The Meth Lab cover

The Meth Lab

Method Man · 2015

57 min · 19 tracks · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop · East Coast hip-hop

A gritty return to form, blending classic East Coast beats with Method Man's signature flow and storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady flow with gritty storytelling
  • engaging narratives for focused listening
  • for late-night drives
  • reflective moments between energetic tracks

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek standalone singles experience

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2015, 'The Meth Lab' marks Method Man's first studio album in over a decade since '4:21... The Day After' in 2006. This album serves as a revival of his artistic presence, showcasing a seasoned artist reconnecting with his roots in the East Coast hip-hop scene amid the changing landscape of the genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Redman· Ghostface Killah· Raekwon

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Intro 0:20
  • 2 The Meth Lab 2:58
  • 3 Straight Gutta 4:00
  • 4 Bang Zoom 3:49
  • 5 50 Shots 3:59
  • 6 The Pledge 1:12
  • 7 2 Minutes of Your Time 2:08
  • 8 Worldwide 3:29
  • 9 Soundcheck 2:28
  • 10 Water 3:27
  • 11 Lifestyles 4:12
  • 12 The Purple Tape 3:26
  • 13 Intelligent Meth 4:03
  • 14 Symphony 3:22
  • 15 What You Getting Into 3:40
  • 16 Another Winter 3:34
  • 17 Rain All Day 2:44
  • 18 So Staten 3:45
  • 19 Outro 0:16

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