The viral TikTok trend

Two photos.
One Hotel Lobby rap duo.

Two photos in, one rap-duo video out: you and a friend (or a pet) trading bars in an orange studio, ready for TikTok and Reels.

2 photosAI effectTikTok · Reels
Two photos → one videoMotion from the trend8s clip5 free credits
For the best result
  • ✓One person (or pet) per photo, facing the camera
  • ✓Face clear and well lit — no sunglasses, hats or hands over it
  • ✓Show the outfit: a photo from the head to the waist or knees
  • ✓No mirror selfies or phone in hand — it can show up in your video
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Uses 18 credits · new accounts get 5 free creditsGet credits

By generating you confirm everyone in these photos is you or has given permission. No minors. Terms

OutputExample output
EXAMPLEAI model · made with Hotel Lobby AI

AI-generated example. The people in it are fictional.

Finished videos land in My clips

How it works

How to make a AI Rapper video

01
Upload two photos

Photo 1 is the left rapper, photo 2 the right. One person (or pet) each, face visible and well lit. JPG, PNG or WebP, up to 10 MB.

02
Pick a format

9:16 for TikTok and Reels, 16:9 for YouTube.

03
Generate and post

Usually a few minutes. Download it and post.

Trend facts
Format
Rap duo, orange-lit lobby booth
Input
2 photos (JPG/PNG/WebP, up to 10 MB)
Output
8 s MP4, 9:16 or 16:9
Started
Around Sep 22, 2026
2 photos

What is the Hotel Lobby AI video maker?

AI Rapper puts two people into the orange-lit lobby rap-duo format that spread on TikTok in September 2026. You bring two photos; the AI does the rest.

  • Two photos in. One photo per rapper: friends, a couple, or you and your dog. Clear and front-facing.
  • A rap duo out. Both of you side by side in an orange studio, taking turns on the verse, with close-ups of each face and a generated beat.
  • Vertical, ready to post. An 8-second 9:16 or 16:9 MP4 for TikTok, Reels and Shorts.
Examples on YouTube

See the format in the wild

Community clips of this style, embedded from YouTube. They are not made by AI Rapper and no one in them endorses us.

Built for this one freestyle

  • Real motion and rhythm

    The clip follows a reference performance, so gestures and timing feel like the trend.

  • Your whole look

    Face, hair and outfit come from your photo, not a generic character.

  • Two formats

    Vertical 9:16 for TikTok and Reels, landscape 16:9 for YouTube.

  • A few minutes

    Start a clip and come back — it appears in My clips when it's done.

  • Pay only when it works

    If a generation fails, your credits are refunded automatically.

  • Private by design

    Your photo and your clip are stored privately and only visible to you.

Tips and honest limits

  • Use a clear, well-lit photo

    Front-facing, face fully visible, no heavy filters. JPG, PNG or WebP, up to 10 MB.

  • One person only

    Group photos confuse the model about who to use.

  • Skip sunglasses and masks

    Anything covering the face makes the result less accurate.

  • Results can vary

    It's AI: faces and hands won't always be perfect. Try another photo if it's off.

  • Audio may be generated

    Clips can include generated sound. Add your own track in TikTok or Instagram.

  • Only photos you're allowed to use

    Your own, or someone who clearly agreed. No minors.

One-time credit packs

How much does one Hotel Lobby AI video cost?

Credit packs start at $9.99 for one video, and a default clip uses 18 credits. New accounts get 5 free credits as a head start, which is not enough for a full clip. Credits never expire.

1 Video
$9.99
≈ $9.99 / clip · 18 credits
2 Videos
$17.99
≈ $9.00 / clip · 36 credits
5 Videos
$39.99
≈ $8.00 / clip · 90 credits
Hotel Lobby AI pricing →
FAQ

Hotel Lobby AI questions

What is the Hotel Lobby AI video trend?+

A viral format where two people (or pets) are placed into an orange-lit lobby rap performance. AI Rapper generates a new clip from your two photos; it does not use the original song or footage.

How long is the video?+

About 8 seconds by default (5, 8 or 10 in advanced settings), in 9:16 or 16:9 — sized for TikTok, Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts.

How many credits does it cost?+

Each clip uses 18 credits. New accounts get 5 free credits as a head start, which is not enough for a full clip; a $9.99 pack adds 18 credits. Failed generations are refunded automatically.

Whose photo can I use?+

Your own, or someone who clearly agreed to it. Don't upload minors or other people without permission.

Is it a CapCut template or an app?+

No. It's a web tool, not a CapCut template: you upload two photos and AI Rapper generates a new AI clip that puts you into the performance. Download the MP4 and post it directly or edit it in CapCut.

Where can I find the original rap video?+

The original clips are on TikTok and YouTube — we embed a real post on this page so you can see the trend. AI Rapper doesn't host or redistribute the original video.

Can I use the original sound?+

Clips can include generated audio. To use the original sound, add it in TikTok, Instagram or CapCut when you post.

Is AI Rapper affiliated with any artist?+

No. AI Rapper is an independent tool and isn't affiliated with or endorsed by any artist or the original video; we don't host the original song or footage.

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