What We Do in the Shadows is not only known for its impressive plot and humor, but also for its music. The story of the vampire group who try to live a normal life as roommates is complemented by the show’s soundtrack.
Since its premiere in 2019, the FX series has frequently featured songs that have left the audiences humming. The music also elevates the overall impact of the narrative and goes well with the horror-comedy setting of the show.
The theme song, especially, has become quite famous, thanks to its catchy beats and tune that are apt for the show’s tone. Let’s take a look at the theme song and some of the most popular tracks from What We Do in the Shadows.
What We Do in the Shadows theme song is You’re Dead by Norma Tanega
The theme song that is played at the beginning of every episode is You’re Dead by folk singer Norma Tanega. Interestingly, it is the same song that was played in the intro scenes of the eponymous 2014 film, on which the TV series is based.
You’re Dead was released in 1966 as the opening song of Norma’s album, Walkin’ My Cat Named Dog. Though the track failed to make a mark at the time, it got its due decades later with What We Do in the Shadows.
Norma released several other songs in her career, including Solar Winds, Jubilation, and I'm the Sky. While she started her career as a folk artist, she later ventured into pop and experimental music.
Meanwhile, she also wrote songs for Dusty Springfield, with whom she was in a relationship for five years. The singer died in 2019 at the age of 80.
Most popular songs from What We Do in the Shadows
Every season of the vampire series has given us some iconic songs to remember.
Here is a list of the top 10 songs from each season:
Season 1
- It Must Have Been Love by Per Gessle, by Time Pools
- Trial by Ordeal by Robert Foster
- Spring Fashion by Alan Braden
- Pure Chaos by Nick Kingsley
- Go Hard by Raphael Lake, Ben Fisher, and Daniel Murphy
- My Sattelite performed by Roscoe Williamson and Oliver Price
- Until the Dawn by Kid Juggernaut
- Got the Moves by Aleks James and Randi Vision
- Dream Away by Billy Munn
- The White Rose by Kalman, Egyuttes, and Weretics
Season 2
- Just a Little Bit by Robbie Nevil
- Usak by Muzikotek
- Tender Touch by Cecil Chadwick
- Don't Leave Me This Way by Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes
- The Devil Caught Me Nappin by Andrea Litkei and Ervin Litkei
- I Won't Pretend by Ty Lemley
- Simply Irresistible by Robert Palmer
- It's Not Easy by Ofege
- Oh What Fun by Frederick George Charrosin
- Gather Up by Matt Berry
Season 3
- King of the Night Time World by Kiss
- My Guiding Heart by Ty Lemley
- Poppin Non-Stop by Photronique
- Night Moves by Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band
- Turn of a Card by Pony Sherrell
- Judgment Day by Lyle Divinsky
- Dangerous Affairs by Inon Zur
- Encore by Robbie Nevil
- Bolero for Dreamers by Frederick George Charrosin
- Words Of Advice by Material
Season 4
- Wonderful Tonite by Nik Ammar & Franklyn Hill
- Bublitchki by Andrea Litkei
- We Going Wild by BRM
- And Hell Followed With Him by IKILLYA
- Busybody by Robert Keys
- Hold Me Forever by Andrea Litkei
- Waltz for Miles by Geoffrey Gascoyne
- Make You a Believer by Jez Pike
- Mocktail Party by Ships
- Final Breath by Gregory Allan
Season 5
- Secrets in the Moonlight by Harry James
- Olympia by Giorgos Gevgelis
- It's Raining Men by The Weather Girls
- Little Sad Eyes by The Castells
- Flash News by Alessandro Alessandroni
- Jump Around by House of Pain
- Born Free by Roger Williams
- Kiss In The Morning by Lewis Deville
- Infidel Zombie by The Dickies
- In The Blood - 2020 Mix by Happy Mondays
The sixth and last season of What We Do in the Shadows premiered on FX on October 21, 2024, and will go on until December 16, 2024. Like the previous installments, the final season is also expected to feature some memorable tracks.
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