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100 Best TikTok Hooks

Study the first 5-10 seconds that make viewers stop scrolling. These top-performing TikTok hooks demonstrate effective patterns that capture attention immediately. Learn what works and apply these techniques to your own videos.

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controversy

Hook #20: Misconception Debunked

Challenge a common misconception in your industry with contrary evidence.

10.9M views
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statistic

Hook #12: Shocking Statistic Hook

Lead with a shocking statistic that challenges common beliefs about your topic.

10.6M views
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question

Hook #7: Direct Question to Viewer

Ask viewers a direct question that targets their pain points or desires.

10.3M views
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demonstration

Hook #9: Secret Hack Revealed

Tease a little-known hack or trick that provides immediate value to viewers.

9.4M views
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storytelling

Hook #11: The Unexpected Reveal

Start with a surprising reveal that contradicts viewers' expectations, creating immediate intrigue.

8.8M views
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storytelling

Hook #6: Storytelling with a Twist

Begin with a personal story that has an unexpected twist to draw viewers in.

8.7M views
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demonstration

Hook #14: Before and After Transformation

Show a dramatic before/after transformation in the first seconds to demonstrate value.

8.6M views
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storytelling

Hook #16: Storytelling with a Twist

Begin with a personal story that has an unexpected twist to draw viewers in.

8.0M views
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question

Hook #5: Problem-Solution Format

Present a common problem your audience faces, then tease the solution you'll provide.

8.2M views
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statistic

Hook #2: Shocking Statistic Hook

Lead with a shocking statistic that challenges common beliefs about your topic.

8.2M views
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controversy

Hook #3: Controversial Opinion

State a controversial or unexpected opinion to trigger viewer curiosity and engagement.

7.5M views
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question

Hook #17: Direct Question to Viewer

Ask viewers a direct question that targets their pain points or desires.

6.9M views
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question

Hook #15: Problem-Solution Format

Present a common problem your audience faces, then tease the solution you'll provide.

7.5M views
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demonstration

Hook #8: Day in the Life

Start by showing a glimpse of your daily routine that's unique or aspirational.

7.0M views
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demonstration

Hook #18: Day in the Life

Start by showing a glimpse of your daily routine that's unique or aspirational.

6.7M views
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demonstration

Hook #4: Before and After Transformation

Show a dramatic before/after transformation in the first seconds to demonstrate value.

6.7M views
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controversy

Hook #13: Controversial Opinion

State a controversial or unexpected opinion to trigger viewer curiosity and engagement.

6.0M views
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demonstration

Hook #19: Secret Hack Revealed

Tease a little-known hack or trick that provides immediate value to viewers.

5.6M views
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storytelling

Hook #1: The Unexpected Reveal

Start with a surprising reveal that contradicts viewers' expectations, creating immediate intrigue.

3.4M views
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controversy

Hook #10: Misconception Debunked

Challenge a common misconception in your industry with contrary evidence.

1.9M views
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