Sonic the Hedgehog first appeared in Sega's 1991 platform game, where finishing an act triggered a short celebratory jingle that signalled progress to the next stage. That tune became one of the most recognisable sounds from the early Sonic games and later travelled into gameplay videos, memes and edits as a quick way to mark success. The version here adds a cash-register cha-ching at the end, reinforcing the feeling of a reward being collected. Its short length and instantly familiar melody keep it useful as a transition between scenes.