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 on desktop using Clipchamp video editor. 

TikTok trends: October 2025 (NEW)

‘Spooky Halloween’ trend

As Halloween season approaches, TikTok creators are going all in on spooky sounds. Time to show off that costume and those decorations with the perfect trending audio to boost visibility. Get inspiration from Halloween video ideas to create more spooky videos.

‘Siren head funk dance’ trend

Sticking with the Halloween theme, this returning trend is heating up again, just in time for spooky season. The trending audio features a creepy tune with a cracking sound that TikTok creators love to pair with a neck cracking dance move. The cracking sound can even be used for a non-spooky creative visual transformation.

‘Everyone who knows me knows you’ trend

A tearjerker TikTok trend for October is the perfect way to pay tribute to a current or past friendship. Use a text overlay that reads “everyone knows me knows you btw” and pair with video footage or photos showing off how close you and your best friend are.

TikTok trends: September 2025 (NEW)

 'I like how I look' trend

Jessie Murph's "I Like How I Look" is climbing the trending charts this September, inspiring a popular three-slide format. Creators use a simple visual progression: two solo shots highlighting their confidence, followed by a final reveal featuring them alongside their favorite person, pet, or passion. The trend celebrates both self-love and meaningful connections, with the timing perfectly synced to the song's lyrics.

'Wherever the wind takes you' trend

This silly September trend uses a wind sound effect as the perfect excuse for 'accidentally' ending up somewhere you secretly wanted to be all along. Whether the destination is the drive-thru, online shopping, or their ex's social media. The comedy comes from playfully dodging responsibility while pretending an invisible force guided your mischievous choices.

'Unfortunately, I do love...' trend

This confessional-style trend has creators sharing their most relatable 'red flags' in a brutally honest list format. Set to this trending track, TikTokers overlay text listing all their questionable habits, guilty pleasures, and chaotic tendencies with the header 'Unfortunately, I do love...' as creators bond over shared flaws like overspending, gossiping, or making impulsive decisions.

TikTok trends: August 2025

'Imposter challenge' trend

This guessing game video is guaranteed to entertain your viewers. The imposter challenge trend is one of those rare group trends which is fun to plan, record, and stay for the comments. Gather your family, friends, or coworkers and choose a fun topic and dress in a theme so everyone blends in. Next, download the Imposter Who? app to randomly pick a word and get assigned. Add text overlays to confuse the audience about who the imposter is and lead up to an unexpected reveal.

'Make a change' trend

Join this heartwarming August TikTok trend to inspire viewers and share your personal journey of recovery. Whether it was ill health or heartbreak, create a montage video or fast slideshow video of your before-and-after and end with footage of being happy and healthy. Use the trend soundtrack which is Michael Jackson’s "Man in the Mirror", to create a reflective and motivational mood.

'Sweep her off her feet' audio trend

Romance isn't dead when tunes like Beyonce's song “All Night” are trending. A cute TikTok couples trend for August is recording a video of a couple walking from behind, when one partner lifts the other off their feet in the middle of the walk. Add slow motion to the video for an extra romantic touch.

TikTok trends: July 2025

'That’s awesome, congratulations' trend

The absurd contrast between how we react to major life events and trivial entertainment is hilariously exposed by this July TikTok trend. In lip sync videos with this audio, creators respond to news like weddings or babies with a flat, “that’s awesome, congratulations.” But when someone casually mentions starting a new TV show, they erupt with, “you’re in for the greatest journey of your life!”. To make the punchline land, be sure to add a text overlay showing what you're commenting on.

'Let down' audio trend

A Radiohead song that's almost three-decades-old is making a comeback as the go-to emotional anthem for TikTokers. All you need to join this trend is to pair it with some meaningful footage like a slideshow or a time-lapse video and an emotional caption.

'My name is Pink and I’m really glad to meet you' trend

This lip sync trend focuses on the differences between us and how those differences can create wonderful things when brought together. Most creators are showcasing how they're opposites with their siblings, friends, and partners. Record each other shaking hands with the lip sync audio and add text about the interesting situation you're in.

TikTok trends: June 2025

'Goodnight' trend

A feel-good June trend started with grown men calling their best friends to wish them goodnight, with hilarious confusion following. As all good trends do, it evolved as other types of awkward relationship pairings joined in. Just remember to fix poor quality footage to elevate your TikTok video.

 'Loving you on my mind' audio trend

Couples are swooning their way into TikTok feeds with soft, romantic montages set to Chris Stapleton’s heartfelt song Loving You On My Mind. But as always, TikTok’s dueling spirit shines: single users are flipping the trend with sarcastic or dramatic stitches, lamenting their love lives to the very same tune.

'Man of the year' audio trend

Creators are airing out relationship red flags using confessional-style videos set to Lorde's number one trending song. This trend blends text overlay storytelling with a touch of dramatic irony, as creators reveal moments where their ex's behavior made them rethink everything. Users are even adding voice recordings, screenshots, and chat overlays to their video.

