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 initiated the recording of What's Mine Is Yours in October 2004. He had initially been linked with Strummer Records, a Universal subsidiary that vanished as Morris states, during an industry reorganization. Morris endeavored to establish his solo presence by sharing CDs and touring locally, alongside prominent artists such as John Mayer, Counting Crows,  and James Taylor.