Critics credit the track with reintroducing drill music—originally from Chicago—into the mainstream through a unique Brooklyn lens.
It appeared on numerous 2019 "Best of" lists, including those from The New York Times, Pitchfork , and Time. Pop Smoke Welcome To The Party [Shot By Goddygoddy]
"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) Produced by UK-based producer 808Melo , the track's
The song quickly evolved from a local New York anthem into a mainstream phenomenon, eventually being certified Platinum by the RIAA. Produced by UK-based producer 808Melo