Top Trending TikTok Sounds Right Now (December 2022)

Deborah
December 14, 2022
Trending TikTok sounds: group of dancers dancing

Wrap up your year of videos by using trending TikTok sounds that’ll show viewers you’re part of the conversation. Start with these 14 sounds and songs.

It's the holiday season, but that doesn't mean social media is taking a break. In fact, it's an ideal time to get your content across to fresh eyes and potential new customers or clients when you use trending TikTok sounds. Studies show that 70% of U.S. consumers, especially younger people, use at least one social media platform for shopping inspiration during holiday periods.

So if you're trying to find some new ways to promote end-of-the-season sales or reach a new audience, stay with us as we count down the latest trending TikTok sounds.

14 Trending TikTok Sounds to Boost Your Content

Trending TikTok sounds: women dancing on a black background

If you want to make your TikTok videos go viral, keep up with the latest TikTok trends. And remember — the most popular songs on TikTok can come from established as well as new artists. 

Here are some TikTok viral sounds and songs that can help get your videos noticed:

1. “The Great War” by Taylor Swift

There is a great war among Taylor Swift fans to get their tickets for Swift’s upcoming tour, and fans are using this song to mirror the rush. She released this popular song as a bonus track in her new album, “Midnights” (3 am edition). Perform the dance moves, lip sync to the sweet soul-crushing lyrics, or use a POV text overlay to tell your own story that matches one of the lines in the song.

Don’t forget to use the hashtag “thegreatwar.”

2. “Made You Look” by Meghan Trainor

Woman posing at the camera

This sped-up version of Meghan’s song is great for transitioning between makeup looks and outfits. However, it works just as well for anyone who wants to change the lyrics to communicate their scenario using text overlays.

You can also create a video using the original sound — go ahead and knock our socks off twice.

3. “Rich Flex” by Drake and 21 Savage

It’s a real flex for a song to go viral on TikTok in the first month of its release. But surely, Drake isn't new to it.

For product-based content creators, play the catchy chorus of this trending song in the background of your tutorials. For lifestyle content creators, use text overlay to paint funny situations where you ask a favor from your friend or sibling, when the line “21, can you do somethin’ for me?” plays.

4. “Anti-Hero” by Bleachers, Roosevelt, and Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift is making a double entry for yet another trending song topping the music charts across boards, from Spotify playlists to the Billboard Hot 100 chart

You can use text overlay to communicate a situation in which you have found yourself the culprit. Share a relatable or funny misdemeanor.

5. “Confidence” by Lux-Inspira

Play this trending sound over your TikTok videos to create an upbeat vibe. It’s a fun song that can be used across content types. So explore your creativity with POV videos, vlogs, how-to videos, etc, and add the song as background audio to boost reach to other TikTok users.

6. “ZEE” by ZEE (I need to clear my head)

Use this trending sound clip to create transitions. The audience will expect a slow progression, but make it fun by switching to another activity where you feel at peace, whether it’s painting, horseback riding, or watching Netflix. The awe factor is in the sudden transition. Make your transition as smooth as you can by editing to precision.

Leave the text overlay “I need to clear my head” until you switch scenes. It works best for travel vlogs or videos involving sudden context switches.

7. Why You Asking All Them Questions

Flex your facial muscles with this popular TikTok song. It's fun, but it has the potential to bring you lots of fans – ask Bella Poarch who got famous on TikTok by making faces.

Using facial expressions only, contort your features to represent the questions “Where? Who?…” in the trending TikTok sound.

8. “Mellifluous” by Randhy Yanas

“Mellifluous” is the perfect title for such a soothing song. Now's the perfect time to use this trending TikTok sound, because there are only about 4,000 TikTok videos that feature the audio. It's approved for business use and is great for showcasing your behind-the-scenes clips, vlogs, and recipes. Add the sound as background audio, even if you do a voiceover.

9. Original sound by goldenbiscuit.tx

This trending TikTok sound is a cute, paw-inspired sound. Add some good vibes to your timeline with cute videos of your pet. Another idea is to use text overlay to share charming mischiefs you’re guilty of.

10. “Crazy” by Gnarls Barkley

Singer Natalie Jane inspired this trend accompanying this trending song. And she has amassed over 15 million views on her viral video where she sings the bridge of “Crazy.” CeeLo Green, a member of the brand Gnarls Barkley, even made a duet and admitted she sang the song better than he did.

If you're a lifestyle creator, try it out or make an attempt. Just be sure to leave an impression, no matter how off-key you are. If it's funny, it's a win.

11. “Unholy” by Sam Smith & Kim Petras

This song has been on the trend tables for months now and shows no sign of slowing. Use this trending song to create smooth transitions between outfits and makeup looks. It would also work great for artsy creators and designers. Showcase your designs and products.

12. Kai Cenat "I Don't Care" - Club Remix

Block the negativity with this viral sound. Use text overlay to explain something people say about you, and lip sync the words “I put this shoulder up... I put this shoulder up… and I drop em… because I don’t care.” 

If you’re a service-based brand or influencer, you could address comments about the price of your services. Remember to use your body language.

13. “The Night We Met” by Lord Huron

Play this somber sound to reflect on life lessons or memories, using throwback videos or calm imagery and reflective text. If you're selling a product or service, play the sound as a low background audio product over videos, how-tos, or DIYs.

14. “Spin You Around” by Rocco

You can use this song in a variety of ways, from get-ready-with-me vlogs to cooking videos. Play this trending TikTok sound over tutorials, vlogs, and photos to create a relaxing ambiance.

8 Christmas Songs to Add Holiday Spirit to Your Videos

Group of friends happily holding some sparklers

What better way to introduce a Christmas offer or create holiday-specific content than with trending Christmas songs? Here are the top trending Christmas songs you can play as background audio to boost your videos.

1. “Jingle Bell Rock” by Bobby Helms

2. “It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas” by Perry Como & The Fontane Sisters

3. “Holly Jolly Christmas” by Michael Bublé

4. “All I Want for Christmas” Is You by Mariah Carey

5. Christmas song "Let's decorate"

6. “Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree” by Brenda Lee

7. “The Christmas Song (Merry Christmas to You)” by Nat King Cole Trio

8. “You're A Mean One, Mr. Grinch” by Thurl Ravenscroft

Ace the Game With Trending TikTok Sounds

Music is an integral part of the TikTok app. By using popular TikTok sounds or trending songs, you can create popular videos and experience exponential growth. Some trends have a longer peak period, so be sure to visit the previous compilation and save the trending audio. In case you missed them, here are the trending TikTok sounds for October and November.

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