Tiktok Trends - August 2025

Introducing "TikTok Trends 2025" – your source for staying ahead of the game on the latest TikTok crazes!

TikTok trends move fast, and if you're not quick, you'll miss out. But let's be real, keeping up with TikTok trends can be a hassle. That's where we come in.
Each week, we'll keep you updated on what's hot on TikTok (by spending way too much time scrolling). From trending hashtags to popular sounds and formats, we've got you covered!

Please note:

• Currently, our focus is primarily on TikTok, but we're exploring other networks. It's worth testing these trends across all platforms to see what resonates best with your audience.
• Trends are generally very short, which may concern you about not mentioning the product enough. However, the mistake would be to tack on promotional elements after the video. It's crucial that the video stays true to the trend, lasts only a few seconds, and captures the essence of the need your service addresses in a brief timeframe.
• Not all trends will be suitable for every brand. It will be up to you to choose the ones that seem most relevant to your message and goals.

26 Aug 2025

The “The Summer I…” trend

This audio from The Summer I Turned Pretty is blowing up again, thanks to the release of Season 3 and the end-of-summer vibes. Creators are jumping on the sound to give their own spin to the title phrase: “The summer I…” The fun is in finishing the sentence, either in a soft, nostalgic way (think beach days and late-night ice cream runs) or in an unhinged, funny way that pokes fun at personal chaos.

It’s simple, versatile, and works whether you’re posting a photo dump, a chaotic recap, or a tongue-in-cheek confession about how your summer really went.

How to use this trend

1. Grab the audio labeled from The Summer I Turned Pretty.
2. On screen, start with the text overlay: “The summer I…”
3. Complete it with your own story, joke, or emotional twist.
   • This can be sincere (real summer memories).
   • Or chaotic (funny truths, bad habits, regrets).
4. Pair it with clips, photos, or carousels that match your statement.

This format works for both nostalgic photo/video dumps and UGC/product ads, where you highlight how a brand shaped your summer.

Fun ideas for text overlays:

• The summer I ate pasta for 72 days straight.
• The summer I fell in love with my city.
• The summer I leveled up my skincare routine ✨
• The summer I convinced myself iced coffee counts as hydration.

For this trend, use this sound.

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The “August by Taylor Swift” trend

Taylor Swift’s “August” is trending again, and now it holds double meaning. Originally, creators used the song at the end of August with clips reflecting on summer memories, matching the lyric “August slipped away”. Now, with Taylor’s recent engagement to Travis Kelce announced in August, the trend has gained a playful, celebratory twist - perfect for tying content to the moment and the legend herself.

It’s a nostalgic, dreamy audio that works for capturing sun-soaked memories, summer highlights, or even cheeky nods to big life moments.

How to Use This Trend

• Use Taylor Swift’s “August” audio.
• Show clips or a photo montage highlighting your summer moments or personal August memories.
• Pair visuals with the reflective, bittersweet, or celebratory tone of the song.

Examples of what to show:

• Beach days and sunsets 🌅
• Ice cream nights or dessert binges 🍦
• Cycling rides, hiking, or outdoor adventures 🚴‍♀️
• Pool or lake days 🏖️
• Backyard BBQs or summer parties 🍔
• Trying a new hobby or skill over the summer 🎨
• Collecting memories: Polaroids, journals, or summer snapshots 📸

For this trend, use this sound.

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The “Oh boy” trend

The “Oh boy” audio (from Sabrina Carpenter’s Manchild) is trending again, and it’s all about those moments when someone says something a little scandalous, naive, or predictable and your only response is a smirk and a silent “here we go again.” It works best when paired with an obvious contradiction or reveal that proves their assumption hilariously wrong.

How to Use This Trend

• Start with the setup → Use on-screen text to show what someone said to you (e.g. “You’re not really gonna buy another plant, right?”).
• React with the audio → Lip sync “Oh boy” with a knowing look or reaction—this is the punchline.
• Optional reveal → Cut to a shot or overlay that proves the setup true (like showing your plant jungle, or your shopping cart).
• Keep it short & cheeky → The fun comes from irony, so exaggerate the reaction just enough to land the joke.

