Songs About Vampires And Werewolves
Searching for the right music to play when the sun sets? This spooky playlist features the best songs about vampires and werewolves, the ultimate creatures of the night.
Whether you prefer tales of silver bullets or wooden stakes, these songs each tell a legendary tale worthy of a classic horror movie.
So sit back and experience the thrill of the full moon and the chill of the crypt with these iconic anthems that have defined the horror genre for generations of music fans!
Classic rock / Oldies
1. “Werewolves Of London” by Warren Zevon
This 1978 classic features a well-dressed beast prowling Mayfair for beef chow mein. Warren Zevon came up with the song while working with The Everly Brothers as their keyboard player and bandleader.
2. “Bad Moon Rising” by Creedence Clearwater Revival
This track uses folk-horror imagery to warn of a moon bringing impending doom. It was famously used during a tense transformation scene in the 1981 film An American Werewolf in London.
3. “Bark at the Moon” by Ozzy Osbourne
This 1983 anthem tells the story of a beast returning from the grave to terrorize his foes. Ozzy endured five hours of makeup for the music video to pay homage to classic cinema.
Honorable mention:
- “I Love The Night” by Blue Öyster Cult
- “Clap For The Wolfman” by Guess Who
- “Nosferatu” – Blue Öyster Cult
Rock songs about vampires and werewolves
4. “The Animal” by Disturbed
Inspired by the 2010 film The Wolfman, this track explores the internal struggle of losing one’s humanity. The rhythmic vocals mimic a predator taking over the mind during a visceral transformation.
5. “Moonbaby” by Godsmack
This heavy track uses the moon as a catalyst for a sudden physical and psychological breakdown. The imagery of walking in shadows aligns perfectly with the primal themes of traditional werewolf lore.
6. “Werewolf, Baby!” by Rob Zombie
Rob Zombie brings a signature surf-rock style to this high-energy tribute to 1960s horror tropes. The howling backing vocals make it a perfect anthem for any classic monster movie marathon.
Honorable mention:
- “Lycanthrope” by +44
- “Oblivion” by Alkaline Trio
- “Werewolf Women of the SS” by Rob Zombie
- “Release The Bats” by The Birthday Party
Metal songs about vampires and werewolves
7. “Werewolf” by Motionless In White
This song is a modern ode to the curse of the full moon and the inevitability of change. The music video features a literal transformation and a dance sequence that honors Michael Jackson’s Thriller.
8. “The Crimson” by Atreyu
This metalcore staple is drenched in imagery of eternal thirst and the cold skin of the undead. It captures the gothic romance associated with the Vampire: The Masquerade tabletop gaming aesthetic.
Honorable mention:
- “Walk in the Shadows” by Queensrÿche 2.6M
- “At Dawn They Sleep” by Slayer 2.2M
- “Ain’t Your Fairytale” by Sonata Arctica 170K
- “FullMoon” by Sonata Arctica 295K
- “Hunted” by Device 44K
- “Nosferatu (The Vampires Waltz)” by Saxon 336K
Movie soundtracks
9. “Cry Little Sister” by G. Tom Mac
Recorded for the 1987 cult classic The Lost Boys, this is a definitive anthem for the undead. The haunting choir and industrial beat encapsulate the rebellious vampire archetype of the 1980s.
Honorable mention:
- “Decode” by Paramore
Novelty songs about vampires and werewolves
10. “Monster Mash” by Bobby “Boris” Pickett & the Crypt-Kickers
This 1962 novelty hit features a graveyard party with famous guests like the immortal Dracula. It remains a family-friendly Halloween favorite despite being originally banned by the BBC for being too morbid.
Honorable mention:
- “Dinner With Drac” by John Zacherle
Pop / Hip hop / R&B
11. “Thriller” by Michael Jackson
Spooky narration by horror legend Vincent Price cements this track’s place in the pantheon of monster history. The lyrics warn of creatures crawling in search of prey during the terrors of the night.
12. “She Wolf” by Shakira
This global pop hit uses the lycanthrope as a metaphor for feminine liberation and nocturnal freedom. Shakira stated the song represents the “inner beast” that needs to be released from its cage.
13. “Vampire” by Olivia Rodrigo
Rodrigo uses the vampire as a powerful metaphor for a person who drains the energy of others. The song uses lore like “bloodsuckers” and “sinking teeth” to describe a predatory social relationship.
Honorable mention:
- “Morning After Dark” by Timbaland
- “Love Song For A Vampire” by Annie Lennox
- “Blood Like Lemonade” by Morcheeba
- “Moonlight (A Vampire’s Dream)” by Stevie Nicks
- “Vampire” by Blutengel
- “Moon Over Bourbon Street” by Sting
- “Bloodletting (The Vampire Song)” by Concrete Blonde
- “Moon Dog” by Nits
- “Werewolf” by Fiona Apple
- “The Werewolf” by Paul Simon
- “Lovers Forever” by Cher
- “Vampire (After Dark)” by Ke$ha
Alternative / Folk songs about vampires and werewolves
14. “Closer” by Kings of Leon
This atmospheric track was written from the perspective of a lonely, supernatural entity seeking a dark connection. The lead singer described the narrator as a vampire whose predatory hunger ultimately leads to tragedy.
15. “Vampires Will Never Hurt You” by My Chemical Romance
This debut single uses vampires as a metaphor for people who drain the life out of others. Gerard Way’s obsession with the undead served as a blueprint for the band’s theatrical gothic storytelling.
Honorable mention:
- “Vampire Money” by My Chemical Romance
- “Early Sunsets Over Monroeville” by My Chemical Romance
- “Vampire” by Dominic Fike
- “Bone Dry” by Eels
- “The Kiss” by The Cure
- “Mama Werewolf” by Brandi Carlile
- “Fresh Blood” by Eels
- “Vampire Depression” by Vamps
Whether you prefer the savage howl of the wolf or the silent grace of the vampire, these tracks show our eternal fascination with the creatures of the night.
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Published 2/13/26
