Uploaded October 2016 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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Tis the season for spookyness , but what exactly is spooky scary skeletons? Where did the song come from? I explain the history and origin of the Halloween meme

Spooky scary skeletons is a popular Halloween song that over the years has become an internet tradition. Originally written, produced and sung by American songwriter Andrew Gold, the song has taken on a new life becoming a meme and popular internet trend. Each year people enjoy partaking in the spooky skeletons video. It's catchy,fun and a bit spooky so who can blame them. Let's uncover the secret history and explain the origins of the now common tradition.

Twitter-@BehindTheMeme

Music-KEvin MacLeod@incompetech.com

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