MØ, the Danish singer-songwriter behind the track, built an international following with a blend of pop, electronic and indie influences, and Waste of Time fits that understated, vocal-led style. Short excerpts like this one circulate on soundboards because they are easy to recognise, easy to loop and short enough to fit a single scene or transition. Rather than relying on a loud hook, the clip works through mood, which is why creators keep returning to it for reflective edits, personal videos and quiet moments that need feeling without distraction.