- Rae Swan
- Posts
- 5 Trending Audio You Need to Use This Week
5 Trending Audio You Need to Use This Week
Most people overcomplicate Instagram growth.
They think they need perfect editing, a huge budget, or some secret hack to go viral.
But the truth? Sometimes, all it takes is the right sound.
Using trending audio isn’t just about jumping on a trend—it’s about hacking the algorithm to get free exposure.
And when you use the right sound at the right time? Your content can explode.
That’s why every Friday, I’m bringing you 5 trending audios you can use right now to boost your reach and grow faster.
Let’s get into it.


/



Why Trending Audio Works
Ever wonder why some reels with basic edits get millions of views while high-quality videos flop?
It’s not luck. It’s strategy.
Instagram pushes Reels that use trending sounds because:
✔️ It keeps users engaged longer (the more people watch, the more it gets boosted).
✔️ The algorithm favors it (Instagram wants more people using these sounds).
✔️ It helps your content land on the Explore & Reels feed (free exposure = more followers).
And here’s the proof:
I used trending audio to grow my first account from 600 followers to 50K in just 45 days.
Not by luck.
Not by guessing.
But by following a system designed to maximize reach and go viral.
And I’m doing it again.
I started posting on a new account at the beginning of this February. My Reels went from 100 views to 5K views, hitting 40K total views and gaining 130 followers, all within a few weeks.
This strategy still works. And if you’re serious about growing, you need to be using it.
Want to learn the exact system I used?
See you next Friday with more trending audio drops.
Best,
Rae