TikTok's biggest trends right now (2025)

From lip-syncing battles, viral dance challenges, and cooking trends, TikTok trends have taken over the For You Page (FYP) by storm. Who else has tried Emily Mariko’s viral salmon rice bowl or casually referenced their low-effort meal as “girl dinner”?

But with new video trends like hashtags, TikTok sounds, and even video editing styles finding their way onto TikTok daily, it’s hard to keep track of what’s trending and what’s old news. That’s why we put together the ultimate TikTok trends list! Read on to explore TikTok trends right now and how to make TikTok videos from your desktop using Clipchamp video editor. 

TikTok trends: February 2025 (NEW)

‘Emergency contact’ trend 

Realizing who your emergency contact is has never been funnier. This trend plays on the moment of dread when you remember that the person responsible for your well-being might not be the best choice. Participants share clips of their friends, partners, or family members doing something chaotic, unreliable, or just plain silly - paired with the caption “Realizing [they] are your emergency contact.” It’s light-hearted, relatable, and perfect for roasting the people closest to you. To join in, grab a funny video (or record a new one), add the text overlay, and use the trending sound for maximum effect. Don’t forget to tag it with #EmergencyContact #POV #FYP to get it on the radar!

‘I met my younger self for coffee’ trend 

Get ready to cry and heal at the same time. This trend has people imagining a heart-to-heart with their younger selves, reflecting on how far they’ve come. Participants set up their videos as a fictional coffee meetup, writing out a conversation between their past and present selves. Some keep it wholesome and inspiring, while others add humor or a bittersweet twist. Film yourself somewhere that fits that moody aesthetic. Overlay a text-based conversation with your younger self and voiceover to stand out even more. Finally use the emotional original music to set the mood and post with #YoungerSelf #POV #GlowUp #FYP to get it seen. 

'Miss, you forgot something’ fashion trend 

Fans of fashion and clever editing, this one’s for you. The "Miss, You Forgot Something" trend is all about showing off seamless transition skills by gradually building an outfit or completing a makeup look piece-by-piece. Creators are using this trend to flex their before-and-after transformations, whether it’s going from pajamas to a full glam look or adding accessories to take an outfit to the next level. Start with a minimal look (bare face, casual clothes, or an incomplete outfit). Add each new element one-by-one using quick cuts. Time it to the original audio for maximum effect. Use hashtags like #MissYouForgotSomething #GlowUp #FYP to boost visibility. 

TikTok trends: January 2025 (NEW)

'Influencer confessions' trend 

The USA's proposed TikTok ban unsurprisingly inspired a trend on the platform. Unsure if they'll soon lose their accounts, many US-based influencers started confessing their trade secrets. The admissions varied from funny and harmless to downright scandalous. The initial 'ban' ended up lasting less than 24 hours, however there is still uncertainty for TikTok's future in the US. Got a confession to make? Join in by using the trend's Family Guy soundbite then include the hashtags #TikTokban and #confessions.

‘Dance it out’ dance trend

Sometimes, you’ve just got to dance the bad vibes away. That's how many TikTokers embraced the new year with this trending sound from Grey’s Anatomy. In the audio snippet, Christina tells Meredith to stop talking about her problems and to 'dance it out'. Many users have recorded themselves dancing with friends and family. Others have used the phrase as a New Year affirmation and the mood for 2025. Combine your version with animated text and subtitles including positive messages and inspiring quotes.

'Bad Bunny DTMF' audio trend 

2025 kicked off with Bad Bunny providing the theme music for fresh starts. The Puerto Rican singer’s new album ‘DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS' or 'I Should Have Taken More Photos' pays homage to his home country by fusing reggaeton and salsa. The nostalgic message is best represented by the title song. ‘DTMF’ went viral on TikTok as a bittersweet anthem for moving on from the past. Bad Bunny even joined in by recording his tearful reaction to the trend. Take part simply by filming yourself vibing to the song and feeling all the feels.

TikTok trends: December 2024

'2025 ins and outs' lists

Share your 2025 New year's resolutions by curating a highly personalized ins and out list. Following on from 2024, this trend gained steam on TikTok once again to stir up a conversation on the FYP. Some popular ins' have been trying journaling and auditing friendships, while some popular outs' have been using the phrase "demure" and toxic productivity. examples are. Simply record a casual clip of yourself and overlay your text to share your goals and join this TikTok trend.

