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)
You're All I Need
Method Man Lyrics
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I took one look at you
And it was plain to see
You were my destiny
You're all (you're all)
I need (all I need)
To get by (to get by)
I need (all I need)
To get by (yeah, ay)
Check it out
Shorty I'm there for you anytime you need me
For real girl, it's me in your world, believe me
Nothin' make a man feel better than a woman
Queen with a crown that be down for whatever
There are few things that's forever, my lady
We can make war or make babies
Back when I was nothin'
You made a brother feel like he was somethin'
That's why I'm with you to this day boo, no frontin'
Even when the skies were gray
You would rub me on my back and say, "Baby it'll be okay"
Now that's real to a brother like me, baby
Never ever give my- away and keep it tight, a'ight
And I'ma walk these dogs so we can live
In a phat crib with thousands of kids
Word life you don't need a ring to be my wife
Just be there for me and I'ma make sure we
Be livin' in the lap of luxury
I'm realizing that you didn't have to wit' me
But you did, now I'm going all out kid
And I got mad love to give, you my nigga
You're all (you're all)
I need
To get by (you're all, all I need)
You're all (you're all)
I need
To get by (all I need, all I need)
I got a love jones for your body and your skin tone
Five minutes alone I'm already on the bone
Plus I love the fact you got a mind of your own
No need to shop around you got the good- at home
Even if I'm locked up North you in the world
Rockin' three-fourths of cloth
Never showin' your stuff off, boo
It be true me for you that's how it is
I can be your Noah, you can be my Wiz
Then I can be your sun, you can be my earth
Resurrect the God through birth
Best believe
You're all that I need, I'll be there for you
If you keep it real with me, I'll keep it real wit'chu (you're all)
Loving your whole steeze, it be in there boo (I need)
On top of that you got the good power-U (to get by)
You're all that I need, I'll be there for you
If you keep it real with me, I'll keep it real wit'chu (you're all)
Loving your whole steeze, it be in there boo (I need)
On top of that you got the good power-U (to get by)
You're all (you're all)
I need (all I need)
To get by (yeah, yeah)
You're all (you're all)
I need (all I need)
To get by (to get by)
You're all (you're all)
I need ((all I need)
To get by (oh, you're all)
You're all (you're all)
I need
To get by (all I need, all I need)
You're all
I need
To get by
You're all (you're all)
I need (all I need)
To get by
The song "I'll Be There For You/You're All I Need To Get By" by Method Man featuring Mary J. Blige is a beautiful declaration of love and loyalty. The lyrics paint a picture of the couple's commitment to each other and the bond that they share. In the first verse, we see how Method Man is immediately drawn to his lover, and he knows that they are meant to be together. The chorus reveals that he sees his partner as the only thing he needs to survive and thrive in this world.
In the second verse, Method Man emphasizes that he will always be there for his lover. He acknowledges that she has made him feel important even in the past when he didn't have anything to offer. He promises to be faithful and supportive because his love for her knows no bounds. The song also touches on the sexual attraction between the couple, but it's clear that their relationship is based on more than just physical desire.
Line by Line Meaning
Like sweet morning dew
Upon first seeing you, I felt emotions as delightful and refreshing as dew in the morning.
I took one look at you
My feelings for you were immediate and absolute, with true love at first sight.
And it was plain to see
Our love for each other was obvious and apparent from the start.
You were my destiny
Our relationship was fated and meant to be, with us destined to be together.
You're all (you're all)
You are everything to me
I need (all I need)
I require nothing else
To get by (to get by)
You are what I need in order to survive and move forward
Shorty I'm there for you anytime you need me
I am here to support you and be there for you at any time, through thick and thin.
For real girl, it's me in your world, believe me
I am fully committed to being a part of your life, and you can always trust and believe in me.
Nothin' make a man feel better than a woman
The love and support of a woman can uplift a man like nothing else.
Queen with a crown that be down for whatever
You are the ruler of my heart and life, and I know you will always be there for me no matter what.
There are few things that's forever, my lady
Eternal love is a rare occurrence, but I am confident that our relationship will last forever, my love.
We can make war or make babies
Our relationship can be tumultuous at times, but we can overcome any obstacle and grow stronger. Or we can create new life.
Back when I was nothin'
Before we met, I was lost and aimless, but since I found you I have become a better person.
You made a brother feel like he was somethin'
Your love and support have helped me to feel worthy as a person and achieve my dreams.
That's why I'm with you to this day boo, no frontin'
I am with you because I truly love and appreciate you, and I am not pretending or faking my feelings.
Even when the skies were gray
Even when times were hard and difficult, you were there to support me and bring light to my life.
You would rub me on my back and say, "Baby it'll be okay"
Your loving touch and words of comfort have helped me through tough times and brought hope to me.
Now that's real to a brother like me, baby
Your love and support are genuine and meaningful to me.
Never ever give my- away and keep it tight, a'ight
Our love is priceless and irreplaceable, so we should keep it close and protect it from harm.
And I'ma walk these dogs so we can live
I will do whatever it takes, even if it means working hard and sacrificing, to ensure that we can have the life we deserve together.
In a phat crib with thousands of kids
We will live in a comfortable, spacious home with a large family and be happy together.
Word life you don't need a ring to be my wife
Marriage is not necessary for our love to be real and meaningful.
Just be there for me and I'ma make sure we
As long as we are there for each other, I will do everything in my power to make our relationship thrive.
Be livin' in the lap of luxury
We will have the best of everything and live in luxury as a testament to our love and success.
I'm realizing that you didn't have to wit' me
I know that I am lucky and blessed to have found someone as wonderful and amazing as you in my life.
But you did, now I'm going all out kid
You chose to be with me, and that has given me the drive and motivation to be the best version of myself and give everything I have to our relationship.
And I got mad love to give, you my nigga
I have so much love and appreciation for you, my friend and partner in life.
I got a love jones for your body and your skin tone
I am deeply and passionately attracted to your physical appearance and skin color.
Five minutes alone I'm already on the bone
Being alone with you is all it takes to arouse intense feelings of desire and passion.
Plus I love the fact you got a mind of your own
Your intelligence and independence are qualities that I deeply admire and love about you.
No need to shop around you got the good- at home
There is no need for me to look elsewhere for love and affection, since I have everything I need with you.
Even if I'm locked up North you in the world
Even if I am physically separated from you, you will always be with me in my heart and mind.
Rockin' three-fourths of cloth
Even in modest clothing, you are stunningly beautiful and attractive to me.
Never showin' your stuff off, boo
You do not need to flaunt your body to be viewed as attractive and desirable.
It be true me for you that's how it is
I am dedicated and committed to being there for you, no matter what happens between us.
I can be your Noah, you can be my Wiz
I can be your protector and provider, like Noah in the Bible story. You can be my guiding force and inspiration, like Michael Jackson's character in The Wiz.
Then I can be your sun, you can be my earth
I will be the light and warmth in your life, while you will be the solid, grounding force that keeps me grounded and centered.
Resurrect the God through birth
Together, we can create new life and bring forth new possibilities, like a deity being reborn through childbirth.
Best believe
Without a doubt, you can trust and count on me to always be there for you and support you.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Robert F. Diggs, Clifford Smith, Nickolas Ashford, Valerie Simpson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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It's 2023 & this still bumps harder than anything on the radio today. This is really hip-hop 💯🖤
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Facts 💯
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True that
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@MegaLadyQua
Never let this song die!!
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Never
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Hahahaha, listening in the car bobbing my head, now I have to put my professional face on and go in to work
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@hugo lopez ♥️🙏♥️🙏♥️🙏♥️🙏♥️