How to Add Lyrics to TikTok Videos (Step-by-Step Guide)
TikTok is one of the best platforms for creative video content, especially music-related videos. If you’ve ever seen videos where lyrics appear in perfect sync with the music, you might be wondering how to do the same. In this guide, we’ll show you how to add lyrics to TikTok videos using built-in tools and third-party apps to make your content stand out.
1. Using TikTok’s Built-in Text Feature
You can easily add lyrics manually using TikTok’s built-in text tool. Here’s how:
- Open the TikTok app and tap the “+” to create a new video.
- Record or upload a video with the song you want to use.
- Once you’re in the editing screen, tap “Text” (Aa icon) at the bottom of the screen.
- Type in the lyrics line by line.
- Adjust the text’s font, color, and size for visual appeal.
- Tap the text, then select “Set duration” to make each lyric line appear and disappear in sync with the song.
This method works well for short videos or when you want to customize the appearance of your lyrics directly in TikTok.
2. Using a Lyrics Video Maker App
If you want perfectly synced or animated lyrics, you can use third-party apps. Here are a few popular ones:
- CapCut: A free app by ByteDance (same company as TikTok) that allows you to auto-generate subtitles or manually add lyrics with effects.
- InShot: Lets you add custom text animations and control timing for each lyric line.
- Veed.io: An online video editor with automatic subtitles that can double as synced lyrics.
Steps Using CapCut:
- Download CapCut and open your video project.
- Tap “Text” → “Auto Captions” and choose “Music/Voice.”
- Edit the text style, timing, and effects to match the beat.
- Export the video and upload it to TikTok.
3. Sync Lyrics Perfectly With the Beat
Timing is everything when it comes to adding lyrics. Here are quick tips to help:
- Use beat markers in apps like CapCut or InShot for precision.
- Preview your video multiple times to ensure lyrics match the rhythm.
- Keep each lyric segment short for better readability.
4. Add Style and Animation to Lyrics
Make your lyrics pop by adding motion effects, shadows, or glowing text. Animated transitions and fade effects can make your TikTok more engaging and professional-looking.
5. Post Your TikTok With Lyrics
Once your video is ready, upload it to TikTok, add trending hashtags like #TikTokLyrics, #MusicVideo, or #LyricsOnBeat, and share it with your audience. Engaging captions also help boost visibility.
Bonus Tip:
Pair your lyrics video with trending songs from TikTok’s “Sounds” tab for higher reach — TikTok’s algorithm favors popular sounds combined with creative visuals.
Final Thoughts
Adding lyrics to TikTok videos is an easy way to make your content more engaging and expressive. Whether you use TikTok’s text tool or an app like CapCut, take your time to sync the lyrics with the beat and style them to fit your video’s mood.