Reviewers note the song’s lyrics effectively mirror Dahmer's desperate loneliness and his pathological need to prevent people from leaving.
Watch the official trailer to see how the song is used to build tension: The music abruptly stops with the sound of
The use of in the trailer for Netflix’s DAHMER – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story is widely reviewed as a chilling example of using upbeat period music to create a disturbing contrast with horrific subject matter. Musical Impact and Analysis The placement led to a surge in popularity
In the trailer, the "sweet pop love song" plays as Dahmer enters his apartment with a victim. The music abruptly stops with the sound of a door locking, signifying the victim's entrapment. The music abruptly stops with the sound of
Beyond the trailer, the song appears in Episode 2 and Episode 3 during key moments, such as when Dahmer interacts with a stolen mannequin or lures victims from gay bars.
While many viewers find the song beautiful and classic, many now report "shivers" when hearing it due to its association with the series.
The placement led to a surge in popularity for the song on platforms like TikTok, drawing comparisons to the "Kate Bush effect" seen with Stranger Things . Viewer and Critic Reception