The Meth Lab
Method Man Lyrics

I'll give you three seconds to come out wit' your hands up, one, two
I am providing you with a three-second time limit to surrender, counting down from three to one.

This is my own private domicile and I will not be harassed, motherfucker
I am claiming ownership of this location as my personal living quarters and will not tolerate any disturbance or mistreatment.

Welcome to the meth lab, listen, it's time to cook
You are now entering a place where I produce and manufacture methamphetamine, and it is time for me to begin the process.

Not confessions of a video vixen, we by the book
Contrary to a tell-all memoir like 'Confessions of a Video Vixen', our operation is strictly regulated and operates in a lawful manner.

Start the fire, I can tell what you thinkin' just by a look
Begin the process of heating the substances, I am perceptive of your intentions just by observing your facial expressions.

I'm a crook, like some fish in a barrel, I got 'em hooked
I am a criminal who exploits easy targets, akin to shooting fish in a barrel. My customers are addicted to my product.

Blame the Method, your sanity took, go 'head, admit it
You can attribute the loss of your sanity to using my meth, so go ahead and confess to it.

You a meth head that live on the edge, just need a push
You are someone addicted to meth who continually lives recklessly, and just need a small impetus or influence to keep using.

I'm your pusher, supplier, I'm back, the cheese on the wire
I am your supplier of drugs, and I am now available to distribute to you, the customer. Additionally, the money is ready to be made and received through a wire transfer.

If a snitch burnin', wouldn't even piss on the fire
If someone is caught snitching, I would not even try to help them out or intervene in any way possible.

Now you kids learnin', I ain't tryin' to preach to the choir
Now that you are younger people, you are in the process of learning, and I am not suggesting or giving advice to people who are already knowledgeable about this topic.

Now the kids earnin' like them dealers that he admire
Nowadays, the younger people are making money and earning like the drug dealers they once admired.

Got that whip workin' like I'm sacrificin' a virgin
I am working hard and efficiently like I am conducting an ancient ritual of sacrificing a virgin.

That's a burden, but I'm certain you're feelin' it, back 'til you try
The process of making meth is burdening and challenging, but I am confident you will feel and understand its effects once you give it a try.

You can't deny I cook a batch like, 'Woo'
It is undeniable that I am an excellent chemist who produces batches of meth that are celebrated and successful amongst my customers.

Hazardous material, you'd need a hazmat suit
This product is dangerous and requires specialized gear such as a hazmat suit to handle safely.

Now you lookin' at me like, 'What's a hazmat suit?'
Now you are looking at me with confusion, asking what a hazmat suit is.

Somethin' used to move a body, you don't have that loop
It is something often used to dispose of a cadaver, and you are not prepared or equipped to handle such a task.

Let's talk about trust
I suggest we have a conversation about the concept of trust.

I told you not to cook my recipe
I made it clear that I did not want you to create my recipe or manufacture it in any way.

And you went ahead and did it anyway
Despite my warnings and requests, you chose to make my recipe regardless.

'Cause I never said I wouldn't cook it
I did not refuse to create my recipe, and therefore you perceived that as permission to manufacture it.

'Cause it ain't yours, it's ours, bitch
Because you technically do not own the recipe, it belongs to the both of us, so you cannot claim it as your own.

Hookers in the kitchen, chemistry is the best recipe
There are prostitutes present in this meth lab, and I believe that chemistry is the best influence when it comes to creating a successful product.

Especially this shit, I'm takin' on bets
The quality of this product is especially good and I am willing to bet on its success.

Pressure cookers, percolate 'em like chefs
Cooking meth requires the use of pressure cookers, which should be handled with care, like a chef handling their cooking utensils.

Meth labs here to the West, wools on them gear trims grassed
Meth labs are prevalent in the Western part of the country, and people tend to be very excited and motivated about making and selling drugs.

Mr. Barker, General, front and center (What up?)
Mr. Barker, a high-ranking individual, is expected to present himself and take command.

Got them burners wit' them bodies on them, have me in cuffs
I am in police custody because of the illegal and dangerous instruments and substances I have in my possession.

