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⚫ ]'''Method Man''' (born '''Clifford Smith''' ], ] in ], a.k.a '''Meth''', '''Johnny Blaze''', '''Methical''', '''MZA''' (''The Mizza''), '''Shakwon''', '''Ticallion Stallion''', '''Tical''', '''Hot Nikkels''', '''Johnny Dangerous''', '''Ghost Rider''', '''Iron Lung'') is an ]per and member of the ], also known for acting and frequent collaborations with ] (not a Wu-Tang member).
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== Background ==
⚫ ]'''Method Man''' (born '''Clifford Smith''' ], ] in ], a.k.a '''Meth''', '''Johnny Blaze''', '''Methical''', '''MZA''' (''The Mizza''), '''Shakwon''', '''Ticallion Stallion''') is an ]per and member of the ], also known for acting and frequent collaborations with ] (not a Wu-Tang member).


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 ] and particularly ], 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 ], along with future Wu-Tang colleague ]). 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 ].
⚫ As one of the first to join the Wu-Tang Clan after its formation in the early ], Method Man has always been one of the most visible members of the collective. He was the first to release a solo album under the Clan's unusual contract, which allows its members to release albums under any ]. Method Man's solo debut, '']'' (], ]) was critically acclaimed and extremely popular, entering the American charts at #4. He soon collaborated with ] and ] with a series of hit singles, then recorded the second Wu-Tang album, '']''. His second solo album was '']'' (], ]), which sold even better than his first, though reviews were mixed. Method Man spent some time on his acting career, appearing in '']'', then toured with ] and recorded '']'' with Redman. Method Man has also appeared in '']'', '']'', a ] with Redman, and '']'', while continuing to record with the Wu-Tang Clan. In 2004, he released his third album, '']'', which spawned a successful single in ''What's Happenin'' with ], but was poorly received both by critics and fans. He also co-starred with Redman in his own Fox ] called ], however after only a short time on the air the show was put on hiatus and is unlikely to return.


==Background== == Career ==

⚫ 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 ] 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 ](Method chose to sign with legendary rap label ]). Method Man's solo debut, '']'' (], ]) 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 ] and ] with a series of hit singles, one of which (the Blige duet ''All I Need'') won a Grammy, before recording the second Wu-Tang album, '']''. His second solo album was '']'' (], ]), 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 ], ], ], ], ] and even ]. 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 ] and recorded '']'' with Redman, a light-hearted, fun record with an ]-evoking emphasis on funky beats and the mischievous wit and cool flows of the two MCs.

== Acting career and recent history ==

In the twenty-first century, Method Man forged a successful career in acting. As well as his ] appearance in the film '']'' along with fellow rappers ] and ], Method has also appeared in '']'', '']'', a ] with Redman, '']'', '']'' and '']'', while continuing to record with the Wu-Tang Clan. He also co-starred with Redman in his own Fox ] called ], 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 ]. In 2004, he released his third album, '']'', which spawned a successful single in ''What's Happenin'' with ], 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 ], ] and ]. However, the album sold reasonably well.

== Samples ==
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Method Man was born on April 1,1971 in Long Island,NY. Method Man's name was originally Clifford Smith. Clifford was raised in both Long Island and Staten Island this was because his parents were not living together so that meant he had to travel between two homes every now and then. Method Man is a well known east coast rapper. As a child Method changed his name from Clifford Smith to Shakuan God Allah, he changed his name because he thought Clifford Smith was a slaves name.


== Discography ==
Methods father taught him to play the drums and he also learnt poetry, his father has made a big influence on him while he was growing up. by learning poetry this has meant he has been able to make a career in the music industry which has all paid off. Not only was Method interested in music he was also fasinated in comic books, at times he would imagine him self as a comic book character the character he loved to imagine him self as alot of the time was Ghost Rider.

=== Albums ===

* 1994 '']''
* 1998 '']''
* 1999 '']'' (with Redman)
* 2004 '']''


=== Singles & EPs ===
Method once worked at the Statue of Liberty but that job didnt last long because he didnt like the wage that he was being paid. after leaving the job at the Statue of Liberty he went on to sell drugs on the streets. A lot of people knew that he wouldn't be on the streets for a long time as they could see how much music meant to him so they could see that he would make it big in the music industry.


