Sound effects help to make funny videos more effective than just visuals. A sound effect can change the entire meaning of a video, and the same goes for meme humor, which is primarily based on derivative humor. Meme sound effects create an entire new dimension of meaning, response, and punchline to images. Meme sounds can enhance the comedy in a video by providing a greater cultural context or reference for the audience. If you enjoy making meme edits on TikTok, Instagram, or Vine, welcome to my blog!
15 Must-Have Meme Sound Effects
• Classic fail sound. Plays when someone is in a really awkward or embarrassing moment.
• "Come on! You can do better than that."
• Great for prank and roast videos.
• Makes scenes much funnier quickly.
2. Vine Boom (Bass Boost)
• A loud bass drop to add a dramatic effect.
• "Zoom In! "Perfect when you zoom in on something to surprise your viewers.
• Boosts the power of viral memes.
• It makes a playful bouncing noise when you jump or drop something
• The sound is really cartoonish
• It’s great for kids and comedy clips
4. Sad Violin
• A dramatic musical sound when something goes wrong.
• Adds humor to clips where someone loses or makes a mistake.
• Popular in roast memes.
5. Fail Buzzer
• Game show sound for a wrong answer.
• Ideal for funny and challenging fails.
• Makes pranks a lot more fun.
6. Laugh Track (Audience Laugh)
• Sitcom-style laugh track in the background
• Makes jokes feel bigger
• Guides you on when to laugh
• For funny dialogues
7. Windows Error Sound
• Technical error tone for mistakes
• Shows problems or glitches
• A bit of old internet humor
• Works well for gaming memes
Loud and sudden: Impact sound
• Sometimes makes people laugh by surprise
• Works well for turbulence or someone falling
9. Oh No (in the style of TikTok)
• A sound that builds up with tension
• Suggests something is about to go wrong
• Perfect for pulling off pranks
• Very common in short video clips
10. Air Horn
• The sudden impact and big excitement
• Draws people's attention quickly
• Making fun or teasing others
• Makes people feel more lively and energetic
11. Drum Roll
• Makes people feel anxious before sharing something
• Leads to stress and a sense of excitement
• Works well for funny situations
• Ideal for creating surprises
12. Scratch Record
• The music stops suddenly when there is a pause.
• It’s wonderful for signaling embarrassing situations or amusing moments.
• Freeze frames are a good fit for this.
• This is a great way to get flawless comedic timing.
13. Clown Horn
• A clown horn makes a silly and funny noise.
• It's all about goofy or amusing things that happen.
• It makes people act in a playful and kid-like way.
• This kind of style is great for jokes or funny stunts.
14. Punch/Smack Cartoon Hit
• A heightened sound of battle
• Makes hits lighthearted rather than serious
• Perfect for humorous comedy
• Ideal for editing animation
15. Camera Click/Snap
• A freeze-frame snapshot sound
• Highlights funny replies
• Works well with zooms or captions
• Feels like something you'd see on social media
FAQs
Q1. Are meme sounds copyrighted?
A: Some are free, but before using them for commercial purposes, always check the license.
Q2. What sounds are best for funny mishaps?
A: Bruh, sad violin and fail buzzer sounds work best.
Q3. Can I use these sounds in YouTube reels and shorts?
A: Yes, they are perfect for viral short-form content.