On April 7, 2017, he released his second studio album ALL-AMERIKKKAN BADA$$ under Pro Era Records and Cinematic Music Group. The album was supported by three singles: Devastated, Land of the Free and Temptation. ALL-AMERIKKKAN BADA$$ received generally positive reviews from critics and debuted at number five on the US Billboard 200.
Five years following the release of his second studio album ALL-AMERIKKKAN BADA$$, he released the follow-up to his debut mixtape, 1999, ten years later on July 22, 2022. The name of this album, his third studio album, was 2000. During 2022, Joey released multiple singles to the album including Head High, Survivors Guilt, Zipcodes and 2 more. In the album, Joey goes over plenty of topic matters such as dealing with mental health, the passing of his friend Captial Steez and his cousin, Junior B, ten years later, and his overal life. 2000 debuted at No.18 on the Billboard 200 chart and sold roughly 22,000 album-equvialent units in its first week. The album was well perceived by fans and critcs, and was deemed to be a generally good lead up to his mixtape 1999.
No. 99
Joey Bada$$ Lyrics
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What's my motherfuckin'
Ready to bust my gun, I'm rushin' in like Vladimir Putin
What you want son? Fuck a rou-, let's get shootin'
The 47 Goonz recruitin', join or die
We comin' for groups of guys in suits and ties
Who choose to hide truth from the eye
Fight or flight, yo, that's just what it is
When you see a pig, hit him in his baby back ribs
But don't trip, I'm just another black kid, caught up in the mix
Tryna make a dollar outta 47 cents
Yo, this shit is intense, a dumb cop stoppin' me, probably
Cause he's still livin' in the past tense, how shit was back then
They wanna see the downfall of all black men
And African, I was sent to put action in
But what's new when the po keep flashin' in?
News flash niggas, get a news flash
What's my name? What's my name? Badmon
What's my motherfuckin'
These niggas ain't ready for the war
Know what I'm 'bout, cut the cheddar, close your drawer
Please put your bread up
We ain't gon' settle for no iceberg lettuce
Let us eat when there's war
Or end up like venison meat in the street
They're not ready for beef
Let the fish burn in the pot, niggas all in the spot
When it turns 12 'o clock then, we'll be curvin' the block
Yo cut this shit
Man, I'm the best in the sector
Get your ear buds to grip, then I dissect ya
Inject ya with my lethal weapon
Plant a mine in the deepest section, guess who's least expected
Mothafucka please respect it
The last one to pull my card was easily dealt with
They felt it, the shift, records can't be reckoned with
On tracks wreckin' shit, ask me why I'm reckless
Break a wrist, approach my demo with a risk
Brought my demo listens, I'm a demolition specialist
I got the blueprint to this shit, Jay to the Oh Vee
If Blue was a prince, I'm still Joseph Kony
Niggas know they can't ever little bro me
No matter how big they blow, they still a little below
It's the P-R-O E-R-A, indigo with the killer flow
Guaranteed the realest that you ever saw
What's my name? What's my name? Badmon
What's my motherfuckin'
The badmon young kingpin
I move dope with that ink pen
Been up all night, my third eye ain't even blinkin'
Fuck what you thinkin'
Number 99, never trust no swine
Lick a shot one time
In the song "No. 99," Joey Bada$$ opens with a repetition of "What's my name?," which serves two purposes. First, it asserts his identity as Badmon, a name which references Jamaican patois and signifies strength and bravery. Second, it establishes a theme of self-awareness, as Joey Bada$$ seeks to define himself apart from societal expectations and stereotypes. He emphasizes this through the line "I'm just another black kid / Tryna make a dollar outta 47 cents," referencing the struggle and inequality faced by black Americans. He similarly criticizes police brutality and systemic racism in lines like "They wanna see the downfall of all black men / And African, I was sent to put action," suggesting that his music serves as a form of resistance against oppressive forces.
