Keith Murray is known for his "esoteric" and "polysyllabic" rhyme style. Enigma showcased his evolution as a lyricist, moving beyond the raw energy of his debut to more structured, thematic tracks.

In 1996, right in the thick of the East Coast renaissance, Keith Murray dropped . Following up his classic debut The Most Beautifullest Thing in This World is never easy, but Murray did what few could: he got sharper.

" The Rhyme ," which sampled Maze featuring Frankie Beverly's "Before I Let Go," became a standout track and reached number 12 on the Hot Rap Songs chart.