What is trending audio?

A song or sound widely used in short videos right now.

Trending audio can help a video reach people who listen to or search for that sound. On Instagram, rising sounds are marked with an arrow.

Some popular songs aren't available to business accounts for licensing reasons; use the platform's commercial sound library.

Updated: October 12, 2026 · All terms

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