Contrary to the popular belief that Biggie never wrote his lyrics down, Method Man recalled seeing Biggie penned his verse on paper during their studio session.
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
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 noted that Biggie was so professional that he never even mentioned Method Man's collaboration with 2Pac, understanding it was "just music" and business. Bridging the Great Divide