Method Man spent a childhood split between separated parents in Long Island and Staten Island, and in an apparent precursor to his career in hip hop was introduced both to playing drums and to poetry by his father. Not only was Method interested in music, he was also fascinated by comic books and particularly Ghost Rider, a fascination which manifested itself years later in several of his many rap aliases. His pre-hip hop adult life was mostly split between drug dealing and low-paid jobs (including a stint working at the Statue of Liberty, along with future Wu-Tang colleague U-God). After becoming well known on the streets for his rhyming abilities, he joined with 8 friends to form the Wu-Tang Clan in the early 1992.
Since the Wu-Tang Clan's ascendancy to hip hop stardom, Method Man has always been one of the most visible members of the collective. He was one of only two of the group to get a solo song on the group's debut album Enter the Wu-Tang: 36 Chambers and he was the first to release a solo album under the Clan's unusual contract which allows its members to release albums under any record label (Method chose to sign with legendary rap label Def Jam). Method Man's solo debut, Tical (1994) was critically acclaimed and extremely popular, entering the American charts at #4 and eventually selling in excess of one million copies.
He soon collaborated with Mary J. Blige and Redman with a series of hit singles, one of which (the Blige duet "I'll Be There For You/You're All I Need To Get By") won a Grammy, before recording the second Wu-Tang album, Wu-Tang Forever.
His second solo album was Tical 2000: Judgement Day (1998), which was heavily influenced by the apocalypse theories surrounding the forthcoming end of the millennium, and which featured a vast amount of guest appearances, from his fellow Clansmen to Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes, D'Angelo, Chris Rock, Mobb Deep, Redman and even Donald Trump. The album sold even better than his first, though reviews were mixed and its long running time and the abundance of between-song comedy skits were criticised by many.
Method Man then toured with Jay-Z and recorded Blackout! with Redman, a light-hearted, fun record with an EPMD-evoking emphasis on funky beats and the mischievous wit and cool flows of the two MCs.
In the twenty-first century, Method Man forged a successful career in acting. As well as his 1998 appearance in the film Belly along with fellow rappers Nas and DMX, Method has also appeared in 187 Oz, How High (a stoner film with Redman), The Wire, My Baby's Daddy, Garden State and Soul Plane, while continuing to record with the Wu-Tang Clan. He also co-starred with Redman in his own Fox sitcom called Method & Red, however after only a short time on the air the show was put on hiatus and never returned. Method Man later complained in the press about Fox's influence on the show's style, claiming that "there's been too much compromise on our side and not enough on their side" and bemoaning the network's decision to add a laugh track.
In 2004, Meth released his third album Tical 0: The Prequel, which spawned a successful single in "What's Happenin" with Busta Rhymes, but was poorly received both by critics and fans. There was trouble even before the album's release when Method apparently complained to the press about excessive interference from Def Jam over the album's beats (Meth supposedly desired more input from Wu-Tang leader RZA). On its release, many fans and critics were taken aback by its strong "mainstream" or "commercial" sound, highlighted by the guest appearances of pop-rap stars of the time Missy Elliot, P. Diddy and Ludacris. However, the album sold reasonably well, selling more than any of the other Wu-Tang solo projects released at around the same time. There was good news in early 2005 for fans who were disappointed with The Prequel as Method Man announced that a new RZA-produced album would be released later in the year. The album ultimately never materialized in 2005, though RZA and Meth continue to work on the album and are now aiming for a mid-2006 release date.
