Dance Macabre

Ghost

About Dance Macabre

"Dance Macabre" is a song by Swedish rock band Ghost. It was their second single off of their fourth studio album Prequelle. It topped the Billboard Mainstream Rock Songs chart for two weeks in February 2019.


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2018
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You'll soon be hearing the chime
Close to midnight
If I could turn back the time
I'd make all right

How could it end like this?
There's a sting in the way you kiss me
Something within your eyes
Said it could be the last time
'Fore it's over!

Just wanna be
Wanna bewitch you in the moonlight
Just wanna be
I wanna bewitch you all night

It keeps on giving me chills
But I know now
I feel the closer we get
To the last vow

I don’t wanna end like this (Like this, yeah)
But the sting in the way you kiss me (I'm loving it)
Something within your eyes
Said it could be the last time
'Fore it's over!

Just wanna be
Wanna bewitch you in the moonlight
Just wanna be
I wanna bewitch you all night
Just wanna be
I wanna bewitch you one last time with me tonight
Just wanna be
I wanna bewitch you all night

Just wanna be
Wanna bewitch you in the moonlight
Just wanna be
Wanna bewitch you all right
Just wanna be
Wanna bewitch you in the moonlight
Just wanna be
I wanna bewitch you all night

All right!
Woh-woh-woh, wohh!

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Ghost

In folklore, a ghost (sometimes known as an apparition, haunt, phantom, poltergeist, shade, specter or spectre, spirit, spook, and wraith) is the soul or spirit of a dead person or animal that can appear to the living. In ghostlore, descriptions of ghosts vary widely from an invisible presence to translucent or barely visible wispy shapes, to realistic, lifelike visions. The deliberate attempt to contact the spirit of a deceased person is known as necromancy, or in spiritism as a séance. The belief in the existence of an afterlife, as well as manifestations of the spirits of the dead, is widespread, dating back to animism or ancestor worship in pre-literate cultures. Certain religious practices—funeral rites, exorcisms, and some practices of spiritualism and … more »

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Written by: Vincent Pontare, Salem Al Fakir, A Ghoul Writer

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group

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10 facts about this song

Release and Popularity
"Dance Macabre" was released as the second single from Swedish rock band Ghost's fourth studio album, "Prequelle", in 2018. It quickly became one of their most popular songs.
Silver Certification
The song was certified Silver by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI) for sales of over 200,000 copies in the UK.
Chart Performance
"Dance Macabre" reached number 1 on Billboard's Mainstream Rock chart in the United States.
Awards
The song won the "Best Song" award at the Bandit Rock Awards in 2018.
Music Video
The official music video for "Dance Macabre" was directed by Zev Deans, who is known for his visually striking and often surreal work. The video was released on October 17, 2018.
Themes and Interpretation
The song is interpreted to be about the Black Plague that hit Europe in the 14th century, referencing to the 'dance macabre', a common allegory drawn in medieval times to represent the universality of death.
Musical Style
"Dance Macabre" is noted for its departure from Ghost's usual heavy metal style, gravitating towards a more disco-influenced rock sound. It's catchy, with a beat that mirrors a dance rhythm.
Critical Reception
The song was met with positive reviews from music critics. It was often praised for its catchy chorus and overall musical arrangement.
Live Performances
Ghost has performed "Dance Macabre" during many of their concerts, as it's become a crowd favorite. During performances, members of the band are known to wear masks and elaborate costumes, enhancing the theatrical experience.
Instagram Stories
Prior to the official release of the “Dance Macabre” music video, Ghost shared two Instagram stories showing celebrities such as Kirk Hammett (Metallica), Charlie Benanate (Anthrax), and Phil Anselmo (Pantera) singing along to the song. This successfully sparked interest and anticipation amongst fans.

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