Song

The Killing Moon

by Echo & the Bunnymen

The Killing Moon is a 1984 song by Echo & the Bunnymen, 5:47 long. A karaoke version is available on KaraFun. It fits the Halloween song themes.

Karaoke version available

Released 1984 Length 5:47

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Lead single from Ocean Rain, released on 20 January 1984 and a UK No. 9 hit. It gained a new audience as the opening song of the 2001 film Donnie Darko.

Performance tips

• Croon it rich and moody in Ian McCulloch's dark baritone.
• Keep the tempo slow and hypnotic; let the long notes breathe.
• Build intensity through each chorus without shouting.

In these themes

• 🎃Halloween

Karaoke versions

There's a karaoke version of this song. Most karaoke services carry it; KaraFun lists it among its catalog.

• Find karaoke versions on YouTubeOpens a YouTube search for "The Killing Moon" karaoke

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