Short distorted bass hits like this became a staple of meme editing in the late 2010s, when bass-boosted audio took over platforms built around quick jokes and loud punchlines. Clipped 808-style thumps were easy to layer under any clip, and their harsh, overdriven edge cut through phone speakers better than clean bass. This quick version fits the modern short-form rhythm, landing a joke or fail in just over a second without slowing the edit. It remains popular because it is simple, physical and instantly understood by viewers.