'We listen and we don't judge' challenge

Everybody has a secret, but how often do they spill their secrets in front of the ones those secrets could hurt? This edgy TikTok trend is all about confessions. Some creators are sharing embarrasing facts about themselves by recording a 'we listen and we don't judge' clip alone, while some creators are testing their friendships and relationships by spilling their secrets in front of besties and partners. This trend follows a piece to camera basic recording style with minimal video editing to capture real-time reactions. Join the trend if you dare using the hashtag #welistenwedontjudge.

'Holding space' meme

TikTok has turned this popular therapy term into a moment for reflection and laughter. Fuelled by a confusing press tour interview for the mega musical movie Wicked, TikTokers are now using the phrase to share clips that range for empathetic to hilarious. Add the caption "holding space" on top of your video footage to make your viewers pause, reflect, or chuckle.

TikTok trends: November 2024

'Suspect' running challenge

Roast your friend or family member while they pretend to flee a crime in the playful ‘Suspect running’ challenge. This comedic trend features people taking turns narrating a humorous, third-person police-style description of their habits while the other runs away suspiciously. To really nail it, start each sentence with ‘Suspect does X.’ It’s often posted by couples, and it’s light-hearted but can get quickly out of hand. To participate, make sure you take part with someone who can have a chuckle at themselves!

'APT' dance challenge

What do you get when ROSÉ of K-pop group BLACKPINK links up with Bruno Mars for the lead single off her debut album? A trending TikTok dance, of course. The catchy throwback anthem about a classic Korean drinking game will get stuck in your head immediately. Expand your clapping along into a full choreographed routine just by following along with the dance tutorial then record your version. Bonus points if you mimic ROSÉ and Bruno’s head-nodding style from the ‘APT’ music video.

'That's my life' trending sound

Speaking of trending pop songs, Gracie Abrams has her own viral anthem. The folk-pop starlet’s single ‘That’s So True’ is lighting up streaming charts and TikTok feeds. A sped-up cut of the ‘That’s my life’ bridge from the song is being adopted as a soundtrack for vlog style highlights. To join in, use the trending sound and create a slideshow video to capture your life in under 20 seconds. The trend is essentially a twist on the classic 1 second everyday formula, scored to Gracie’s unapologetic lyrics.

TikTok trends: October 2024

'Pitch' challenge

Confident you can ‘pitch’ your singing skills against Charlie Puth? The Do Re Mi or ‘pitch challenge’ is the TikTok trend for you. The filter tests your singing pitch, where you need to sing the correct notes to guide a floating orange ball through an obstacle course. Think of it like the singing version of Flappy Bird – the 2014 internet-breaking iPhone game. To join in, just apply the filter and sing so the pitch meter stays in the middle to send the ball through the holes. Pro tip: your work isn’t finished when you hit the note, holding it is the tricky part!

'In the clurb' lip-sync trend

Beloved 2010s sitcom Broad City has gotten the TikTok lip-sync treatment for the ‘In the clurb’ trend. The 12-second audio snippet features Abbi asking Ilana if she knows some fellow clubgoers. Ilana responds with ‘No, but in da clurb, we all fam.’ However, the slang confuses Abbi, and the misunderstanding escalates from there. The awkward humor has been applied to lots of different scenarios by TikTok users. Even Sabrina Carpenter joined in! To take part, choose a real-life situation where someone else might not understand what ‘we all fam’ means.

'October theory' trend

Why wait until January to hit reset when you can do so before the current year finishes? That’s the thinking behind the ‘October theory’ trend. TikTok users have embraced the changing of the seasons as the perfect time to self-reflect and set new goals for the last 90 days of the year. It’s quite open to interpretation how you can partake. To join in on the trend, you just need to share your ‘October theory’ goals alongside some self-improvement visuals and inspiring music. 

TikTok trends: September 2024

‘Gen Z marketing script’ trend 

‘Gen Z marketing script’ is a marketing trend that understood the assignment. Businesses and companies are giving their bland ad video scripts a Gen Z makeover, and the results will send you. The trend first went viral after Fyfield Manor B&B in the UK shared a TikTok where their owner gave a tour using Gen Z phrases. The viral trend then attracted international attention with big-name brands joining in. Join the trend by writing your job’s next social media video, loading it with slang, and recruiting an older employee with a strong poker face. This trend’s been so popular it appears to have spawned a spin-off trend, #britishcore…

‘Cucumber salad’ food challenge 

How many different cucumber salads can you whip up? Time to grab a cucumber, an assortment of condiments, and join in on TikTok’s latest viral food challenge. It all started with Logan Moffitt, known known as 'cucumber guy,' and his inspired cucumber salad creations. To join in just follow Logan’s formula. Slice an entire cucumber into a deli container. Add some ingredients like soy sauce, fish sauce, and MSG (obviously). Then give it a good shake. Just be careful with the slicing, as some unlucky followers of the trend have injured themselves!  

