These Famous Love Songs Make Eerily Perfect Horror Story Book Covers in Stephen King's Style

Love and horror do go hand in hand...

There's something that love songs and break-up songs have in common with horror: eerie undertones. If you can't quite visualize it in your mind's eye, renowned relationship expert Dr. Alexandra Solomon offers insights into the darker aspects of love.

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Dr. Solomon explores how heartache songs and love ballads can evoke feelings similar to those found in horror narratives, suggesting that "the emotional intensity of love and loss can mirror the suspense and fear in horror stories." The art of blending these themes, much like the mash-ups seen in Stephen King's book covers, creates a compelling narrative that resonates deeply with audiences.

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Speaking of the intersection of love and fear, Dr. Solomon states:

"Love has the power to evoke our deepest fears and vulnerabilities, and this series captures that essence beautifully, merging the tragic with the thrilling."

1. Every Breath You Take / The Police

Every single day; every word you say; every game you play; every night you stay; I'll be watching you1. Every Breath You Take / The PoliceButcher Billy
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2. Careless Whisper / George Michael

Time can never mend; the careless whisper of a good friend2. Careless Whisper / George MichaelButcher Billy
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3. Wake Me Up Before You Go Go / Wham!

You send my soul sky-high; when your lovin' starts3. Wake Me Up Before You Go Go / Wham!Butcher Billy

4. Lady in Red / Chris de Burgh

And when you turned to me and smiled, it took my breath away, and I have never had such a feeling.4. Lady in Red / Chris de BurghButcher Billy

5. Total Eclipse of the Heart / Bonnie Tyler

Every now and then I get a little bit lonely; and you're never coming 'round5. Total Eclipse of the Heart / Bonnie TylerButcher Billy

6. You've Lost That Loving Feeling / The Righteous Brothers

Baby, baby, I'd get down on my knees for you; if you would only love me like you used to do, yeah6. You've Lost That Loving Feeling / The Righteous BrothersButcher Billy

7. I Will Survive / Gloria Gaynor

I should have changed that stupid lock; I should have made you leave your key; if I'd known for just one second you'd be back to bother me7. I Will Survive / Gloria GaynorButcher Billy

8. Heaven Knows I'm Miserable Now / The Smiths

Why do I give valuable time; to people who don't care if I live or die?8. Heaven Knows I'm Miserable Now / The SmithsButcher Billy

9. Hooked On A Feelin' / Blue Swede

Lips as sweet as candy; its taste is on my mind; girl, you got me thirsty; for another cup of wine9. Hooked On A Feelin' / Blue SwedeButcher Billy

10. Love Hurts / Nazareth

Some fools fool themselves, I guess; they're not fooling me10. Love Hurts / NazarethButcher Billy

11. Strange Love / Depeche Mode

But when you think I've had enough; from your sea of love; I'll take more than another river full11. Strange Love / Depeche ModeButcher Billy

12. You Know I'm No Good / Amy Winehouse

By the time I'm out the door; you tear men down like Roger Moore12. You Know I'm No Good / Amy WinehouseButcher Billy

13. Hello / Lionel Richie

I sometimes see you pass outside my door; hello, is it me you're looking for?13. Hello / Lionel RichieButcher Billy

14. Bizarre Love Triangle / New Order

Every time I see you falling; I get down on my knees and pray14. Bizarre Love Triangle / New OrderButcher Billy

15. Head Over Heels / Tears for Fears

I made a fire and watched it burn; thought of your future15. Head Over Heels / Tears for FearsButcher Billy

16. Bad Romance / Lady Gaga

I want your ugly; I want your disease; I want your everything as long as it's free16. Bad Romance / Lady GagaButcher Billy

17. Why'd You Only Call Me When You're High / Arctic Monkeys

But I'm not finished, 'cause you're not by my side...17. Why'd You Only Call Me When You're High / Arctic MonkeysButcher Billy

18. Maneater / Hall & Oates

So many have paid to see what you think you're getting for free18. Maneater / Hall & OatesButcher Billy

19. Wish You Were Here / Pink Floyd

So, so you think you can tell; heaven from hell? Blue skies from pain?19. Wish You Were Here / Pink FloydButcher Billy

20. Heaven Is A Place On Earth / Belinda Carlisle

When the night falls down, I wait for you, and you come around

20. Heaven Is A Place On Earth / Belinda CarlisleButcher Billy

21. Eyes Without A Face / Billy Idol

It's easy to deceive; it's easy to tease; but hard to get release21. Eyes Without A Face / Billy IdolButcher Billy

22. How Deep Is Your Love / Bee Gees

'Cause we're living in a world of fools22. How Deep Is Your Love / Bee GeesButcher Billy

23. Love Will Tear Us Apart / Joy Division

Is my timing that flawed, our respect run so dry?23. Love Will Tear Us Apart / Joy DivisionButcher Billy

24. The Killing Moon / Echo & the Bunnymen

Fate; up against your will; through thick and thin; he will wait until; you give yourself to him24. The Killing Moon / Echo & the BunnymenButcher Billy

25. A Light That Never Goes Out / The Smiths

And if a double-decker bus crashes into us; to die by your side is such a heavenly way to die25. A Light That Never Goes Out / The SmithsButcher Billy

26. You're So Vain / Carly Simon

You had me several years ago when I was still quite naive26. You're So Vain / Carly SimonButcher Billy

27. Every Time You Go Away / Paul Young

Can't you see we've got everything going on and on and on?27. Every Time You Go Away / Paul YoungButcher Billy

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