Camels, frogs, outback guides to style icons, impressive impersonators to talented buskers, chef extraordinaires to sports stars, tasty recipes and beauty tips.
2023 has been a memorable year on TikTok in Australia, said Lee Hunter, general manager, TikTok Australia and New Zealand.
"We have been so inspired by the incredible creators who are the beating heart of TikTok, and this is an opportunity to celebrate those who have made their mark this year," said Hunter.
"A massive thank you to our community who show up every day as their true authentic selves and who made 2023 one for the history books - bring on 2024."
In Australia, the country's love of animals, a new beauty hack and a good party (good enough to win the 2023 TikTok Video of the Year award) shone through, accompanied by people's renewed obsession with garlic bread.
Australia - #ForYouFaves
1. @andydavie - Fitzroy blokes' garage sesh goes global and takes the 2023 TikTok Video of the Year award.
2. @daenskitchen - Mouthwatering ASMR garlic bread... bon appétit!
3. @unknowndazza - The tale of Frodrick the Frod, and his 3D printed house.
4.@ybsbrodie - Ever dared to dive into the secret lives of whales?
5. @robertirwin - Cuteness overload - Robert Irwin introduces us to Australia Zoo's very first quokka.
6. @himynameispriya - The secret to beautiful lashes and brows? A scorched almond - who knew!
Whether it was pop tunes or comeback tracks, TikTok artists gave us the soundtrack of 2023. This year, one of our most popular songs was "Cupid – Twin Ver – Sped Up Version" by FIFTY FIFTY. Capitalising on the TikTok audience's affinity for sped-up songs, this version of "Cupid" was a viral sensation, kicking off a number of trends from food tutorials to outfit picks, which have been hugely popular this year. Turn up the volume and check out TikTok's most popular songs of the year.
Australia - The Playlist
1. Collide (more sped up) - Justine Skye, @unicewani
2. Cupid – Twin Ver. – Sped Up Version - FIFTY FIFTY, @adelemareee
3. Sprinter - Dave & Central Cee, @taylebwillis
4. Boy's a Liar Pt. 2 - PinkPantheress & Ice Spice, @tazandalessia
5. Her Way (Sped Up) - PARTYNEXTDOOR, @_angelomarasigan
6. White Tee - Summer Walker & NO1-NOAH, @erinvholland
7. NASTY - Russ, @rachevren
8. girls like me don't cry (sped up) - thuy, @zaraliang
9. Open Arms (feat. Travis Scott) - SZA, @cleanwithnessa
10. Makeba - Jain, @tomharrisfootball
This year, TikTok members were entertained and inspired by an entire galaxy of creators, who remain the beating heart of theplatform. From recently crowned 2023 TikTok Creator of the Year Indy Clinton and her fellow nominees Angelo Marasigan and Tom Forrest (Outback Tom); here are the breakthrough creators who made it on and beyond
TikTok in 2023.
Australia - Breakthrough Stars
1. @_angelomarasigan - Famous for entertaining parodies and Kardashian
impersonations... bible.
2. @indyclinton - TikTok Creator of the Year 2023, chaotic queen and young mum
sharing her relatable family antics.
3. @outbacktom - Behold the journalist extraordinaire, musical prodigy, and thanks to
his Outback Grandad's help, an Aussie guide and chef.
4. @andy_cooks - Chef extraordinaire and author, sharing restaurant-quality recipes for
aspiring at-home cooks.
5. @sophadophaa - Australia's 'it girl' and Gen Z style icon making waves with her new
brand, 'All for Mimi'.
6. @biteswithlily - Your go-to food guide, revealing top eats from fine dining to
convenience store snacks - you'll never wonder where to eat again.
TikTok is a musical playground where artists and songwriters come together to propel tracks and trends at the speed of culture. Australian artists topped the charts, including global superstar Troye Sivan, Australia's favourite popstar / pixie and Music Creator of the Year 2023 Peach PRC, and resident 'Free Broccoli' king Go-Jo. Here are the most popular artists
whose songs took over people's ears and For You feeds in 2023.
Australia - The Hitmakers
1. @troyesivan set fire to the Aussie music charts with Rush (21.2K videos made) and One Of Your Girls (55K videos made).
2. @oxlee and Kayla are the dynamic sibling duo you didn't know you needed! They collaborate on trending songs, like YOU.
3. @hannahbahng's debut Perfect Blues MV (4M VV) and follow-up OLeander (2.2M
VV) has left her 4.5 followers wanting more.
4. @timmytrumpet stole the show at 2023 Tomorrowland, blending his trumpet magic with John Summit & Hayla's hit EDM song Where You Are.
5. @deanlewis, the self-proclaimed "sad song king", pleasantly surprised fans outside a theatre with an acoustic rendition of Trust Me Mate.
6. @heyimgojo turns streets into stages, with his viral live performances. If you're ever stopped by him, be prepared to sing his hit song Mrs Hollywood (15.4K videos made).
7. @peachprc is Australia's very own "manic dream pixie", delivering the bubblegum pink vibes which won her Music Creator of the Year 2023
8. @melroseavenue_ , punk rock sensation, gained a loyal TikTok following of 1.7M with iconic covers of popular songs. Now, fans stream and sing along to his original single Suffering (290K VV).
9. @cultshotta - Western Sydney’s rap duo, childhood friends Rapper E11even and Hypeman Lil Golo, keep things colourful and prove that being unique pays off.
10. @shirinaholmatova1 has serenaded over 5.6M viewers via TikTok LIVE, with an astounding 275 hours of melodious busking
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