Aliases
Big John Stud
The Ghost Rider (from the comic Ghost Rider)
Hot Nickelz
Hot Nixon
Iron Lung
John-John
Johnny Blaze (from the comic Ghost Rider)
Johnny Dangerous
John-John Blaizini
Methtical (Meth-tical)
Meth
Mr. Meth
MZA ("The Mizza")
The Panty Raider
Shakwon (5% Nation "righteous name")
Tical
Ticallion Stallion
Albums
1994 Tical (Platinum)
1998 Tical 2000: Judgement Day (Platinum)
1999 Blackout! (with Redman) (Platinum)
2004 Tical 0: The Prequel
2006 4:21 The Day After
2009 Blackout! 2 (with Redman)
Singles and EPs
1994 "Bring The Pain"
1995 "I'll Be There For You/You're All I Need To Get By" (with Mary J. Blige)
1995 "Release Yo' Delf"
1998 "Break Ups 2 Make Ups"
1998 "Judgement Day"'
1998 "Grand Finale" (with DMX, Nas & Ja Rule)
1999 "Tear It Off" (Method Man & Redman)
1999 "Da Rockwilder" (Method Man & Redman)
1999 "Y.O.U." (Method Man & Redman)
2004 "What's Happenin" (with Busta Rhymes)
2005 "The Show"
Appears On
1993 Enter the Wu-Tang: 36 Chambers (album by the Wu-Tang Clan)
1994 "The What" (from the The Notorious B.I.G. album Ready to Die)
1995 "Dirty Dancin" (from the Ol' Dirty Bastard album Return To The 36 Chambers: The Dirty Version)
1995 "Got The Flava" (from the Showbiz & AG album Goodfellas)
1995 "Wu-Gambinos" & "Ice Cream" (from the Raekwon album Only Built 4 Cuban Linx)
1995 "Living In The World Today", "Shadowboxin" & "Gold" (from the GZA album Liquid Swords)
1995 "The Riddler" (from the Batman Forever Soundtrack)
1996 "Box In Hand" (from the Ghostface Killah album Ironman)
1996 "Box In Hand (Remix)" (Ghostface Killah single)
1996 "Got My Mind Made Up" (from the 2Pac album All Eyez On Me)
1996 "Do What Ya Feel" (from the Redman album Muddy Waters)
1996 "Extortion" (from the Mobb Deep album Hell On Earth)
1996 "Hit 'Em High" (from the Space Jam soundtrack)
1997 Wu-Tang Forever (album by the Wu-Tang Clan)
1997 "Milk The Cow", "Supa Ninjaz" & "Dart Throwing" (from the Cappadonna album The Pillage)
1997 "Next Up" & "Collaboration 98" (from the Sunz Of Man album The Last Shall Be First)
1997 "4,3,2,1" (from the LL Cool J album Phenonemon)
1998 "Well All Rite Cha" (from the Redman album Doc's Da Name 2000)
1998 "Pussy Pop" (from the Xzibit album 40 Dayz & 40 Nightz)
1998 "Whatcha Gonna Do" (from the Jayo Felony album Whatcha Gonna Do)
1998 "The Worst" (from the Onyx album Shut 'Em Down)
1999 "Rumble" (from the U-God album The Golden Arms Redemption)
1999 "Am I My Brother's Keeper" (from the Shyheim album Manchild)
1999 "Fuck Them" (from the Raekwon album Immobilarity)
1999 "Left & Right" (from the D'Angelo album Voodoo)
1999 "Stringplay" (from the GZA album Beneath The Surface)
1999 "N 2 Gether Now" (from the Limp Bizkit album Significant Other)
1999 "Half Man Half Amazin" (from the Pete Rock album Soul Survivor)
1999 "Three Amigos (If It's On)" (from the Popa Wu album Visions Of The Tenth Chamber)
1999 "NYC Everything" (from the RZA album Bobby Digital In Stereo)
1999 "Simon Says (Remix)" (from the Pharoahe Monch album Internal Affairs)
2000 "Buck 50" (from the Ghostface Killah album Supreme Clientele)
2000 "Fuhgidabowdit" (from the LL Cool J album G.O.A.T.)
