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A must-see for longtime fans! Nostalgic classic songs that gained popularity on TikTok

TikTok has now become a staple medium.

Although it doesn’t have a particularly long history, trends shift extremely rapidly, and the popular songs change at a staggering pace every day.

This time, we’ve picked out tracks that became hits on TikTok and are so iconic they could be called hall-of-fame classics.

Even if you’re not well-versed in TikTok trends, you’ll find must-hear songs that everyone has likely encountered at least once.

A must-see for longtime fans! Nostalgic classic hits that went viral on TikTok (1–10)

Astronaut In The OceanMasked Wolf

Masked Wolf – Astronaut In The Ocean (Official Music Video)
Astronaut In The OceanMasked Wolf

Astronaut in the Ocean by Australian rapper Masked Wolf caught fire after NFL’s Patrick Mahomes used it on Instagram.

It dominated the R&B/Hip Hop chart for 12 weeks and reached No.

7 on the U.S.

Billboard Hot 100.

It also went viral on TikTok and was one of the most-streamed songs of 2021.

telepatíaKali Uchis

Kali Uchis – telepatía [Official Music Video]
telepatíaKali Uchis

Kali Uchis’s “telepatía,” a Spanish-language song about a long-distance romance, is a Latin hit that gained popularity on TikTok in 2021.

It spent 23 consecutive weeks on the U.S.

singles chart and was selected as Favorite Latin Song at the 2021 American Music Awards.

She also reportedly appeared at the New Year’s Eve Party, a year-end event hosted by TikTok.

Its R&B sound, brimming with Latin flavor, has really established a unique character.

CradlesSub Urban

Sub Urban – Cradles [Official Music Video]
CradlesSub Urban

When it comes to artists who became global stars thanks to TikTok, many people probably think of Sub Urban first.

He wasn’t just an artist who blew up on TikTok—he played a major role in popularizing the later gothic aesthetic.

There’s a hit Netflix series called Wednesday, and its vibe really aligns with the world of Sub Urban’s music.

Even from that perspective, you could say he was a visionary artist ahead of his time.

One of his iconic tracks is Cradles.

It’s a supremely tasteful song: gothic and dark in atmosphere, yet with an incredibly stylish drop.

InfinityJaymes Young

Jaymes Young – Infinity [Official Audio]
InfinityJaymes Young

James Young’s “Infinity” went viral as the BGM for TikTok challenge series and dominated charts worldwide.

Released as a single in 2017, it has been streamed over 700 million times and, as of 2022, has racked up more than 150 million views on YouTube, becoming a viral hit.

The album “Feel Something” also includes a piano version of “Infinity,” so be sure to compare the two!

Beggin’Måneskin

Måneskin – Beggin’ (Official Video)
Beggin’Måneskin

Måneskin is a rock band from Italy.

They gained popularity on the Italian version of the hit audition show X Factor, drew attention across Europe, then dropped a track that exploded on TikTok.

That song is Beggin’.

It’s a standout track that blends stoner rock and rap rock in a distinctive way, earning high praise from critics worldwide.

While TikTok can often make popularity come first, it’s rare to find songs where genuine skill and craftsmanship match the hype—so be sure to check this one out.