Composer

:

Ray Parker, Jr.

Genre

:

Vocal

Style

:

Vocal Music

Compose Date

:

ca. 1984

Average_duration

:

4:08

"Ghostbusters!" is a song composed by Ray Parker, Jr. in 1984 for the movie of the same name. The song was released as a single and became a massive hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and staying there for three weeks. It was also nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Song. The song has a catchy, upbeat melody and features a memorable chorus that repeats the title phrase. The lyrics describe the Ghostbusters team and their mission to catch ghosts and save the world from supernatural threats. The song's playful tone and humorous lyrics perfectly capture the spirit of the movie. "Ghostbusters!" is composed in the key of B-flat major and has a moderate tempo of 115 beats per minute. The song features a simple chord progression and a straightforward structure, with a verse-chorus-verse-chorus-bridge-chorus format. The instrumentation includes electric guitar, bass, drums, and synthesizers, with a horn section adding a funky, jazzy feel to the song. The song's premiere was in 1984, coinciding with the release of the movie. The music video for the song features Parker performing the song in a haunted house, interspersed with clips from the movie. The video was a hit on MTV and helped to further popularize the song. "Ghostbusters!" has become a cultural phenomenon, with the song and its iconic chorus being instantly recognizable to people of all ages. The song has been covered and parodied countless times, and has been featured in numerous movies, TV shows, and commercials. Its enduring popularity is a testament to its catchy melody, playful lyrics, and timeless appeal.

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