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)
Uh Huh
Method Man Lyrics
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Everybody, huh, yeah
Yeah, uh, uh, uh, now
Uh, yeah, yo
What up my people equal? This be Tical , The Prequel
Shine up the desert eagle, light up that extra lethal
I mean that, "Ooh wee", three years and two G's
While ya'll was just rappin', who get the set crackin'?
Just like a neck snappin', let's get this next platinum
What's happ'n Def Jam? Remember Meth Man?
I held your hand through them years when ya'll was stressed, fam
That's why I still love you and Russell still hustle
Let's get to pumpin' iron, and flex some real muscle
Up in this bitch due, my click is Rick Rude
And I ain't got the ivory, this ain't the flick, dude
Somebody told me, ya'll can't hold me
Naughty By Nature, do my dirt all by my lonely
You need back off bitch, you don't know me
Got to leave these hoes alone, they too nosey
Meth is killin', M.C. killin'
What more can I say, stop grillin'
That's what niggas get for actin' Hollywood
And since ya'll understood, would you?
Would you? Would you? Would you?
Uh huh, that dollar day
That dollar dollar day, ey
That dollar day, that dollar dollar day, ey
Okay, the love issue, don't let that love get you
My brothers love pistol, doin' they thug dizzle
Bet ya'll ain't know, did you? That I'm a pro, did you?
Until the flow hit you, fuck it, I'm official
Bone wit more gristle, thrown from chrome nickel
Place that don't tickle, can't wait to zone wit you
I'm hard as stone chisel, Meth got his own little
Formula to go triple for shizzle
Ya'll know my occupation, I'm puttin' in the work
So any imitation, I'm puttin' in the dirt
That shit is aggravatin', why ya'll procrastinatin'
I got some massive waitin', and she probably masturbatin'
Welcome to New Yitty, where half is two fifty
If I got a problem, then that's one problem too many
So don't tempt me, I'll bust until I'm empty
Swiftly, that way, I get the chance to take you with me, muthafucka!
Meth is killin', M.C. killin'
What more can I say, stop grillin'
That's what niggas get for actin' Hollywood
And since ya'll understood, would you?
Would you? Would you? Would you?
Uh huh, that dollar day
That dollar dollar day, ey
That dollar day, that dollar dollar day, ey
Yo, I got style, H rap round, back up and back down
Act up, we back clown, last up to bat now
It's me Ticallion, swing like Barry Bonds
Mommy got a ratty thong, happy 'cause daddy gone
Turn it up it a little bit, a notch, and it'll get
Cook it once the griddle gets so hot, good lookin' kid
Okay, now where was I? Prepared, was I
Your man broke his jaw tryin' to say what I
Say on this mic, not a day in your life, could ya
Say I ain't nice, could ya? If I ain't nice, would ya?
Get off my dick and tell your bitch to come her, she stuntin'
Can hear me "cummin'" like my dick's in her ear or somethin'
I put that on my momma, she put that on her kids
He put that chrome on your dome and blowed ya fuckin' wig
That's how it is, ask Bobby Dig
We back on your block, with 'nuff shots to give, muthafucka!
Meth is killin', M.C. killin'
What more can I say, stop grillin'
That's what niggas get for actin' Hollywood
And since ya'll understood, would you?
Would you? Would you? Would you?
Uh huh, that dollar day
That dollar dollar day, ey
That dollar day, that dollar dollar day, ey
Meth is killin', M.C. killin'
What more can I say, stop grillin'
That's what niggas get for actin' Hollywood
And since ya'll understood, would you?
Would you? Would you? Would you?
Uh huh, that dollar day
That dollar dollar day, ey
That dollar day, that dollar dollar day, ey
The lyrics of Method Man's "Uh Huh" touch on various themes such as loyalty, fame, and power in the rap industry. The first verse begins with a reference to the civil rights movement when a woman refused to give her seat up on a bus. This line is used to call attention to the ongoing fight for equality and respect. Method Man proceeds to introduce himself ("This be Tical, The Prequel") and boasting about his money, guns, and new trees (marijuana). He then suggests that his rap prowess is what sets him apart from others in the industry and helped paved the way for Def Jam Records' success. The last two verses of the song are brimming with confidence as Method Man raps about his skills, proclaims his superiority to other MCs, and threatens those who dare to cross him. Overall, the lyrics suggest a competitive and ruthless nature within the rap industry.