Examples of text overlays:

• “You’re not still on TikTok at 3AM, are you?”
• “Please tell me you didn’t buy another Stanley cup.”
• “You didn’t binge the whole season in one night, did you?”
• “You didn’t buy another gym set just because it was cute, right?”

For this trend, use this sound.

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19 Aug 2025

The “Make a change” trend

This audio takes the iconic line “If you wanna make the world a better place, take a look at yourself and make a… Change” and turns it into a perfect before-and-after storytelling moment. The power is in the drop, when the word “Change” hits, creators reveal their transformation. Unlike classic glow-up edits, the strongest videos go beyond just clothes or makeup and lean into deeper shifts: mental health journeys, lifestyle changes, personal growth, or major turning points. It’s all about showing how far you’ve come.

How to Use This Trend

• Film your “before” → Keep it raw, simple, or even messy. This is where you set up what wasn’t working (low energy, burnout, bad habits, negative mindset, etc.).
• Time it to the lyrics → Use text overlay to highlight what needs changing.
• Hit the drop → On “Change”, reveal your transformation. This can be through a visual reveal, a mood shift, or a montage of how things look now.
• Keep it personal → You can absolutely use clothes, makeup, or fitness reveals, but the trend works best when it carries an emotional punch: mental glow-ups and lifestyle pivots land strongest.
• Optional hook → Add a short text overlay at the beginning like “POV: I finally decided to…” so viewers instantly know where the story is headed.

Examples for different scenarios:

• Before: “skipping the gym every week” → After: showing progress and energy with the app.
• Before: “spending without thinking” → After: budgeting and tracking savings.
• Before: piles of laundry, messy desk → After: clean, organized room with cozy vibes.
• Before: eating junk food late at night → After: cooking a healthy meal.

For this trend, use this sound.

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The “I forgot that you existed” trend

This Taylor Swift audio, “I forgot that you existed”, has turned into a hilariously unbothered way to admit you dropped the ball. Creators are using it to show the things they completely forgot to do, with a chaotic, almost smug delivery, while others around them are clearly not as amused. It’s the perfect mix of petty, relatable, and shameless.

How to use this trend

• Set up the scenario → Start with text overlay explaining the task you forgot (e.g. “When my wife asked me to take the chicken out of the freezer”).
• Lip sync or act it out → As the audio plays “I forgot that you existed,” exaggerate a carefree vibe: smiling, dancing, or nodding along like it’s no big deal.
• Optional reaction shot → Add another person’s reaction (angry, annoyed, disappointed) for extra comedic punch.
• Keep it chaotic → The more disastrous the thing you “forgot,” the funnier the payoff.

Fun ideas for text overlays:

• “When I forgot every single task on my to-do list until 10pm.”
• “When I forgot my entire essay was due at midnight.”
• “When I forgot to take the exam I signed up for.”
• “When my partner told me to thaw the chicken and I remembered… right as dinner started.”
• “When I forget to water the plants for two weeks straight.”

For this trend, use this sound.

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12 Aug 2025

The “I’ll be there” trend

This trend pairs a soft, sentimental monologue, “Every night at dinner, I’ll be there. Every birthday party, I’ll be there. Every Christmas, I’ll be there…”, with visuals that prove just how always there something (or someone) is in your life. TikTokers flip between heartfelt and hilarious takes, making it equally perfect for sincere tributes or absurd reveals. The charm lies in the slow build and satisfying payoff.

How to Use This Trend

• Use the audio “Moldy Egg”.
• Film yourself lip-syncing or narrating the lines, OR use text and clips/images only.
• Match visuals to each line: reveal the thing that’s always there in your life with every beat.
• Choose your tone - heartfelt (family, pets, friendship) or absurd (objects, habits, inanimate chaos).
• Keep it simple and paced: let each line breathe before the next reveal.

