Get into the spirit of Halloween with our Top 6 Halloween Songs — from Thriller and Monster Mash to a new haunting classic by MarcyElle, “I’m Gonna Follow You.” Discover how ancient Samhain traditions inspired today’s spooky music and why this slow, shadowy rock track might just become your next Halloween favorite.
Before the candy, costumes, and jump scares, Halloween began as Samhain, an ancient Celtic festival marking the end of the harvest and the beginning of winter — a time when it was believed the veil between the living and the dead was at its thinnest.
Villagers would light bonfires, wear disguises to ward off wandering spirits, and leave offerings to protect their homes. When Christianity spread through Europe, the holiday evolved into All Hallows’ Eve, later shortened to Halloween.
Over time, spooky stories, ghostly games, and haunting songs became part of the tradition — a way to celebrate the thrill of fear safely, through art, music, and imagination.
Today, Halloween isn’t just a night — it’s a mood. It’s the soundtrack of shadows, flickering candles, and monsters that dance in the dark.
And this year, a new haunting voice joins the tradition.
Top 6 Halloween Songs You Should Add to Your Playlist
Here are six tracks that capture the spirit — and the spirits — of Halloween, blending fear, fun, and unforgettable rhythm.
1. “Thriller” – Michael Jackson
Still the king of Halloween anthems, “Thriller” defined spooky pop with its groundbreaking video, Vincent Price narration, and ghoulish dance moves. It has over 1 billion views on YouTube. That’s beyond incredible and so it’s #1
Why it fits: No Halloween playlist is complete without it — the ultimate combination of horror and groove.
2. “Monster Mash” – Bobby “Boris” Pickett & The Crypt-Kickers
Since 1962, “Monster Mash” has been a Halloween staple — a campy, lovable song about monsters having a dance party. My personal all-time favorite Halloween classic song. The best ever. Fun Fun Fun! It will last forever!
Why it fits: It’s goofy, nostalgic, and gets everyone moving.
3. “Ghostbusters” – Ray Parker Jr.
Who you gonna call? This funky theme from the 1984 classic movie delivers ghostly fun that never fades. So 80’s.
Why it fits: A perfect crowd-pleaser that keeps Halloween light and upbeat.
4. “Spooky, Scary Skeletons” – Andrew Gold
The internet turned this 1996 tune into a meme phenomenon — and now it’s a modern Halloween classic.
Why it fits: Its quirky melody and playful creepiness make it a great choice for both kids and adults.
5. “You Make Me Feel Like It’s Halloween” – Muse
This 2022 rock track channels pure horror-movie energy with synths, distortion, and gothic tension.
Why it fits: It’s cinematic and moody — a perfect addition for a darker, edgier Halloween playlist.
6. “I’M GONNA FOLLOW YOU” – MarcyElle (New Halloween Classic)
MarcyElle delivers a Haunted Halloween Creeper Rock reinterpretation of Pat Benatar’s 1980 track — a deep, minor-chord slow burn that captures the essence of pursuit, danger, and mystery.
Produced by Punish Studios, this version emphasizes the chase, the tension, and the raw energy of the streets. It feels like the soundtrack to a late-night thriller — cinematic, hypnotic, and perfectly haunting.
Why it fits: It’s the new sound of Halloween — seductive, spooky, and spine-tingling. A modern rock anthem that bridges classic and contemporary horror moods.
Build Your Ultimate Halloween Playlist
Mix the nostalgia of Monster Mash and Ghostbusters with the eerie tension of Thriller and You Make Me Feel Like It’s Halloween. Then turn down the lights and add MarcyElle’s “I’m Gonna Follow You” — the modern haunting track that belongs beside the classics.
From the ancient fires of Samhain to today’s glowing jack-o’-lanterns, Halloween has always been about facing the dark with rhythm and light. So hit play — and let the spirits dance.
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