“99” may become the favorite acoustic undertone for the year. With long guitar riffs and even longer vocals, “99” completes a radio edited power ballad that is seldom heard in the music of today. Because of this, the song gains a spot on the hits list in my mind. But can it truly be a hit in the court of public opinion? Only time will tell of course, but I don’t think so. Many of the elements to make it a top 40 hit are missing. Although, it is a fun song, it may never be as big as some of Barns Courtney’s past work. Definitely, worth your time though.
3/5 stars