From TikTok to Billboard: The Secret Formula for a Viral Hit 🎶
Ever wondered how unknown artists blow up overnight and suddenly top the Billboard charts? One word: TikTok.
From Lil Nas X’s "Old Town Road" to Rema’s "Calm Down", TikTok has become the ultimate hit-making machine. But what’s the secret formula behind these viral songs? Let’s break it down!
Step 1: The Catchy Hook (Earworm Effect!)
A viral hit needs a moment that sticks—a beat, a lyric, or a sound that people can’t stop replaying.
✅ Repeatable lyrics – Think Ice Spice’s “Munch” or Ckay’s “Love Nwantiti” 🎶
✅ Unique sound – Whether it’s a bass-heavy beat or a smooth Afrobeats vibe, it has to stand out!
✅ Short & memorable – TikTok videos are only 15-30 seconds, so your song’s best part needs to hit FAST.
Example: Remember Doja Cat’s "Say So"? The smooth hook and groovy beat made it TikTok gold!
Step 2: Create a Viral Challenge
A dance, a meme, or a trend—it doesn’t matter what it is, as long as it’s fun to copy!
💃 Dance challenges – Megan Thee Stallion’s "Savage" went viral because of a TikTok dance challenge.
😂 Funny trends – Lil Nas X’s “Old Town Road” started as a MEME before hitting #1!
🎭 Emotional moments – Adele’s "Easy On Me" trended with people sharing emotional stories.
💡 Pro Tip: Encourage fans to use your song in their own videos—the more users, the bigger the trend!
Step 3: Get Influencer's & Creators Involved
A viral song needs the right people to push it. You don’t need a label—just TikTok creators who can make it trend.
👀 Find TikTok influencers – Even micro-influencers (10k-50k followers) can blow up your track!
🤝 Collab with dancers & comedians – They help turn your song into a movement.
💡 Use hashtags – #ViralSong, #NewMusic, #TrendingSound = MORE EXPOSURE!
Example: Rema’s "Calm Down" blew up because TikTok users kept making dance videos—then Selena Gomez jumped on the remix! 🚀
📈 Step 4: Ride the Momentum (Turn Streams into Billboard Success!)
TikTok hype is great, but you need to convert those viral moments into real success! Here’s how:
🎧 Push your song to streaming platforms – Make sure it’s on Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube!
📲 Engage with fans – Reply to comments, go live on TikTok, and hype up the trend!
🚀 Submit to playlists – Get on Spotify's viral & trending charts to increase streams FAST.
Example: Ckay’s "Love Nwantiti" started as a TikTok trend, then hit 1 BILLION+ streams on Spotify!
Final Thoughts: TikTok = The Billboard Cheat Code!
If you want to make a Billboard hit in 2025, you NEED TikTok.
✅ Create a catchy moment
✅ Start a trend or challenge
✅ Get influencers & fans involved
✅ Convert viral moments into real streams!
Which viral TikTok song do YOU love the most? Drop a comment below!
