• Record Label: Def Jam
  • Release Date: Aug 29, 2006
Metascore
65

Generally favorable reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 17
  2. Negative: 0 out of 17
  1. Uncut
    60
    Introspection clearly suits him. [Nov 2006, p.119]
  2. Unfortunately, there are enough songs on 4:21 that are so utterly boring that the claim of redemption can't be made quite yet.
  3. 60
    Still recovering from 2004’s tepid Tical 0: The Prequel, Meth hints at the bluster and wit that made him an instant star nearly 15 years ago.
  4. Sadly, co-executive producer Erick Sermon is behind many tracks, and his are the most conventional and weakest of the bunch.
  5. 4:21 shows him exhibiting more vigour and imagination.
  6. Urb
    60
    Each release generates one or two hits and is never regarded as a classic, but 4:21...The Day After may be an exception. [Sep 2006, p.137]
  7. Meth serves up relatively safe, occasionally dope, and consistently scruffy boom-bap.
  8. Despite having nowhere to go lyrically, he remains a remarkably potent presence.
User Score
7.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 9 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 9
  2. Negative: 1 out of 9
  1. RandyD
    Sep 22, 2006
    10
    method is back!
  2. emmanuel
    Oct 15, 2006
    10
    His rhymes are amazing and the beats sound fresh. Method proves his skills with this album
  3. SushiK
    Sep 9, 2006
    8
    While there are quite a few "skippables" on this, the core of the album is fiery and gives Meth a great backdrop to lash out at critics and While there are quite a few "skippables" on this, the core of the album is fiery and gives Meth a great backdrop to lash out at critics and the music industry in general. At it's best it's a great return to form for Meth. Certainly worth getting. Full Review »