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11 spooky '80s songs to add to your Halloween party playlist
Bust a move to these 11 spooky songs, guaranteed to give you full '80s Halloween party nostalgia.
The costumes and decorations aren't the only spooky part about Halloween! Spooky season is not complete without a rockin' and monster mashin' Halloween playlist. Add a little bit of kooky, a lot of spooky and well, probably a few disco songs in the mix and you'll have a Halloween playlist guaranteed to get everyone looking alive.
What are some of your favorite Halloween-inspired songs?
1. "Thriller" - Michael Jackson
Release year: 1982
Let's start off with an obvious addition to any '80s Halloween playlist. "Thriller" has been the anthem of almost every Halloween party since the '80s.
2. "Somebody's Watching Me" - Rockwell
Release year: 1984
This song comes up every Halloween and is a must-add '80s throwback. "Somebody's Watching Me," features guest vocals by Michael and Jermaine Jackson. Make sure everybody's watching you when you head to the dance floor for this one.
3. "Ghostbusters" - Ray Parker Jr.
Release year: 1984
Is it really even a Halloween party if "Ghostbusters," isn't on the playlist?
4. "Sunglasses at Night" - Corey Hart
Release year: 1983
This song always stays in our heads, whether we want it to or not. Add it to your Halloween playlist: sunglasses optional.
5. "Hungry Like the Wolf" - Duran Duran
Release year: 1982
Dancing all night to this one could really work up an appetite, just be careful not to get hungry like the wolf!