Joey Bada$$'s lyrics also center around a sense of empowerment and confident bravado, often referencing violence and confrontation. He repeatedly mentions "the 47 Goonz," a gang he founded with his friends, and calls for others to "join or die." He advocates for fighting back against those who oppress and hide the truth, but acknowledges the danger and risk involved. Ultimately, Joey Bada$$ positions himself as a voice for the marginalized, seeking to empower and inspire through his music.
Line by Line Meaning
What's my name? What's my name? Badmon
Joey Bada$$ is repeatedly asking what his name is and affirming that he is a badmon.
Ready to bust my gun, I'm rushin' in like Vladimir Putin
Joey Bada$$ is prepared to use his gun and is going in fearlessly like how Vladimir Putin takes action.
What you want son? Fuck a rou-, let's get shootin'
Joey Bada$$ is asking what his opponent wants and disregarding it, suggesting that they should get to shooting instead of talking.
The 47 Goonz recruitin', join or die
Joey Bada$$ is announcing that his crew, 47 Goonz, is recruiting and anyone who doesn't join might face death.
We comin' for groups of guys in suits and ties
Joey Bada$$ and his crew are targeting groups of people dressed in suits and ties who are hiding the truth from the public.
Who choose to hide truth from the eye
Joey Bada$$ is implying that the groups dressed in suits and ties are hiding the truth
Grab a white collar by his white evil eye
Joey Bada$$ is suggesting that he will go after white-collar workers and businessmen with evil intent.
Fight or flight, yo, that's just what it is
Joey Bada$$ is acknowledging that in a tense situation, people have to make quick decisions between fighting or running away.
When you see a pig, hit him in his baby back ribs
Joey Bada$$ is encouraging violence against police officers by telling his listeners to hit them in their 'baby back' section.
But don't trip, I'm just another black kid, caught up in the mix
Joey Bada$$ is reminding everyone that he is just another black youth dealing with societal issues.
Tryna make a dollar outta 47 cents
Joey Bada$$ is referencing the saying 'make a dollar out of 15 cents' to convey that he is trying to make the most out of a limited situation.
Yo, this shit is intense, a dumb cop stoppin' me, probably
Joey Bada$$ is recognizing the intensity of the situation and suggesting that if he gets stopped by a police officer, it is likely to be a challenging interaction.
Cause he's still livin' in the past tense, how shit was back then
Joey Bada$$ is criticizing police officers for being stuck in the past instead of adapting to current societal norms.
They wanna see the downfall of all black men
Joey Bada$$ is suggesting that the police and society want the failure of all black men.
And African, I was sent to put action in
Joey Bada$$ alludes to his African heritage and suggests that he was sent to take action against societal issues.
But what's new when the po keep flashin' in?
Joey Bada$$ suggests that police interference is nothing new.
News flash niggas, get a news flash
Joey Bada$$ is asking his listeners to pay attention to this newsflash.
These niggas ain't ready for the war
Joey Bada$$ suggests that his enemies are unprepared for a fight.
Know what I'm 'bout, cut the cheddar, close your drawer
Joey Bada$$ knows what he's doing, and he advises his opponents to stop wasting their money and give up.
Please put your bread up
Joey Bada$$ is asking his opponents to put up their money if they want to go to war.
We ain't gon' settle for no iceberg lettuce
Joey Bada$$ and his crew won't accept anything less than a proper challenge.
Let us eat when there's war
Joey Bada$$ will only celebrate and enjoy the spoils of war.
Or end up like venison meat in the street
Joey Bada$$ suggests that his opponents will end up dead like roadkill.
They're not ready for beef
Joey Bada$$'s opponents are not prepared for a fight.
Let the fish burn in the pot, niggas all in the spot
Joey Bada$$ is suggesting that everyone should be attentive to the consequences of their actions.
When it turns 12 'o clock then, we'll be curvin' the block
Joey Bada$$ and his crew will be active and moving around at midnight.
Yo cut this shit
Joey Bada$$ is asking someone to stop talking about something they don't know about.
Man, I'm the best in the sector
Joey Bada$$ boasts about being the best possible person for his genre.
