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<p>Method Man is an American <a href="/biography/method-man">rapper</a> and actor, renowned as a foundational member of the influential hip hop collective, the Wu-Tang Clan.</p>

<h2>Early Life and Background</h2>

<p><a href="/biography/method-man">Clifford M. Smith Jr.</a>, known professionally as Method Man, was born on March 2, 1971, in Hempstead, New York. Following his parents’ divorce during his childhood, he divided his time between Long Island, where he lived with his father, and Staten Island’s Park Hill neighborhood, where he stayed with his mother. He has two sisters, Terri Smith and Missy Smith. Method Man adopted his stage name from the 1979 martial arts film “The Fearless Young Boxer,” which was released under the name “Method Man” in some markets.</p>

<p>Method Man gained prominence as one of the standout members of the Wu-Tang Clan, a groundbreaking hip hop group formed in Staten Island, New York, in the early 1990s. Known for his distinct voice and charismatic flow, he quickly became a fan favorite. The group's debut album, “Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers),” released in 1993, became one of the most influential hip hop albums of all time.</p>

<h2>Solo Career and Collaborations</h2>

<p>Capitalizing on his rising fame, Method Man became the first Wu-Tang Clan member to sign a solo deal with Def Jam Recordings. His debut solo album, <i><a href="/biography/method-man">Tical</a></i>, released in 1994, debuted at number four on the Billboard 200 and was certified platinum, selling over a million copies. The album included the Grammy Award-winning single “I’ll Be There for You/You’re All I Need to Get By,” a collaboration with <a href="/biography/mary-j-blige">Mary J. Blige</a>. Other notable tracks from the album include “Bring the Pain” and “Release Yo’ Delf.”</p>

<p>Method Man expanded his reach by appearing on a variety of other artists' projects. His collaborations included a track on The Notorious B.I.G.’s debut album <i>Ready to Die</i> and an appearance on <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tupac_Shakur">Tupac Shakur</a>’s <i>All Eyez on Me</i>. These high-profile features cemented his status as a respected lyricist in the hip hop industry.</p>
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<h2>Continued Success and Net Worth</h2>

<p>The Wu-Tang Clan released their highly anticipated double album <i>Wu-Tang Forever</i> on June 3, 1997. The album debuted at number one and was nominated for a Grammy Award. It achieved impressive commercial success, selling over 8.3 million copies globally.</p>

<p>In 1998, Method Man released his sophomore solo album, <i>Tical 2000: Judgment Day</i>, which received double platinum certification. The project featured collaborations with <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Redman_(rapper)">Redman</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/D'Angelo">D’Angelo</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chris_Rock">Chris Rock</a>, and <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Janet_Jackson">Janet Jackson</a>. It surpassed the commercial success of his debut album and reinforced his reputation as a solo artist.</p>

<p>In later years, Method Man continued to diversify his career, branching into acting while maintaining a presence in music. In September 2019, Hulu premiered <i>Wu-Tang: An American Saga</i>, a dramatized series chronicling the formation and rise of the Wu-Tang Clan. The show received positive reviews and further highlighted Method Man’s legacy and contribution to hip hop culture.</p>

<h2>Marriage and Family Life</h2>

<p>Method Man married Tamika Smith in 2001 following their engagement in 1999. The couple shares three children: Sha (born in 1996), and twins <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Raekwon">Raekwon</a> and Cheyenne (both born in 1997). Tamika is a cancer survivor, admired for her resilience and grace. Outside her professional responsibilities and role as a mother, she has been a longstanding supporter of her husband's career.</p>

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