The Raindance trend is the soft, sunlit one on your For You page: one person sings on an old wooden pier, the other smiles into the camera and makes a heart with their hands, and the two of them end up side by side on the sand as the sun goes down — all set to Dave and Tems' "Raindance". It's become the go-to edit for couples, best friends and long-distance messages. This guide explains what the trend is, how to make your own version from two photos, and how to add the sound on TikTok.

All the clips below were made with the Raindance AI video generator on Viberot.

A man in a denim jacket sings on a wooden pier at sunset, then a woman with red hair smiles into the camera
Shot one: singing on the pier. Shot two: the close-up

What is the Raindance trend?#

The trend borrows the look of the seaside scenes associated with "Raindance" by Dave and Tems: low golden-hour sun, boats bobbing behind an old pier, warm lens flare and two people who clearly adore each other. People recreate it with their own faces and post it with the song.

To be clear about one thing that confuses a lot of people: Raindance is not an AI song. It's a real track by Dave and Tems. The "AI" part of the trend is putting your own faces into the scenes, instead of flying to a beach at sunset with a camera crew.

Why it works so well:

  • It's romantic without trying too hard. Slow movement, natural smiles, a sunset. No choreography to learn.
  • Everyone looks good at golden hour. The warm, low light flatters every face.
  • It tells a tiny story. Two separate shots of two people, then the two of them together — in a few seconds.

The shots, in order#

The template follows the shot order of the trend, so it helps to know what's coming:

  1. The pier. Person one sits on the wooden boards with the sea and boats behind, singing and gesturing toward the camera.
  2. The close-up. Person two looks into the lens, smiles and makes a heart with their hands.
  3. Back to the pier. Person one sings along, more relaxed, the sun lower.
  4. Together on the sand. The two sit side by side, look at each other and watch the sun go down.
A couple in a denim jacket and a camel coat sit together on the sand, lean in and smile at the camera with the pier and sunset behind them
The final shot: side by side on the sand

How to do the Raindance trend, step by step#

  1. Open the template. Go to the Raindance AI page and sign in.
  2. Upload person one. This is the singer on the pier. Use a clear photo of the face and upper body.
  3. Upload person two. This is the person in the close-ups who makes the heart with their hands.
  4. Pick format and quality. 9:16 is the default for TikTok and Reels; 16:9 is there for YouTube. Standard 720p is the default; 480p is cheaper for a test, and Fast, Pro and Ultra add detail (Pro and Ultra go up to 1080p).
  5. Generate. It usually takes a few minutes.
  6. Download. You get a 15-second MP4 with a soft generated love song and ocean waves.

Tip

Upload order decides the roles. Photo one is always the singer on the pier and photo two is always the heart-hands close-up. Swap them before you click Generate if you want the other way round.

How to add the Raindance sound on TikTok#

The video comes with a gentle generated soundtrack, not the original song. To post it with "Raindance":

  1. Download your video from Viberot.
  2. In TikTok, tap +, then Upload, and pick the video.
  3. Tap Add sound, search for "Raindance" and pick the official Dave & Tems sound.
  4. Turn the original audio volume down to zero in Volume so only the song plays, then post.

The same works on Instagram Reels with the music library. Using the platform's own licensed sound is also the safest way to keep your post from being muted.

Choosing photos for a convincing duet#

Both people get close-ups, so both photos need to be sharp.

Works well Causes trouble
One person per photo, face and shoulders visible Group photos or a face that's small in the frame
Looking at the camera, natural smile Sunglasses, masks, a hand covering the face
Daylight or a bright room Very dark photos or strong coloured lighting
Simple, warm-toned clothes (denim, knitwear, camel) Busy patterns that shimmer when they move

Clothes in your photos are usually kept, so plan for the beach: a denim jacket, a cream knit or a camel coat looks right at golden hour, while neon or a business suit looks out of place.

The two photos don't need to match. A selfie of you and a photo someone else took of your partner work fine — both are relit for the sunset.

Note

Photos that appear to show minors or public figures are rejected before any credits are charged. That includes photos of Dave or Tems. Use photos of people who agreed to be in your video.

Who to make it with#

The Raindance trend started with couples, but it works for any two people who matter to you:

  • Your partner — for an anniversary, or just because.
  • Long-distance love — you're on the same beach, at least in the video.
  • Your best friend — the heart hands read as pure platonic love too.
  • Mum, dad or a grandparent — surprisingly moving, and great for a birthday.

If you want something with more energy for two people, the Hotel Lobby trend puts a duo under one mic in an orange studio, and the AI zombie trend turns a couple into a horror-movie hug.

How much it costs#

The Raindance video is 15 seconds, longer than most templates. A Standard 720p video costs 251 credits; 480p costs 121. Higher tiers cost more, and the exact price is always shown next to the Generate button before you start. Credit packs are one-time payments — no subscription — start at $9.90 for 600 credits and never expire. If a generation fails, the credits are refunded automatically. See the pricing page for details.

Frequently asked questions#

Is Raindance an AI song?#

No. "Raindance" is a real song by Dave and Tems. The AI trend is about putting your own faces into the golden-hour scenes.

Does the video include the original song?#

No. It comes with a soft generated love song and ocean waves. Add the official "Raindance" sound when you post on TikTok or Reels, as shown above.

Does it use Dave's or Tems' faces?#

No. Only the shot order and camera movement are used as a reference. Every face in your video comes from your two photos. Viberot isn't affiliated with the artists.

Can I make it with just one photo?#

The Raindance AI template needs two photos, one per person. You can upload two photos of the same person, but the trend works best with two different people.

How long is the video?#

15 seconds, in 9:16 or 16:9.