99 problems
99 problems · 99 problemses
Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see 99, problemsUsed other than figuratively or idiomatically: see 99, problems.
Meaning
2 senses(plural, plural only)Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see 99, problems.
(idiomatic, plural, plural only)An innumerable amount of problems which nevertheless implies one notable matter is not considered a problem.
Origin
Coined by American rapper Ice-T in 1993 in the song "99 Problems" off the album Home InvasCoined by American rapper Ice-T in 1993 in the song "99 Problems" off the album Home Invasion, likely referring to 99 percent. Further popularized in Jay-Z's song "99 Problems" off The Black Album (2003).
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