10 Trending TikTok Sounds And How To Use Them (Updated Monthly)

The right song can make or break your TikTok content. Whether the audio is part of a specific TikTok trend or simply adds the perfect vibe to a song, TikTok sounds set the mood for your content and can even help direct your content to the right audience. 

In TikTok marketing, sounds play a crucial role in how brands capture attention and connect with viewers. A trending audio can push your content to new audiences, boost engagement, and make your brand feel part of the cultural moment.

On a platform where the right sound can make or break your content, finding the perfect song to complement your content can seem like a daunting task. To make your search for the perfect sound easier, we’ve rounded up the 10 most popular songs trending across TikTok right now and update them every month.

1. Ghosts ‘n’ Stuff (Original Instrumental Mix) - deadmau5 (24.6K Videos) 

This song is approved for business use and is an electronic instrumental song that’s perfect for building hype or adding to energetic content. On TikTok, it’s commonly used for high-energy moments, big reveals, or transformation clips. This makes it a great option for brands and creators who want to grab attention without the interference of lyrics. 

Audio: Ghosts ‘n’ Stuff - deadmau5

2. Sabrina Carpenter - Nobody’s Son (18.2K Videos) 

This particular section from the song ‘Nobody’s Son’ from Sabrina Carpenter’s recently released album ‘Man’s Best Friend’ is taking off on social media. This song also has a trend associated with it, with people doing anything from high-fiving, kicking, swinging their purse, or even axe-throwing, like the example below, during the ‘whip’ audio.

Tip → Keep your eyes peeled when trending artists, like Sabrina Carpenter, drop new music. It’s highly likely that singles or other songs from the album will become hits, making them perfect for early adopters or small brands that want to get ahead of a trend. 

Audio: Nobody's Son - Sabrina Carpenter 

3. House Tour - Sabrina Carpenter (66.3K Videos)

Are you surprised to see another Sabrina Carpenter song on this list? With no stranger to trending on TikTok, Carpenter’s ‘House Tour’ is perfect for a range of content from dances, beauty tutorials, and yes, even actual house tours. It’s also becoming a go-to track for lifestyle creators to show snippets of their day, from home decor ideas to morning routines. The song’s playful tone makes it easy to pair with lighthearted, fun content.

Audio: House Tour - Sabrina Carpenter

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4. Pretty Little Baby - Connie Francis (2.4M Videos)

Connie Francis's 1962 track "Pretty Little Baby" has experienced sustained visibility on TikTok, featuring in over 2.4 million videos. Users often pair the song with content showcasing fashion, family, or nostalgic themes. Celebrities like Kim Kardashian and Kylie Jenner have contributed to its popularity by lip-syncing to the track. 

Audio: Pretty Little Baby - Connie Francis

5. Christmas Is Coming - DM Production (2.3M Videos) 

Yes, November can feel early to ring in the holidays; however, many audiences are planning their holiday wishlists, or just getting in the spirit early. Plan to create holiday content in the Fall and share throughout November and December (sometimes, the right piece of content can even have life in the hazy period between Hannukah, Christmas, and the New Year. Use this instrumental, bell-filled song in any sort of Christmas content. Think baking tutorials, decorating inspiration, or even holiday jokes. 

Audio: Christmas is Coming - DM Production

6. Maui Wowie - Kid Cudi (550.9K Videos) 

This Kid Cudi song is having a second life on TikTok, spawned when user @aaronxbrownn lip-synced to the track while swinging from a light post. Can you hang from a light post or from anything, really? Then this is an easy trend to participate in. If you’re a brand attempting to reach Gen Z and aren’t confined to ‘approved for business use’ sounds, use the song to back behind-the-scenes or product-focused content, or, if you’re a fashionor retail brand, leverage and engage with UGC from creators wearing your brand (like the example from creator Katie Fang below) or style some different outfits and have your social team partake in the trend. 

Audio: Original sound - PAPO

7. Gameday (Radio Edit) - Mardyny (246K Videos)

Gameday is another trending song approved for business use, and is especially fitting for sports brands looking to build excitement and anticipation in their TikTok content. It’s perfect for celebrating the hype of game day, on the field or off, regardless of which sport you’re playing. Brands outside of the sports industry can get creative by using the song in video content that hypes up founders, employees, and other brand advocates you’re spotlighting on TikTok. 

Audio: Gameday (Radio Edit) - Mardyny

8. Mountain Life (240K Videos) 

This song is approved for business use and is perfect for travel industry brands. The song is a calm, serene, and folksy tune that lends itself to mountain ranges and gorgeous landscapes. Use this instrumental when spotlighting magnificent scenery, or try it with homey content, like baking content or cozy interiors. 

Audio: Mountain Life - Art Music

9. Let You Know (14.7K Videos) 

As of writing, this song has the perfect amount of views for early adopters. It’s not oversaturated, but is trending across a variety of content. The best part? It’s approved for business use. Right now, ‘Let You Know’ is being used across sports industry content, interviews, and retail content. While the song does contain lyrics, it’s great muted in the background of videos with their own audio, but is best in instructional videos where the audio can shine on its own. 

