What Is Trending on YouTube in the UK Right Now
The United Kingdom has over 57 million YouTube users and is one of the world's most music-driven YouTube markets. UK YouTube trending is consistently dominated by music videos, trending songs, and official audio releases from British and international artists - far more so than most other countries.
Our tool fetches the top 50 trending YouTube videos in the UK in real time, updated every page load. Use the Music tab to see trending songs specifically, or browse All Trending for the complete picture across music, gaming, and more.
The UK YouTube trending page reflects what 57 million British viewers are watching right now - from chart-topping music videos and Premier League highlights to BBC content, British comedy, and viral moments from UK social media.
Trending YouTube Music Channels in the UK
The UK has some of the most-followed YouTube music channels in the world. These channels consistently appear in UK YouTube trending for music:
VEVO UK Official music videos from major UK label artists - Universal, Sony, Warner releases all premiere here first
GRM Daily UK's leading grime, UK rap, and afroswing music channel. Home to new music from artists like Headie One, Stormzy, and Central Cee
Link Up TV UK urban music premieres, freestyles, and exclusive content from the UK rap and drill scene
BBC Radio 1 Live sessions, chart shows, and exclusive performances from the UK's most influential radio station
Artist Channels Ed Sheeran, Dua Lipa, Little Simz, Dave, Stormzy, Coldplay, Sam Smith - UK artists with massive global followings
Spotify / Apple Music UK Official YouTube channels for major streaming platforms frequently post UK chart performance videos and exclusive content
Use the Music tab above to see which YouTube music channels are actually trending in the UK right now - updated in real time.
Trending Songs on YouTube UK (2026)
The UK is one of the world's most influential music markets, producing more global chart hits per capita than almost any country. Trending songs on YouTube UK often become global viral hits - British artists consistently top worldwide YouTube music charts.
UK Rap & Grime Artists like Central Cee, Dave, Stormzy, Headie One, and Little Simz dominate UK trending music year-round
British Pop Ed Sheeran, Dua Lipa, Adele, Sam Smith, and Coldplay maintain consistent UK trending presence with new releases
Afrobeats & Afroswing Rema, Burna Boy, Asake, and UK-based afrobeats artists trend heavily in the UK, reflecting its diverse music culture
Indie & Alternative Blur, Arctic Monkeys, The 1975, Wet Leg, and rising UK indie acts trend during album and single releases
UK Drill South London drill music from artists discovered on YouTube has become a global export, trending in the UK and beyond
Dance & Electronic UK dance culture (Ibiza, festivals) drives trending electronic music videos, especially during summer months
YouTube Music Charts UK
The UK has some of the most competitive YouTube music charts in the world. Here is how to find the top YouTube music charts for the UK:
This Tool (Music Tab) Top 50 trending music videos in the UK right now - live data Click Music tab above
YouTube Charts UK Official YouTube top songs and music videos by total views, updated weekly charts.youtube.com (select UK)
UK Official Charts Official UK Singles Chart - YouTube streams count toward chart positions officialcharts.com
YouTube Music Playlists Curated UK playlists: New Music UK, UK Top 100, Hot Shots UK music.youtube.com
Important: YouTube streaming counts toward the official UK Singles Chart since 2014. A song trending on YouTube UK can directly boost its Official Charts position - which is why UK labels prioritize YouTube music videos and often premiere exclusive content on the platform.
YouTube Music Videos Trending in the UK Today
Music videos on YouTube UK are uniquely powerful because UK YouTube views count toward Official Chart positions. This creates a cycle where trending YouTube music videos receive more promotion, more streams, and more chart success - making the UK one of the most competitive music video markets globally.
- New release premieres - Major label artists drop music videos at midnight (UK time) to maximise first-day streams. UK fans watch immediately, creating massive view velocity that pushes videos into trending.
- Music video vs. official audio - The UK market strongly prefers full music videos over lyric videos or audio-only uploads. High-budget productions from UK artists consistently outperform audio uploads in trending.
- UK exclusive content - BBC Radio 1 Live Lounge performances, BRIT Awards clips, and Mercury Prize sessions trend uniquely in the UK and not in other countries' trending feeds.
- TikTok crossover songs - Songs that go viral on UK TikTok (often distinct from US viral sounds) consistently appear in UK YouTube trending music as users search for the full version.
Trending Gaming Videos on YouTube UK
While music dominates UK YouTube trending, gaming is the second-largest category. Click the Gaming tab above to see the current top trending gaming videos in the UK. Key UK gaming content types:
UK Gaming Creators KSI, Miniminter, Wroetoshaw (W2S), and the Sidemen dominate UK gaming entertainment and regularly trend on UK YouTube
FIFA / EA FC Content Football gaming is massive in the UK - FIFA pack openings, Ultimate Team content, and career mode videos trend heavily
Esports & Tournaments UK esports teams and international tournaments broadcast live on YouTube generate significant trending activity
