TikTok and Instagram have become popular platforms for sharing and discovering new music and sounds. Both apps include features that allow users to add music and sounds to their videos and posts.
On TikTok, sounds and music clips can go viral and become trending sounds that many users utilize in their own TikTok videos. Instagram also allows users to add music to their Stories and Reels. With Instagram’s rise in popularity for short video content through Reels, there is increasing crossover between trending sounds on the two platforms.
Searching for a TikTok Sound on Instagram
One way to find TikTok sounds on Instagram is to search by keywords or hashtags. TikTok has a large library of sounds that users can browse by searching for keywords related to the sound clip. To find a specific TikTok sound on Instagram, first identify relevant keywords associated with that sound.
For example, if you wanted to find the “Oh No” TikTok sound, you could search on Instagram using hashtags like #ohno, #ohnosound, or #tiktokohno. TikTok sounds often gain popularity and their own hashtags as they trend, making it easier to search for them. You can also try searching using keywords from the sound’s lyrics or description.
After entering a relevant hashtag or keyword, browse through the Instagram Reels results. Look for reused sounds in the Reels. When you find a Reel using the sound you want, you can save or share that Reel to access the sound.
Instagram’s search feature allows quick access to many trending TikTok sounds that creators have already reposted. Focus your searches on relevant keywords and hashtags rather than the sound name itself for best results.
For more information, see: https://simplified.com/blog/social-media/how-to-import-sounds-from-tiktok-to-instagram/
Saving a TikTok Sound
One of the best ways to find a TikTok sound to use later on Instagram is by saving it directly within the TikTok app. When you hear a sound you like while scrolling through TikTok, you can easily save or “like” that sound to access it again in the future.
To save a sound on TikTok, tap the Share icon on the bottom right of the video using the sound. This will open a menu – tap “Sounds” at the bottom. This will take you to a page showing the sound details. Tap the bookmark icon on the top right to save the sound to your Liked Sounds collection.
You can access all your saved sounds later by tapping the profile icon on the bottom right of the TikTok app, then tapping the bookmark icon at the top of your profile page. This will show you a collection of all the sounds you’ve liked. Tapping on any sound will allow you to use it in your own TikTok videos or find videos using that same sound to get inspiration.
Saving TikTok sounds you like is a great way to build up a library of sounds to use later. Just make sure to always check if you have the rights to use a sound before reposting it on another platform like Instagram. Some sounds may be subject to copyright.
Sharing TikTok Sounds on Instagram Stories
One easy way to get TikTok sounds onto Instagram is by using TikTok’s built-in sharing feature. When watching a TikTok video, tap the “Share” button and select “Instagram stories” from the options.
This will open up Instagram’s stories camera with the TikTok sound added. You can then record a new video using that sound or upload an existing video and add the sound to it.
The original TikTok video won’t be shared, only the sound will carry over. The caption and hashtag info does get copied too, allowing viewers to discover the original TikTok video if they want.
Sharing to Instagram stories is a quick and convenient way to make TikTok sounds accessible to your Instagram followers. It also gives you a way to piggyback off viral TikTok sounds without having to download or recreate them manually.
Just be aware of any copyright issues if you plan on reusing sounds extensively. Some sounds may only be intended for personal use.
For more details, check out TikTok’s guide here: https://www.tiktok.com/discover/sharing-tiktok-on-instagram-for-views
Using Sounds in Instagram Reels
One of the easiest ways to add TikTok sounds to Instagram is by using them in Instagram Reels. Reels is Instagram’s short-form video feature that competes directly with TikTok, so it allows for seamless integration of TikTok sounds.
To add a TikTok sound to a new Reel on Instagram:
- Open the Instagram app and tap the ‘+’ icon in the top right corner.
- Select ‘Reel’ at the bottom.
- Record your Reel video as you normally would.
- Tap the music note icon to open the audio gallery.
- Tap the ‘Audio’ tab.
- Search for the TikTok sound you want to use.
- Select the sound and it will be added to your Reel.
Instagram extracts the audio from TikTok videos, allowing you to search for sounds by keywords or browse trending options. This makes finding your favorite TikTok sounds quick and easy.
Reels is the best way to reuse TikTok audio and give it new life within the Instagram ecosystem. Adding popular sounds can help increase reach and engagement on Reels.