Killer's focused, slam it up in them trucks
The hired assassins are intensely concentrated, loading their equipment and drugs into trucks.

Eyes low, grippin' the toast, trigger finger, playin' it close
The individuals involved have droopy eyes, tightly grip their firearms, and have their trigger fingers dangerously close to firing their weapons.

You think it's a game? It's imperative, we show 'em we live
This is not a game, and it is important that we demonstrate our seriousness and commit to the lifestyle we live.

These niggas playin' wit' this money, funny how niggas die
Others involved in the drug trade are recklessly spending their profits, which can have deadly consequences.

They say it's over when the fat kid cry, ratchets fly here to the Chi'
People say that an event is over when an unlikely person voices concern or panic, but in this case, weapons are drawn and violence occurs in Chicago.

You think you can stop me from cookin'?
Do you think it is possible to prevent me from making and distributing meth?

You cook whatever you lie, as long it's that B work
You can manufacture whatever drugs you want, as long as it is the same high quality as my meth.

These niggas be runnin' around in the street wit' everyday
These individuals are seen running around and using drugs in public without a care or fear of judgement.

Don't even think about usin' my grade A
You are not allowed to use or distribute my premium, excellent quality meth.

You should try and stop me, bitch
You can attempt to halt my progress and production, but I doubt it will be successful, you coward.

I'm in the meth lab concoctin' another concoction
I am currently in my drug lab developing a new batch of meth.

Decisions, decisions, just weighin' my options
I am currently considering and contemplating my alternatives or choices.

The formula highly addictive, it's habit forming
The recipe I have concocted is extremely addictive and will undoubtedly lead to a long-term drug habit.

Side effects life-threatenin', the surgeon's warnin'
The use of this product has serious, harmful effects that can jeopardize one's life or health, as surgeons often warn their patients.

I write a prescription just for meth abusers
I create this recipe as a 'prescription' for individuals addicted to meth and will use it to ease their symptoms while fueling their addiction.

Regulate your dose intake for heavy users
It is essential that for those who are heavy users of meth that they monitor their dosage intake for their safety.

For generations, I been servin' these rap fiends
I have been selling drugs to rappers and people in the music industry for years and across multiple generations.

Babies born addicted to the metric, know what I mean?
Babies can be born already addicted and dependent on the drug because of their mothers' continuous usage while pregnant.

You're recoverin', but you still use frequently
Although you are currently recovering, you are still using meth frequently and not improving your health.

So at your court hearin', judge show me some leniency
During your court hearing, I am asking the judge to be lenient with you despite your involvement in illegal drug activity.

Can't escape old havoc, so you copy the new shit
Despite your attempt to leave your criminal past behind, you are still reverting to old habits and getting involved with newer, yet still illegal activities.

Wit' your kids in your car seat, pumpin' that Wu shit
You are endangering your children's lives while they are present in your car as you listen to music that references illegal activities.

We worldwide, supply and demand, I got the upper-hand
Our meth production and distribution conditions span across the globe, and I am in control of the output and demand.

Check my passport, global support
If you inspect my passport, you will notice that I have an expansive network of international drug support.

Informal lands non-commercial goods, that raw and uncut
Certain informants can encourage individuals to get raw and uncut meth, brought in without a commercial purpose behind it.

That got them breakin' bad at the gate for the re-up
Due to the high demand for this raw and uncut meth, people are willing to break the law to get their hands on it and resell it for a profit.

What up, Street?
Greetings, Street. How are you doing?

Yo, what up, man?
What's going on, man? How are you doing?

We gon' put some 'Welcome to the meth lab' on there
We are going to include the phrase 'Welcome to the meth lab' in a track or song.

Man, you know, it's straight gutter shit, nigga
You should know that this is raw, unfettered material with a gritty and raw energy.

Yeah, you ready to get 'em this time?
Are you prepared and excited to release this song and potentially attract a new audience?

Yeah, always, man
Yes, I am consistently enthusiastic about making and releasing music.

Alright, so I'm a leave it up to you
Okay, I am going to entrust you with the responsibility of finalizing and completing the song.

Go 'head, show 'em what you got
Go ahead and demonstrate what you're capable of to your audience and peers.