Song
Psycho Killer
Psycho Killer is a 1977 song by Talking Heads, 4:19 long, which peaked at #92 on the Billboard Hot 100. A karaoke version is available on KaraFun. It fits the Halloween song themes.
Released 1977 Hot 100 peak #92 · 5 weeks Length 4:19 New Wave, Post-Punk
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Performance tips
- Channel David Byrne's twitchy, high-tension vocal energy
- Nail the French "Fa-fa-fa" bridge with rhythmic precision
- Maintain a cool, detached, and slightly manic delivery
In these themes
Karaoke versions
There's a karaoke version of this song. Most karaoke services carry it; KaraFun lists it among its most-sung songs.
- Find karaoke versions on YouTubeOpens a YouTube search for "Psycho Killer" karaoke
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