Murs and 9th Wonder's partnership is often cited as a "clinic in storytelling". While 9th Wonder provides the "signature production" that harkens back to the glory days of DJ Premier, the acapella versions of their tracks serve as a reminder that Murs' lyricism remains a "lyricist of the highest order" even when the music stops. Murs & 9th Wonder - The Problem Is (Acapella)
: Murs critiques a system that provides "access to ammo" but fails to provide "decent schools" for knowledge. Murs & 9th Wonder - The Problem Is (Acapella)
: He describes how young people are turned into "crime addicts" while chasing "superficial status" on the block. Murs and 9th Wonder's partnership is often cited