Popular and hit songs trending on TikTok

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Started performing in bands in junior high school. Influenced by Japanese rock and UK rock, spent over 10 years continuing band activities while creating original songs. Later began producing Vocaloid tracks using Hatsune Miku, with total plays of released songs surpassing 10,000. Has five years of experience writing for music magazines. Currently works as a music writer, director, and composer, keeping a ground-level perspective on the scene by attending live shows across Japan. Now performs at live houses in Tokyo, showcasing guitar playing centered on acoustic guitar and informed by knowledge of chord analysis and guitar scales. Also writes leveraging a broad knowledge of music genres.

When it comes to social media that’s essential for understanding today’s music trends, TikTok is the first that comes to mind.

From dance and karaoke clips to all kinds of unique videos, countless posts are shared every day.

In this article, we’ve gathered a wide range of music genres that are popular on TikTok.

Each track features catchy, memorable phrases that are sure to get stuck in your head.

Be sure to check out these hits that capture listeners’ hearts through dance, vocals, melodies, and more.

Popular and trending songs on TikTok (101–110)

HapichocoFRUITS ZIPPER

[MV] FRUITS ZIPPER “Happy Choco”

HapichocoFRUITS ZIPPER

[Dance Practice] FRUITS ZIPPER – Happy Choco

The female idol group FRUITS ZIPPER, which gained attention after their song “Watashi no Ichiban Kawaii Tokoro” went viral on social media, released “Happy Choco” in 2023—a love song that captures the feelings of women on Valentine’s Day.

The choreography features cute moves inspired by making chocolate for someone special and confessing one’s feelings.

It’s a dance number that drew attention on TikTok, with dance videos set to the chorus phrases that sing of overflowing love.

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Sukitchu no! (feat. Kapi)HONEY WORKS

Sukittyu-no! (feat. Capi) / HoneyWorks

Sukitchu no! (feat. Kapi)HONEY WORKS

HoneyWorks is a creator unit gaining attention through internet-centered activities such as TikTok and YouTube.

Their 2023 release “Sukicchu-no!” is a song that portrays a girl’s honest feelings of love.

Saori Hayami, who sang the viral SNS hit “Kawaikute Gomen,” serves as the vocalist, and as part of a collaboration project, Kapi also performs a vocal version.

Set to a rhythmic band arrangement, it’s a love song that strings together words of affection for one’s oshi (favorite idol/person).

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FLOWERJISOO

JISOO – ‘꽃(FLOWER)’ M/V

FLOWERJISOO

Jisoo, a member of the K-pop girl group BLACKPINK—who are also popular in Japan—and an artist active as a solo performer, is well-known for BLACKPINK’s sharp, hip-hop-based sound.

As a soloist, however, she has mainly released dance music, and her track “FLOWER” became a global hit.

Its memorable hook is a key attraction, and it appears to be widely used in YouTube Shorts, especially in before-and-after style videos featuring women’s makeup transformations.

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MakebaJAIN

Jain – Makeba (Official Video)

MakebaJAIN

Jain is a French singer-songwriter who has gained popularity for her sophisticated musical style.

Her 2015 release “Makeba” enjoyed a revival hit through TikTok.

It’s also highly popular on YouTube Shorts, and its distinctive melody—minimal yet subtly unsettling—is used across many types of videos.

It seems to be especially common in surreal clips.

Be sure to check it out.

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SevenJung Kook

정국 (Jung Kook) ‘Seven (feat. Latto)’ Official MV

SevenJung Kook

A refreshing dance track that fuses UK garage and pop elements has been delivered by Jung Kook.

Released in July 2023, the song conveys a passionate desire to spend every day from Monday to Sunday with a beloved partner.

Blending gentle, soaring vocals with a breezy melody, the track becomes even more captivating with a feature from American rapper Latto.

The music video stars Korean actress Han So-hee, who portrays a sweet yet bittersweet love story.

It’s a perfect pick for those looking to create choreography for events like school festivals.

Its rhythmic sound and catchy phrases are memorable, brimming with an irresistible energy that makes you want to move.

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Popular and hit songs trending on TikTok (111–120)

Despacito ft. Daddy YankeeLuis Fonsi

Luis Fonsi – Despacito ft. Daddy Yankee

Despacito ft. Daddy YankeeLuis Fonsi

The most successful Latin music hit in the world, “Despacito ft.

Daddy Yankee.” This work by Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee transcended the Spanish-speaking world and became popular worldwide.

Many people in Japan are probably familiar with it as well.

It has long been popular in short videos, and recently Daddy Yankee’s part seems to be frequently used as background music.

It appears in the middle of the track, so be sure to check it out.

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If We Ever Broke UpMae Stephens

Mae Stephens – If We Ever Broke Up (Official Video)

If We Ever Broke UpMae Stephens

Mae Stephens is a British singer-songwriter who has gained worldwide fame through TikTok.

The work that propelled her to stardom is “If We Ever Broke Up.” After it started being used on TikTok, the song quickly climbed to the top of charts around the world, and it has also become highly popular on YouTube Shorts.

Its groovy, smooth melody pairs well with virtually any video, and it’s used as background music across a wide range of genres.

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