Ready or Not

Bridgit Mendler

About Ready or Not

"Ready or Not" is the debut solo single by American recording artist Bridgit Mendler, and is the lead single from her debut studio album, Hello My Name Is... (2012), which garnered its name from a line in the song. It premiered on Radio Disney on August 3, 2012, and was released digitally on August 7, 2012. The song has received positive reviews from music critics, praising the song's unique sound and Mendler's vocals, which have been compared to Cher Lloyd, Carly Rae Jepsen, and Demi Lovato. The song became a modest hit in North America, peaking at number 49 in the US and at number 43 in Canada. The song performed better overseas, where it became an international hit. It reached top forty in over twelve countries, and peaked within the top ten in Belgium, Romania, Ukraine, and the United Kingdom, making it her first top ten hit. The song was certified gold in Norway, and platinum in New Zealand, United States, and Canada. The song's chorus is an interpolation of The Delfonics' "Ready or Not Here I Come (Can't Hide from Love)". 


Year:
2012
3:22
76 
#1

 Watch: New Singing Lesson Videos Can Make Anyone A Great Singer

Hey, hey
Hey (Hey)
Oh
I'm the kinda girl who doesn't say a word,
Who sits at the curb and waits for the world
But I'm about to break out, about to break out
I'm like a crook tonight
I caught you staring at me and I was thinking clearly
And now I'm like a bee and I'm huntin' for the honey
And I'm kinda shy but you're super fly yeah, I could be your kryptonite

Like oh oh oh
Light my heart up baby like a match stick
Oh oh oh
And hit the gas quick

Ready or not, here I come
Where you at? The night is young
In the crowd the music's loud, but I will find you
Ready or not, here I come
I like your face, do you like my song?
Just sing it la la la la la la and I'll find you
Ready or not (Oh oh oh oh oh oh)
Ready or not (Oh oh oh oh oh oh)

Hello my name is (Bridgit)
Nice to meet you,
I think you're famous, where have I seen you?
You'll be my William, I'll be your Kate
Livin' like a fairytale
We could have a palace right next to Oprah
37 cars and a yacht down in Boca
Take me away wherever you say
Yeah we could be setting sail

Like oh oh oh
Light my heart up baby like a matchstick
Oh oh oh
And hit the gas quick

Ready or not, here I come
Where you at? The night is young
In the crowd the music's loud, but I will find you
Ready or not, here I come
I like your face, do you like my song?
Just sing it la la la la la la and I'll find you
Ready or not (Oh oh oh oh oh oh)
Ready or not (Oh oh oh oh oh oh)

Ready or not here I come here I come
You're like a breath of fresh air in my lungs
You and me dance from the night to the dawn
Ready or not here I come boy it's on

Ready or not here I come here I come
You're like a breath of fresh air in my lungs
You and me dance from the night to the dawn
Ready or not here I come boy it's on

Ready or not, here I come
Where you at? The night is young
In the crowd the music's loud but I will find you
Ready or not, here I come
I like your face, do you like my song?
Just sing it la la lala la la and I'll find you

Ready or not (Ready or not)
(You're like a breath of fresh air in my lungs)
Ready or not (Here I come, oh)
Ready or not (Ready or not)
Ready or not (Ready or not, ready or not)
Boombada boombada boombada
Ready or not!

 The easy, fast & fun way to learn how to sing: 30DaySinger.com


Bridgit Mendler

Bridgit Claire Mendler (born December 18, 1992) is an American actress, singer, musician and songwriter. She first rose to fame in the 2009 made for television film Labor Pains, alongside Lindsay Lohan. In 2009, Mendler became a recurring character for the Disney Channel Original Series Wizards of Waverly Place, alongside Selena Gomez and David Henrie, the latter of which was her on screen love interest. In December of that year, Mendler made her theatrical debut in the film Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakuel, released on December 23, 2009. Following the positive reception to her character on the "Wizards", Mendler became the star of the Disney series Good Luck Charlie, which premiered in April of 2010. In 2011, Mendler appeared in the film Good Luck Char… more »

4 fans

Written by: Emanuel Kiriakou, Evan Bogart, Bridgit Claire Mendler, Andrew Maxwell Goldstein, William Hart, Thom Bell, Andrew Goldstein

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Walt Disney Music Company, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind


10 facts about this song

Artist Background
"Ready or Not" was released by American recording artist and actress Bridgit Mendler. She is best known for her role as Teddy Duncan in Disney Channel’s sitcom, "Good Luck Charlie".
Album Details
"Ready or Not" is the lead single from her debut studio album "Hello My Name Is..." which was released in 2012.
Inspirational Roots
The song was inspired by The Delfonics' song, "Ready or Not Here I Come (Can't Hide from Love)", and it also contains a sample of the 1960s tune.
Writing Credits
The song was co-written by Mendler herself, along with Emanuel Kiriakou, Evan Bogart, and Thom Bell.
Song Meaning
The song is about the thrill of chasing down a crush and wanting to pursue a romantic relationship, despite any hesitations or fears.
Reception
"Ready or Not" received positive reviews from the critics. Some hailed it as a fun, youthful anthem, while others praised Mendler's vocals.
Chart Success
Reportedly, the song reached number 49 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100. In addition, it peaked within the top 20 in numerous countries such as the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand.
Certification
It got certified Platinum in Canada and New Zealand, and Gold in Denmark and the United States.
Music Video
The music video for the song was directed by Philip Andelman and features Mendler singing at various places around Los Angeles.
Live Performance
Mendler has performed "Ready or Not" live on several TV shows such as "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" and "The X Factor".

Discuss the Ready or Not Lyrics with the community:

0 Comments

    Citation

    Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:

    Style:MLAChicagoAPA

    "Ready or Not Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 19 Apr. 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/27992940/Bridgit+Mendler/Ready+or+Not>.

    Missing lyrics by Bridgit Mendler?

    Know any other songs by Bridgit Mendler? Don't keep it to yourself!

    Watch the song video

    Ready or Not

    201.2M
    1.6M     35,014

    Top Hot 100 Songs 2013

    Billboard #49


    Browse Lyrics.com

    Quiz

    Are you a music master?

    »
    "Money for nothin' and ________ for free."
    A chicks
    B chips
    C drinks
    D rings

    Free, no signup required:

    Add to Chrome

    Get instant explanation for any lyrics that hits you anywhere on the web!

    Free, no signup required:

    Add to Firefox

    Get instant explanation for any acronym or abbreviation that hits you anywhere on the web!

    Bridgit Mendler tracks

    On Radio Right Now

    Loading...

    Powered by OnRad.io


    Think you know music? Test your MusicIQ here!

    Movies soundtrack

    Ready or Not

    »