A must-see for longtime fans! Nostalgic classic songs that gained popularity on TikTok
TikTok has now become a staple medium.
Although it doesn’t have a particularly long history, trends shift extremely rapidly, and the popular songs change at a staggering pace every day.
This time, we’ve picked out tracks that became hits on TikTok and are so iconic they could be called hall-of-fame classics.
Even if you’re not well-versed in TikTok trends, you’ll find must-hear songs that everyone has likely encountered at least once.
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A must-see for longtime fans! Nostalgic hit songs that gained popularity on TikTok (21–30)
UnholySam Smith, Kim Petras
The classic “Unholy” by Sam Smith and Kim Petras—one of the most popular songs of the first half of 2023.
The track has a gothic vibe, and its success sparked renewed attention on gothic-tinged sounds from the late 2010s.
It’s not a noisy track, but it has an outstanding, immersive impact.
If you enjoy artists like Sub Urban or Bella Poarch, this is a must-listen.
positionsAriana Grande
Ariana Grande, who enjoys immense popularity among younger generations, is also hugely popular on TikTok.
Among her songs, “positions,” released in 2020, is a hot R&B track often used for scene transitions in travel videos.
Synced to the rhythm, women fall backward onto their backs, and the scene cuts from a hotel bed to a terrace at their destination, then to the steps of a famous landmark, and so on.
These transformation-style travel videos really make the most of the song’s glamorous vibe!
Toca TocaFly Project
The song ‘Toca Toca’ became a global hit.
Particularly popular in Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking regions, it experienced a revival through TikTok.
It first gained traction with videos of anime characters dancing to the track as background music, and gradually became established as a go-to BGM for dance videos as well.
Many of you may recognize the video that sparked the initial meme.
Not only the videos, but the song itself is highly addictive, and the chorus leaves a powerful impression.
i’m yoursIsabel LaRosa
Isabel LaRosa is an American singer-songwriter who has gained popularity for her alternative pop sound.
Her track “i’m yours” is one of her most famous songs, especially on TikTok.
Its distinctive, dark-tinged alternative pop vibe has elements reminiscent of Camila Cabello’s “Shameless.” If you’re into dark and stylish tracks, this song might already sound familiar to you.
Miss YouOliver Tree & Robin Schulz
Artist Oliver Tree, who is drawing attention from listeners around the world for his distinctive musical style.
He’s been releasing hit tunes one after another, but the one I especially recommend is “Miss You.” The standout feature of this track is, without a doubt, its memorable drop.
With an addictive, ear-catching drop as its weapon, the song has become hugely popular on TikTok, so anyone from the younger generation has probably heard it at least once.
Be sure to check it out.
In conclusion
This time, since we’re featuring nostalgic TikTok hits that even longtime users can enjoy, we introduced a variety of tracks.
Unlike typical Western music rankings, many of these songs have a strong impact, likely because they’ve gone viral on social media.
In addition to this article, Rug Music has other pieces introducing TikTok as well.
Be sure to check them out!