Halloween isn’t just about what you’re wearing — it’s also about what you’re listening to. Students shared which tunes are setting the tone for the spookiest night of the year.
Senior Temi Oduola-Owoo is one of many who listens to more moody tracks to get into the fall spirit. To feel “mystical” and “esoteric” when the air turns chilly, she turns on “How Soon Is Now?” by The Smiths and “Witches” by Alice Phoebe Lou.
In the same vein, sophomore Evy Spero listens to “Crystal” by Stevie Nicks to get into the witchy vibe. The ballad was fittingly featured in cult classic “Practical Magic.”
Junior Steph Kontcho, on the other hand, is opting for a more percussive and grounded sound with “Tu Nous Connais” by 4Keus. Switching to a song that prioritizes rhythm and flow, Kontcho is setting the tone for a high-energy Halloween.
Similarly, sophomore Larenzo Manuel turns on “Check The Fleet” by Destroy Lonely.
This sleek and icy sound is sure to make your autumn soundtrack killer.
“It’s just got like a dark swag that’s different from most rap songs,” Manuel said.
Of course, a handful of spooky staples were mentioned. Sophomore Emma Lockeby mentioned their love for “Monster Mash” by Bobby “Boris” Pickett and the Crypt-Kickers.
“I get such a deep feeling of nostalgia for my childhood Halloween experiences,” Lockeby said.
Senior Jaden Frew echoed her appreciation for the timeless tune.
“It’s such a classic, and it’s so fun to sing along to,” Frew said.
Though the song is seen as somewhat juvenile nowadays, it was banned from being played on the radio in 1962 for its apparent morbidity. Despite once being buried long ago, the song rose from the dead to now be a staple during the spooky season.
Following along the lines of childhood classics, senior Ava Esquivel is looking forward to listening to “Calling All the Monsters” by China Anne McClain.
“It’s nostalgic and has a crazy beat for a Disney Channel song,” Esquivel said.
Originally released on “A.N.T. Farm” in 2011, this energetic number is a core piece of Gen Z pop culture.
“Thriller” by Michael Jackson is also receiving some love this Halloween. If you’re planning on putting your dancing shoes on for Halloweekend, have the “Thriller” dance on your docket — you’re likely to hear it at one point or another.
“It’s just such a fun and iconic song,” sophomore Emma Smith said.
Sophomore Nhojaray Offray raised “Ghostbusters” by Ray Parker Jr., an enchanting dance-pop masterpiece.
“I love how I can dance to the groovy beat,” Offray said.
Whether you’re listening to an 80s classic or futuristic rap, one thing is certain: your soundtrack is sure to set the tone of your spooktacular night. It doesn’t matter if you’re spending Halloween at home carving pumpkins or going out on the town to flaunt your costumes; LSU students show that the right queue can turn any night into a real scream.
