Morris began recording What's Mine Is Yours in October 2004. He'd originally been signed to Strummer Records, a Universal subsidiary that "went away" as Morris says, in a typical industry reorganization. Morris tried to build his solo status by cd sharing, and touring locally, as well as on side stages of big names such as John Mayer, Counting Crows,  and James Taylor.
Morris started the process of recording What's Mine Is Yours in October 2004. He had initially been connected with Strummer Records, a Universal affiliate that ceased operations as Morris notes, during an industry restructuring. Morris attempted to build his solo identity by sharing CDs and touring locally, alongside notable acts like John Mayer, Counting Crows,  and James Taylor.