Oingo Boingo is known for catchy songs that make you want to get up and dance. April of 1985’s ‘Dead Man’s Party’ is one of those songs and is a perfect pick for Halloween. Wether you’re having a party or simply wanting to get into the spooky spirit, you can’t go wrong with this classic. Lyrics, “I hear the chauffeur coming to my door/Says there’s room for maybe just one more,” referenced to “The Bus-Conductor,” a short story by E.F Benson.
This song has a great moment in the 1986 film “Back to School” featuring Rodney Dangerfield. Oingo Boingo performs the song at a college party and it’s iconic. “Leave your body and soul at the door” and let this song take you back to the 80’s.