2000 "Rollin' (Urban Assault Vehicle)" (from the Limp Bizkit album Chocolate Starfish and the Hot Dog Flavored Water)
2000 The W (album by the Wu-Tang Clan)
2000 "Ghetto Celebrity" (from the album In The Mode by Roni Size & Reprazent
2001 "La Rhumba" & "Glocko Pop" (from the RZA album Digital Bullet)
2001 "Enjoy Da Ride" (from the Redman album Malpractice)
2001 "Dog In Heat" (from the Missy Elliott album Miss E...So Addictive)
2001 "Party & Bullshit" (from the Rush Hour 2 soundtrack)
2001 Iron Flag (album by the Wu-Tang Clan)
2001 "Red Meth And Bee" (from the Cypress Hill album Stoned Raiders)
2002 "Flowers" (from the Ghostface Killah album Bulletproof Wallets)
2003 "Respect Mine" (from the Mathematics album Love, Hell Or Right)
2003 "Love @ 1st Sight" (from the Mary J. Blige album Love & Life)
2003 "We Pop (Remix)" (RZA single)
2003 "Bring The Pain" (from the Missy Elliott album This Is Not A Test!)
2003 "Ice Cream Part 2" (from the Raekwon album Lex Diamonds Story)
2003 "Noble Art" (from the IAM album Revoir Un Printemps)
2003 "Rock 'N' Roll" (from the Naughty By Nature album Icons)
2004 "Secret Rivals" (from the Masta Killa album No Said Date)
2004 "The Drummer" (from the Theodore Unit album 718)
2004 Disciples of the 36 Chambers: Chapter 1 (album by the Wu-Tang Clan)
2005 "Head Rush", "John 3:16" & "Spot Lite" (from the Mathematics album The Problem)
2005 "All My Niggas", "Shoot On Sight (S.O S.)" & "Street Education" (from the Streetlife album Street Education)
2005 "High Rollers" (from the Proof album Searching for Jerry Garcia)
2005 "Still On It" (from the Ashanti album Collectables by Ashanti)
2006 "9 Milli Bros." (from the Ghostface Killah album Fishscale)
Built for This
Method Man Lyrics
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They coming for me, time is money no Audemar
See bar-for-bar, I keep it pushing no R&R
No foreign broads and no promotion for foreign cars
The game is ours, let's keep it funky who said he was
Like Staten Island, Italians bleed spaghetti sauce
If y'all ain't shaking or stacking than y'all already lost
Already cross the light, Christ I'm ready for 'em
I'm taking names, I'll take your chain take this hunger
Pain, pain, pain
Then you feel the thunder and rain I don't talk it like the rainbow
I get it done and the game y'all
Do me a favor, don't ever play with my ball
Never been a player-hater I just ain't playing with y'all
You watching lame but look I'm taking the charge
Going hard will get you two shots now I'm facing the charge
Fire up the la let's go take a ride
They might catch you by surprise if you let 'em slide
But if you're built for this shit then you might survive
Guess I'll see you when you wake up on the other side
Fire up the la let's go take a ride
They might catch you by surprise if you let 'em slide
But if you're built for this shit then you might survive
Guess I'll see you when you wake up on that other side
Sort of like Mike at the United Center
Madison Square, Boston Garden I straight ignite on niggas
Lil' nigga your raps ain't no fire, that shit'll collapse so don't try
I scribble and scratch down in my pad that no lie
That no fake, that uncut, that straight drop, what the fuck
I'm pulled over by the jakes, a twenty-eight up in my nuts
For 'em took away in cuffs I'd rather lay up in the dust
Feel like fuck a friend a hundred million haters ain't enough
Twist it up
Life is a blunt and the world is my ash tray
I got them quarters and them halves just meet me like halfway
And I need a hundred percent of my profit ain't fucking with half pay
Ain't taking no shorts or losses bitch we ain't fronting no tag day
As I can recollect, praying to God this dope'll stretch
Turn mobster warners, work these corners like P90X
Chilling and waiting, patient retaliation just ain't find me yet
I'll take it into heaven, you couldn't buy me that, remind me that
Fire up the la let's go take a ride
They might catch you by surprise if you let 'em slide
But if you're built for this shit then you might survive
Guess I'll see you when you wake up on the other side
Fire up the la let's go take a ride
They might catch you by surprise if you let 'em slide
But if you're built for this shit then you might survive