* 1994 ''Bring The Pain''
Method got together with a group of people who also had the same interests in music as he did.they guys got rapping and writing poetry together and soon after they decided to get together as a music group so they called them selves 'The Wu-Tang-Clan'.
* 1995 ''All I Need''
* 1998 ''Break Ups 2 Make Ups''
* 1998 ''Judgement Day''
* 1998 ''Grand Finale'' (with DMX, Nas & Ja Rule)
* 1999 ''Tear It Off'' (with Redman)
* 1999 ''Da Rockwilder'' (with Redman)
* 1999 ''Y.O.U.'' (with Redman)
* 2004 ''What's Happenin'' (with Busta Rhymes)
* 2005 ''The Show''


=== Appears On ===
the first song to be released from Method Man was 'The Panty Rider'. In staten Island method was well known as Shakuan the Poet because of the rhyms he wrote.


* 1993 '']'' (album by the Wu-Tang Clan)
Before Wu-Tang actually started recording in an actual studio they were only recording there songs in RZA's house until RZA got together some recording time in a studio but for there songs to be recorded they each had to pay $100.
* 1995 ''Dirty Dancin'' (from the ] album '']'')
the first album that Wu-Tang brought out was called 'Enter the Wu-tang(36 Chambers)' which LOUD Records released.
* 1995 ''Wu-Gambinos'' & ''Ice Cream'' (from the ] album '']'')
A year after their album came out Method Man was the signed to DEF JAM Records with a solo deal. Methods first albumn was called 'Tical' this album sold over 1 million copies. All his hard had soon paid off as he won a Grammy for his song 'All i need'
* 1995 ''Living In The World Today'' & ''Gold'' (from the ] album '']'')
At times Method Man gets together with Redman and compile a few collaborations. the first song that was released by the pair was 'How High' which was featured in the movie HOW HIGH. In 1999 the pair got together once again and produced a song called 'Black Out'.
* 1996 ''Box In Hand'' (from the ] album '']'')
Some songs that Method Man has sung are:
* 1997 '']'' (album by the Wu-Tang Clan)
1,2,1,2 feat Redman; 2 Tears in a Bucket; 4 Seasons; 4,3,2,1
* 2000 '']'' (album by the Wu-Tang Clan)
A Bitch is a Bitch; A Special Joint; Act Right; After Party; All That I Need; Baby Come On; Big Dogs; Brakes Up to Make Up; Bring the Pain; Buck 50; Cheka; Collaboration 98; Da Rockwilder; Dart Throwing; Dirty Dancin; Dog in Heat; Enjoy da Ride; Method Man.
* 2001 '']'' (album by the Wu-Tang Clan)
* 2004 '']'' (album by the Wu-Tang Clan)


==External links== == External links ==
* * [http://www.method-man.com/ official site
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'Method Man (born Clifford Smith April 2, 1971 in Hempsted, Long Island, a.k.a Meth, Johnny Blaze, Methical, MZA (The Mizza), Shakwon, Ticallion Stallion, Tical, Hot Nikkels, Johnny Dangerous, Ghost Rider, Iron Lung) is an East Coast rapper and member of the Wu-Tang Clan, also known for acting and frequent collaborations with Redman (not a Wu-Tang member).

Background

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 1990s.

Career

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, 1994 in music) 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 All I Need) won a Grammy, before recording the second Wu-Tang album, Wu-Tang Forever. His second solo album was Tical 2000: Judgement Day (1998, 1998 in music), 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.

Acting career and recent history

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 Oz, How High, a stoner film with Redman, The Wire, 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, he 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.

Samples

Discography

Albums

Singles & EPs

  • 1994 Bring The Pain
  • 1995 All I Need
  • 1998 Break Ups 2 Make Ups
  • 1998 Judgement Day
  • 1998 Grand Finale (with DMX, Nas & Ja Rule)
  • 1999 Tear It Off (with Redman)
  • 1999 Da Rockwilder (with Redman)
  • 1999 Y.O.U. (with Redman)
  • 2004 What's Happenin (with Busta Rhymes)
  • 2005 The Show

Appears On

External links

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