A deep dive into how "The One That Got Away" became TikTok's top song for September 2026, appearing in over 42 million videos. Covers the nostalgia-driven audio trend cycle, how old pop hits get second lives via short-form video, and what this means for artists and labels chasing viral resurgence. Includes a look at similar 2010s-pop TikTok revivals.
Katy Perry's "The One That Got Away" resurgence on TikTok
Katy Perry's 2013 hit is back, racking up 55B+ TikTok views. Here's why the resurgence is happening now.