Guess I'll see you when you wake up on that other side
It's the world's worst, quick to snatch your man purse
And leave your body head first in the stretched hearse
Murder she wrote, I'm known to spit a killer verse
And leave a player blood spilling on his linen shirt
You can Google my name but you ain't gotta search
I'm right here in the streets, I'm putting in work
Go ahead, fuck around and get your feelings hurt
Or, you can get carried outta your local church
I'm from the old school, I do my own dirt
Mama raised no fool, I did my own work
Keep your wifey close, she's a little flirt
I knew her since '03, I hit the pussy first
I'm the reason why your baby mama water burst
I've been marvelous since birth, you can ask my Earth
It's not a problem to show you how the shotty work
I put your body in the dirt, but what the dollars worth
Fire up the la let's go take a ride
They might catch you by surprise if you let 'em slide
But if you're built for this shit then you might survive
Guess I'll see you when you wake up on the other side
Fire up the la let's go take a ride
They might catch you by surprise if you let 'em slide
But if you're built for this shit then you might survive
Guess I'll see you when you wake up on that other side, I'm built for it nigga
The song "Built for This" by Method Man, Freddie Gibbs, and StreetLife is filled with vivid imagery, intense rhymes, and a message that life is not easy, but for those who are "built for this," they will come out on top. The lyrics reflect the harsh realities of life and the struggles that people face when trying to survive in a world filled with obstacles, danger, and competition. The reference to Malcolm at the Audubon is reminiscent of Malcolm X's famous speech in 1964 in which he speaks of being ready to die for what he believes in. The connection between time and money is also highlighted, stressing that the consequences of wasting time are grave.
The use of bar-for-bar portrays the competitiveness of the music industry, which is also reflected in the line about no promotion for foreign cars. The artists highlight that the game is theirs, and they want to keep it real and honest, unlike others who might be more concerned with appearances. The comparison between Staten Island and Italians bleeding spaghetti sauce emphasizes the authenticity of their roots and their dedication to staying true to where they came from. The lyrics also reference taking risks and facing any consequences that come with it, which includes the possibility of jail.
Overall, the lyrics to "Built for This" speak of resilience, dedication, and hard work in the face of adversity. It is a reminder that life is not easy, and success requires a great deal of effort, courage, and determination.
Line by Line Meaning
Sort of like Malcolm at the Audubon
I am influential and powerful, just like Malcolm X was at the Audubon Ballroom in New York City
They coming for me, time is money no Audemar
People are after me, and time is valuable so I can't waste it on luxuries like an expensive Audemars Piguet watch
See bar-for-bar, I keep it pushing no R&R
I constantly create and perform music, with no time for rest and relaxation or R&R
No foreign broads and no promotion for foreign cars
I don't indulge in exotic women or promote foreign cars, I stick to what I know and stay true to myself
The game is ours, let's keep it funky who said he was
We have control over the rap industry, let's keep it authentic and true to ourselves rather than trying to be someone we're not
Like Staten Island, Italians bleed spaghetti sauce
Staten Island is predominantly Italian-American, and Italians are known for their love of pasta and tomato sauce
If y'all ain't shaking or stacking than y'all already lost
If you're not making moves or accumulating money, you're already losing in life
Already cross the light, Christ I'm ready for 'em
I've already crossed into risky territory, but I'm not afraid and I'm ready to face the consequences
Plus anybody that saying no, I'm taking numbers
I don't take no for an answer, and I'm keeping track of anyone who tries to hold me back
I'm taking names, I'll take your chain take this hunger