Get your ear buds to grip, then I dissect ya
Joey Bada$$ challenges his listeners to listen to his lyrics and to feel how he dissects his opponents.
Inject ya with my lethal weapon
Joey Bada$$ suggests that his lyrics are his weapon.
Plant a mine in the deepest section, guess who's least expected
Joey Bada$$ is suggesting that he can surprise his opponents with his tactics and catch them off guard.
Mothafucka please respect it
Joey Bada$$ demands that others acknowledge his skills.
The last one to pull my card was easily dealt with
Joey Bada$$ suggests that the last person who tried to call him out was easily defeated.
They felt it, the shift, records can't be reckoned with
Joey Bada$$ is suggesting that the music industry was impacted by his shift in style and ability.
On tracks wreckin' shit, ask me why I'm reckless
Joey Bada$$ explains how and why he's able to make waves in the music industry.
Break a wrist, approach my demo with a risk
Joey Bada$$ advises people to come at his demos with caution.
Brought my demo listens, I'm a demolition specialist
Joey Bada$$ suggests that his demos are powerful enough to demolish the competition.
I got the blueprint to this shit, Jay to the Oh Vee
Joey Bada$$ is referencing Jay-Z, who is a prominent figure in the music industry and has influenced Joey Bada$$
If Blue was a prince, I'm still Joseph Kony
Joey Bada$$ is suggesting that he is still an important, influential figure, even compared to royalty.
Niggas know they can't ever little bro me
Joey Bada$$ is confident that he won't be seen as inferior to anyone, regardless of their fame or status.
No matter how big they blow, they still a little below
Joey Bada$$ suggests that no matter how famous or successful his opponents are, they still can't compare to him.
It's the P-R-O E-R-A, indigo with the killer flow
Joey Bada$$ is called the professional era with a killer flow and associates himself with the color indigo.
Guaranteed the realest that you ever saw
Joey Bada$$ assures his listeners that he is the most genuine artist they have ever seen/heard.
Number 99, never trust no swine
Joey Bada$$ suggests that he can't trust police officers, and references his 99 Jersey number.
Lick a shot one time
Joey Bada$$ asks his listeners to fire a shot once to show support.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, THE ROYALTY NETWORK INC., Royalty Network, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: BRADEN MITCHELL WATT, DELROY PAIRT, JO-VAUGHN VIRGINIE, KEMAR CHRISTOPHER OTTEY, PATRICK BARIL, RICARDO LLOYD JR JOHNSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Dynamic ViiBzZ
THIS IS FIIIIIIIIRRRRRREEEEE my god this kid is amazing honestly name me another rapper better than this he is the best rapper out right now fact his songs are just a privilege to listen to and his lyrics are just incredible also his flow is dope aswell and his Top 10 Best Songs Are:
95 Til Infinity
Christ Concious
Fromdatombs
Hilary Swank
Unorthadox
Alowha
Killuminati
My Yout
NO.99
LongLiveSteelo
Top 5 Rappers Right Now Are:
#1 Joey Bada$$
#2 Kendrick Lamar
#3 Drake
#4 Logic
#5 Earl Sweatshirt
Slavsco 32
I think only a few people realize how old school and well done this sounds. Mad respect joey.
Traverse
Sounds like Scenario turned inside out
Falcon McLenny
It's boom bap
That's why it's good.
That's how hip hop supposed to sound.
lil kut throat
joey paying homage to tribe called quest. fucking gold
Gabetendo
Noticed it as soon as I heard it.
Mr Ham Hock
Yeh dude..It was Little Miss Lover (1967) So dope!
NMV1507
+Emperor Chadrick the sample for Scenario was from a Jimi Hendrix song. Don't remember which one
somebl@ckguy
+AssassiinC wtf no wonder i like both of these songs
AJ
+AssassiinC oh yeah! Didn't even notice lol
Andrew Otvos
I'm rushing in like Vladimir Putin, what you want son? Wow this son aged really well