How to Create Cover Songs for TikTok and Instagram

This is YOU?
You search "remove vocals from song" and find sketchy websites that want $20.
Or YouTube tutorials involving Audacity with 47 steps.
Even when you get an instrumental, the audio quality sucks and it took an hour.
Then you still need to edit the video for TikTok format.
Pro Tip: TIP: SONGTAKE uses AI to separate any song into stems automatically—mute the vocal, sing over the perfect instrumental, and export in TikTok format in under a minute.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I remove vocals from a song to create a cover?
Use SONGTAKE's AI stem splitting to separate the original song into vocals, drums, bass, and other instruments. Mute the vocal stem and you have a perfect instrumental to sing over—no sketchy websites, no Audacity tutorials, done in seconds.
Can I export directly to TikTok and Instagram format?
Yes! Export is auto-formatted for vertical video, proper length, and optimized for social feeds. Record your cover and upload to TikTok/Instagram in under a minute—no cropping, no video editing app needed.
What if I want to add my own instruments to the cover?
Layer yourself playing multiple parts with video overdubbing. Record guitar, then add your vocal while watching yourself play. Create professional-looking duets with yourself—be your own band in minutes.
How many cover takes can I record before running out of storage?
Unlimited! Cloud storage and tiny video format mean you can record dozens of takes without filling your phone. Perfect every performance detail, try different interpretations, record it all.
Can I create those split-screen cover videos for TikTok?
Absolutely! Record yourself singing, then add yourself on guitar in a different position. SONGTAKE creates split-screen multi-track video automatically—perfect for viral "one person band" cover videos on TikTok and Instagram.
What makes SONGTAKE different from voice memos?
SONGTAKE records in true stereo with automatic cloud backup, project organization, and multi-track capabilities. Unlike voice memos that create a graveyard of unnamed files, SONGTAKE keeps everything organized, synced across devices, and ready to develop into full productions.
Can I use SONGTAKE with just one phone?
Absolutely! SONGTAKE works perfectly with a single phone for recording arrangements, backing vocals, and layered instruments. While multiple phones give you multi-angle coverage and better isolation, one phone is all you need to create professional multi-track recordings with video overdubbing.
Can I use SONGTAKE for professional music recording?
Yes! SONGTAKE seamlessly transitions from mobile recording to professional desktop production. Start with iPhone for song ideas, then open the same project on Mac with a professional 64-channel interface for mixing and mastering. It's the bridge between inspiration and production.
How does multi-phone recording work?
Place phones near each instrument for dedicated microphones. One tap starts all phones simultaneously, and they automatically sync after recording. No manual alignment needed—just position phones, hit record, and get professional multi-track isolation from devices you already own.

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