Top 10 TikTok Artists Taking Over Music & Creative Trends

Top 10 TikTok Artists

Top 10 TikTok Artists Taking Over Music & Creative Trends

One moment on TikTok, and suddenly a name nobody knew is trending worldwide. A clip goes viral – next week that person sells out stadiums. Not just pop or rap gets pushed by raw punk voices, even obscure world music finds their way through. What users swipe through ends up setting playlists across continents.  Right now, these ten creators stand out on TikTok recently working best and shaping what people watch, hear and talk about them.

KATSEYE

KATSEYE group photo

Out of a world-wide talent show called Dream Academy – backed by HYBE Entertainment and Geffen Records – came KATSEYE, a fresh pop girl group launched in 2023. KATSEYE stepped into the spotlight in June 2024 with their inaugural track, “Debut.” From there, momentum grew further shaped by follow-up songs such as “Touch” and “Gnarly.” By August 2024, their initial EP titled SIS (Soft Is Strong) saw release, locking down both style and artistic direction early on. By 2025 they released their second EP “ Beautiful Chaos with the inclusion of tracks such as “Gnarly,” “Gabriela,” and “Gameboy. It landed on the Billboard 200 list at position four, proof enough that they’d outgrown life just on TikTok.

Known for mixing catchy pop sounds with high-energy dance moves, bold styles, and sharp visual identity – a mix that pulls in fans, especially younger ones, across the globe. From America, South Korea, the Philippines, Switzerland and beyond. They were named TikTok Global Artist of the Year for 2025 an honor highlighting their best influence on the platform. Their music earned over 30 billion views across TikTok and twelve million users had generated videos using their sound.

KATSEYE Members

KATSEYE includes six individuals drawn from varied cultural settings:

  • Sophia Laforteza
  • Manon Bannerman
  • Daniela Avanzini
  • Lara Raj
  • Megan Skiendiel
  • Yoonchae Jeung

Alex Warren

Alex Warren

Alex Warren is an American singer and songwriter. He started posting videos on social media when he was a teenager. A lot of people followed him on TikTok then he put out his own music in 2021 after Atlantic Records signed him in 2022. Warren got a big boom in early 2025 when his song “Ordinary” got very popular on TikTok and other streaming sites. The song hit number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and Spotify Global charts. “Ordinary” went to the top in many other countries. The song was one of the biggest hits that year.

Now his name appears on several notable lists – he took home the Breakthrough Artist of the Year TikTok Awards, performed under Best New Artist at the MTV Video Music Awards, and was nominated for a Grammy. Even though many see him as a storyteller, Alex frequently turns TikTok posts into art using feeling with the best  Light and motion. Each frame feels like part of a film, guided by atmosphere instead of direction. Because of the best visuals, viewing his clips becomes less about the message, more about sensing. Creativity here isn’t only about making images; it shifts into shaping inner reactions through sight.

Sombr

Sombr

From July 5, 2005 on, Shane Michael Boose – known as Sombr – stepped into music making back in 2021. His first track dropped that year under the name “Nothing Left to Say,” followed by a full EP called “In Another Life” by 2023. Things shifted fast once users stumbled upon his songs online. By 2025, two tracks – “Back to Friends” and “Undressed” – took off on TikTok, pushing views and listeners into the stratosphere. That wave pulled him into major charts across continents. One song especially stuck: “Back to Friends.” It climbed to number one on Billboard’s global rankings and landed within the top twenty on their main U.S. chart.

Fans responded so strongly it turned golden in multiple nations, then later upgraded to platinum without pause. Out came his first long-player, I Barely Know Her (2025), holding those hits together with more standout cuts – praise followed, fast on its heels, like a nod toward new talent at both the 68th Grammy Awards and the MTV Video Music Awards, where he took home Best Alternative Video for “Back to Friends.”That raw, feeling-heavy indie-pop sound, paired with viral clips on TikTok, quietly builds something big: a presence among today’s younger music makers.

Ravyn Lenae

Ravyn Lenae

Ravyn Lenae is an American singer and songwriter from Chicago. She first became famous after releasing popular EPs like Moon Shoes, Midnight Moonlight, and Crush which received a lot of praise. After that she signed with Atlantic Records and built a strong identity as an artist who mixes R&B with neo-soul, electronic and experimental music that creates a unique and modern sound. Then came Bird’s Eye, released in 2024, where rhythm meets thought like never before. 

By early 2025, “Love Me Not” circulated through TikTok feeds faster than anyone predicted. Its rise placed it among the highest ranks on Billboard’s main charts worldwide. Voices rise when moments shift – Lenae stands within that turn, shaping waves few see coming. Performance highlights appear at festivals where crowds stop breathing to listen. Praise flows not just from ears but also from awards handed across desks quietly. Year after year, recognition follows her like a shadow on pavement. Contemporary R&B changes slowly – until it doesn’t – and she moves ahead without announcing it.

Lola Young

Lola Young

Lola From South London is a talented singer‑songwriter now known across borders following the rise of her 2024 track “Messy” on TikTok. Born in 2001, her path in music started long before fame arrived. Back then, she used to win small contests just playing around. Then came the chance to study at Britain’s famous BRIT School, opening doors further down the line. Her Music began circulating publicly in 2019, marking an early step forward. What stands out about her voice is how real it feels – raw tones mixed with personal lyrics that connect.

