Choose a genre and reference tracks
Set the tempo and key
Create a drum pattern
Add a bassline
Write a chord progression
Build a melody or hook
Layer sounds and textures
Arrange sections: intro, build, drop, breakdown, outro
Automate filters, volume, and effects
Use EQ to separate frequencies
Use compression to control dynamics
Add reverb and delay for space
Balance the mix
Check the track on different speakers and headphones
Make final adjustments and export the track