The Cheat Sheet

How ‘I Put a Spell on You’ Inspired a Paul McCartney Song

One of the few classic rock songs from the 1950s that younger people have heard is Screamin’ Jay Hawkins’ “I Put a Spell on You.” Paul McCartney wrote a solo track that drew inspiration from that tune ...
Alternative Press

QUIZ: Do you remember the lyrics to “I Put A Spell On You” from ‘Hocus Pocus’?

It’s nearing Halloween, which means it’s time for Hocus Pocus to be a part of our regular weekly viewing from now until Oct. 31. Hocus Pocus is one of the most classic Halloween films of all time, ...
American Songwriter

The Story Behind “I Put a Spell on You” by Screamin’ Jay Hawkins

Allegedly, Hawkins was going to record what would become his signature hit as a love song, but producer Arnold Maxin was responsible for changing the sonic direction. “[He] got everybody drunk and we ...
Decider

Kelly Clarkson’s ‘Hocus Pocus’ Performance of “I Put A Spell On You” is the Real Graveyard Smash

Kelly Clarkson sure knows how to get into the Halloween spirit. Today, The Kelly Clarkson Show host payed homage to Halloween classic Hocus Pocus with a spooky rendition of “I Put A Spell On You” by ...
Variety

Hear ‘American Idol’ Alum Casey Abrams Cover ‘I Put a Spell on You’ (EXCLUSIVE)

The night Casey Abrams was voted off of “American Idol” on season 10, he went out with a bang, covering the 1956 classic “I Put a Spell on You” with such ferocity as if to promise he would be back.