Audio: Let You Know - Petit Biscuit

10. ominous - insensible

The song ‘ominous’ by Insensible is approved for business use and has a strong foothold on TikTok, often used to create suspenseful and cinematic moods. It has dark, ambient tones, yet pairs well with a variety of content like moody edits or creative transitions, making it a favorite to build atmosphere in a variety of video content. 

Audio: ominous - insensible

Have you ever had ‘Boy’s a Liar’, ‘Pretty Little Baby’, or ‘Please Please Please’ stuck in your head on an infinite loop? It’s highly likely that’s because of TikTok. Trending sounds hold weight on social media, and when brands and creators tap into a popular audio trend, their videos become part of a larger conversation that TikTok’s algorithm is already prioritizing. 

Here are some other reasons why trending songs on TikTok are important: 

• They boost discoverability by helping content join trending conversations that the algorithm favors.
• They tap into shared cultural moments that make videos feel current and relatable.
• They give brands a creative framework that’s easy to remix and adapt.
• They can increase watch time since users are more likely to engage with familiar sounds and TikTok trends.

With so many sounds circulating on TikTok, it can be difficult to balance becoming an early adopter of trends and incorporating trending sounds that can propel your content to the FYP. Some trending songs on TikTok stick around longer than others, so knowing where to look can make all the difference when planning your content. Here are some must-check spots to look when sourcing trending TikTok sounds. 

Use TikTok Creative Center

The TikTok Creative Center is one of the best (and easiest) tools for identifying current and emerging trends, especially if you’re a brand with a TikTok business account and are limited to songs with an ‘approved for business use’ designation. 

Within the ‘Music’ section, you can sort by region, industry, and performance metrics like usage growth or play count to drill down to the most relevant trending songs. It’s also a great way to uncover sounds gaining traction before they peak.

Use TikTok Recommendations

Consider TikTok’s FYP a personalized window into what’s trending. Your FYP is informed by the TikTok algorithm and is catered to your likes, dislikes, and content that similar users prefer, meaning it’s highly likely that any songs that appear repeatedly or simply catch your attention will resonate with your audience, too. 

Explore Spotify and Apple Music Playlists

While not every popular song will make its way to trending status on TikTok, it’s safe to say that many do. Follow different playlists curated by Spotify that share popular music, or go a step further and follow different playlists curated specifically with TikTok in mind. Combing through these playlists is a great place to start if you’re interested in incorporating trending songs into your content. 

Look at Trending Instagram Reels Songs

Instagram Reels often share overlapping audio trends with TikTok, but sometimes songs trend there first. Scrolling through Reels is a great chance to find song opportunities that you might not have seen on TikTok yet. If you have an Instagram business account, you can access the ‘Trending Audios’ tab in your professional dashboard to scope out what’s trending. 

Pay Attention to Billboard 100 

Chart-topping songs often influence what’s popular on TikTok. While not every Billboard hit becomes a viral sound, many do. Watching which tracks are rising on the Hot 100 can help you anticipate what might trend next on the app.

What are the most popular sounds on TikTok?

Popular TikTok sounds change quickly, but they usually come from trending songs, viral snippets, memes, or original creator audio. You can find them by exploring TikTok’s “Sounds” tab or checking what’s trending on the For You page.

How do you download TikTok sounds?

You can’t officially download sounds directly from TikTok, but you can favorite or save them within the app to use later. If you need a sound for editing outside the app, you can use TikTok’s web version or third-party tools, just be sure you have rights to use the audio. 

How do I trim a sound on TikTok?

When adding a sound to your video, tap the ‘scissors’ icon to open the trimming tool. From there, you can drag the waveform to start or end the audio exactly where you want it to play.

Can you add two sounds to a TikTok?

You can’t layer two TikTok sounds natively, but you can combine music and original audio by recording voiceovers, adding sound effects, or editing your clips in a third-party app before uploading.

Can you block a sound on TikTok?

TikTok doesn’t let you block individual sounds, but you can tap ‘Not interested’ on videos using a sound to train your algorithm to show fewer of them over time.

How do I Duet on TikTok with sound?

When creating a TikTok duet, make sure the “Use original sound” option is toggled on. This lets you include both your own voice and the original video’s sound in your Duet. You can adjust the volume balance before posting.

Which trending sounds are royalty-free or approved for commercial use? 

Most trending sounds on TikTok are not cleared for commercial use. Brands and businesses should familiarize themselves with TikTok’s Community Guidelines and use TikTok’s ‘Commercial Music Library’, which includes pre-approved, royalty-free tracks specifically for marketing and business accounts.

Do videos using trending sounds perform better than non-trend sounds?

Generally, yes. Videos that use trending or recognizable sounds are more likely to appear on the For You page because the algorithm connects users through shared audio behavior. However, performance depends on timing, creativity, and how naturally the sound fits your content.

How long do TikTok sound trends typically last? ​​

Most sound trends last one to three weeks before engagement drops off, though some linger for months if they spark strong meme potential or cross into multiple niches. The key is to act quickly while a sound is peaking.

How do you make a sound on TikTok?

To make your own custom sound on TikTok, follow these steps: 

• Upload or film your content, including the original sound you want to create. 
• Click ‘Add Sound’ at the top of the recording screen. 
• From there, you can click your added sound to preview it. 
• Next, click the ‘Favorites’ button to save your sound, or ‘Edit’ if you’d like to make further adjustments to the clip.