Jessie Reyez returns with the raw, confessional track “99%” from her latest album A LITTLE VENGEANCE (is more human than no vengeance at all). Known for her unapologetic storytelling and gritty vocal delivery, Reyez continues to explore themes of heartbreak and self‑empowerment.
In “99%” the singer confronts a partner who keeps returning to the same mistakes, using a blend of spoken‑word verses and melodic hooks to declare her resolve to move on. The song serves as both a breakup anthem and a declaration of personal growth.
You’re on your 99th, well this time
I’m about 99% sure we’re done
I made up my mind
I’m gon’ do my best to find
Somebody good for me
Everything you couldn’t be
I made up my mind
Baby, I’m done with goodbyes
Need something good for me
Yeah, before I couldn’t leave
You got some nerve
Saying that you deserve
A second chance when you’re on your 99th
Well, this time
I’m about 99% sure we’re done
One, boys your ass lie too much
Two, all we did was fight and ****
Three, you don’t believe in therapy
And when I was going through it, you wasn’t there for me
Four, all you do is run your mouth
****! got me messing up my count
Six, never wanna post a pic
Like you was hiding me, man, like I ain’t that bitch
Who do you think you are?
Baby, it’s cool, do your thing, I’m gone
I made up my mind
I’m gon’ do my best to find
Somebody good for me
Everything you couldn’t be
I made up my mind
Baby, I’m done with goodbyes
Need something good for me
Know before I couldn’t leave
You got some nerve
Saying that you deserve
A second chance when you’re on your 99th
Well, this time
I’m about 99% sure we’re done
And you gon’ be missing one
You’re on your 99th, well, this time
And you gon’ be missing one
I’m about 99% sure we’re done
One, oh, you thought that I was done?
Two, bust faster than a broken gun
Three, you would put the blame on me
And you would gas her up, so I would let it be
Four, wwear that you’re so mature
Five, truth is you’re insecure
Six, we got similarities
But the difference is I know I need a remedy
Man, who do you think you are?
Baby, it’s cool, do your thing, I’m gone
I made up my mind
I’m gon’ do my best to find
Somebody good for me
Everything you couldn’t be
I made up my mind
Baby, I’m done with goodbyes
Need something good for me
Know before I couldn’t leave
You got some nerve
Saying that you deserve
A second chance when you’re on your 99th
Well this time
I’m about 99% sure we’re done
And you gon’ be missing one
You’re on your 99th, well this time
And you gon’ be missing one
I’m about 99% sure we’re done
Since its release, “99%” has resonated with fans for its candid lyricism and fierce declaration of independence, cementing Reyez’s reputation as a voice for anyone ready to break free from toxic cycles.
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