Pop Smoke Welcome To The Party [shot By Goddygoddy] May 2026

Critics credit the track with reintroducing drill music—originally from Chicago—into the mainstream through a unique Brooklyn lens.

career was tragically cut short in early 2020, but "Welcome to the Party" remains a foundational pillar of the Brooklyn drill movement and his lasting legacy as a cultural icon. Pop Smoke Welcome To The Party [Shot By Goddygoddy]

The song quickly evolved from a local New York anthem into a mainstream phenomenon, eventually being certified Platinum by the RIAA. Distinctive scenes include Pop Smoke rapping while holding

Distinctive scenes include Pop Smoke rapping while holding a small child and the rhythmic uncorking of a champagne bottle synchronized with the beat. Cultural Impact and Legacy "Welcome to the Party," released on April 23,

It appeared on numerous 2019 "Best of" lists, including those from The New York Times, Pitchfork , and Time.

Director Goddygoddy utilized "sci-fi" special effects that make Pop Smoke appear to teleport across Brooklyn, enhancing the track's chaotic and intense energy.

"Welcome to the Party," released on April 23, 2019, served as the explosive introduction of Pop Smoke and the Brooklyn drill sound to the global stage. Produced by UK-based producer 808Melo , the track's dark, bass-heavy instrumentation paired with Pop Smoke's hauntingly deep baritone created an immediate viral sensation. Pop Smoke reportedly wrote the lyrics in his bedroom in just 30 minutes, using a beat he found while browsing YouTube. The Music Video (Shot by Goddygoddy)