I'm ruthless and I'll do whatever it takes to satisfy my hunger for success, including taking your jewelry or fame
Pain, pain, pain Then you feel the thunder and rain I don't talk it like the rainbow
I'm not just making empty threats, when I say pain, I mean it and the consequences will be like thunder and rain. I'm not just spewing empty words like a rainbow
I get it done and the game y'all
I'm getting things done and succeeding in the rap industry
Do me a favor, don't ever play with my ball
Don't mess with me and my work, I take it seriously
Never been a player-hater I just ain't playing with y'all
I have no hate for other rappers, but I'm not messing around with them either
You watching lame but look I'm taking the charge
You're just watching from the sidelines, but I'm taking charge and leading the way
Going hard will get you two shots now I'm facing the charge
Being aggressive and taking risks may have consequences, such as getting two shots (in legal trouble) and having to face the charges
Fire up the la let's go take a ride
Let's get high and take a ride
They might catch you by surprise if you let 'em slide
People may try to take advantage of you if you're not careful
But if you're built for this shit then you might survive
If you're strong enough and ready for the challenges, you can make it through anything
Guess I'll see you when you wake up on the other side
If you can make it through to the other side, I'll see you there
It's the world's worst, quick to snatch your man purse
The world can be cruel, and people will steal from you at a moment's notice
And leave your body head first in the stretched hearse
They will even harm you physically, leaving your dead body stretched out in a hearse
Murder she wrote, I'm known to spit a killer verse
I am a talented rapper, known for my deadly wordplay
You can Google my name but you ain't gotta search
I am well-known and easily accessible, you don't need to search hard for me
I'm right here in the streets, I'm putting in work
I'm working hard and doing what it takes to succeed, right here in the streets
Go ahead, fuck around and get your feelings hurt
If you mess with me, you'll end up getting hurt emotionally
Or, you can get carried outta your local church
If you're not careful, your recklessness will lead to your death and your funeral
I'm from the old school, I do my own dirt
I come from a generation where people handle things themselves, without relying on others
Mama raised no fool, I did my own work
My mother raised me to be independent and hardworking
Keep your wifey close, she's a little flirt
Watch your girlfriend or wife carefully, because she may be unfaithful
I knew her since '03, I hit the pussy first
I've known her for a long time, and I was the first to sleep with her
I'm the reason why your baby mama water burst
I am responsible for causing your child's mother's water to break during childbirth
I've been marvelous since birth, you can ask my Earth
I've been amazing and successful my entire life, and my family can attest to that
It's not a problem to show you how the shotty work
I am skilled with a shotgun and can demonstrate how it works
I put your body in the dirt, but what the dollars worth
I can kill you, but is it really worth it for the money?
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Adam Feeney, Patrick Charles, Clifford Smith, Fredrick Tipton
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Here‘s the lyrics homies👌🏼
[Verse 1: Method Man]
Sort of like Malcolm at the Audubon
They coming for me, time is money no Audemar
See bar-for-bar, I keep it pushing no R&R
No foreign broads and no promotion for foreign cars
The game is ours, let’s keep it funky who said he was
Like Staten Island, Italians bleed spaghetti sauce
If y'all ain't shaking or stacking than y'all already lost
Already cross the light, Christ I'm ready for em
Plus anybody that saying no, I’m taking numbers
I’m taking names, I’ll take your chain take this hunger
Pain, pain, pain
Can you feel the thunder and rain I don’t talk it like the rainbow
I get it done and the game y’all
Do me a favor, don’t ever play with my ball
Never been a player-hater I just ain't playing with y'all
You watching lame but look I’m taking the charge
