Ready To Fly
Richard Marx · My Own Best Enemy
To the secret of my destiny
And every new road I think is the one
Seems to lead right back to me
I've looked for a way to be wiser
A way to be strong
Now I see the answer was hiding
In me all along
Chorus:
And I'm ready to fly
Over the sun
Like a rocket to heaven
And I'm ready to soar
Right through the sky
Never dreamed I'd find something to lift me so high
I've always had wings
But I wasn't ready to fly
Restless, hopeless, and misunderstood
Like so many others I know
So busy tryin' to keep holdin' on
When I should've been letting go
I was given the gift to find it
The spirit inside me
But I never really imagined
All I could be
Chorus:
And I'm ready to fly
Over the sun
Like a rocket to heaven
And I'm ready to soar
Right through the sky
Never dreamed I'd find something to lift me so high
I've always had wings
But I wasn't ready to fly
The answer to all of my wonder
Was right in my hands
Now it's time for me to discover
All that I am
Chorus:
And I'm ready to fly
Over the sun
Like a rocket to heaven
And I'm ready to soar
Right through the sky
Never dreamed I'd find something to lift me so high
I've always had wings
But I wasn't ready to fly
I've always had wings
Now I'm finally ready to fly
Ready To Fly
Richard Marx's "Ready To Fly" stands as a defining track from his 1986 album *My Own Best Enemy*, capturing the polished pop-rock sound that made him a global sensation. Released during the height of his career, the song exemplifies the era's blend of romantic balladry and upbeat pop production, featuring Marx's signature smooth vocals and melodic guitar work. As part of his extensive discography, the recording reflects the commercial success and artistic maturity of his mid-80s output, contributing to his legacy as one of the most prominent pop artists of the decade. The track remains a staple of his catalog, often associated with the romantic themes and polished arrangements that characterized his work during this period.