The Writing's on the Wall is the second studio album by American girl group Destiny's Child. It was released on July 14, 1999, by Columbia Records. Seeking transition from the neo soul sound of their eponymous studio album (1998), Destiny's Child enlisted an almost entirely different array of collaborators for The Writing's on the Wall, including Kevin "She'kspere" Briggs, Kandi Burruss, Missy Elliott, Rodney Jerkins and LaShawn Daniels, among others. Lyrically, the album is constructed as a concept album, with each of its tracks representing a Ten Commandments-inspired "Commandment of Relationships". Its themes include infatuation, dependency, infidelity and separation, while a loose religious theme is maintained throughout the album.

Musically, The Writing's on the Wall is an R&B, pop, hip hop and soul record incorporating unconventional sonic elements, complex arrangements and layered staccato rap-singing vocals. The production and innovative approach earned critical acclaim, which would further solidify in retrospective reviews. A commercial success, the album debuted at number six on the US Billboard 200 with first-week sales of 133,000 units. Due to vigorous promotional activities and success of its singles, the album's sales continuously burgeoned. Consequently, it peaked at number five and went on to be certified octuple platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). With worldwide sales of 13 million copies, the album is one of the best-selling girl group albums and best-selling R&B albums of all time.

The Writing's on the Wall produced four singles. "Bills, Bills, Bills" became Destiny's Child's first US Billboard Hot 100 number-one single and attained the top ten in several other countries; it was also nominated for two Grammy Awards. "Bug a Boo" failed to replicate the success of its predecessor, peaking only at number 33 on the Billboard Hot 100 and faring moderately overseas. "Say My Name" became the group's second Billboard Hot 100 number-one single and a widespread international success. Critically acclaimed, it won them their first two Grammy Awards, with its accompanying music video winning their first MTV Video Music Award. "Jumpin', Jumpin'" became the group's first US Mainstream Top 40 number-one single, while peaking at number three on the Billboard Hot 100.