In February 2021, Instagram Reels were dominated by a mix of high-energy pop, TikTok crossovers, and "sea shanty" anthems. These tracks became the definitive background music for fashion transitions, travel montages, and comedic skits during that period.
: Released early that month, it immediately flooded the app with dance challenges and high-fashion transitions.
If you're looking to find what's (in 2026), you can check the Reels Explore page for the "arrow" icon or follow Instagram's Creator Account for weekly trend reports.