Method Man appeared on the track "Got My Mind Made Up" from 2Pac's 1996 diamond-certified album, All Eyez On Me .
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"
Despite being a prominent New York artist, Method Man stayed in 2Pac's "good graces" during the height of the coastal tension.
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"
While Method Man was a "monster" in his prime and arguably the most formidable guest verse artist, he occupied a slightly different tier of popularity than the "pop zeitgeist" status held by 2Pac and Biggie at their peak. Method Man and The Notorious B.I.G. - Facebook
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.
Method Man has frequently reflected on his role as a neutral figure during the "manufactured battle" that eventually led to both legends' deaths.