-energy beat create the exhilaration of being right in the middle of a costume parade.
At the same time, the lyrics take a slightly detached, humorous view of the festival’s frenzy.
This blend of an up-tempo sound with a satirical theme is the work’s distinctive charm.
It also shines with the addictive pop sensibility found in VACHABORG’s series of tracks like “Gold” and “Lost Night.” Its roughly two-minute length is perfect for Instagram Reels, making it a great pick for those who want to add a unique touch to cosplay or dance videos!
ThrillerMichael Jackson
A song that skillfully captures the fear lurking in the darkness of night.
Created by Michael Jackson, it features a catchy melody and a rhythm perfect for dancing.
Included on the 1982 album “Thriller,” it became a worldwide hit.
The music video’s horror-movie-like concept and choreography sparked huge buzz and cemented the idea that “music videos are essential promotional tools.” During the Halloween season, you’ll often hear it around town, and it’s become a seasonal tradition to see people in costume dancing to the track.
Why not use it as background music to set the Halloween mood or post a fun video enjoying it with family and friends?
monsterYOASOBI
YOASOBI, a unit that turns novels into music, is enjoying huge success.
Released in January 2021, this track’s dark, fast-paced sound is perfect for the Halloween vibe.
It portrays the will to stay strong in order to protect someone precious, while struggling between society’s facade and the instincts hidden within.
Created as the opening theme for Season 2 of the TV anime BEASTARS, it became a hot topic for brilliantly reflecting the show’s serious worldview.
Use it with costume videos of shadowy characters like vampires or werewolves for maximum impact.
Highly recommended if you want to present a cool, mysterious side—definitely check it out.