The Beatles Land on TikTok With 36 Songs to Soundtrack Your Videos
As one of the greatest and most influential bands in music history, The Beatles’ music has stood the test of time, gaining fans of all ages and generations since they first emerged onto the music scene in the early 1960s. And now, in a move that reflects just how much they continue to captivate the public’s imagination, their music is set to be incorporated into one of the most popular social media platforms of the modern era – TikTok.
With 36 of their greatest hits added to TikTok’s music library, The Beatles’ music is now available for the platform’s users to soundtrack their videos with. From classics such as “Hey Jude” and “Twist and Shout” to the lesser-known gems like “I’m Only Sleeping” and “Helter Skelter,” there’s a song for every mood and moment.
The collaboration between TikTok and The Beatles’ record label, Universal Music Group, was announced on June 17th, 2021, with a statement from TikTok’s Global Head of Music Ole Obermann declaring, “We’re thrilled to bring the most iconic band of all time to our application. Our community loves music, and we’re in awe of the timelessness of The Beatles’ music, which influences just about every genre of music since they first hit the scene.”
The addition of The Beatles’ music to TikTok is set to introduce their songs to a new audience, as well as allowing established fans to create unique and creative content using their favorite tracks. Already, users have been creating videos that pay homage to the band’s iconic moments and album covers while using their songs as the soundtrack. One TikTok user even made a mini-documentary about The Beatles, intercutting archival footage with their classic song “Let it Be.”
It’s clear that The Beatles’ music has, and continues to, transcend time and geographical boundaries. A decade after they disbanded, their music continues to be discovered and appreciated by new generations, as evident by its continued success on streaming platforms like Spotify, where they have amassed over 60 million monthly listeners.
For those who already love The Beatles, TikTok provides a new and fun way to experience their iconic music, while for others, it’s an opportunity to discover one of the most revered bands in the music industry.
The Beatles’ 36 songs are available on TikTok’s music library, and with their addition to the app, we can expect to see a lot more creative content from users soundtracked by some of the greatest songs ever written. So, whether you’re a diehard fan or a new listener, get ready to see The Beatles’ music come to life like never before on TikTok – a match made in musical heaven.