[1] It has been compared to other previously-shelved hip hop albums, such as Kamaal the Abstract by Q-Tip, Center of Attention by INI, and The Original Baby Pa by Deda.

This is also referenced by Eminem on his song "As The World Turns" off his Slim Shady LP where he raps "Outsidaz and we suin' the courts, 'cause we dope as fuck and only get a two (mics) in The Source".

Perspective was apparently unhappy with the sales of hip hop records by artists like Pudgee tha Phat Bastard anyway, and money was already becoming scarce in 1996.

RapReviews gave it a 9.5/10 rating, stating "Young Zee's record is a true gem that should etch a permanent smile across the jaded faces of hip-hop enthusiasts of all ages," also praising its "classic New Jersey sound.

"[2] Vibe gave it a favorable review, noting "Zee proves that compact beats and ingenious similes can still move a crowd.