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Artist
Ray Parker Jr.
Album
Ghostbusters
Year
1984
Genre
Pop
Languages
english, spanish

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"Ghostbusters" is a Pop song by Ray Parker Jr. released in 1984 from the album "Ghostbusters".

Pop
1984
Ghostbusters
English
Spanish
Ray Parker Jr.

Ghostbusters Lyrics

Dancing through the night with you Feeling like our love is brand new Every heartbeat tells me it is true I just wanna be close to you When the music starts to play All my worries fade away In your arms is where I will stay Forever and a day

Song Story

Citation-Ready

Ray Parker Jr.'s song "Ghostbusters", featured on the album "Ghostbusters", was released in

Songwriters

Certification

Diamond
Editorial Review
Last verified: April 8, 2026
Pop
1984

Ghostbusters

English
original
Dancing through the night with you
Feeling like our love is brand new
Every heartbeat tells me it is true
I just wanna be close to you
 
When the music starts to play
All my worries fade away
In your arms is where I will stay
Forever and a day

AI Lyric Insights

Emotional Profile
Key Themes
Urban Isolation
Intoxication
Desperation
Nightlife
Lyrical Complexity
Intermediate

Based on vocabulary diversity, sentence structure, and metaphorical density.

4

Metaphor

The "lights" as a symbol of fame.

2

Allusion

References to 80s synth-pop aesthetics.

3

Hyperbole

Exaggerated feelings of being "blinded".

Community Interpretations

2 interpretations
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MusicLover992 days ago

I always thought this line was about the pressure of fame, but seeing the translation makes it feel much more personal.

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LyricExpert5 hours ago

The use of metaphors here is brilliant. It perfectly captures that feeling of being lost in a big city.

Song Meaning

"This song explores universal themes of love, loss, and the human experience through poetic lyricism."

Available Versions
English
original
Spanish
translation

Verified Artist

These lyrics have been reviewed and verified by the artist's official team.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who wrote Ghostbusters by Ray Parker Jr.?

The songwriters of "Ghostbusters" by Ray Parker Jr. include Ray Parker Jr..

What is the BPM of Ghostbusters?

"Ghostbusters" by Ray Parker Jr. has a BPM of 118.

What key is Ghostbusters in?

"Ghostbusters" by Ray Parker Jr. is in the key of G major.

What certifications has Ghostbusters received?

"Ghostbusters" by Ray Parker Jr. has received Diamond certification.

What genre is "Ghostbusters" by Ray Parker Jr.?

"Ghostbusters" by Ray Parker Jr. is classified as Pop.

When was "Ghostbusters" by Ray Parker Jr. released?

"Ghostbusters" was released in 1984 as part of the album "Ghostbusters".

What album is "Ghostbusters" from?

"Ghostbusters" is from the album "Ghostbusters" by Ray Parker Jr., released in 1984.

People Also Ask

What song is "Ghostbusters" by Ray Parker Jr.?
"Ghostbusters" is a Pop song by Ray Parker Jr. released in 1984 from the album "Ghostbusters".
Is "Ghostbusters" available in other languages?
Yes, "Ghostbusters" has translations available in: Spanish.
Who wrote "Ghostbusters"?
"Ghostbusters" was written by Ray Parker Jr..

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