Pop Smoke Welcome To The Party [shot By — Goddygoddy]

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

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

The official music video, directed, produced, and edited by , was released on May 28, 2019. It captures the raw energy of Pop Smoke's native Canarsie, Brooklyn, through several key elements: 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)

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 It appeared on numerous 2019 "Best of" lists,

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.

Its popularity led to official remixes featuring major industry names like Nicki Minaj and UK grime pioneer Skepta . It captures the raw energy of Pop Smoke's

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