99

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About 99

"99" is a song by the American rock band Toto. The song appeared on the Hydra album in 1979. As a single, it reached number 26 on the Billboard charts. In Canada, the song peaked at number 17 on the RPM singles chart.


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99 
I've been waiting so long 
Oh, 99 
Where did we go wrong 
Oh, 99 
I love you 

99 
I keep breaking your heart 
Oh, 99 
How can we be apart 
Oh, 99 
I love you 

I never thought it would happen 
I feel quite the same 
I don't want to hurt you anymore 
I never knew it would work out 
No one to blame 
You know I love you 99 

99 
You keep holding my hand 
Oh, 99 
They don't know who I am 
Oh, 99 
I love you 

I never thought it would happen 
I feel quite the same 
I don't want to hurt you anymore 
I never knew it would work out 
No one to blame 
You know I love you 99 

99 
I can't take it no more 
Oh, 99 
Oh we were so sure 
Oh, 99 
I love you

99 
I love you

99

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Toto

Toto is an American rock band formed in Los Angeles in 1976. The band's current lineup consists of Joseph Williams (lead vocals), David Paich (keyboards), Steve Porcaro (keyboards), Steve Lukather (guitars, vocals), and Simon Phillips (drums). Bass player Nathan East is currently touring with Toto as a guest musician, as Mike Porcaro is too ill to tour. Toto is known for a musical style that combines elements of pop, rock, soul, funk, progressive rock, hard rock, R&B and jazz. more »

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Written by: DAVID PAICH

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12 facts about this song

Release Date
"99" was released as a single by Toto in 1979.
Album
The song comes from their second studio album, "Hydra."
Chart Success
The song reached number 26 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Inspiration
The song was inspired by the George Lucas directed movie "THX 1138" which depicts a dystopian future.
Unique Style
Unlike many of Toto’s songs, "99" is not a classic rock but instead it falls under the new wave genre.
Song Meaning
It's a love song written for a woman who lives in a very sterile and controlled world.
Version Differences
The single and album versions of the song are very different, with the single version being a lot shorter and having a faster tempo.
Too Different for Fans
Some initial Toto fans were disappointed by the track because it was a departure from their more conventional, rock sound.
“99” Theme
The use of the number '99' was inspired by the nameless, number-coded people in "THX 1138."
Music Video
The music video for “99” was among the first to be aired on Music Television (MTV) in 1981.
Critic's Response
Despite being a departure from Toto's typical sound, the song was well received by music critics.
Nostalgic Value
The song has appeared in numerous 80's compilation albums, demonstrating its lasting appeal.

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