Industry Oct 23, 2026

Spookiest Hot 100 Race: Halloween Themed Songs Compete for No. 1

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As Oct. 31 approaches, we look at the competition for the following week's No. 1 — which, for the first time, includes multiple thematically appropriate contenders for the top spot.

Originally published by Billboard
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As October 31st nears, the competition for the number one spot on the Hot 100 chart is heating up with multiple Halloween-themed songs. This marks the first time in history that the chart may see a number one hit that is thematically appropriate for Halloween. Originally reported by Billboard.