Christmas has its carols, but Halloween? Well, it’s a little tougher to find songs dedicated strictly to the holiday.
Sure, “Monster Mash” is a classic, but it’s also insanely overplayed. We’ve come up with ten spooky-ish songs that are classic yet not total novelty tracks. Try ’em out at your Halloween soiree this weekend.
Any Halloween favorites you would add? Sound off in the comments below.
1. “Thriller” – Michael Jackson
Because the King of Pop started the zombie craze.
2. “I Put A Spell on You” – Screamin’ Jay Hawkins
Because a lot of people have covered this song, but none quite like Screamin’ Jay.
3. “Ghostbusters” – Ray Parker, Jr.
Because he lets you know who to call if things get out of hand.
4. “Psycho Killer” – Talking Heads
Because not only does David Byrne’s oversized suit look like a costume, but psycho killers are 100 percent terrifying.
5. “Season of the Witch” – Donovan
Because Donovan simultaneously captures the feeling of the swinging ’60s and Halloween.
6. “Werewolves of London” – Warren Zevon
Because no Halloween party is complete without a little howling.
7. “I Want Candy” – Bow Wow Wow
Because there’s no joy quite like trick-or-treating as a kid.
8. “(Don’t Fear) The Reaper” – Blue Oyster Cult
Because ever since the Scream franchise, the reaper has become one of the most common costumes.
9. “Witchy Woman” – Eagles
Because every Halloween party has at least a few witches in attendance.
10. “Superstition” – Stevie Wonder
Because it’s a holiday that practically endorses superstition and strange times.
– Jillian Mapes & Shannon Carlin, CBS Local