It features many complex arrangements and vocal harmonies, showing at times the influence of classic progressive rock bands such as Gentle Giant and Genesis.

Guitarist/vocalist Brett Kull has commented that while the group is hailed for being extraordinarily "proggy", the song is a relatively simple one in 3/4 time.

In 2000, the masters of As the World were returned to the band by record executive Michael Caplan, who originally signed them to Epic Records/Sony Music in 1994.

The album was remastered in 2005 by Brett Kull and reissued with new artwork and packaging, plus a bonus DVD of their live performance at The Ritz in Detroit, MI on Saturday, March 4, 1995, just days before the release of As the World.

The DVD ends with short interview with Brett and Ray by local rock journalist Devin McPherson.