2024 trending audio for Reels and TikTok [updated weekly]
Keep up with the latest trending audio on Instagram Reels and TikTok. Get direct links to audio and see examples of how to use them effectively with your brand or clients.
Want to use trending audio but don't have the time to find them yourself? You're in luck! We update this blog every Friday with 5 options for trending audio on Instagram and 5 options for trending audio on TikTok.
What is trending audio?
Trending audio refers to sound clips, music tracks, or audio snippets that gain popularity and widespread usage on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram.
Because these audios often influence user-generated videos and become associated with specific trends, challenges, or memes, Instagram and TikTok take them seriously when ranking content.
This week's trending audio for Instagram Reels and how to use them
It’s about time - @jemafelicityrose
Want a cheeky way to promote your product or service? You can use this trending sound to do so. All you need to do is lipsync the first clip saying: “It’s about time you fell in love with something that will love you back.” For the second clip when it says “and that, my friend” you can use a transition clip that won’t give away from the reveal. When it says “is house music” you reveal what it is. Make sure to replace the text “house music” with what you are promoting. @getthereatx did a great way of promoting a different mode of transportation.
Original audio - @shelly.shells386
Sometimes you simply need audio to put behind your videos. This one is perfect for a vlog, a tiny edit or showcasing your products. @kathrynchristi perfectly showcased her outfits with this sound.
3,2,1,...(countdown) - @frenchfusemusic
This trending sound is perfect for a reveal or transformation. During the “3,2,1” countdown you can showcase the before. Make sure to add the text “POV: You finally did x”. When the beat drops you can reveal the transformation or the after. @businesssecretshub showcases how you can utilize this sound.
You know what? I could. - @goldenlifeofkenzo_
There are things you can do but simply do not want to. You can poke fun at those moments by using this audio. All you need to do is lip sync: “You know what? I could. I really could. But see the problem is I don’t want to.” Make sure to add text that highlights the statement you're responding to. For example: “Since you’re a social media manager you can just take my pictures”. Look at how @chezpeachy used this sound.
It’s raining men - @heysafo
The classic expectations vs reality trend. You can use this audio to debunk how easy it is to do your job. In the first clip, when it sings “It’s raining men,” you can showcase the expectations people have. Make sure to add text above: “How people think I do XYZ.” Once the song starts buffering you show the reality of your job with the text “How I actually do XYZ." This example by @hayasafo is a little bit too relatable.
This week's trending audio for TikTok and how to use them
I hate birthday cake - LADbibletv
You can make a positive spin on this sound. Instead of showcasing or highlighting something you hate, you can highlight your product of service. The same way @rhkbarsireland did showcasing their Nutella menu. All you have to do is compile a couple of clips of your product. The first clip should feature “I hate x”, which is your product or service. When Millie Bobby Brown says: “I hate birthday cake”, you can add a second clip, “cupcakes”, a third clip, “all kinds of cakes” your fourth clip”.
One Step At a Time - Karaoke Nyc
Sometimes you are on your way to do some very (un)serious business. Feel free to poke fun at that. Just have someone record a clip of you walking. Make sure to have a very serious expression on your face. Here’s a funny example by @socialhit_.
What did you do? - millsedits
This awkward moment when you have to make small talk with someone but you don’t know how to start the conversation. We’ve all been there. This sound is the perfect way to poke fun at it. Make sure you look a bit uncomfortable when lip-syncing the words “What did you do? Do you uhm. Did you wake up? Who . . . who did you hang out with? If you were to hang out with someone who were they.” @amaturingmillenial really embodied the awkwardness in their performance.
“How old are you?” “I’m 20” - Danielle Lim
Work is one of the places where you can become friends with people from different age groups. Pick a co-worker and use this sound to poke fun at your age gap, however big or small it is. The older co-worker can start off by saying, “How old are you?” The younger one can reply, “I’m 20.” Pan the camera back to the older coworker being shocked at their age. Here’s a great example by @asseenonsaroop.
“Omg, show it to me please, show it to me Rachel” – Colby
Do you have something you *need* people to see? Here’s your chance! This trending TikTok audio is the perfect opportunity for your brand to showcase a new product, look, office space, team member, influencer partner, and more. Check out an example by @joraandjoseph, where the on-screen copy reads “When he’s showing me a TikTok I definitely saw an hour ago but he’s a golden retriever and I don’t want to hurt his feelings.”
How to stay up to date with trending audio
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