Line by Line Meaning
Bus driver, this here gal refused to give me her seat!
I was just trying to sit down on the bus, but this woman didn't give up her seat for me.
What up my people equal? This be Tical , The Prequel
Hey everyone, I'm Method Man, and this is my new album, Tical: The Prequel.
Shine up the desert eagle, light up that extra lethal
Polish your gun and make sure it's ready to go, because things are about to get dangerous.
I mean that, "Ooh wee", three years and two G's
I'm serious about this, it's been three years and I've invested $2,000 into making this album.
I'm back with new trees, I wrapped in loose leafs
I'm back with new rhymes, written on loose paper that isn't bound in a notebook.
While ya'll was just rappin', who get the set crackin'?
While others were just making music, I was the one bringing the energy to live performances.
Just like a neck snappin', let's get this next platinum
The success we had in the past was great, but let's keep striving for the next level.
What's happ'n Def Jam? Remember Meth Man?
Hey Def Jam, what's going on? Don't forget about me, Method Man.
I held your hand through them years when ya'll was stressed, fam
I helped you and supported you through tough times when you were struggling.
That's why I still love you and Russell still hustle
I still have love for you, Def Jam, and I respect how hard Russell Simmons works.
Let's get to pumpin' iron, and flex some real muscle
Let's work hard and show our strength and ability to succeed.
Up in this bitch due, my click is Rick Rude
My group is tough, just like wrestler Rick Rude.
And I ain't got the ivory, this ain't the flick, dude
I don't have any cocaine, this isn't a movie.
Somebody told me, ya'll can't hold me
I heard someone say that no one can control me.
Naughty By Nature, do my dirt all by my lonely
I don't need anyone else to do the dirty work for me like the group Naughty By Nature.
You need back off bitch, you don't know me
Back off, you don't know who I am and what I'm capable of doing.
Got to leave these hoes alone, they too nosey
I need to stay away from these women who are too curious and invasive.
Meth is killin', M.C. killin'
I'm killing it in the rap game.
What more can I say, stop grillin'
I don't need to say anything more, stop questioning me.
That's what niggas get for actin' Hollywood
People who act fake and pretentious get what they deserve.
And since ya'll understood, would you?
Since you all get it, can we move on?
Uh huh, that dollar day
Yeah, that's what it all comes down to in the end.
That dollar dollar day, ey
Money makes the world go round.
Okay, the love issue, don't let that love get you
Don't let love distract you from what's important.
My brothers love pistol, doin' they thug dizzle
My friends love guns and crime, that's what they're into.
Bet ya'll ain't know, did you? That I'm a pro, did you?
I bet you didn't know that I'm a professional at what I do.
Until the flow hit you
Until my rhymes hit you and you feel their impact.
Fuck it, I'm official
I'm legit and the real deal, no need to question me.
Bone wit more gristle, thrown from chrome nickel
I've got more strength and muscle than most, and I have a gun made of nickel.
Place that don't tickle, can't wait to zone wit you
I'm ready to go hard and get down with my crew.
I'm hard as stone chisel, Meth got his own little
I'm tough and no one can break me, and I have my own unique style.
Formula to go triple for shizzle
I've got a winning formula that will make me extremely successful.
Ya'll know my occupation, I'm puttin' in the work
You all know what I do, I'm working hard to achieve my goals.
So any imitation, I'm puttin' in the dirt
If anyone tries to copy me or steal my style, I'll put them down and bury them.
That shit is aggravatin', why ya'll procrastinatin'
It's frustrating when people drag their feet and don't get things done.
I got some massive waitin', and she probably masturbatin'
I have some big opportunities waiting for me, and my girl is probably taking care of herself.