‘Water bottle challenge’ trend

This trend is for couples wanting to create some mesmerizing visuals scored to a romantic soundtrack. To join in on the trend you just need to poke some holes in the top of a water bottle and ask your partner to lift you up and spin you around. Then apply a slow-motion effect and add a lovey dovey song. It’s a simple trend to join but it produces some dazzling results. Add some cool lighting tricks like the bokeh effect or other filters for your spin on the trend (pun intended… sorry not sorry).  

TikTok trends: August 2024

‘Be demure’ trend

‘Very demure, very mindful' is a satirical trend started by TikTok creator Jools Lebron in her video ‘how to be demure at work’ where she gives quick tips for how to be ‘reserved, modest, and shy'. It became a celebration of being understated but fierce, in contrast to ‘brat summer’ (more below). It’s very easy to join the trend and use the phrase in every context from professional work meetings to making lunch. Join the trend by being unapologetically stylish while enjoying saying the words ‘demure’, ‘very cutesy’, and ‘very mindful’ a lot.

B-girl ‘Raygun’ dance trend

The debut of breakdancing as an Olympic sport became the defining moment of the 2024 Paris Olympics…in an unexpected way. The games delivered no shortage of memes, from Turkey’s blasé sharpshooter to China’s Zhou Yaqin’s adorable podium celebration, and a whole lot of Snoop Dogg. But the winner of the meme Olympics was undoubtedly Australian breakdancer Dr. Rachael Gunn aka B-Girl Raygun who broke the internet with her unique dance moves and fashion sense. Responses to her breakdancing style varied from admiration to criticism with thousands of posts using the #raygun hashtag.

Join the dance meme trend by copying some of Raygun’s memorable moves like the Kangaroo Hop and the Sweep, overlaying it with witty or slice of life text overlays.

‘Give me my money’ prank trend

This viral practical joke has been unleashed on unsuspecting victims in more than 100k+ TikToks, including Will Smith and Idris Elba. The way to play is simple. Gather a small circle of friends and explain that the aim of the game is for everyone to take turns saying ‘just give me my money’ in a funny voice, and then everyone needs to clap enthusiastically. Repeat until you reach the one person who's not in on the prank. Instead of clapping, everyone has to stare at them awkwardly. To join the trend, gather some friends and choose who the unlucky target may be!

TikTok trends: July 2024

NSYNC ‘Bye Bye Bye’ dance trend

Stranger Things introduced Gen Z to Kate Bush and Metallica. Nathan ‘Doggface’ Apodaca and his skateboard returned Fleetwood Mac to public consciousness. The latest retro song with choreography to be resurrected is NSYNC’s ‘Bye Bye Bye’, courtesy of the hilarious solo dance sequence during the opening credits of the latest MCU movie, Deadpool & Wolverine. The scene returned the song to music charts and spawned a TikTok dance trend. There’s plenty of tutorials available so dance along to join the trend.

‘Brat summer’ trend

British pop megastar Charli XCX’s sixth album ‘Brat’ has kicked off a season of lime green spoilt, cool-girl attitude. The release’s minimalist album artwork featuring ‘brat green’ has made the color the dominant hue of Summer which has also started a fashion craze. The ‘Brat summer’ look links to any fashion or attitude that encapsulates the Y2K bratty spirit of grungy, party-girl vibes. Brat summer is a lifestyle, and anybody can join the trend by posting their best ‘brat’ fits with Charli XCX music as the soundtrack. You can also edit your brat summer video with the glitch effect or color filter for that ‘slime green’ Y2K look in Clipchamp.

‘Apple’ dance trend

The crowning glory of Charli XCX’s Brat girl summer trend is the ‘Apple’ dance. Many of the album’s songs are all over TikTok, but content creator Kelley Heyer improvised some simple but fun choreography to the track. Charli herself took the dance for a spin and then creators all over the globe started showcasing their best ‘Brat girl summer’ threads and attitude while performing the dance. To join the trend, you just need to throw on a ‘brat summer’ outfit and hit the counts of the dance. Don’t forget to speed up your video and hit the leg pop at the end to be extra brat.