TikTok trends: May 2025

‘Lorde is back’ audio trend

New Zealand’s Grammy-winning Queen of alternative pop has returned with her new single ‘What Was That.’ Lorde debuted her comeback song by shutting down Washington Square Park in New York City. Her fans responded by making the song a TikTok trending sound overnight. To join in, vibe out to the tune however you choose: reaction videos, sing and dance along clips, and GRWM videos.

'100 men vs 1 gorilla' trend

The internet loves hypothetical debates. The latest philosophical argument for the ages is ‘could 100 people defeat a single gorilla?’ Starting from a subreddit in 2020, the question resurfaced this year then got covered by MrBeast. It's since inspired millions of theories and skits, but the question remains largely unanswered. Add your breakdown from simple stitches to elaborate simulations and add text overlays to display statistics.

‘You can ask for flowers’ audio trend

It’s never just modern songs getting the viral treatment. Connie Francis’s 1962 song ‘Pretty Little Baby’ has been rediscovered in this retro and comedic trend. Content varies from sincere nostalgia to humorous irony. You can participate with any TikTok style from skin and fitness routines to vlog highlights. Film any slow motion scene and embrace the sincerity or do something chaotic for a satirical twist.

TikTok trends: April 2025

'Probably needed a hug' trend

This TikTok trend is all about letting your guard down. When you’re in a vulnerable place, instead of hiding away, turn on the camera. Paired with an emotional vocal, this is such a powerful trend because it’s so relatable and cathartic. You can get creative with the video's conclusion, like adding text that says, “but instead I went to the gym” or double down on the tragedy with something similar to, “and I still do”. 

'Get up offa that thing' dance trend

A classic James Brown song found new fans on TikTok, with people breaking out their best freestyle dance moves. Why not make your video stand out from the crowd with a vintage VHS effect? No choreography routine is involved in this one, so let your moves speak for themselves and make James proud.

'The story you’re about to see' trend

Simply post a video clip mouthing the words to this track, paired with a text overlay describing a moment where you’re stuck retelling an old story or falling into a classic habit. Aim to capture a sense of shared experience, making the audience feel like they aren't alone in their quirky, sometimes annoying, or repetitive habits. The more relatable, the better.

TikTok trends: March 2025

'Pop out at one in the morning' dance challenge

So, you like dancing, but you don’t particularly enjoy learning complicated choreography? One of March’s biggest dance trends couldn’t be simpler. Freestyle moves to the ultra-catchy 1 AM by Civ, preferably filmed with authentic neon-lit streets. Don't forget to add a retro filter to videos to enhance the moody aesthetic.

'I tried to be the Moon' before and after trend

This is an easy TikTok trend to capitalize on if you've recently changed your hairstyle and hair color. Record a video of you with a dark hair color, then add the text overlay “I tried to be the moon”. Combine this video clip with the second video of yourself with lighter hair and change the text to: “But I am the sun”. What if you feel your darker look suits you more? No problem, just flip it around, “I tried to be the sun. But I am the moon".

'A moment that felt like Hozier’s yell' comedy trend

Currently at the top of TikTok's music charts is Northern Attitude by Noah Kahan and Hozier that's become the soundtrack for creators to highlight an epic moment from their life in a video. Whether it's a skydive or a perfect parallel park, simply edit a video clip into a highlight video and add text. Want to edit the audio from a video? Consider using AI noise suppression or removing audio from video in Clipchamp video editor.

TikTok trends: February 2025

‘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 silly, paired with the caption “Realizing [they] are your emergency contact.” To join in, find a funny video or record a new one, add text overlays, and use the trending sound for maximum effect.

‘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.

'Miss, you forgot something’ fashion trend

Fans of fashion and clever video editing, this one’s for you. The 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 showcase before-and-after transformations, whether it’s going from pajamas to a full glam or adding accessories to take an outfit. Start with a minimal look, then add each new element one-by-one using quick video cuts.

TikTok trends: January 2025

'Influencer confessions' trend 

The USA's proposed TikTok ban unsurprisingly inspired a trend on the platform and many US-based influencers started confessing their secrets. 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 creators 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 

‘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 singing along, or sharing a more heartfelt story.

TikTok trends: December 2024

'2025 ins and outs' lists

Share 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 word 'demure' and toxic productivity. examples are. Simply record a casual clip of yourself and overlay text to share goals and join this TikTok trend.

'We listen and we don't judge' challenge

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.

'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, creators 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 laugh.

TikTok trends: November 2024

'Suspect' running challenge

Make fun of a 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.

'APT' dance challenge

The catchy throwback anthem about a classic Korean game will get stuck in your head immediately. Expand 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

The folk-pop starlet’s single ‘That’s So True’ is lighting up streaming charts and TikTok feeds. A sped-up cut of 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 one second everyday formula, scored to Gracie’s unapologetic lyrics.

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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