Going hard will get you two shots now I’m facing the charge
[Hook x2: Freddie Gibbs]
Fire up the la let’s go take a ride
They might catch you by surprise if you let em slide
But if you’re built for this shit then you might survive
Guess I’ll see you when you wake up on the other side
[Verse 2: 2Pac]
Now, ever since a nigga was a seed
Only thing promised to me was the penitentiary
Still ballin', ridin' on these niggas ‘cause they lame
In a '61 Chevy, still heavy in this game
Can you feel me? Blame it on my mama, I'm a thug nigga
Up before the sun rise, quicker than the drug dealers
Tell me if it's on, nigga, then we first to bomb, bust
On these bitch-made niggas, hit 'em up
Westside! Ain't nobody loved me as a broke nigga
Finger on the trigger, Lord forgive me if I smoke niggas
I love my females strapped, then fuck her from the back
I get my currency in stacks, California is where I'm at
Ridin', passed by while these niggas wondered why
I got shot but didn't die, let 'em see who's next to try
Did I cry? Hell nah, nigga, tears shed
For all my homies in the pen, many peers dead; a nigga still ballin'
[Hook x2: Freddie Gibbs]
Fire up the la let’s go take a ride
They might catch you by surprise if you let em slide
But if you’re built for this shit then you might survive
Guess I’ll see you when you wake up on the other side
[Verse 3: Ice Cube]
The world is mine nigga get back
Don't mess with my stack the gauge is racked
About to drop the bomb I'm the Westcoast don
Big fish in a small pond
Now the feds trying to throw they book at the crook
But I shook they worm and they hook
Guppies hold they breath. They want to miss me when I'm tipsy
Running everything westside of the Mississippi
Its the unseen, pulling strings with my pinky ring
We got your woman, pucker up 'fore we fuck her up
Bow down before I make a phone call
Got 25 niggas running up on y'all
For the cheese we want them keys
Everybody freeze on your knees, butt naked please
Before any of you guppies get heart
Nigga rewind my part fool
[Hook x2: Freddie Gibbs]
Fire up the la let’s go take a ride
They might catch you by surprise if you let em slide
But if you’re built for this shit then you might survive
Guess I’ll see you when you wake up on the other side
[Verse 4: 2Pac]
Now everybody wanna see us dead
Two murdered on the front page
Shot to death, bullets to the head
Niggas holla out my name and it's similar to rape
Motherfuckers know I'm comin', so they runnin' to they graves
Watch! Swoop down with my nigga from the Pound
‘Cause Currupt don't give a fuck
Where you coward niggas now?
Blast, keep pumpin', ain't worried about nothin'
Busters thought we was frontin'
So reload and keep dumpin'; still ballin'
[Verse 5: Eazy-E]
Seven-thousand, four hundred, twenty three grains
Of sand drop from the hourglass
It's how much time I got left on this planet
Some motherfucker's gotta die!
I'm an evil motherfucker ready to tear shit up
I'm gonna put these things on you, and never let up
See, my momma...she was wrong when I was born
That a nigga like E should'a never been born
Too late, big mistake in '72
It's '92, now the year of code blue
15 hours..11 minutes..30 seconds
I'm a motherfuckin' wreck
Gonna pay back niggas who did me wrong in the past
My days ain't long
I'm comin' strong and fast
Lock up 8 niggs..kill up 10 pigs
Innocent and fuckers are also dyin, too
Now what else can I do?
Fuck, fuck, fuck and plant my seeds
Leavin' kids in this world like me
The lunatic psycho mutherfucka Eazy-E
[Hook x2: Freddie Gibbs]
Fire up the la let’s go take a ride
They might catch you by surprise if you let em slide
But if you’re built for this shit then you might survive
Guess I’ll see you when you wake up on the other side
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BUT IF YOU BUILT FOR THIS SHIT THEN YOU MIGHT SURVIVE , GUESS ILL SEE YOU WHEN YOU WAKE UP ON THE OTHER SIDE
BLAME IT ON MY MOMMA, IM A THUG N*IGGA TILL THE SUNRISE
LORD FORGIVE ME IF I SMOKE N*GGAS
THEY MIGHT CATCH YOU BY SURPRISE IF YOU LET EM' SLIDE (1)
BIG FISH IN A SMALL POND
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this song makes me feel like i can hold the gates of hell shut all by myself.