TikTok trends: June 2024

Bridgerton photo filter

Channel your delulu and transport yourself into the world of Bridgerton with this official TikTok photo filter. Created to celebrate the launch of the historical romance drama's third season on Netflix, anyone on TikTok can join this photo trend—no song or dance to learn. With the second part of the drama scheduled to drop in June 2024, this trend is going to keep growing. If you want to make more 3D photos for TikTok, explore this guide.

TikTok trends: May 2024

'Espresso' dance challenge

This tune by Sabrina Carpenter is the song of summer! The catchy chorus comes with fun choreography, that's taken over TikTok. There are beginner-friendly and advanced versions of her steps making the rounds on TikTok. There's also an Espresso TikTok makeup trend, if that's how you'd like to join the trend instead and follow this guide to learn how to make a GRWM video in minutes.

'Open up the door' audio

This snippet from an unreleased Billie Eilish song is being used by women on TikTok as a coming out song. Users are sharing an experience from their past that made them realize they are a part of the LGBTQIA+ community, by lip syncing to the tune and using text overlays to share the situation. This trend is just in time for Pride Month celebrations.

'Barbara’s Rhubarb Bar' dance challenge

'Barbaras Rhabarberbar', is a trending German rap song on TikTok. It translates to 'Barbara’s Rhubarb Bar' and has its origins in a classic German tongue-twister. Join in the trend by the music duo Bodo Wartke and Marty Fischer by grabbing your best friend or making a couple dance TikTok, like this one. Win bonus points for lip syncing the German lyrics accurately, especially if that's not your native language.

TikTok trends: April 2024  

'Rock, paper, scissors, shoot' food challenge

Grab some burgers, fries and a friend to join you in this viral TikTok food challenge. In this challenge, whoever wins the game of rock, paper and scissors must eat the food, while the loser must run a lap and be back for the next game. Do this until the food runs out or till one of the players surrenders! This food challenge is usually done outdoors like in a parking lot or park. If you want to join this longform TikTok video challenge, get inspired by this viral TikTok.

'Hello sharks' audio

The theme song of the reality TV show Shark Tank is trending! Create your unique business offer for your imaginary panel of investors (or TikTok viewers) asking for whatever your heart desires—sweet treats for $5 in exchange for a slice, trips to Hawaii in exchange for all the gossip—the options are endless. You can also use your outfit for comic effect and dress for the occasion in a suit. You never know, Barbara Corcoran might end up making you a deal in the comments section.

TikTok trends: March 2024

'Nobody knows me like you do' audio

This tune combines the most fun bits of TikTok—lip syncs and relatable captions. Grab your best friend, sibling or anyone who you share an experience with and perform a passionate lip sync to this 2021 Birdy hit. Talk about a niche habit to make your TikTok stand out but don't get too specific as it still has to be relatable to go viral.

'Hold my hand' audio

'Standing in a crowded room..' it's hard not to sing along when this trending song starts! There are many versions of this dance meme trend making the rounds, including a dad and daughter edition. In this version, the daughter stands in the middle of the room lip syncing while standing still while the dad appears on screen now and then doing a funny dance or after an outfit swap. Get inspired by browsing the audio hashtag and looking at this trending example.

'The older you get' audio

Daniel Seavey shared a preview of his upcoming song and it struck a chord with TikTok users. Inspired by his lyrics, users are sharing a slideshow video about wishing they could be 16 forever. To join this trend, share a photo slideshow. Add a photo of you at age 16 in slide one and share a photo of your favorite band that no longer sings together in slide two. Check out this trending example. Meanwhile, enjoy the tune!

TikTok trends: February 2024

'Unwritten remix' audio

Natasha Bedingfield's 2004 hit 'Unwritten' has been featured in the romcom 'Anyone but you' and has soared back up the music charts and on TikTok. Since the movie released, creators have been posting videos dancing to the tune as they exit the movie theater, or in the car ride home. Since then, the nostalgic viral tune has had a variety of content like dance tutorials and POV memes. Create your own take on the trending audio— you may even get a duet where Natasha Bedingfield reacts to your TikTok.

'Texting' audio

Create a video with this trending audio to show that you don't take yourself too seriously. Answer the question 'what are you doing?' with a lip sync to this sound and add a caption that describes a situation where you might feel a bit awkward admitting what you're doing on your phone. This could be anything from scrolling through social media during a chat with your friend to watching cat videos instead of doing work.

