2pac The Notorious | Method Man

In 1994, Method Man was the only guest rapper featured on Biggie’s classic debut album, Ready to Die , on the track "The What" .

Method Man holds a unique and legendary position in hip-hop history as the . While the 1990s were defined by the bitter East Coast-West Coast rivalry, Method Man managed to maintain mutual respect and "bridge the gap" between the two warring factions. The Notorious B.I.G. and "The What" Method Man 2Pac The Notorious

He chose to stay out of the overblown feud, famously stating that by the time conflict reaches "the real ni**as," someone ends up dead. In 1994, Method Man was the only guest

Method Man appeared on the track "Got My Mind Made Up" from 2Pac's 1996 diamond-certified album, All Eyez On Me . The Notorious B

Despite being a prominent New York artist, Method Man stayed in 2Pac's "good graces" during the height of the coastal tension.

Method Man actually had to sneak out to record with Biggie because Wu-Tang Clan leader RZA initially wanted to keep all collaborations within the group to "keep the money in the family". 2Pac and "Got My Mind Made Up"