Welcome to New Yitty, where half is two fifty
Welcome to New York City, where things are expensive.
If I got a problem, then that's one problem too many
I don't need any more problems in my life.
So don't tempt me, I'll bust until I'm empty
Don't push me too far, I'll fight back with all I've got.
Swiftly, that way, I get the chance to take you with me, muthafucka!
I'll come at you quickly and get the chance to take you down with me.
Yo, I got style, H rap round, back up and back down
I have a unique style of rapping that goes around and around, changing tempo and tone.
Act up, we back clown, last up to bat now
If you act up, we'll put you in your place, and now it's my turn to perform.
It's me Ticallion, swing like Barry Bonds
I'm Method Man, and I bring power and strength to my rhymes like baseball star Barry Bonds.
Mommy got a ratty thong, happy 'cause daddy gone
My girl is comfortable enough to wear her old, worn underwear now that I'm gone.
Turn it up it a little bit, a notch, and it'll get
Turn up the volume just a little bit, and you'll hear the power of my rhymes.
Cook it once the griddle gets so hot, good lookin' kid
When the time is right and the music is hot, my rhymes will be cooking and sounding great.
Okay, now where was I? Prepared, was I
I lost my train of thought for a moment, but I'm back and focused on what I need to do.
Your man broke his jaw tryin' to say what I
Someone tried to talk trash about me and ended up getting hurt.
Say on this mic, not a day in your life, could ya
You couldn't say what I'm saying right now, no matter how hard you try.
Say I ain't nice, could ya? If I ain't nice, would ya?
You can't deny that I'm a great rapper. If you disagree, prove me wrong.
Get off my dick and tell your bitch to come her, she stuntin'
Stop bothering me and go find your girl, she's showing off and being a showboat.
Can hear me "cummin'" like my dick's in her ear or somethin'
You can hear me coming (meaning, succeeding and becoming popular) like my voice is in her ear.
I put that on my momma, she put that on her kids
I'm telling the truth, and my mom can vouch for me.
He put that chrome on your dome and blowed ya fuckin' wig
Someone put a gun to your head and shot you, blowing your hair off your head.
That's how it is, ask Bobby Dig
That's how things go around here, just ask Bobby Digital (RZA's alter ego).
We back on your block, with 'nuff shots to give, muthafucka!
We're back in your neighborhood and ready to start some trouble, with plenty of guns and bullets to spare.
Meth is killin', M.C. killin'
I'm killing it in the rap game.
What more can I say, stop grillin'
I don't need to say anything more, stop questioning me.
That's what niggas get for actin' Hollywood
People who act fake and pretentious get what they deserve.
And since ya'll understood, would you?
Since you all get it, can we move on?
Uh huh, that dollar day
Yeah, that's what it all comes down to in the end.
That dollar dollar day, ey
Money makes the world go round.
Meth is killin', M.C. killin'
I'm killing it in the rap game.
What more can I say, stop grillin'
I don't need to say anything more, stop questioning me.
That's what niggas get for actin' Hollywood
People who act fake and pretentious get what they deserve.
And since ya'll understood, would you?
Since you all get it, can we move on?
Uh huh, that dollar day
Yeah, that's what it all comes down to in the end.
That dollar dollar day, ey
Money makes the world go round.
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redhurricane24
I've heard this beat in so many backgrounds for years. Finally got to hear this. Method Man is the truth.
JayIceColdD
I think this is Meth's best solo track and possibly his best verses NOT on a Wu-Tang track.
TweekGaming
That's how I feel about ghost and baby u
MrIcemonster
Lol chill
MakeYouWet
Absolutely!! This shit goes hard!!!
Og_K3ndo 95
Agreed ๐ฏโ๐ฝ
naughtydawgg
๐ฏ ๐๐ฝ For sure! Hands down his best solo track
FallBright
flow, rap and beat as its finest !
Ian Charles
Def Jam Vendetta!! What a banger.
Kamilo
Right. Shame it's not on Spotify, Tidal or Qobuz :(