TikTok songs used in glow-up videos | Featuring both Japanese and Western tracks!
TikTok has now become a completely commonplace tool.
New trends are born every day, but many people may feel they can’t keep up with how quickly those trends change.
For those people, we’ve picked out songs used in TikTok “glow-up” videos.
We’ve focused on the latest tracks, so if you don’t want to miss the trend, this is a must-see!
Please take your time and enjoy!
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Songs used in TikTok glow-up videos | Featuring both Japanese and Western tracks! (1–10)
INDUSTRY BABYLil Nas X, Jack Harlow
INDUSTRY BABY is a classic collaboration between Lil Nas X, a rapper from the United States, and fellow American rapper Jack Harlow.
Its distinctive beat has gained popularity and is often used in TikTok glow-up videos.
The song, which drew attention for its especially impactful music video, also works great as BGM to make your video itself more striking.
Plus, the punchlines are excellent, so be sure to check out the Japanese translation as well.
As It WasHarry Styles
Harry Styles, a member of the British boy band One Direction who is now thriving as a solo singer-songwriter.
His songs, which are hugely popular with younger generations, are often used on social media platforms like TikTok.
Among them, “As It Was” has an up-tempo vibe and is especially popular in videos featuring glow-up makeup.
It tends to be used more with bold, distinctive colors or cosplay-style makeup rather than simple looks.
The song’s lyrics themselves—conveying the message, “You know it’s not the same as it was”—match perfectly with the glow-up theme.
So Hot You’re Hurting My FeelingsCaroline Polachek
Caroline Polachek is a singer-songwriter from New York.
Her 2019 release “So Hot You’re Hurting My Feelings” is a popular track often used in videos featuring chic makeup looks.
It’s a very stylish song, and it seems many TikTokers play it quietly as background music while doing their makeup.
Caroline’s exotic vocals make a strong impression, and yet the song also has a light, breezy feel that helps you focus—an intriguing combination, isn’t it?
About Damn TimeLizzo
Rapper Lizzo, who is also active as an actress, released the hit song “About Damn Time” in 2022.
The track is often used in videos with a strong impact—like dramatic hairstyle transformations that really elevate a look.
It’s also popular as background music for makeup videos, where the funky vibe perfectly captures the excitement of how different cosmetics can change the mood.
The music video, in which Lizzo herself dramatically transforms from casual clothes into a glamorous outfit, is also highly entertaining—be sure to check it out!
DaisyAshnikko
Ashnikko, an American singer-songwriter who rose to fame on TikTok, has garnered overwhelming popularity among younger generations with her distinctive visuals and trend-forward, drop-focused sound.
Every track she releases becomes a hot topic on TikTok, so many of you may already be familiar with her.
Her hit song “Daisy,” with its strikingly impactful drop, is frequently used in TikTok glow-up videos.
Despite its simple track, it leaves such a strong impression—showing just how much she obsesses over crafting the drop.
