10 Badass Songs for Your Autumn Playlist

October is here which means many of us are looking for something spooky to add to our playlists. Whether it be a song for your morning commute or some tunes to play in the background as you write, weā€™ve got you covered! Weā€™ve come up with 10 songs that are eerily in season to give you the chills and thrills youā€™re looking for and bring out your inner #BadassWitch

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ā€œ(Donā€™t Fear) The Reaperā€ by Blue Oyster Cult

This song is a cult classic for anyone who loves rock which makes it a necessity for your fall playlist. Blue Oyster Cult has many great songs and this one is arguably one of their most popular due to itā€™s chilling acoustics. Itā€™s a great introduction to their music if youā€™re in need of a new rock band.

ā€œSomebodyā€™s Watching Meā€ by Rockwell

Thereā€™s something about this 1984 pop song that leaves us with the chills. From its high energy sound and haunting lyrics, it will be sure to put you in a spooky moodā€”it might even inspire you to write a scary story this season!

Ā ā€œDisturbiaā€ by Rihana

We couldnā€™t have a fall playlist without some Rihana! Her song ā€œDisturbiaā€ is undoubtedly catchy and will have you dancing and nodding your head. Not to mention the spooky beat will definitely have you feeling like your most badass self.

ā€œThrillerā€ by Michael Jackson

ā€œThrillerā€ is an unnegotiable and unforgettable fall song. Itā€™s practically impossible to listen to it without thinking about weird zombies and Jacksonā€™s iconic dance sequence. Even though this song was released in 1982, it has remained one of his most iconic songs.

ā€œEvery Breath You Takeā€ by The Police

Thereā€™s nothing better than Stingā€™s magnetic voice in this pop song. Its haunting lyrics may leave you a bit surprised, but thereā€™s nothing more enticing than hearing Sting sing this spooky tune over a Hammond Organ.Ā 

ā€œI Put a Spell on Youā€ by Nina Simone

This soulful track will guarantee to get your creative juices flowing as Simoneā€™s bluesy voice will captivate you and propel you into an imaginative world. Itā€™s a great hype song to remind you just how powerful you really are.

ā€œWitchy Womanā€ by Eagles

ā€œWitchy Womanā€ has a jazzy sound that is totally magnetic and their amazing guitar riffs are undoubtedly what makes the song thrilling and enjoyable to listen to. Its beat is perfect for writing when you have to transition scenes since the rhythm is not too fast or too slow.Ā 

ā€œHighway to Hellā€ by AC/DC

ā€œHighway to Hellā€ is a perfect song for your commute because it hits with you a killer melody from beginning to end. This classic song is also perfect to get you excited for the chilly fall days with its upbeat and guitar shredding sound.

ā€œSeason of the Witchā€ by Donovan

This song is perfect for when you are having difficulty focusing and need a more relaxed tune to help you clearly think. Thereā€™s no better song to pair with a cozy blanket and one of your favorite fall drinks.Ā 

ā€œPeople Are Strangeā€ by The Doors

ā€œPeople Are Strangeā€ is a fantastic song that was released in 1997. Its theatrical and poppy sound is just the extra kick youā€™ll need to end your week with a bang and coast off into the weekend.


Post written by Kennedy Hall, Social Media Intern Fall 2019.