Method Man "Tical"

Posted on 11.15.1996

Method Man
Album: Tical
Release Date: Nov 15, 1994
Label: Def Jam

customer Review:
This album was pretty ill when it dropped back in the day. Looking back, the RZA was experimenting with his production, and was still seeking to establish his style. The mood of many of the cuts is remarkably dark and murky. On "Biscuits" Meth’s lyrics are suppressed under a haunting minimal beat. You almost get the sense that he’s rapping from within a deep dungeon, or better yet, locked in your basement on Friday the 13th.

The mood picks up on a few tracks such as the classic "Bring the Pain", "Meth Vs. Chef", and "Release Yo’ Delf." However, the general tone on this album is suppressed and dimmed-out-dark. My favorite cut is the absorbing click-clack of "I Get My Thing in Action." Overall, this album is basically a valued timepiece within the evolving lineage of hip-hop. This is one of four albums that the RZA exclusively produced for Wu-Tang soloists. That in itself marks its historical significance. In addition, Meth’s following two albums fail to approach the creativity of this project.

Tracklisting:
1. Tical
2. Biscuits
3. Bring The Pain
4. All I Need
5. What The Blood Clot
6. Meth Vs. Chef
7. Sub Crazy
8. Release Yo’ Delf
9. P.L.O Style
10. I Get My Thang In Action
11. Mr. Sandman
12. Stimulation
13. Method Man (Remix)

artist page: Method Man

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