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Pop Smoke, whose real name was Bashar Barakah Jackson (1999-2020), was a prominent Brooklyn rapper known for his drill-influenced sound and hits like "Welcome to the Party" and "Dior". He rose to fame quickly in the late 2018 and 2019, collaborating with both US and UK artists in the genre. His career was tragically cut short by his murder at age 20. 

Here's a more detailed look at his history:

Early Career and Rise to Fame:

 Pop Smoke began his musical journey in late 2018 with the single "MPR (Panic Part 3 Remix)". 
 He signed with Victor Worldwide and Republic Records. 
 His breakout hit, "Welcome to the Party," was released in April 2019 and became the lead single for his debut mixtape, Meet the Woo, released in July 2019. 
 "Welcome to the Party" gained significant traction, leading to remixes featuring Nicki Minaj and Skepta. 
 He collaborated with other artists like Lil Tjay, Calboy, and Travis Scott. 
 Pop Smoke's style often incorporated UK drill influences, known for its more aggressive and minimal instrumentation. 

Tragic Death:

 On February 19, 2020, Pop Smoke was murdered during a robbery at his Airbnb rental in Los Angeles. 
 Four masked individuals, including one armed with a handgun, broke into the home, ultimately leading to his death. 
 The robbery was allegedly motivated by the desire for expensive jewelry. 
 One of the perpetrators, a 15-year-old, confessed to the shooting, according to the Los Angeles Times. 

Posthumous Recognition:

 His debut album, Shoot for the Stars, Aim for the Moon, was released posthumously in July 2020.
 The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and was recognized for its diverse musical style, featuring drill, trap, and R&B influences.
 It won the Best Album award at the Billboard Music Awards in 202