Method Man

Wu-Tang Clan

About Method Man

"Method Man" is the B-side to the single "Protect Ya Neck" from critically acclaimed debut album by the Wu-Tang Clan titled Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers). It was a solo track for the first successful solo star of the Wu-Tang Clan, Method Man. The song was chosen for The Source magazine 100 best rap singles. The refrain of the song (M-E-T-H-O-D) draws from the 1985 Hall & Oates hit "Method of Modern Love" from Big Bam Boom. It is featured on The RZA Hits compilation. The remix is featured on Method Man's debut album, Tical.  


Year:
2004
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From the slums of Shaolin, Wu-Tang Clan strikes again 
The RZA, the GZA, Ol Dirty Bastard, Inspecktah Deck, Raekwon the Chef 
You-God, Ghost Face Killer and the Method Man 

M-E-T, H-O-D, MAN 
M-E-T, H-O-D, MAN 
M-E-T, H-O-D, MAN 
M-E-T, H-O-D, MAN 

Hey, you, get off my cloud 
You don't know me and you don't know my style 
Who be gettin' flam when they come to a jam? 
Here I am here I am, the Method Man 
Patty cake patty cake hey the method man 
Don't eat Skippy, Jif or Peter Pan 
Peanut butter, 'cause I'm not butter 
In fact I snap back like a rubber 
Band, I be Sam Sam I am 
And I don't eat green eggs and ham 
Style will hit ya, wham!, then goddamn 
You be like oh shit that's the jam 
Turn it up now hear me get buck wu-wu-wild 
I'm about to blow light me up 
Upside downside inside and outside 
Hittin you from every angle there's no doubt 
I am, the one and only Method Man 
The master of the plan wrappin' shit like Saran 
Wrap, with some of this and some of that 
Hold up (what?) I tawt I tat I putty tat 
Over there, but I think he best to beware 
Of the diggy dog shit right here 
Yippy yippy yay yippy yah yippy yo 
Like Deck said this ain't your average flow 
Comin' like rah ooh ah achie kah 
Tell me how ya like it so far baby paw 
The poetry's in motion coast to coast and 
Rub it on your skin like lotion 
What's the commotion, oh my lord 
Another corn chopped by the Wu-Tang sword 
Hey hey hey like Fat Albert 
It's the Method Man ain't no if ands about it 
It's the Method 

All right, y'all get ya White Owls, get ya meth, get ya skins 
Don't forget your forty 
And we gonna do it like this 

I got, fat bags of skunk 
I got, White Owl blunts 
And I'm about to go get lifted 
Yes I'm about to go get lifted 

I got, myself a forty 
I got, myself a shorty 
And I'm about to go and stick it 
Yes I'm about to go and stick it 

Uhh
H-U-F-F huff and I puff 
Blow like snow when the cold wind's blowin' 
Zoom, I hit the mic like boom 
Wrote a song about it like to hear it here it goes 
Question what exactly is a pantie raider 
Ill behavior savior or major flavor 
All of the above oh yeah plus I do so 
Also flam I'm the man call me super 
Not an average Joe with an average flow 
Doing average things with average hoes 
Yo I'm super I'll make a bitch squirm 
For my, Super Sperm (check it) 
Check it I give it to ya raw butt naked 
I smell sex pass the Method 
Let's get lifted as I kick ballistics 
Missiles and shoot game like a pistol 
Clip is loaded when I click bang dang 
A Wu-Tang slug hits your brain 
J-U-M-P jump and I thump 
Make girls rumps like pump and Humpty Hump 
Wow, the Shaolin' style is all in me 
Child, the whole damn isle is callin' me 
P-A-N-T-Y R-A-I-D-E-R mad raw I don't cry 
Meaning no one can burn or toss and turn me 
Ooh I be the super sperm 
Chim chimmeny chim chim cherie 
Freak a flow and flow fancy free 
Now how many licks does it take 
For me to hit the Tootsie Roll center of a break 
Peep and don't sleep the crews mad deep Wu-Tang 
Fading motherfuckers like bleach 
So to each and every crew 
You're clear like glass I can see right through 
You're whole damn posse be catchin' 'em all cause you vic'd 
And ya didn't have friends to begin with 
I'm 

M-E-T, H-O-D, MAN 
M-E-T, H-O-D, MAN 
M-E-T, H-O-D, MAN 
M-E-T, H-O-D, MAN 

Here I am, here I am, the Method Man 

Straight from the slums of Shaolin 
Wu-Tang Killa Bee's on a swarm 
(Your soul have just been taken through the 36 chambers of death, kid)

(Word to mother, Method Man signing off, peace)

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Wu-Tang Clan

The Wu-Tang Clan /ˈwuːtæŋ/ is an American rap group from Staten Island, New York that consists of RZA, GZA, Method Man, Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, Inspectah Deck, U-God, Masta Killa, and the late Ol' Dirty Bastard. They are frequently joined by fellow childhood friend Cappadonna, a quasi-member of the group. They were formed in (and are associated with) the New York City borough of Staten Island (U-God, Method Man, RZA, Ghostface Killah and Raekwon) (referred to by members as "Shaolin"), though some of their members are from Brooklyn (Ol Dirty Bastard, GZA and Masta Killa). more »

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Written by: Dennis David Coles, Robert F. Diggs, Gary E. Grice, Lamont Hawkins, Jason Hunter, Russell T. Jones, Clifford Smith, Corey Woods, Roger Troutman

Lyrics © A SIDE MUSIC LLC D/B/A MODERN WORKS MUSIC PUBLISHING, Universal Music Publishing Group, Downtown Music Publishing, Peermusic Publishing

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12 facts about this song

Song Origin
The song "Method Man" is named after one of the Wu-Tang Clan's group members. Method Man (real name Clifford Smith Jr.) not only performs the song, but also contributed to writing it.
Album Debut
"Method Man" appeared on the Wu-Tang Clan's critically acclaimed debut album, "Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)." The album was released in November 1993.
Early Release
Despite appearing on the group's debut album, "Method Man" was actually released as a single a month before the full album was available in October 1993.
Genre
The genre of the song is East Coast Hip Hop, considered as one of the most influential styles of rap music during the 1990s and incorporates high-energy beats with lyrically complex raps.
Music Samples
The song samples "Synthetic Substitution" by Melvin Bliss and "Method Man" by The Fatback Band. These samples give the song a unique and unforgettable sound.
Critical Reception
The song has been critically acclaimed, with praise directed primarily at Method Man's lyrics and delivery. It has been recognized as a standout track on "Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)."
Music Video
The music video for "Method Man" is known for its comedic elements, which contrast the gritty and hardcore lyrics. Method Man’s charisma shines throughout the video, adding another layer to the song's overall appeal.
Lyrics
The song features a chorus that's a play on the song "The Fat Albert Theme," and includes references to torturing opponents through surrealistic, nightmare-inducing methods. This unusual approach elevated Method Man's reputation as a formidable MC.
Pop Culture
Today, "Method Man" is considered an essential part of the golden age of Hip Hop music, and has had a significant influence on the genre. It has also appeared in various forms of media including video games, films, and TV series.
Awards
Method Man won the Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group for "I'll Be There for You/You're All I Need to Get By" with Mary J. Blige. Although this award was not specifically for the song "Method Man," it further underscores his talent and impact in the music industry.
Cameo
Notably, the song features a brief cameo from Wu-Tang Clan member Raekwon. He raps the intro of the song before Method Man takes over.
Live Performances
"Method Man" remains a fan-favorite during the live performances of Wu-Tang Clan and is often characterized by fervent crowd participation.

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