Songs new and old are given a fresh purpose through the TikTok meme machine, but it can be tricky to figure out where a track originally comes from. Sure, you can tap the name of the song to see the source on TikTok, but if it were a snippet uploaded by someone other than the track's creator, the song title likely wouldn't be listed. Luckily, there
is an easy way to figure it out. First, you need to install Genius (iOS | Android) or Shazam (iOS |
Android). These apps identify songs based on just a few seconds of playback, which makes them perfect tools for figuring out TikTok tracks. That said, we'd recommend Genius over Shazam in terms of simplicity. Start a search in Genius by tapping the soundwave button in the top left of the app, switch over to TikTok, play the video with the audio on, then switch back to Genius. If
the song is a part of Genius' library, it'll show up right away, as seen below. Shazam also works but is both less convenient and far less reliable. First, you need to enable "Auto Shazam" by long-pressing the Shazam button, since a standard search doesn't work when leaving the app. With Auto Shazam engaged, play the TikTok video as you would for Genius, then head back to Shazam. Instead of seeing the song right away, though, you'll need to jump over to your Library by swiping right. If the song is listed in Shazam's library, you'll find it under "Recent Shazams." Keep Your Connection Secure Without a Monthly Bill. Get a lifetime subscription to VPN Unlimited for all your devices with a one-time purchase from the new Gadget Hacks Shop, and watch Hulu or Netflix without regional restrictions, increase security when browsing on public networks, and more. Buy Now (80% off) > Other worthwhile deals to check out:
TikTok videos are based on catchy tunes. After all, half the videos on there wouldn’t be as amusing were it not for the background audio. There’s something appealing about watching a dog dance to a song. But, on the other hand, it can be tough to find what the song or audio is. It’s essential to know for a few reasons. One, maybe you liked the song. Secondly, if you’re a TikTok creator, using popular or trending audio can help your video go viral versus loitering near the bottom of the playlist. So, if you need to find a song, here’s a step-by-step guide.  Use ShazamWhile Shazam can’t identify all audio, it’s great for identifying something based on just a few seconds of a song. Shazam is a free app that iOS and Android users can download, and it can identify the song used in a TikTok video. You can search in Shazam while using TikTok, too. Long-press the Shazam button until it says “Auto Shazam is on,” then swap to the TikTok app and play the video you want to identify. If the song is in Shazam’s library, it will appear at the top of the screen. You can open it directly on Spotify, Apple Music, or another audio platform. Check the Bottom of the ScreenWhen watching a TikTok video, a little ticker at the bottom of the screen will tell you what the song is. If it’s a listed audio clip or song, you’ll see it scroll across with the song’s name. If a user adds something, it will say “Original Audio” or “Original Sound.” Try SoundhoundLike Shazam, Soundhound excels at identifying specific pieces of audio. It’s not quite as popular as Shazam, but it is a great alternative if Shazam can’t quite pinpoint the song. In fact, many users find Soundhound to be faster and more efficient at identifying songs than Shazam – but it falls short in terms of remixes and recordings of live events. Use MusixmatchLike Shazam and Soundhound, Musixmatch is another tool for finding audio bits. While it’s probably a better option to use the other two apps, there are some (very) rare instances when you can’t find the song in either of their databases, but it might be in Musixmatch. The service has a massive catalog of musical lyrics, and you can search by those alone. Just enter a few lines of the song that you can remember. You might need to try different phrases, especially if multiple songs have those exact words. (In other words, “yeah, yeah, yeah baby” probably won’t yield results.) Check Trending SoundsOne easy way to find trending audio (especially audio that isn’t a song) is to check the Trending Sounds page of TikTok.
You can also type a description of the sound into the search bar. For example, if it’s a spoken word audio clip, type in a phrase you remember and see if it yields results. Bear in mind that TikTok will only show audio licensed for commercial use. Check HashtagsSometimes, TikTok users might opt to make their own voiceover instead of using a song. However, if these voiceovers become popular enough, they can sometimes become part of the sound library, especially if they’re stitched frequently. In cases like this, users might identify the sound through hashtags – especially if the original sound came from a well-known influencer. Use the iOS Music Recognition ToolApple fans have an advantage when it comes to identifying songs. iOS has a built-in music recognition tool, courtesy of Apple’s acquisition of Shazam. You can enable this in settings.
If you don’t see this option, ensure you’re on the latest version of iOS. You should also make sure you’ve downloaded Shazam to your iPhone. To use the tool, you must open TikTok and find a video you want to identify. Next, swipe down from the Control Center, tap the Shazam symbol, and wait for the song to be identified. Start Searching Your Favorite SongsIf you hear a popular song, chances are it’s a TikTok song, too. Or that “I’m a hap-py, happy dog” audio clip? Yeah, that’s a TikTok sound. It’s a driving force of social media, but it’s also a way to see pop culture being created in real-time. So if a song appears on a TikTok video, then it might rocket to the top of the new music charts. How do you find what song is playing on TikTok?Tap on the Shazam button and the application will search the songs be it a cover or remix and arrange them in a perfectly ordered library. In the library, you can tap on the song to get all the details like producers, singers lyrics, videos and where to find the soundtrack.
Can you Shazam a song from a video on your phone?Whether you're watching a video in an app like Instagram or YouTube or right from your camera roll, you can use Shazam on your Android, iPhone, or iPad to instantly identify the music playing from that same device.
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