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Discovery Intelligence

#But Not Really

Total Volume
Discovery Velocity
Viral
Initial Sampling
12 Items
Hashtag StatsBased on recent activity
Total Posts
Avg. Views
290,769
Best Performing Reel View
2,718,300 Views
Analyzed Creators
12
Performance Context
Initial Batch12 reels analyzed

Trending Feed

12 posts loaded

We dropped it. We’re pretending it’s casual. You’ll remember
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We dropped it. We’re pretending it’s casual. You’ll remember it anyway. That’s the ButNotReally way—where every piece plays with expectation, and nothing is ever quite what it seems. #atmos #atmoskl #butnotreally

#notintoyou 😎

#notintoyou 😎

The difference of us makes us one... I guess? 🤣 More dancin
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The difference of us makes us one... I guess? 🤣 More dancing content next? @spectrum.racingteam #karting #karters #butnotreally

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🔉 Sound On 🔊

🐬🖤 I wanted to post this to
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🦈 ~°•⚠️•°~ 🔉 Sound On 🔊 🐬🖤 I wanted to post this to share a side of the orca they may not show during #SharkWeek. 1st: I know some think it's too sad that orca "attack" and kill sharks. It's EATING not ATTACKING. It may not be pretty, they don't have hands, and such. 2nd: "But orca attack the shark's liver and tears it out." I'm certain that if you eat meat you also have your favorite cut of it. You don't eat the whole cow for dinner. The dead shark's carcass will also feed MANY organisms and fish in the ocean down to the sea floor. 3rd: All species have been "attacked" by sharks and eaten. Orca are some of the animals sharks go for. One orca feeds MANY. Orca have evolved in their behavior to protect themselves. They are highly intelligent. What they have learned is being taught to their offspring. They are highly evolved. 4th: You don't have to buy a ticket to witness orca do magnificent jumps and other magnificent things at a horrible sea park! They do not belong in captivity at all. EVER! ✨️ Do buy a ticket for the whale watch boats. You won't be disappointed 😊💙🩵 5th: Orca hunt mostly with their pod or some of the pod. They all have to eat. Their name "Killer Whale" was a misinterpretation. They were called Whale Killers in Athabaskan language. They are actually in the dolphin family. They are the largest dolphins. They are nicknamed "Danger Dolphins" Sharks are solitary hunters almost exclusively. And they don't have a family to feed. #orca #whalekiller #sharkassassin #butnotreally #protectwhatyoulove #sharks #iloveorca #ilovesharks #hum⚡mermaid #707🍀 #dangerdolphins #apexpredator #epsteinfiles #releasethem ~•🖤🤍🖤•~

Scariest movie of my childhood IRL 😐 

#signs #movie #corn
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Scariest movie of my childhood IRL 😐 #signs #movie #corn #cornfields #horrormovies #scarymovies #movies #country #alien #butnotreally #myhusbandtheactor #fog #funny #spoof #skit #comedy #signsmovie

Chileee the math ain’t mathin… EASE UP! DAYUM!! 🤣😂 #justjo
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Chileee the math ain’t mathin… EASE UP! DAYUM!! 🤣😂 #justjokes #butnotreally #imgonstickbesidehim #watchjazzy #bestfriendinyourhead

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#cantproveit #ididntsayit
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Just can't.... . . . . . . . . . . #cantproveit #ididntsayit #theywillneverknow #keepguessing #lowkeyfacts #mysteryvibes #unbotheredenergy #silentflex #truthhidden #onlyiremember #reelitfeelit #reelsinstagram #explorepage #trendingreels #viralreel #reeltrend #instareels #reelsoftheday #reelit #reelcraze #funnymemes #relatablememes #indianmemes #trendymemes #memereel #comedyreel #haha #sarcasmreel #desimemes #dailyfunny

But not in ☠️
#reels #freestyle
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But not in ☠️ #reels #freestyle

Aura 683993+
#DadVsMe #SavageReply #TeenLogic #RoomDebate #P
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Aura 683993+ #DadVsMe #SavageReply #TeenLogic #RoomDebate #ParentingHumor #GenZHumor #MicDrop #MyRoomMyRules #ButNotReally #ComedyReel

#rdlv20 post
2,718,300

Top Creators

Most active in #but-not-really

Semantic Clustering

Reels Graph Intelligence.

Advanced mapping of high-affinity Instagram Reels semantic patterns identified within the #but-not-really ecosystem.

Strategic Implementation

Our semantic engine has identified these specific pattern clusters as high-affinity matches for #but-not-really. Integrated usage of #but-not-really with strategic Reels tags like #really and #nots is statistically linked to a significant increase in initial Reels discovery velocity.

In-Depth Hashtag Analysis: #but-not-really

Expert Review • June 4, 2026 • Based on 12 Reels

Executive Overview

#but-not-really is an actively used Instagram hashtag. Across the 12 trending reels analyzed on this page, the content has accumulated a combined total of 3,489,226 views— demonstrating strong content velocity within this content vertical. The top creator ecosystem features 8 notable accounts, led by @rdlv20 with 2,718,300 total views. The hashtag's semantic network includes 16 related keywords such as #really, #nots, #büt, indicating its position within a broader content cluster.

Avg. Views / Reel
290,769
3,489,226 total
Viral Ceiling
2,718,300
Best Performing Reel
Unique Creators
8
12 reels analyzed

Viewership & Reach Analysis

The 12 reels in this dataset have generated a combined 3,489,226 views, translating to an average of 290,769 views per reel. This strong average viewership suggests healthy algorithmic distribution. Reels using this hashtag are reliably reaching audiences interested in this niche.

Top Performing Reel

The highest-performing reel in this dataset received 2,718,300 views. This viral outlier performance is 935% of the average reel performance in this set. This significant gap between the top performer and the average highlights the "viral lottery" nature of this hashtag — breakout hits can achieve massive scale.

Content Overview & Top Creators

The #but-not-really ecosystem is dominated by short-form video content (Reels), aligning with Instagram's algorithmic preference for video-first distribution. There are 8 distinct accounts contributing to the trending feed. The top creator, @rdlv20, has contributed 1 reel with a total viewership of 2,718,300. The top three creators — @rdlv20, @watchjazzy, and @chloelimsw — together account for 98.8% of the total views in this dataset. The semantic network of #but-not-really extends across 16 related hashtags, including #really, #nots, #büt, #bụt. Creators often use these tags together to reach overlapping audiences.

Discoverability & Reach Potential

The discoverability metrics for #but-not-really indicate an active content ecosystem. The average of 290,769 views per reel demonstrates consistent audience reach. For creators using #but-not-really, posting consistently with trending audio and relevant angles will help you get noticed.

Analyst Verdict

#but-not-really demonstrates the hallmarks of a steadily growing Instagram hashtag. With an average of 290,769 views per reel, the viewership metrics position this hashtag as a reliable reach driver. Creators like @rdlv20 and @watchjazzy are leading the charge, setting viewership benchmarks for the community.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything about #but-not-really on Instagram

Frequently Asked Questions

How popular is the #but not really hashtag?

Currently, #but not really has over — public posts on Instagram. It is a highly active community focus area for creators and brands.

Can I download reels from #but not really anonymously?

Yes, Pikory allows you to view and download public reels tagged with #but not really without an account and without notifying the content creators.

What are the most related tags to #but not really?

Based on our semantic analysis, tags like #when you say that your fine but your not really fine, #disabled but not really, #büt are frequently used alongside #but not really.
#but not really Instagram Discovery & Analytics 2026 | Pikory