Choosing the right trending audio to accompany your latest Instagram post is an art, not a science. Still, opting for a trending sound or music clip could provide the boost you need to get your video on the Instagram Explore page or Instagram Reels feed.
While it used to be just for Instagram Reels, you can now also add trending audio to your carousels and single photo posts. This gives your posts a better chance of landing on the Explore page, and it makes carousels and photos eligible to appear on the reels feed, too. That opens up a new way to expand your reach.
But where can you find trending audio on Instagram? If you feel like you’re always chasing the tail-end of trending songs on the app, you’ve come to the right place.
Here are some of the most viral, versatile, trending songs and sounds on Instagram right now.
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13 trending songs and audio on Instagram
Here's a quick summary of what is trending in December 2025.
Trending songs on Instagram in 2025
- 1. Barota
- 2. Ariel J – Hug the air
- 3. Love Letters
- 4. Winter Magic
- 5. Should I Stay or Should I Go
- 6.Beautiful Things (Piano Instrumental)
- 7. Chanel
- 8. I Think We're Alone Now
- 9. Original audio by shay.aka.dooterduckie
- 10. Gifts to your future self
- 11. Elf Interlude
- 12. Life Feels So Good
- 13. Original audio by Roryeliza
1. Barota
Sidhu Moose Wala’s posthumous hit Barota is taking over feeds and hearts. Creators are using the song to honor and pay tribute to the Punjabi hip-hop star who was tragically shot in May 2025.
2. Ariel J – Hug the air
Ariel J.’s Hug the Air is pure R&B poetry in motion. The soulful lines, including “Hug the air and she will hug you back. I know you’ve never been up that high,” are inspiring creators to celebrate personal growth, courage, and those moments when you step into new heights.
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