Superbowl halftime show prediction

In 2023, Rihanna's performance at the Superbowl took TikTok by storm with memes, recreations and reaction videos. This year, creators have started a trend to predict what the musical set by Usher would look like during the Superbowl halftime show. These TikTok videos are on the longer side, and you can feature yourself narrating through the performance, singing well as (trying to) dance like Usher.

TikTok trends: January 2024  

‘Yes, and?’ audio 

Ariana Grande's newly launched song has taken TikTok by storm, featuring in dance challenges and relatable memes. Both the sped up and slowed down version of this song are popular for creating memes about judgemental comments users have received. Add some eyerolls with this lip-syncing trend, make the caption personal and share your unique take. You can also make separate 'yes, and?' reaction clips and combine them into a montage video. Show the world that you won't let anyone bring you down with the ‘yes, and?’ trend. 

‘In and out’ list videos

Say goodbye to traditional New Year's resolutions and hello to ‘in and out’ lists. TikTok users are creating these highly personalized lists of what they want for their 2024 selves. For example, some creators are saying goodbye to bad habits and welcoming more self-care activities. Share your ‘in and out’ lists to stir up a conversation on the For You page. Simply record a casual clip of yourself and overlay your text side-by-side. 

‘Murder on the dancefloor’ audio 

Recently featured in the film 'Saltburn', this classic 2001 dance hit from Sophie Ellis-Bextor has made a comeback on TikTok. Inspired by the movie, users record themselves dancing to this trending audio through their home, hotel room or any location that has a luxurious and old money aesthetic. You can hop on the ‘Murder on the dancefloor’ trend by shaking a leg as you do your home tour. Feel free to put your unique twist on the location to stand out.  

Iconic TikTok trends you should know

TikTok users have a unique sense of humor and creativity and make trends about absolutely anything. From the Roman empire trend to just ‘going with the flow’ comedy trends, 2022 and 2023 had some funny TikTok trends you need to know about. Let’s look down memory lane at some TikTok trending sounds and dance challenges that were at the heart of TikTok across the years. Some of these video trends are still circulating the For You Page (FYP) today!

'I can buy myself flowers' audio 

In January 2023, Miley Cyrus’ top hit I can buy myself flowers turned into one of the most viral trending TikTok songs. From girls dancing with their own bunch of flowers to dogs walking on their own, the song can be added to any video. It called upon all independent individuals! Watch the various takes on this trend here. 

Barbie’s ‘Ken-enough’ dance challenge 

Margot Robbie’s Barbie movie took over the internet in March, 2023. The popular TikTok dancers @brookieandjessie caught onto the trend early and made a dance routine to Ryan Gosling’s ‘I’m just Ken’ song. The sound went viral, with millions of other creators tried the dance. Watch the dance challenge here.    

Taylor Swift audios 

In honor of Taylor Swift’s Eras tour, creators turned popular Taylor Swift songs into trending sounds across 2023, starting from June. From showcasing children, partners, and even pets, TikTok users had endless options when it came to creating a highlight video representing the love of their life. Watch wholesome videos from the trend here.   

The Roman Empire trend 

In September 2023, TikTok users asked their boyfriend or husband how often they think about the Roman Empire and secretly recorded their answer. With soft background music, captions, and humorous overlay text, this trend was easy to create. Watch an example here. 

Flashback video edit

February was the month of reminiscing and creating flashback videos with the Lil Nas X song ‘That’s what I want’ that went viral in 2022. The TikTok trend highlighted a mix of short video clips and image slideshows to share the past and the present. Watch the Flashback TikTok video here. 

Inverted camera filter

In April, 2022, the inverted camera trend went viral on TikTok for showing creators how symmetrical or asymmetrical their faces were. This trend either boosted your self-esteem or really hurt your confidence. Watch the inverted camera video trend here. 

Lady Gaga’s Paparazzi audio

The September of 2022 was the home of Lady Gaga’s #paparazzi TikTok trend with creators turning a sound from the musician’s live performance into a viral meme video. Watch the paparazzi TikTok trend here.  

Wednesday Addams’ dance challenge

The quirky dance from the Netflix show ‘Wednesday’ became a viral dance challenge in December, 2022. The song ‘I’ll dance with my hands’ became an instant favorite for TikTok users. Watch the dance challenge TikTok trend here.  

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