TikTok is one of the most popular social media platforms today, with over 1 billion monthly active users. Given its huge user base, trends emerge daily on TikTok as content goes viral quickly. Here’s an overview of some of the top trends on TikTok right now in September 2023.
Dance Challenges
Dance challenges have always been a staple on TikTok. Some of the biggest dance crazes happening right now include:
- The “About Damn Time” dance to Lizzo’s hit song of the same name. Lots of creators are posting their own take on the energetic dance routine.
- Doja Cat’s “Vegas (From the Original Motion Picture Soundtrack Elvis)” song has inspired a fast-paced dance challenge too.
- “Jiggle Jiggle” dance trend set to Duke & Jones’ song. Features creators jokingly dancing while wearing baggy clothing.
- The “RushinB” challenge features quick two-step dance moves to Sage the Gemini’s song “Red Nose.”
Comedy/Memes
TikTok is well-known as a platform for sharing comedy bits and memes. Trending formats right now include:
- “Bringing my own…” videos where creators poke fun at situations by bringing absurd solutions.
- “This is how I…” videos offering satirical takes on everyday actions.
- POV-style videos imagining absurd hypothetical scenarios, like “POV: you’re the main character.”
- Yes Theory parody videos where people act out over-the-top reactions. Often features a lot of yelling.
Photo Editing/Drawing
TikTok’s creative tools allow users to easily edit photos and videos or draw right on the screen. Popular trends in this category include:
- Disney art edits where users draw Disney characters coming out of photographed objects.
- “Photo Roulette” challenge has users swiping through camera rolls and editing random, often silly photos.
- Drawing cartoonish clown makeup and accessories onto portrait photos for an eerie effect.
- Using the “Comic” filter to turn videos into animated cartoons.
“Clean” Trends
In contrast to some previous viral challenges, there are currently several trends focused on cleaning, organizing, and self-care. These include:
- “CleanTok” videos offering cleaning tips and sharing satisfying transformation results.
- Organizing and decluttering advice from users overhauling closets, pantries, etc.
- Soothing ASMR-style videos focused on cleaning and organizing an area.
- “Reset” routine videos where users demonstrate refreshing morning/nightly routines.
Food Trends
Cooking and food are always hot topics on TikTok. Some of the latest trends include:
- Dalgona coffee whipped drink inspired by a South Korean recipe.
- “Nature’s Cereal” – berries with coconut water instead of milk.
- Recipes for colorful “cloud bread” as a trendy low-carb option.
- Users taste-testing and reviewing the new pink Starbucks drink.
“Story Time” Videos
“Story Time” confession-style videos remain popular on TikTok. Common themes right now include:
- Sharing vacation and travel stories, especially nightmare experiences.
- Work stories – quitting spectacularly, nightmare bosses/customers, etc.
- Dating horror stories like terrible first dates.
- Unusual situations like accidentally shoplifting or running into celebrities.
Hashtag Challenges
Sponsored hashtag challenges from brands are a major trend category on TikTok. Popular branded campaigns include:
- #RedbullDanceYourStyle promoting Red Bull’s global street dance competition.
- #SpicySide by Wendy’s features people eating spicy chicken sandwiches.
- #LyricLore challenge from Google Pixel has creators match lyrics to life moments.
- #IU3rdAlbum celebrating singer IU’s new music release.
Effects
TikTok’s AR effects allow users to engage with fun filters and visual effects. Widely used ones right now include:
- Cartoon 3D Scan effect adds animated overlays to people’s faces.
- Disco Ball effect adds a virtual disco ball and dance music.
- Mirror Ball effect covers your face in reflective mirror panels.
- Makeup effects like Glam, Baddie Lipstick, and anime-inspired looks.
Viral Sounds
TikTok is about music as much as it’s about video. Sounds that are being widely reused in TikTok videos currently include:
- Little Miss’ “So Pretty” comments on appearances or talent.
- Voice saying “She’s an icon, she’s a legend, and she is the moment.”
- “No thoughts, just vibes” promotes carefree attitude against negativity.
- Talking Kitty Cat says “Well hi” in a funny voice, often used to express sarcasm.
Conclusion
TikTok continues to be a platform where viral trends emerge daily. Dance challenges, comedy/memes, editing tools, food, and music are all driving trending content right now. Hashtag challenges from brands also contribute many popular videos. With new effects and sounds constantly debuting too, there’s always something new on TikTok.
