The Best Hip Hop Halloween Music Playlist
Contents
- “Monster” – Kanye West, Jay-Z, Rick Ross, Bon Iver, Nicki Minaj
- “Spooky Black” – Lil Ugly Mane
- “6 Foot 7 Foot” – Lil Wayne ft. Cory Gunz
- “Halloween” – MF DOOM
- “Hip Hop Ghosts” – Aesop Rock
- “The Omen” – Jay-Z
- “Runnin’ From the Police” – N.W.A.
- “A Nightmare on My Street” – DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince
- “The Devil Made Me Do It” – Paris
- “Damien” – The Roots
Looking for some hip hop Halloween music to get you in the mood? Check out our playlist of the best tracks to get you ready for a spooky night!
“Monster” – Kanye West, Jay-Z, Rick Ross, Bon Iver, Nicki Minaj
“Monster” is a song by American hip hop recording artist Kanye West, released as the third single from his fifth studio album, My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy (2010). The song features rappers Jay-Z, Rick Ross, Nicki Minaj, and singer Justin Vernon of indie folk band Bon Iver. The song’s production was handled by West, Boi-1da, Mike Dean, Lex Luger, and Noah Goldstein. It features heavy synthesizers and eerie echoes throughout. The song also marks the debut of Ross’s Maybach Music Group imprint with its release as a single.
“Monster” was released on October 18th, 2010, just one day before the release of My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy. The song received critical acclaim upon release, with many music critics praising the diverse array of artists that are featured on the track. “Monster” also peaked at number 18 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States.
“Spooky Black” – Lil Ugly Mane
One of the most unique and atmospheric Hip Hop tracks of all time, “Spooky Black” is the perfect song to set the mood for a Halloween night. The production is eerie and minimal, with chilling synth pads and a slow, menacing drum beat. And Lil Ugly Mane’s vocals are haunting, delivering dark and twisted lyrics about death and despair. If you’re looking for a Hip Hop track that will send chills down your spine, “Spooky Black” is the perfect choice.
“6 Foot 7 Foot” – Lil Wayne ft. Cory Gunz
“6 Foot 7 Foot” is a single from American rapper Lil Wayne’s ninth studio album, Tha Carter IV. The song features vocals from American rapper Cory Gunz and is produced by American record producer Swizz Beatz. It was released on December 16, 2010, by Young Money Entertainment, Cash Money Records, and Universal Republic Records as the second single from the album. The song peaked at number 41 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
“Halloween” – MF DOOM
MF DOOM is the perfect rapper to get you in the Halloween spirit. His dark, mysterious persona is perfect for the holiday, and his music is filled with references to horror movies, comic books, and other elements of pop culture. “Halloween” is a great choice for any Halloween playlist, as it’s a fun, catchy song that will get you pumped up for trick-or-treating.
“Hip Hop Ghosts” – Aesop Rock
One of the best things about Aesop Rock’s “Hip Hop Ghosts” is how perfect it is for Halloween. It’s got a spooky beat, Aesop’s eerie delivery, and lyrics that make you think about what happens when we die. It’s the perfect song to get you in the Halloween spirit.
“The Omen” – Jay-Z
From the infamous “Run This Town” to the spiritual “Numb/Encore”, Jay-Z’s “The Omen” is the perfect hip hop song to get you in the Halloween spirit. With its dark and brooding beats, eerie ambiance, and haunting vocals, “The Omen” is a Halloween classic.
“Runnin’ From the Police” – N.W.A.
Released in 1988, this gangsta rap classic tells the story of young men being harassed by the police. The track is full of menace and is the perfect song to get you in the mood for a Halloween party.
“A Nightmare on My Street” – DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince
Released in 1988, “A Nightmare on My Street” by DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince is widely considered one of the best hip hop Halloween songs of all time. The track, which samples John Carpenter’s theme from the horror classic “Halloween,” is a perfect blend of spooky and fun, and has become a Halloween staple for many fans of hip hop.
“The Devil Made Me Do It” – Paris
This song by Paris is the perfect hip hop Halloween music. It’s about a man who is possessed by the devil and commits a crime. The song is dark and sinister, and it will get you in the mood for Halloween.
“Damien” – The Roots
Damien is one of the most classic Halloween hip hop tracks out there. It was released in 1996 by the Roots and features guest vocals from D’Angelo. The song is about a young boy who is possessed by the devil and goes on a killing spree.