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Somebody's Watching Me!

Get ready for a spooky song that made people feel like someone was always watching them!

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I always feel like somebody's watching me! HSS!

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I always feel like somebody's watching me...
I always feel like somebody's watching me

Key Facts

Song Type
Pop song with a spooky, mysterious vibe.
Release Year
1983.
Featured Singers
Michael Jackson and Jermaine Jackson (uncredited).
Chart Success
Reached number 1 in Belgium, France, and Spain.
Fun Fact
Michael Jackson sang on the song, but his name wasn't on the record!

Who's Singing That Spooky Song?

Imagine a song that makes you feel a little bit wiggly, like maybe someone is peeking from behind the curtains! That's what 'Somebody's Watching Me' is all about. It's a super catchy song that came out a long, long time ago, in 1983. A singer named Rockwell wrote and sang it. It was so popular that it became a big hit all over the world, like a super popular toy that everyone wants!

When the Music Started!

This song was like the first big star from Rockwell's very first album. It was released in December, right around the holidays! It was so cool that even famous singers like Michael Jackson and his brother Jermaine helped out with the singing, even though their names weren't on the record!

It was like getting surprise guests at your birthday party. The song was a smash hit, topping music charts in places like France and Spain.

Why It's a Halloween Favorite!

This song is perfect for Halloween because it has a mysterious, slightly spooky feeling. It makes you think about what might be hiding in the shadows. Even today, grown-ups still play it when they want to feel a little bit scared and excited.

It's been called a 'paranoia-rock anthem,' which means it's a song that makes you feel a bit worried but in a fun, musical way. It's a song that sticks with you!

Singing All Around the World!

This song wasn't just popular in one place; it was a global superstar! It climbed to the top of the music charts in countries like Belgium, France, and Spain. It was also a big hit in Canada, Germany, and even here in the United States, reaching the top 5! In the United Kingdom, it reached number 6, which is super high. It's Rockwell's only song to become so famous there!

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