LVCRFT is the sinister spawn of spooky-obsessed hitmakers, united to create… Read Full Bio ↴LVCRFT is the sinister spawn of spooky-obsessed hitmakers, united to create a soundtrack of ghoulish bops all year long – culminating in an annual album of brand new, original Halloween music featuring a who’s who of hymns, hits and horror.

Summoned to our realm by an coven of creepy music creators collectively responsible for crafting iconic records for the likes of Britney Spears, Amy Winehouse, Madonna, Mariah Carey, Kylie Minogue, Sean Paul, Santigold, Jennifer Lopez, Scissor Sisters, Jason Derulo, Luis Fonsi, Charli XCX and countless others, LVCRFT was formed by the multi-faceted trio Evan “Kidd” Bogart (Lil Punkin’), most notably responsible for crafting hit songs for the living including Beyonce’s GRAMMY-Award Winning “Halo” and Rihanna’s Worldwide #1 “SOS” — Amanda “MNDR” Warner (DeepKutz), the Electro-Pop pioneer who brought us Mark Ronson’s hit “Bang Bang Bang” and Flume’s “Like Water” from the GRAMMY-Award Winning album Skin — and GRAMMY-Award Winning record producer Peter Wade (Norman Crates).

Rounding out the crypt of yearly paranormal players are Scott Hoffman (Ghost M’lone), better known as Babydaddy of Scissors Sisters-fame, Arista Records recording artist Sarah Barrios (Scary Ana Grande), R&B-upstart Romell (DejaVudu) and veteran award-winning music producer Justin Gray (Count Trackula).

Candyman
LVCRFT Lyrics

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Oohh
Oohh wawawa
Oohh wawawa
Oohh wawawa
Oohh

When the night is calling
That's when I come out

Crawling up from six feet under buried underground
Don't you try and fool me
You can run and hide
But I know you'll come running to me 'cause I have what you like

(Gather 'round)
Let me tell you why
I got the best candy that you'll ever find
(Nothing's free)
But for tonight
The Candyman'll give you anything you like

(Trick or treat)
Give me something good to eat
(Trick or treat)
Alright alright alright
(Trick or treat)
Give me something good to eat
(Trick or treat)
Hey
Alright alright alright

Oohh
Oohh wawawa
Oohh wawawa
Oohh wawawa
Oohh

If you ask politely
I'll take you to a place
The ghostest with the mostest asks you if you want a taste

(Gather 'round)
Let me tell you why
I got the best candy that you'll ever find
(Nothing's free)
But for tonight
The Candyman'll give you anything you like
(Gather 'round)
Let me tell you why
I got the best candy that you'll ever find
(Nothing's free)
But for tonight
The Candyman'll give you anything you like

(Trick or treat)
Give me something good to eat
(Trick or treat)
Alright alright alright
(Trick or treat)
Give me something good to eat
(Trick or treat)
Hey
Alright alright alright

Yeah
Yeah
Yeah
Yeah
Yeah
We, yeah we, want that candy, man
Yeah
We, yeah we, want that candy, give me candy, man
Yeah
We, yeah we, want that candy, man
Yeah
We, yeah we, want that candy, give me candy, man
Yeah

(Trick or treat)
Give me something good to eat
(Trick or treat)
Alright alright alright
(Trick or treat)
Give me something good to eat
(Trick or treat)
Hey
Alright alright alright
(Trick or treat)
Give me something good to eat
(Trick or treat)
Alright alright alright
(Trick or treat)
Give me something good to eat
(Trick or treat)

Hey
Alright alright alright

Overall Meaning

The lyrics for LVCRFT's song "Candyman" appear to be about a mysterious figure who only emerges at night and promises to give people what they want as long as they ask politely. The Candyman claims to have the best candy that anyone will ever find, and if someone wants to taste it, they must come to his place. The song encourages people to ask for what they want, as the Candyman will give them anything they desire for just one night.

The lyrics suggest there is a tradeoff for the Candyman's generosity; "nothing's free," and he only appears at night. The words "trick or treat" also appear throughout the song, which implies that there may be a darker, more sinister side to the Candyman's dealings. It could be a subtle nod to the tradition of trick-or-treating on Halloween, where children dress up in costumes and ask for candy and treats.

Overall, the song paints a picture of a mystical figure who haunts the night and is willing to offer up whatever people desire in exchange for something in return. It is a catchy and upbeat tune that will get people moving, even if the lyrics are somewhat ominous.

Line by Line Meaning

When the night is calling
When darkness falls

That's when I come out
That's when I, the Candyman, emerge

Crawling up from six feet under buried underground
Rising up from my grave

Don't you try and fool me
Don't try to deceive me

You can run and hide
You can try to escape

But I know you'll come running to me 'cause I have what you like
But you'll return to me because I have what you desire

(Gather 'round)
(Listen up)

Let me tell you why
I'll explain to you

I got the best candy that you'll ever find
I possess the sweetest treats

(Nothing's free)
(It comes at a cost)

But for tonight
But tonight only

The Candyman'll give you anything you like
I'll provide you with whatever you desire

(Trick or treat)
(Halloween tradition)

Give me something good to eat
Provide me with something delectable

Alright alright alright
Repeated expression of excitement

Hey
Exclamation of excitement or urgency

If you ask politely
If you request with courtesy

I'll take you to a place
I'll bring you to a location

The ghostest with the mostest asks you if you want a taste
The most powerful ghost invites you to try my treats

We, yeah we, want that candy, man
We really desire your candy

Give me something good to eat
Provide me with something delectable

Trick or treat
Halloween tradition

Writer(s): Scott David Hoffman, Trevis Romell, Peter Wade, Sarah Elizabeth Barrios

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