I'm Ready
Babyface · Other Songs - Babyface
it was uncool to love meThen leave me standing here
nowWithout a goodbyeAnd maybe I am the fool you call
me'cause I'll be here standing waitingTo hear you say
to meI'm readyTo love youForeverHey love nowCome and
love me forever moreI'm readyTo love youForeverHey
love nowCome and love me forever moreSometimes,
when I'm alone I feel sadI know you'll leave me once
againAnd take my prideAnd maybe I am the fool you call
me'cause I'll be here standing,
waitingTo hear you say to meHookAnd once again I'll
be right hereWaiting to share your loveBut I hope this
time, for onceWe'll forever mend it upHook 2 times, ad lib to fade
I'm Ready - Babyface
Babyface's 'I'm Ready' stands as a quintessential example of his signature mid-1980s R&B and pop sound, characterized by lush string arrangements and smooth vocal delivery. Released during the height of his solo career, the track exemplifies the polished production style that defined the era, blending soulful melodies with a rhythmic groove that became a staple of contemporary radio. The song reflects the romantic optimism common in Babyface's discography, capturing the sentiment of being prepared for a significant relationship moment. As a solo effort, it showcases his ability to craft emotionally resonant tracks that rely on atmospheric instrumentation rather than heavy reliance on featured artists, cementing his status as a leading force in the New Jack Swing and contemporary R&B movements of the 1980s.