Finding Sound Attribution
When using a popular sound from TikTok, it’s important to properly credit the original creator of that sound. TikTok has introduced tools to enable better attribution to trend originators (according to https://www.tiktok.com/creators/creator-portal/en-us/foundations-for-success/crediting-creators/). On TikTok’s Post page, you can see attribution linking back to the original video that started a sound.
To find attribution for a sound on TikTok, tap on the sound name when creating or viewing a TikTok video. This will take you to the sound page showing videos using that sound. Scrolling down on the sound page, you’ll see “Original” – indicating the first video that used the sound. Tapping on that video will take you to the original creator’s video that you can credit.
Properly crediting original creators encourages collaboration and community on social platforms. When re-sharing a popular sound, do your research to find and tag the user that started the trend.
Copyright Considerations
When using sounds from TikTok or other platforms on Instagram, it’s important to be aware of copyright laws and fair use policies. Many sounds are licensed music or other copyrighted material, so re-sharing them could potentially violate copyright.
Under US copyright law, the fair use doctrine allows limited re-use of copyrighted material for purposes like commentary, parody, education, and news reporting (Source 1). TikTok’s use of short sound clips likely falls under fair use in many cases (Source 2).
However, re-sharing full length songs or long segments on other platforms like Instagram may go beyond fair use exceptions. It’s best to avoid re-posting copyrighted material in its entirety without permission. Consult Instagram’s community guidelines and copyright policies before sharing sounds.
When in doubt, create original sounds or use material you have licensing rights to. Attribution is also important – give credit to sound creators whenever possible.
Trending Sounds
Sounds and audio clips often go viral on social media as popular trends. On TikTok, trending sounds are frequently used in videos as the background music. Some of the most popular TikTok sounds may also gain traction on other platforms like Instagram.
TikTok has an entire page dedicated to showcasing trending sounds, where you can discover top sounds being used in videos. According to https://www.tiktok.com/discover/trending-sounds-on-instagram, current popular TikTok sounds include hits like “About Damn Time” by Lizzo, “Just a Cloud Away” by Pharrell Williams, and the “no bones” song.
On Instagram, trending sounds often spread through Reels. Users can add the same popular TikTok sounds to their own Instagram videos. Some of the current trending sounds on Instagram Reels include the “Married in a Hurry” song and the “you’re a 10” audio clip. By browsing the Instagram Sounds library, you can find which sounds are being widely used.
Monitoring trending sounds on each platform is a great way to find audio clips that are resonating with audiences and could enhance your own social media content.
Sounds on Other Platforms
While TikTok sounds originate on TikTok, users have found ways to export and share them on other platforms like Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram. This allows people to give sounds more exposure and expand their reach beyond just TikTok.
On Facebook, users can download TikTok sounds and upload the audio file to use in Facebook videos. The downloaded audio can also be uploaded to platforms like YouTube as background music for videos. Some users have created compilation videos on YouTube that feature popular TikTok sounds for others to use.
Instagram also allows TikTok sounds to be added to Stories and Reels. Users first download the sound from TikTok, then upload it to Instagram to use as a background audio track. The music stickers in Instagram Stories are ideal for quickly adding short TikTok sounds. For longer videos on Reels, users can add the full TikTok sound in the audio section when creating a new Reel.
While sharing sounds expands their potential reach, it’s important to be mindful of copyrights. Most TikTok sounds are covered under its commercial licensing, but users should avoid re-posting sounds outside TikTok if unclear on licensing terms. Overall, cross-platform sharing allows TikTok sounds to thrive outside the app and offer creative options to more users.
Conclusion
In summary, there are a few different options for using TikTok sounds on Instagram. The easiest way is to save or download a sound directly from TikTok, then upload it with Instagram Stories or Reels. You can also search for sounds using “TikTok sounds” or hashtags in the Instagram music library. When using any sound, be mindful of copyright and attribution, giving credit to the original creator when possible.
Some final tips: explore trending sounds on TikTok to find samples popping up in Reels. Search for sounds across platforms to see where a clip originated. And consider mixing up original audio with trending clips to put your own spin on viral sounds. With the sharing abilities between apps, you have lots of creative ways to reuse sounds on Instagram.
