TikTokTinashe's Nasty is Official UK #1 Song of the Summer on TikTok
Global top spot goes to Gata Only by FloyyMenor and Cris Mj
It may feel like the heat has only just arrived in the UK, but artists have been dropping some seriously sizzling bangers all summer long, which means it's finally time to reveal the most popular TikTok tracks and artists that have soundtracked our 2024 summer.
This summer has been an iconic one for music. Brat summers and eighties dancing, rising stars and the return of big industry names, new eras for female pop and exciting urban breakthrough genres: the summer's biggest music moments have been popping off on TikTok.
There's been something for everyone this summer. From pop superstar Sabrina Carpenter's addictive and fresh pop bangers Espresso and Please Please Please, to newcomer LeoStayTrill exploding onto TikTok with his free-flowing Afro-drill track pink lemonade (str8 reload), the community has embraced a truly diverse mix of talent and sounds
As well as providing a platform for the world's biggest artists to connect with fans, we're proud to continue helping emerging artists all over the world to launch their careers, like the incredible story of Myles Smith, whose journey from a self-taught musician in Luton to streaming sensation culminated in his huge track Stargazing, leading a global sell-out tour. Our Songs of the Summer list shows how TikTok has helped to export home-grown tracks and artists to the global stage. For the first time ever, the community can find the Songs of the Summer list for their region by heading to TikTok Music Charts on the app.
Last year, chart-topping single 'Sprinter' from Dave and Central Cee took the crown as TikTok's Song of the Summer in the UK, whilst Mae Stephens, who swapped supermarket shifts for TikTok stardom, topped the global Songs of the Summer list with her smash hit 'If We Ever Broke Up'. Who will take the crown this year?
Introducing TikTok's UK and Global Songs of the Summer
The one and only Tinashe wins the gold medal for TikTok's UK Song of the Summer 2024, also taking #2 on the global list. Since becoming an independent artist, Tinashe has gone from strength to strength, and the TikTok community has rallied behind her in support. Nasty became the soundtrack of the summer over the last few months, with TikTok creators trying to match Tinashe's “freak”, leading to over 10 million video creations on platform and some impressive moves.
Tinashe said,“Thank you to all my amazing fans who made 'Nasty' the #1 Song of the Summer in the UK and #2 globally! It’s been so fun and incredible to watch all the videos you have been making on TikTok. I love them all! I’m super grateful for your continued support and hope you all enjoy making more content to the rest of my album Quantum Baby."
Our #4 most popular track in the UK is by 17-year-old South London rapper, LeoStayTrill, who has had an incredible couple of months with his breakout hit, pink lemonade (str8 reload). Describing his style as 'afro-drill', a fusion of perky afrobeat sounds and snappy drill flows, the track was written and produced from his bedroom at his parent’s home, exploding onto TikTok thanks to the 'should'a just flung my shoulder' trend, a dance move originating in Jamaica that went viral in the UK.
Myles Smith shot into our Songs of the Summer must-listens at #8, after the singer-songwriter rose to fame with his catchy hit Stargazing. The track charted at #5 on the UK Singles Chart and has featured in over 322,000 creations on TikTok, having been teased in TikTok's #NewMusic campaign. Creators were inspired to use the sound to share their highs and lows of long distance relationships as well as the special feeling of summer flings on holiday.
Another newcomer to watch out for is Jordan Adetunji who took the #9 spot, a Belfast-born genre-bending artist whose breakout track KEHLANI peaked at #21 on the UK Singles Chart and #52 on the Billboard Hot 100. Creators have been loving this tune over the summer, which is all about how his love interest reminds him of a celebrity crush. The huge success of the track led to the release of a remix with Kehlani herself.
Jordan Adetunji said, "Gassed that TikTok have made KEHLANI a song of the summer. The song is about empowering people and the growth has been crazy since the first TikTok went up".
Top songs by video creations globally
Gata Only became the biggest Latin track in the world this year and topped TikTok's global Songs of the Summer list. Chilean artists FloyyMenor and Cris MJ teamed up for the hit, sparking over 15 million creations on TikTok. The reggaeton banger is all about going after the girl that you've got feelings for, as Gata Only marks the first time a Chilean artist has entered the Billboard Hot Latin Songs since 1999. Creators have used the sound to show off their summer fits and holiday snaps.
FloyyMenor said,"I'm very happy with everything that has been achieved with ‘GATA ONLY’. I knew from the beginning that this song was a global hit and its success fills me with pride. I'm grateful to the TikTok community for their role in helping the song reach a global audience."
American rapper Tommy Richman comes in third with his track MILLION DOLLAR BABY (VHS). After teasing snippets of the song on TikTok, the track became hugely popular and debuted in April at #2 on the Billboard Hot 100. Critics acclaimed the song for Richman's vocals and its unique sound, as creators started a new dance trend that took over FYPs across the globe, embracing hilarious transitions between different looks and personalities.
Female artists made waves in the Global Songs of the Summer 2024. The one and only Billie Eilish's BIRDS OF A FEATHER comes in at #4. Over dreamy guitars and an addictive beat, creators fell in love with the track, using it to soundtrack videos of friends dancing abroad as well as heart-warming proposals. Sabrina Carpenter, this year's princess of pop, made it into the list at #6 with Please Please Please. With musical influences of disco-pop and country, the song has had creators sharing their best date ideas and celebrating the return of summer, with some famous Olympians even jumping onto the trend.
Our #8 most popular global track this summer goes to rising star Lay Bankz. The 20-year-old American rapper's hit Tell Ur Girlfriend features the catchy phrase 'cause i don't wanna live a lie lie lie', taking her song viral across the world. Described as a cross between Beyoncé and Megan Thee Stallion, Lay has a bright future ahead and this track has been stuck in everyone's head this summer.
Ole Obermann, Global Head of Music Business Development, TikTok: Once again, TikTok’s Songs of the Summer list beautifully demonstrates how the magic of TikTok helps our global community to discover and promotes a diverse range of incredibly talented artists and their music. Latin music is one of the most popular genres on TikTok so it’s no surprise to see Gata Only top our global list, alongside some other amazing emerging artists like Sevdaliza and Tommy Richman, as well as superstars such as Billie Eilish. The Songs of the Summer list is proof that both new and emerging artists of every genre, from anywhere in the world, can connect with over a billion music fans TikTok every day, build their careers and impact music culture.”
Top 10 songs in the UK
- Nasty - Tinashe
- Champagne Coast - Blood Orange
- MILLION DOLLAR BABY (VHS) - Tommy Richman
- Pink Lemonade (Str8 Reload) - LeoStayTrill & Mr Reload It
- Please Please Please - Sabrina Carpenter
- BIRDS OF A FEATHER - Billie Eilish
- BAND4BAND - Central Cee & Lil Baby
- Stargazing - Myles Smith
- KEHLANI - Jordan Adetunji
- Espresso - Sabrina Carpenter
Top 10 songs Globally
- Gata Only - FloyyMenor and Cris Mj
- Nasty - Tinashe
- MILLION DOLLAR BABY (VHS) - Tommy Richman
- BIRDS OF A FEATHER - Billie Eilish
- Alibi (with Pabllo Vittar & Yseult) (with Pabllo Vittar & Yseult) - Sevdaliza
- Please Please Please - Sabrina Carpenter
- ESTE - El Alfa, Nfasis
- Tell Ur Girlfriend - Lay Bankz
- Si No Quieres No - Luis R Conriquez, Neton Vega
- Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido - KAROL G
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*TikTok's Summer Songs are ranked by total creations over Summer 2024