That song “Messy” climbed to number one in the UK, stepping into the main ten spots worldwide. It landed at number 14 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart, boosted by TikTok users sharing dance videos over and over. With “Messy” doing well, her follow-up record “This Wasn’t Meant for You Anyway” started getting serious attention. Recognition grew and she became nomination-worthy for Ivor Novello Awards, also landing a spot on Forbes 30 Under 30. By 2025, she moved forward again, dropping her third studio effort I’m Only Fucking Myself. That moment strengthened how people see her honest lyrics and strong voice within today’s pop scene.

Doechii

Doechii

Doechii is a rapper, vocalist  and composer from the U.S  recognized by her high energy approach, striking imagery and fusion heavy tracks. Though she began putting out songs around the late 2010s, recognition truly arrived via the 2020 mixtape ‘Oh the Places You’ll Go’ along with hit clips such as “Yucky Blucky Fruitcake” gaining rapid attention on TikTok. Her track “Anxiety,” first made years back but in March 2025 when clips popped up online top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 and topping multiple charts, including Billboard’s Digital Song Sales chart.  

What makes Doechii stand out is how creatively she uses sound across different styles. Not just limited to one genre, her tracks mix rap energy with bright pop hooks – sometimes pushing into wild & uncharted zones. This mix gives her a natural fit for short-form clips that spread fast online. Take her track “Anxiety,” for example – it suddenly popped everywhere on TikTok, turning into a go-to clip for emotional moments. Moments like those reveal how new voices can blast into view through the app’s rhythm.

Artemas Diamandis

Artemas Diamandis

Artemas  is an English singer, songwriter, producer and alternative pop artist from Oxfordshire England. The producer shaped mood heavy sounds across alt-pop, dark wave, R&B, and electronic music . His work started in 2020 with the release of “High 4 U,” a first step into what would grow slowly through heartfelt, personal lyrics. Word spread quietly, carried forward by songs that feel lived-in rather than polished. Then came “If U Think I’m Pretty,” which jumped online circles without warning, pulling listeners into his world whether they noticed or not. By 2024, things shifted with “I Like the Way You Kiss Me,” a track that climbed leaders’ lists from Paris to Berlin, locking into playlists where others had long tried to stay. 

Numbers climbed fast and sat high in charts from London to Rome, entering the top ten in many places while leaving trails of repeated plays behind. By 2025 he performed at big events such as Coachella, quickly building a reputation through high energy stage shows. His song “I Like the Way You Kiss Me” landed a spot on the shortlist for the 2025 BRIT Awards’ Song of the Year category, marking notable attention from music professionals. TikTok moved him from unknown voices to known names across continents overnight.

Dasha

Dasha

Dasha is an American pop singer,  songwriter from San Luis Obispo California. Her track “Austin (Boots Stop Workin’)” jumped into everyone’s feeds when it exploded across TikTok, sparking a wild line-dance craze along with endless clips from listeners bowled over by her sound. Her song “Austin” spread fast, showing up everywhere from daily routines to long drives across state lines.

EJAE

EJAE

EJAE  is a South Korean American singer, songwriter, and record producer. She started working behind the scenes writing and producing for K-pop acts like Red Velvet, Aespa, TWICE, LE SSERAFIM and NMIXX before becoming widely known as an artist. By 2025 things shifted; she stepped into the spotlight through music made under her own identity. People started noticing not just what she created but how it sounded. Her voice entered ears globally as Rumi’s performer in KPop Demon Hunters.

One song “Golden” caught attention fast – climbing to number one on Billboard’s Hot 100 and Global 200 lists. That climb mirrored larger momentum; four tracks from the same soundtrack sat inside the top ten at once. Such overlap rarely happens – making it stand out even more. Out of quiet melodies comes a connection his voice cuts through, raw yet smooth vibe. Viewers feel it when his songs play during slow moments in edits or real-life clips because that grip on emotion isn’t accidental; it’s natural.

Addison Rae

Addison Rae

From dance clips on TikTok, Addison Rae rose into view across millions of screens. Her rise Paced by swift climbs in visibility after posting catchy edits online. With more than eighty-eight million following her path, recognition turned into real influence over time. Music drew her attention later on – not just as a trend but as something she started training for. In 2024, her debut track dropped through a big record label. Called “Diet Pepsi,” it slipped onto the Billboard Hot 100. Later came more: “Aquamarine” cracked the chart too. Then “High Fashion,” soft and sharp at once. Even “Headphones On” found its place among loud competition.

On June 6, 2025, Rae dropped her debut studio album, Addison – it landed straight at No. 4 on the Billboard 200, proof of how far she’s come. Not long after, she hit the road with her very own headlining tour across countries, spreading her sound far and wide. Her name appeared on big stages, including Coachella, giving fans a real taste of what she brings live. By year’s end, critics voted her Best New Artist, placing her right among music’s rising stars.

What makes these TikTok creators significant?

These artists show how TikTok has reshaped music – for example,
  • Breaking artists without traditional promotion
  • Driving global streaming success
  • Reviving niche and underground genres
  • Creating direct artist-fan connections
  • Nowhere else does a platform shape sound quite like TikTok does today.

Final Words:

Each artist has a different story. Pop stars rub shoulders with solo newcomers, while oddball acts find space alongside mainstream names. Fame now wears many faces, shaped by views, sounds, and moments posted by millions. A singer’s path might start with a viral clip instead of years of waiting backstage. Attention travels fast when it flows through phone screens everywhere. When music moods shift again, TikTok still holds strong – its influence on what’s next won’t fade anytime soon

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