I'm Ready
Fats Domino · Very Best Of
I'm ready, I'm willin', and I'm able to rock and roll all night
Come on, pretty baby, we gonna rock, we gonna roll until the broad daylight
Because I'm ready, mm-mm-mm
And I'm able, mm-mm-mm
I'm willin' and I'm able so you better come and go with me
We gonna rock and roll till tomorrow `bout three
Talkin' on the phone is not my speed
Don't send me no letter `cause I can't read
Don't be long `cause I'll be gone
We gonna rock and roll all night long
'Cause I'm ready, I'm willin', and I'm able to rock and roll all night
I'm ready, I'm willin', and I'm able to rock and roll all night
Come on, pretty baby, we gonna rock, we gonna roll until tomorrow night
Talkin' on the phone is not my speed
Don't send me no letter `cause I can't read
Don't be long `cause I'll be gone
We gonna rock and roll all night long
'Cause I'm ready, I'm willin', and I'm able to rock and roll all night
I'm ready, I'm willin', and I'm able to rock and roll all night
Come on, pretty baby, we gonna rock, we gonna roll until tomorrow night
I'm Ready - Fats Domino
Fats Domino's 'I'm Ready' stands as a quintessential example of his signature rock and roll sound, characterized by a driving rhythm and a distinctive vocal delivery that helped define the genre's early sound. Released on the 'Very Best Of' compilation, the track showcases Domino's mastery of the electric guitar riff and his ability to convey urgency and excitement without relying on complex harmonies. As one of the pioneers of rock and roll, Domino's work on this recording reflects the raw energy and innovation that emerged from New Orleans clubs in the late 1950s. The song remains a staple of his discography, illustrating how he blended R&B influences with a new, faster tempo that captivated audiences and influenced generations of musicians to follow.