Almost everyone wants their TikTok content to hit the FYP. Well, the main key lies in choosing the right background music. In 2025, several songs have managed to steal the spotlight and dominate TikTok’s FYP. These tracks vary, ranging from emotional ballads to upbeat tunes that make you want to dance.
In addition, for the past few months, new trends have continued to emerge, and one of the most striking is how certain songs suddenly go viral and become the go-to background music for all kinds of content. From emotional videos to funny skits, everything feels more engaging with the right soundtrack.
Their popularity is related to a coincidence, catchy lyrics, memorable melodies, or even its funny sound have made them favorites for creators to use in their videos.
So, what are those viral and trending TikTok songs? Let’s check them out below!
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Here are some of the trending TikTok songs that went viral on TikTok in August 2025:
1. Nothing Beats A Jet2 Holiday Experience – Jet2
The viral TikTok sound “Nothing Beats A Jet2 Holiday Experience” comes from an official Jet2.com ad. Jet2 is one of the UK’s largest airlines, also offering affordable holiday packages through Jet2 Holidays. The trend began when a TikTok account reuploaded the ad clip in 2024, which quickly went viral.
Originally, the intro of the song comes from a popular song: “Hold My Hand” by Jess Glynne that was released in 2015. Now, the sound is widely used for vacation videos, funny moments, and parodies. Even Jet2’s official TikTok account joined in with its own parody video in April 2025, gaining millions of views and likes.
2. Pretty Little Baby – Connie Francis
Who would have thought this old song would go viral again on TikTok? This 60s classic has been revived through vintage and aesthetic video trends. Connie Francis’s signature voice and the timeless arrangement make it a favorite soundtrack for nostalgic clips and retro outfit content.
3. Manchild – Sabrina Carpenter
Released in June 2025, Sabrina Carpenter has once again shaken up the music world with her latest single, “Manchild.” The meaning and lyrics of “Manchild” tell the story of a romantic relationship with a man who behaves immaturely. Through witty and sarcastic lyrics, Sabrina expresses her frustration with an unequal relationship, where the man is childish, dependent, and constantly relies on his partner.
4. Sparks – Coldplay
Sparks” by Coldplay is currently trending on TikTok. The song “Sparks” is featured in over 546,700 videos on TikTok, reflecting a widespread trend. It describes someone seeking a second chance from an ex-lover after making a mistake, expressing a commitment to loyalty and a desire to make amends. Even while acknowledging the possibility of failure and the loss of trust. Even though the song was released in 2000, who would have thought it gained its sparks back.
5. Anxiety – Doechii
“Anxiety” is a track by American rapper and singer Doechii, first uploaded to YouTube on November 10, 2019. After the song started gaining popularity on TikTok, she re-recorded it in 2025, with the updated version officially released on streaming platforms on March 4, 2025. The song explores the experience of anxiety as an overwhelming, relentless force through which she raps about shallow breathing, racing thoughts, and constant worry
Lots of people discussed that “Anxiety” is having a similar music with “Somebody I Used to Know” by Gotye that was released in 2011. However, the similarity between these two tracks aren’t a coincidence. It’s because Doechii’s 2019 demo of “Anxiety” used a sample from Gotye’s song, creating a unique connection between the two tracks.
6. Hold My Hand – Jess Glynne
“Hold My Hand” is a track by English singer-songwriter Jess Glynne, co-written with Jack Patterson, Janee Bennett, and Ina Wroldsen. Released on March 22, 2015, it served as her third solo single after “Home” and “Right Here.” This song is about finding comfort, support, and reassurance from a trusted person during difficult or insecure times.
There’s a fun fact about this song, which is its connection with “Nothing Beats a Jets2 Holiday Experience” song. Jet2 has frequently featured Jess Glynne’s hit “Hold My Hand” in its campaigns.
7. Mangu – Fourtwnty feat. Charita Utami
Released in 2022, the song resurfaced and went viral on TikTok in 2025 across both Indonesia and Malaysia. The distinctive arrangement by Fourtwnty combined with Charita Utami’s soulful vocals makes Mangu a perfect fit for melancholic, reflective, and slow-motion videos. The depth of meaning behind its lyrics is one of the key reasons the song managed to trend on TikTok, even three years after its release.
8. Illegal – PinkPantheress
Released on 6 June 2025 through Warner Records as the third single from PinkPantheress second mixtape Fancy That. The song samples “Dark & Long (Dark Train)” by Underworld. It reflects the singer’s reaction after buying illicit drugs, something she revealed herself during a 2025 interview with Capital Buzz.
Those are some of the trending TikTok songs in August. TikTok has always been the best place to discover catchy and viral tracks. From old songs making a comeback to the latest hits, TikTok never fails to keep its users hooked with a variety of trending sounds.