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
I am KKW - arshyyy111
Sometimes, we need to wear multiple hats during the day. This audio is a perfect way to showcase all that you do. You can start of by introducing your main profession "I'm Kim Kardashian West" and add your second role with "I'm a mother", your third with "millionaire," your fourth with "law student" and your last one with "and billionaire." Look at how many hats this realtor is wearing.
Original audio - victor2_y
This audio is the perfect sound for a comeback. You can use it to showcase a product that is back in stock or to poke fun at something you haven't done in a while by lip syncing, "Okay guys we're back! Did you miss us? 'Cuz we missed you." Take a look at Sara's comeback.
Original audio - juliakcrist
What is an opinion in your industry that you don't agree with? You can highlight that by using this audio. Make sure to use a piece of tape as a prop. Then say the words, "It's for your mouth. Let me know if you need a bigger piece." Check out Amba's take on this trend.
Original audio - pxlesthetics
For this trend, you'll need to start with a statement during the chaotic part of the sound: "I don't know how you [something you do daily within your niche] everyday." Once it shifts to the nice part, you show your job with the caption "my brain when I [something you do daily within your niche]." You can see how much The Lightheart Coffee Shop loves making coffees. This sound has been trending for a couple of weeks and can definitely still be used.
This week's trending audio for TikTok and how to use them
Original sound -Chief Green Screens
Dua Lipa gave us an iconic sound where she gasps after reading something and then says, "We won't be doing that." What is something in your line of work that you get requested to do but absolutely refuse to? Take a look at Billie & Ari's big no-no.
Original sound - Bella ࿔
What's something you should be freaking out about, but when you give it some deeper thought is actually not that big of a deal? You can make light of it with this audio pretending to be in a coming of age movie. Check out Dr. Miami's hilarious take on the trend.
Original sound - Alex and Jon
There are moments in life when you just need space and people won't give it to you. You can make fun of it by using this sound. Make sure you have at least two people: one who's going to be Ken and the other Barbie. Start off with a bored Ken who lip syncs, "What am I supposed to do?" This only works if Barbie gets increasingly more annoyed. Look at Brightkins Pet's example.
Youre gonna choke Love Is Blind - Netflix
Love is Blind season 6 has been blessing us with tons of drama and an iconic trending sound. You can use this to dramatize an event someone has missed out on by saying: "When you see and realize what you missed out on . . . you are going to CHOKE". Take a look at Julia's dramatic take on this trend.
Sonido original - NLS MODELS
If you haven't hopped onto the Glambot trend, this is your moment to shine. The Glambot originated from celebrity red carpet events such as the Oscars and has been a fan-favourite for years now. Everyone is hopping onto the trend and re-creating their own homemade versions at home (or the office). All you have to do is model in front of the camera while turning around. Make sure to put the video in slow motion. The team at Born Social killed this trend.
How to stay up to date with trending audio
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