TikTok has issued a list of the UK’s top music stars on its platform in an effort to recognize artists from the UK who have made an impact on the app, with names such as Russ Millions, Central Cee, and more making the cut.
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TikTok released its ‘Year on TikTok Music Report’ on December 13th, which reviews the songs and musicians who topped the app in the UK in 2021.
According to the report, Russ and Tion Wayne’s record-breaking “Body” remix is the #1 tune by UK artists this year, followed by Sam Smith and PinkPantheress in second and third place, respectively.
The study also revealed that UK rap is the most popular genre on TikTok’s app, once again beating both mainstream and dance music.
TikTok’s Head of Music Operations EU and UK for TikTok, Paul Hourican said:
“2021 has been a landmark year for TikTok, our artists and partners across the UK music industry. A year when our artist community and sounds became even bigger and more diverse, and when fans discovered and re-discovered incredible music, both new and old.
He went on: “The ascent of “Body” from Tion Wayne and Russ Millions, the reimagining of sea shanties by Nathan Evans, the long anticipated new music of Ed Sheeran, the rise of #busker, and Pink Pantheress’ global success have all made 2021 truly unique.
Adding: “The creativity and inspiration of our creator community and those that enjoy their content, never ceases to amaze us; we’re excited to see what we can do together in 2022.”
See below for the Top 10 UK tracks and their respective artists for 2021.
1. ‘Body’ (Remix) [feat. ArrDee, E1 (3×3), ZT (3×3), Bugzy Malone, Buni, Fivio Foreign &
Darkoo]” Tion Wayne & Russ Millions
2. ‘Like I Can’ – Sam Smith
3. ‘Just For Me’ – PinkPantheress
4.‘ Unlock it (Lock It) [Jeff Prior Mix]’ – Charli XCX
5. ‘Levitating’ – Dua Lipa
6. ‘Obsessed With You’ – Central Cee
7. ‘Wellerman – Sea Shanty / 220 KID x Billen Ted Remix’ – Nathan Evans & 220 KID & 08. Billen Ted
8. ‘Bad Habits’ – Ed Sheeran
9. ‘Oliver Twist’ – “ArrDee”
10. ‘Nice To Meet Ya’ – Wes Nelson
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