Mid-June Update: Top TikTok Sounds, Social Media News, and Key Events
Explore trending TikTok sounds, the latest social media news, and important dates for June.
UNUM Staff
Everyday Social Tool
June is heating up with fresh trends, music, and social media buzz. Let’s dive into what’s making waves this month, from the latest TikTok sounds to noteworthy social media news and calendar events. Save these events for your social media strategy and don’t miss out on these trending topics!
Trending TikTok Sounds
U My Everything feat. Drake (Listen here)
Please Please Please by Sabrina Carpenter (Listen here)
Birds of a Feather by Billie Eilish (Listen here)
Nasty by Tinashe (Listen here)
Popular TikTok Trends
Showing Him Your Room as a "Cool Girl"
@barstoolsports She went surfing 🤣 @Barstool Outdoors (via:@ellen harrold ♬ original sound - ellen harrold
The “Trying to Distract” Trend
Cause yeah i need that
The “I Beg You Don’t Embarrass Me” Trend
@torturedpoets.mp3 🤣 #taylorswift #traviskelce #pleasepleaseplease #sabrinacarpenter #chief #superbowl #tnt #tayvis #fyp #vivalasvegas @Taylor Swift @Travis Kelce @Sabrina Carpenter ♬ motherfucker - sar ᥫ᭡
The “I Remember When I Lost My Mind” Trend
@tizifein Vor allem dachte ich, dass mein Schuss krass kam😃 #embarrassing#lostmymind#jugendsünde#imjustagirl#fyp#fussballstar ♬ original sound - Lanae
Social Media News
Instagram Tests Creator Insights
Instagram is rolling out new tools to help creators track their profile performance. Read more here.
TikTok Shares Marketing Insights
TikTok provides key considerations for brand marketing to enhance engagement on the platform. Learn more here.
Meta's AI Training Controversy
Meta faces backlash for using user posts in AI training without opt-out options. Find out more.
Important Dates in June
While it’s always fun to see the trending audio and TikTok trends, let's not forget the significance of June and the important dates we need to recognize and highlight.
Juneteenth (June 19)
Juneteenth is a day to honor the end of slavery in the United States. It’s a time to reflect on the struggles and achievements of Black Americans and to recognize the ongoing journey toward racial justice and equality. This day is crucial for understanding our history and committing to a more equitable future!!
Pride Month (June)
Pride Month is dedicated to celebrating the LGBTQ+ community, promoting inclusion, and supporting the fight for equal rights. It’s a month to acknowledge the progress made and the work still needed to ensure that everyone can live openly and authentically without fear of discrimination.
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