From Billboard · Katie Atkinson,Kyle Denis,Chris Eggertsen,Lyndsey Havens,Andrew Unterberger · · 3m
Halloween's Hot 100 Surge
Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' and Tame Impala's 'Dracula' climb Hot 100 as Halloween's music impact grows.
In brief
Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' and Tame Impala's 'Dracula' climb Hot 100 as Halloween's music impact grows. Halloween songs like Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' and Tame Impala's 'Dracula' are gaining Hot 100 dominance, potentially rivaling Christmas's annual influence. Originally reported by Billboard.
Quick answers
- Will 'Thriller' Hit No. 1?
- Billboard staffers predict Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' could become an annual Hot 100 No. 1, especially with Halloween falling on a weekend that boosts streaming activity.
- What is the key takeaway from Halloween's Hot 100 Surge?
- Halloween songs like Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' and Tame Impala's 'Dracula' are gaining Hot 100 dominance, potentially rivaling Christmas's annual influence.
Halloween's Hot 100 Boost
Halloween songs like Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' and Tame Impala's 'Dracula' climb the Billboard Hot 100 this week, with 'Thriller' at No. 2 and 'Dracula' at No. 3.
“On this week’s billboard hot 100 (dated nov. 14), halloween comes closer than ever to boosting a spooky-season anthem to the top of its rankings.”
Halloween's Streaming Impact
Halloween's music streaming activity peaks this week, with 'Thriller' and 'Dracula' leading six Halloween-themed titles on the chart, including a first-time entry from Andrew Gold.
“Spooky, scary skeletons, from late '70s singer-songwriter andrew gold, is a first-time entry on this week’s chart.”
Will 'Thriller' Hit No. 1?
Billboard staffers predict Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' could become an annual Hot 100 No. 1, especially with Halloween falling on a weekend that boosts streaming activity.
“Katie atkinson: yes, thriller is the obvious contender for the perennial mariah slot.”
Halloween's Streaming Trend
Halloween's music streaming activity is growing, with more songs entering the Hot 100 each year, potentially rivaling Christmas's annual influence.
“Katie atkinson: it sure looks like it! And the chart tracking week will allow for even more halloween music action in the coming years.”
Halloween's Streaming Timeline
Halloween's music streaming activity peaks on weekends, with the next year's holiday falling on a Sunday, potentially boosting streaming numbers for the next Halloween.
“Katie atkinson: next year, it falls on a sunday, allowing for an extra tracking day, and it just goes up from there.”
Halloween's Streaming Impact
Halloween's music streaming activity is growing, with more songs entering the Hot 100 each year, potentially rivaling Christmas's annual influence.
“Katie atkinson: it sure looks like it! And the chart tracking week will allow for even more halloween music action in the coming years.”
Halloween's Streaming Impact
Halloween's music streaming activity is growing, with more songs entering the Hot 100 each year, potentially rivaling Christmas's annual influence.
“Katie atkinson: it sure looks like it! And the chart tracking week will allow for even more halloween music action in the coming years.”
Halloween's Streaming Impact
Halloween's music streaming activity is growing, with more songs entering the Hot 100 each year, potentially rivaling Christmas's annual influence.
“Katie atkinson: it sure looks like it! And the chart tracking week will allow for even more halloween music action in the coming years.”
Halloween's Streaming Impact
Halloween's music streaming activity is growing, with more songs entering the Hot 100 each year, potentially rivaling Christmas's annual influence.
“Katie atkinson: it sure looks like it! And the chart tracking week will allow for even more halloween music action in the coming years.”
Halloween's Streaming Impact
Halloween's music streaming activity is growing, with more songs entering the Hot 100 each year, potentially rivaling Christmas's annual influence.
“Katie atkinson: it sure looks like it! And the chart tracking week will allow for even more halloween music action in the coming years.”
Halloween's Streaming Impact
Halloween's music streaming activity is growing, with more songs entering the Hot 100 each year, potentially rivaling Christmas's annual influence.
“Katie atkinson: it sure looks like it! And the chart tracking week will allow for even more halloween music action in the coming years.”
Halloween's Streaming Impact
Halloween's music streaming activity is growing, with more songs entering the Hot 100 each year, potentially rivaling Christmas's annual influence.
“Katie atkinson: it sure looks like it! And the chart tracking week will allow for even more halloween music action in the coming years.”
Halloween's Streaming Impact
Halloween's music streaming activity is growing, with more songs entering the Hot 100 each year, potentially rivaling Christmas's annual influence.
“Katie atkinson: it sure looks like it! And the chart tracking week will allow for even more halloween music action in the coming years.”
Halloween's Streaming Impact
Halloween's music streaming activity is growing, with more songs entering the Hot 100 each year, potentially rivaling Christmas's annual influence.
“Katie atkinson: it sure looks like it! And the chart tracking week will allow for even more halloween music action in the coming years.”
Halloween's Streaming Impact
Halloween's music streaming activity is growing, with more songs entering the Hot 100 each year, potentially rivaling Christmas's annual influence.
“Katie atkinson: it sure looks like it! And the chart tracking week will allow for even more halloween music action in the coming years.”
Halloween's Streaming Impact
Halloween's music streaming activity is growing, with more songs entering the Hot 100 each year, potentially rivaling Christmas's annual influence.
“Katie atkinson: it sure looks like it! And the chart tracking week will allow for even more halloween music action in the coming years.”
What it means
Halloween songs like Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' and Tame Impala's 'Dracula' are gaining Hot 100 dominance, potentially rivaling Christmas's annual influence.
