Webster ran the now defunct record label "Love From San Francisco", and provided production for Tracey Thorn's debut solo album, Out of the Woods.
Ready
Charles Webster Lyrics
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No no you know it's good
Tell me 'bout what's keepin' you at night
Why you're so misunderstood
Did you spend all your money
Are you sick
Are you guilty in some hell?
I can take it
I'm here if you need to tell
When you're ready
Did they tell you you're not interesting?
You're so full of color they're a damn lie!
Did you fall into your put again?
Well you know it's just a matter of time until you get out!
Oh! did you have to cut us off?
Was it more than you could bare?
We were not your children but you taught us well
And when you think you can
I'll be waiting for you
You'll get back to me won't you?
When you're ready
Please don't keep it to yourself
I can't help you till you're ready
When you're ready...
The song "Ready" by Charles Webster is a soulful ballad that speaks to the listener's innermost fears and struggles. The lyrics reflect a deep understanding of the human condition, and the song seems to be an invitation to open up and share one's innermost thoughts and feelings with someone who cares.
The first lines of the song, "This song ain't about your sex sugar/No no you know it's good" suggest that the song is not about sexual desire or physical attraction. Instead, the lyrics ask the listener to open up and share their emotional pain, asking "Tell me 'bout what's keepin' you at night/Why you're so misunderstood."
The chorus, "When you're ready/Please don't keep it to yourself/I can't help you till you're ready/When you're ready," is a plea to the listener to come forward and seek help. The song seems to be saying that it's okay to be vulnerable, that everyone has struggles, and that the first step to overcoming them is to let someone else know what's going on inside.
Overall, "Ready" is a powerful song that speaks to the human experience in a way that is both compassionate and understanding. The lyrics are insightful and emotive, and the melody is hauntingly beautiful.
Line by Line Meaning
This song ain't about your sex sugar
The subject matter of this song is not focused on your sexual life
No no you know it's good
Don't worry, the song is still good despite not being about your sex life
Tell me 'bout what's keepin' you at night
I'm interested to hear what troubles you and keeps you up at night
Why you're so misunderstood
I want to understand why people find you difficult to comprehend
Did you spend all your money
Have you fully depleted your financial resources?
Are you sick
Are you currently experiencing any illnesses or medical complications?
Are you guilty in some hell?
Do you feel guilty about something and believe you may be punished?
Did you hurt someone?
Have you caused harm or pain to another person?
I can take it
I am willing and capable of hearing and processing whatever information you choose to share with me
I'm here if you need to tell
I am available to listen if you feel the need to divulge something
When you're ready
Only share when you feel comfortable and ready
Did they tell you you're not interesting?
Were you informed that you are not entertaining or captivating?
You're so full of color they're a damn lie!
You are vibrant and dynamic, anyone who says otherwise is wrong
Did you fall into your put again?
Have you relapsed into a negative or destructive pattern?
Well you know it's just a matter of time until you get out!
I believe that you will of escape the adverse situation in due time
Oh! did you have to cut us off?
Did you have to sever connections with us?
Was it more than you could bare?
Did the situation become too overwhelming for you?
We were not your children but you taught us well
Even though we were not your offspring, you still had a major impact on our upbringing
And when you think you can
When you are confident in your ability
I'll be waiting for you
I will be available for you to lean on
You'll get back to me won't you?
I hope that you will return to me for support
Please don't keep it to yourself
Please do not bottle up your emotions and thoughts
I can't help you till you're ready
Until you are ready to share and accept help, I am unable to assist you
When you're ready...
Remember that I am here when you feel comfortable sharing
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHARLES WEBSTER, TERRA DEVA MCNAIR, Terra Mc Nair
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