Examples for different scenarios:

• my dog waiting at the door every day at 6pm
• my tote bag in every single outfit photo I’ve ever posted
• that one curl whenever i try to style my hair
• my clingy dog whenever i try to eat something

For this trend, use this sound.

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The “Lizard Meme Button” trend

A pixelated, hyperactive lizard repeatedly slamming a red button while a robotic voice chants “Lizard. Lizard. Lizard.” That’s it. That’s the joke. The humor comes from pairing this chaotic loop with text describing obsessive, irrational, or wildly specific behavior—bonus points if it’s painfully relatable or embarrassingly niche.

How to use this trend

• Find the template: In CapCut, search “Lizard Button Meme.”
• Add your text: Replace the caption with your own oddly specific situation. Keep it short—one or two lines max.
• Lean into absurdity: Best captions are rooted in hyperfixations, addictions, or self-deprecating humor. “Me when…” or “My brain at 2 AM…” formats work great.
• Export & post: No acting, filming, or props needed—just your words and the lizard’s frantic energy.

Fun ideas for text overlays:

• me refreshing the tracking page every 3 minutes after ordering
• me opening TikTok for “just one video” for the 40th time
• me hitting the save button even though it already autosaves
• me pressing snooze like it’s a competitive sport
• me spamming the TV remote when it lags for 0.2 seconds

For this trend, use this sound.

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05 Aug 2025

The “You need to nerd out” trend

This trending audio is your chance to proudly embrace your inner geek. It starts with a voiceover saying “You need to nerd out”, the perfect cue for a lip sync, a straight-faced photo, or a knowing smirk. Then, the music kicks in with “Yes I’m a punk rocker, yes I am” and that’s your moment to reveal exactly what you’re obsessed with.

Think: not just liking something, but going all in. This trend works best when the second clip shows the full extent of your passion: shelves stacked with collectibles, walls plastered with posters, a closet bursting with costumes, or a setup so specific only true fans will understand.

How to Use This Trend

• Start with the audio: lip sync “You need to nerd out” or use a still photo staring straight into the camera with that I’m about to show you something look.
• Build the reveal: when the “Yes I’m a punk rocker” part hits, cut to your nerd kingdom. This could be a video pan, a single reveal shot, or a carousel of photos.
• Go all out: the more over-the-top or specific your setup, the funnier or more impressive it will be.
• Optional text overlay :add the line “You need to nerd out” on the first clip/photo so it shows up alongside others in the trend.

Examples for different nerding out scenarios:

• 📚 Book Obsession: a home library that’s color-coded, genre-organized, and overflowing.
• 🪐 Space Geek: telescopes, constellation maps, NASA merch, and a wall covered in astronomy posters.
• ☕ Coffee Nerd: artisanal beans, pour-over kits, espresso machine, latte art shots (coffee brand collab).
• 🎧 Music Collector: vinyl wall, turntable setup, rare band merch (music streaming service or merch brand).
• ✍️ Stationery Addict: mountains of journals, pens, washi tape (stationery or craft store).

For this trend, use this sound.

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The “Smile if you” trend

This cheeky whisper challenge dares your brain to keep a straight face. One person softly says, “Smile if you want a new [insert thing]”, and films the other person’s reaction. The twist? The prompt is usually outrageous (like “Smile if you want a new boyfriend”), and even if you don’t want the thing, your brain betrays you and you smile anyway. The results are awkward, hilarious, and perfect for duos, couples, or close friends.

How to use this trend

1. Film in selfie or POV mode. Get the camera ready to catch your partner or friend’s reaction.
2. Whisper your line. Say, “Smile if you want a new [insert dramatic word here]” close to their ear or off-camera.
3. Keep filming their reaction for a few seconds. The fun is watching them try not to smile… and usually fail.
4. Add text overlay: On screen, write out your prompt exactly as you say it, for viewers to follow along.

👉 Works best with someone who thinks they’re good at holding a straight face.

Fun ideas for the trend:

• Smile if you want a new best friend
• Smile if you think I’m annoying
• Smile if you want a new boss
• Smile if you’re faking productivity

For this trend, use this sound.

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