Pop Smoke
Bashar Barakah Jackson
Pop Smoke is an American rapper from New York City, New York active since 2018.
- Profession
- Rapper, Songwriter
- Born
- July 20, 1999
- Years active
- 2018–2020
Early life
Raised in the Canarsie section of Brooklyn, Bashar Jackson rose rapidly out of the emerging Brooklyn drill scene with a deep, commanding voice.
Career
His breakout "Welcome to the Party" and the mixtape "Meet the Woo" made him drill's biggest star before his murder in 2020; his posthumous album "Shoot for the Stars, Aim for the Moon" debuted at number one.
Major achievements
His posthumous debut topped the Billboard 200 and spawned the smash "What You Know Bout Love," cementing his commercial breakthrough.
Legacy
Pop Smoke became the face of Brooklyn drill and a symbol of promise cut short, his sound shaping a wave of New York rap.
References
Frequently asked questions about Pop Smoke
- What is Pop Smoke known for?
- Pop Smoke is an American rapper from New York City, New York active since 2018. Pop Smoke is recognized as a rapper and songwriter.
- Where is Pop Smoke from?
- Pop Smoke is from New York City, New York.
- When was Pop Smoke born?
- Pop Smoke was born on July 20, 1999, in New York City, New York.
- What kind of music does Pop Smoke make?
- Pop Smoke's music spans Hip-hop, Brooklyn drill, and Trap.
- Is Pop Smoke still active?
- Pop Smoke was professionally active from 2018 to 2020.
- What record labels has Pop Smoke been associated with?
- Pop Smoke has been associated with Victor Victor and Republic.
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