June 29, 2025
How to Find Trending TikTok Sounds
Before you even hit record, TikTok sounds are already deciding your video’s fate. They’re the scroll-stoppers, the vibe-setters, and the viral-makers.
According to a breakdown of TikTok’s audio insights, as of the latest data, a massive 93% of TikTok users leave the sound on while browsing—showing just how important audio is to driving attention and engagement.
It’s not always easy to find TikTok audio at the peak of its popularity and no one wants to use a phased-out sound on a clip they finally got just right.
In this blog, we’re breaking down exactly how to find trending TikTok songs and sounds while they’re still hot. You’ll learn where to look, what to watch for, and how to jump on the right audio before it fizzles out.
Whether you’re a content creator, social media manager, or business owner, this guide will help you stay ahead of the next big sound trend.
Browse TikTok’s Creative Center
TikTok’s Creative Center is your data-driven best friend. You can sort by region, category, and even look at the fastest-growing sounds in real time. Look for the “Breakout” label and pay attention to usage spikes over the last 7 days.
Use TikTok’s Search Function
Use TikTok like a search engine:
- Tap the magnifying glass
- Type in “viral sound”
- Tap the “Sounds” tab
- Scroll through sounds marked “popular“
- Tap the “video icon” to instantly add it to your content
Lean Into TikTok’s Audio Recommendations
When you upload a video, TikTok automatically recommends sounds that fit the vibe of your content. Just tap the “+” button, upload your clip, and hit “Add Sound” and you will get curated audio suggestions based on your content.
Explore TikTok’s Sound Playlists
TikTok organizes audio into playlists like “Viral Hits”, “New Music Friday,” and genre-specific sets. You can find them by going to the sound search, tapping “Discover more sounds,” and exploring TikTok-curated libraries.
Follow Trend-Spotter Accounts
Creators like @brettwolkey track trending TikTok audio and share daily or weekly roundups. These accounts give you a shortcut to finding relevant, rising sounds before they fully break out.
Use Tools Like Tokchart
Sites like Tokchart monitor audio usage across TikTok. Use them to validate trends you’re spotting in real time.
Track CapCut Template Trends
A ton of trending TikToks use CapCut templates. Search “CapCut template” or #capcut on TikTok to find videos you can instantly replicate, sounds included.
Watch What’s Trending on Other Platforms
Often, a sound will heat up on Reels around the same time it is on TikTok. Open Instagram Reels, tap the music icon, and check out the “Trending” tab to get inspiration.
Check TikTok Playlists on Spotify
TikTok has an official Spotify account where they curate trending TikTok songs into playlists. You can also search “TikTok viral songs 2025” on Spotify to find the most current hits.
Want to Make Sure Your Video Doesn’t Flop?
Finding the right sound is just one part of the equation. If you want your TikTok to actually perform, the format has to hit too.
Don’t guess, go download our Social Video Guidelines to make sure your content is built to stop the scroll. It breaks down everything from aspect ratios to average durations by platform so you’re not just chasing trends.
Go Get Started
The fastest way to fall behind on TikTok is to chase trends late. Sounds move fast, and catching them early means more reach, better engagement, and a higher chance your content will hit the algorithm jackpot. Use these tools and tips to not only find what’s trending, but to ride that wave before it crashes.
Bookmark the TikTok Creative Center. Follow audio-forward creators. Track trend data weekly. And when in doubt? If you hear the same sound twice in a scroll, save it.
You’re probably already late, so go get started!