TikTok’s U.S. feed in August 2025 brought a mix of mellow nostalgia, raw attitude, and fast-paced edits. Whether it's for POV storytelling, meme commentary, or creator transitions, this month’s viral songs show just how diverse content trends have become. With both commercial and non-commercial tracks climbing the charts, creators are tapping into sounds that deliver impact within seconds.
Below are the top 20 trending TikTok songs in the USA for August 2025, complete with trend notes and usage insights.
1. Ride At Dawn – Above & Beyond & Zoë Johnston
Trend: Aesthetic sunrise videos, "what healing feels like" edits Use case: Travel montages, mindfulness transitions, ambient mood boards
Approved for business use2. Mrs Magic (Strings Version) – Strawberry Guy
Trend: Slow pan shots, soft-filter storytelling, couple nostalgia edits Use case: Love story recaps, calm day-in-the-life vlogs3. Big Booty Judy – PLUTO
Trend: Comedy skits and snappy reaction content Use case: Punchline delivery, lip-syncs, meme format duets4. reunion – Korea Girl
Trend: Long-lost friend or emotional family reunion reveals Use case: Sentimental storytime or “10 years later” clips5. Cena Engraçada e Inusitada – HarmonicoHCO
Trend: Bizarre animal clips and "this cat has seen things" humor Use case: Reaction memes, zoo clips, sped-up fails Approved for business use6. So Far So Fake – Pierce The Veil
Trend: POV betrayal stories, raw filter close-ups Use case: Storytime drama reveals or breakup energy7. No Broke Boys – Disco Lines & Tinashe
Trend: Luxury hauls, high-energy flex edits Use case: Fashion creators, “soft launch” posts, glow-up reveals8. I'm Not Them – Them & I
Trend: “When they compare you to your ex” series Use case: Breakup comedy, solo glow-up, emotional bait content9. David – Lorde
Trend: Moody aesthetic edits with lyrics on screen Use case: Rainy day recaps, dark academia styling10. Cycad Slumber – Desmond Cheese
Trend: Sleep POVs, ambient “day ends” wrap-ups Use case: ASMR content, slow-moving aesthetic journaling11. おつかれSUMMER (かまってVer.) – HALCALI
Trend: Summer montage with a cute, chaotic twist Use case: Travel vids, Japan-core edits, messy friend group trips12. tower of memories – ivri
Trend: "A memory I’ll never forget" trend, soft focus edits Use case: Emotional flashbacks, baby-to-now reels Approved for business use13. Cant Go Broke (Remix) – Zeddy Will
Trend: Hustle motivation edits, gym POVs Use case: Financial glow-up reels, “then vs now” business journeys Approved for business use14. Halloween ・ cute horror song – PeriTune
Trend: Early spooky-season teasers, “cute but creepy” skits Use case: Cosplay intros, Halloween product sneak peeks Approved for business use15. Reunion – Korea Girl
Trend: Used interchangeably with “reunion” (track #4), doubling in different storytelling contexts Use case: Nostalgic B-roll sequences, family trip recaps16. Let's do anal – Jennie journey
Trend: Shock humor memes, NSFW voiceover stitch bait Use case: Comedy accounts only—used in satire formats17. Where Da Huzz – NonoRacks
Trend: Absurdist humor, “where’s the vibe?” meme series Use case: Skits, character-driven parody content
18. You Love Me – Kimya Dawson
Trend: Self-love and healing era edits Use case: Soft filter journals, quiet mornings, affirmations19. Empire State of Mind (Part II) Broken Down – Alicia Keys
Trend: “New York trip starter pack” and city-focused B-roll Use case: NYC recaps, fashion week prep, city creator intros20. Pop It Fa Blitz – Doddie Savage (Live)
Trend: Hype dance trends and party collab stitches Use case: Club dance videos, influencer event recapsFAQs
1. Which trending TikTok sound was most used for storytelling in August 2025 (USA)?
“tower of memories” by ivri stood out as the go-to for emotional flashbacks and storytelling edits across American creators.
2. Are all these trending TikTok songs approved for commercial use in the U.S.?
No—only select tracks like “Ride At Dawn,” “Cant Go Broke (Remix),” and “tower of memories” are labeled as Approved for business use on TikTok’s commercial audio library.
3. What’s the best trending sound for luxury or fashion creators this month?
“No Broke Boys” by Disco Lines & Tinashe is currently the top pick for high-fashion, glow-up, and designer content.
4. Which August 2025 TikTok song became popular for emotional edits?
Lorde’s “David” and Them & I’s “I'm Not Them” gained traction with deep cut storytelling edits and breakup-themed reels.
5. What’s the most unexpected song that trended in August 2025 on U.S. TikTok?
“Let's do anal” by Jennie journey. Despite its title, it’s being used satirically in meme culture, primarily in comedy skits and duets.