Ready
Billy Ray Cyrus Lyrics


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She's gotta do what she's gotta do
And I've gotta like it or not
She's got dreams too big for this town
And she needs to give them a shot
Whatever they are

Looks like she's all ready to leave
Nothing left to pack
There ain't no room for me in that car
Even if she asked me to tag along
God I gotta be strong

She's at the starting line of the rest of her life
As ready as she's ever been
Got the hunger and the stars in her eyes
The prize is hers to win
She's waiting on my blessings before she hits that open road
Baby get ready
Get set
Don't go

She says things are fallen into place
Feels like they're fallen apart
I painted this big old smile on my face
To hide my broken heart
If only she knew
This is where I don't say what I want so bad to say

This is where I want to but I won't get in the way
Of her and her dreams
And spreading her wings

She's at the starting line of the rest of her life
As ready as she's ever been
Got the hunger and the stars in her eyes
The prize is hers to win
She's waiting on my blessings before she hits that open road
Baby get ready
Get set
Don't go

She's at the starting line of the rest of her life
As ready as she's ever been
Got the hunger and the stars in her eyes
The prize is hers to win
She's waiting on my blessings before she hits that open road
Baby get ready
Get set
Don't go

Don't go
Don't go




She's gotta do what she's gotta do
She's gotta do what she's gotta do

Overall Meaning

In Billy Ray Cyrus's song Ready Set Don't Go, the father is saying goodbye to his daughter as she leaves home to pursue her dreams. The lyrics depict the father’s emotions and mental state as his daughter prepares to leave. He knows that his daughter needs to chase her dreams and that means leaving home. As he watches her leave, he puts on a brave face to hide his broken heart. He says he won't get in the way of her dreams and wants to give his blessings before she hits the road. He knows that his daughter has been waiting for this moment and is ready to take on the world with the stars in her eyes. The father is proud of his daughter's independence, but he also can't help but to be sad and wish she would stay.


The lyrics of the song are about letting go and giving a loved one the freedom they need to pursue their dreams. It’s a heartwarming and emotional song that highlights the bond between a parent and child. The lyrics suggest that while it may be hard to let go, it is important to support and encourage the people we love to pursue their passions.


Line by Line Meaning

She's gotta do what she's gotta do
She has to follow her dreams no matter what.


And I've gotta like it or not
I must accept and understand her decision to leave.


She's got dreams too big for this town
Her aspirations are beyond what this place can offer.


And she needs to give them a shot
She deserves the chance to pursue her passion.


Whatever they are
I support her dream, no matter what it is.


Looks like she's all ready to leave
She's prepared to set out on her journey.


Nothing left to pack
She's fully prepared for the future.


There ain't no room for me in that car
Her plans don't include me being part of her journey.


Even if she asked me to tag along
Even if she wanted me to come, I know I shouldn't.


God I gotta be strong
I need to have the strength to let her go and follow her dreams.


She's at the starting line of the rest of her life
She's about to embark on an exciting new chapter.


As ready as she's ever been
She has prepared herself for this moment.


Got the hunger and the stars in her eyes
She's determined to achieve her goals and has the determination to succeed.


The prize is hers to win
The success she achieves is her own, and her motivation will be her guide.


She's waiting on my blessings before she hits that open road
She needs my support before she leaves, to feel emotionally ready.


Baby get ready
She needs me to prepare for her departure.


Get set
She needs me to be ready to show her the support she needs.


Don't go
But at the same time, I need to fight the urge to ask her to stay.


She says things are fallen into place
She is ready to take the next steps and is feeling positive about the future.


Feels like they're fallen apart
Yet she cannot completely shake her uncertainties and fears.


I painted this big old smile on my face
Despite my sadness, I'm trying to put on a brave face for her.


To hide my broken heart
But inside, I'm struggling to deal with the thought of her leaving.


If only she knew
I wish I could express everything I'm feeling, but I know it's best to stay silent.


This is where I don't say what I want so bad to say
It's the moment where I need to be strong for her and let her follow her own path, acknowledging that it will be hard for me to watch her go.


This is where I want to but I won't get in the way
As much as I want to try to convince her to stay, I know that it's not my place or right to get in the way of her dreams.


Of her and her dreams
Her future goals and desires are worth fighting for.


And spreading her wings
She needs to try new things and explore beyond the confines of what she already knows.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BILLY CYRUS, CASEY BEATHARD

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@chandleryuan2364

[Verse 1]
She's gotta do what she's gotta do
And I've gotta like it or not
She's got dreams too big for this town
And she needs to give 'em a shot
Whatever they are

[Verse 2]
Looks like she's all ready to leave
Nothing left to pack
There ain't no room for me in that car
Even if she asked me to tag along
God I gotta be strong

[Chorus]
She's at the starting line of the rest of her life
As ready as she's ever been
Got the hunger and the stars in her eyes
The prize is hers to win
She's waiting on my blessings
Before she hits that open road
Baby, get ready
Get set
Don't go

[Verse 3]
She says things are fallen into place
Feels like they're fallen apart
I painted this big old smile on my face
To hide my broken heart
If only she knew
This is where I don't say what I want so bad to say
This is where I want to but I won't get in the way
Of her and her dreams
And spreading her wings

[Chorus][x2]

[Outro]
Don't go
Don't go
She's gotta do what she's gotta do
She's gotta do what she's gotta do



All comments from YouTube:

@nathaliamartinsp

My dad sent me this song when I moved to another country for college. He died a few months after that and the last time I ever saw him was at the airport before moving. This songs makes me cry like a baby. He was my best friend and the best dad I could ever ask for.

Miss you.

@thomasmiranda8165

Salute to u & ur pops

@whammyclammy6929

So sorry 😭💔

@oxygenmagnesium8596

🤗🙏🙏🙏😇

@castr0w0rld98

Keep being strong for your dad. He is very proud of you and will continue to watch over you throughout your journey❤

@JoePadovano

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@ariuse2rich

Who else is here in 2024?? 🙏🏽💕

@aerialnay

A good father knows how to be there and still give the children some space to grow. And that is exactly what this song is about. Makes me cry everytime.

@BillyCyrus-vb4tf

Hello 👋

I must say that I have enormous respect for you considering the manner in which I have made contact with you. I am very glad you are a fan of mine. Where are you watching from?

@aerialnay

@@BillyCyrus-vb4tf i’m watching from Brazil! Big fan here, this song touches my soul. Thanks for the reply 🙏🏻

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