Blackout! cover

Blackout!

Method Man & Redman · 1999

71 min · 19 tracks · East Coast hip-hop

A high-energy blend of clever wordplay and gritty beats that showcases playful chemistry between two hip-hop titans.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • high-energy party atmosphere
  • playful banter and chemistry
  • dynamic flow with peaks
  • engaging skits for humor
  • short tracks for quick bursts

Maybe skip if you want

  • slow-paced introspective moments
  • long, drawn-out tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
At the time of 'Blackout!', Method Man and Redman were already established figures in East Coast hip-hop. This collaborative effort followed Method Man's commercial success with 'Tical' (1994) and 'Wu-Tang Forever' (1997), while also capitalizing on Redman's cult status from albums like 'Dare Iz a Darkside' (1994). Their partnership here solidified their influence and set the stage for future collaborations.
Stylistic neighbors
Nas· Kool Keith· Kool G Rap

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 A Special Joint (intro) 1:28
  • 2 Blackout 3:43
  • 3 Mi Casa 2:44
  • 4 Y.O.U. 4:03
  • 5 4 Seasons 4:21
  • 6 Cereal Killer 4:01
  • 7 Da Rockwilder 2:16
  • 8 Tear It Off 4:12
  • 9 Where We At (skit) 1:51
  • 10 1, 2, 1, 2 4:34
  • 11 Maaad Crew 4:28
  • 12 Run 4 Cover 4:25
  • 13 The ? 4:50
  • 14 Dat’s Dat Shit 4:20
  • 15 Cheka 3:03
  • 16 Fire ina Hole 4:21
  • 17 Well All Rite Cha 4:15
  • 18 Big Dogs 3:25
  • 19 How High (remix) 4:40

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