When I heard “Passing Me By” in 1992, I understood the lo-fi aesthetic in the crackling needle and distorted, ghostly organ sample from Quincy Jones’ “Summer in the City”. The saxophone precursor to the chorus also introduced me to a more sophisticated rap-jazz fusion.

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. However, before the tear shows up, the background changes to that of a Smash Ultimate splash screen, which is the screen that pops up when a fighter is about to be launched.

Studies have shown that lo-fi music can help the human brain relax and unwind, whether it’s for studying or sleeping purposes.

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Plus, it’s “mostly utilized as background music,” says Rinaldi. This can help subconsciously distract the listener from whatever stressors or mental thoughts are getting in their way of relaxation.

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Manipulate the sample to match the tempo and key of your track, then layer it over your drum beat. There is a lot that goes into sampling in beatmaking so it will take a while before you get the hang of it. You can read more about sampling in music here.

These subtle background elements can enhance the immersive quality of your Lo-fi song and really take the listener on a journey.