For new artists on SoundCloud, what’s more important at the start: plays, reposts, or engagement on other platforms?

I’ve just started uploading my tracks on SoundCloud and I’m trying to figure out where to put my energy. I see some people getting tons of plays, others focus on repost chains, and then there are those who promote more on TikTok or Insta instead. My songs get a few comments, but plays are still low. Do you think it’s better to push for numbers first, or should I focus on cross-platform engagement?