Following a self-released debut single From the Cradle to the Grave (Aural Assault, 1980) the band joined Factory Records. Singles Not What I Expected (Factory, 1980) and Live on a Hot August Night (Factory Benelux, 1981, produced by Martin Hannett) preceded the album The Plateau Phase (Factory Benelux, 1981), and final single Sexus (also Factory Benelux, 1981).
The band played several dozen live dates in the north of England and London, as well as a short European tour with Factory Records labelmates Section 25 in January 1982. Previously in April 1980 singer Alan Hempsall had also appeared on stage with Joy Division at Bury Derby Hall (UK), a performance which ultimately descended into a riot.
Crispy Ambulance disbanded late in 1982, leaving behind Fin, a live album of late period songs not recorded in the studio. A further posthumous album Frozen Blood included their 1981 BBC radio session for the John Peel programme. The four members carried on for a short time as Ram Ram Kino, releasing the single Advantage, on Temple Records.
The original line-up of Crispy Ambulance reformed in 1999, and went on to release two studio albums produced by Graham Massey of 808 State. The group also undertook a short tour of North America in November 2002.
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Are You Ready?
Crispy Ambulance Lyrics
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Wish for something special
Let it be me, my love is free
Sing a song to yourself
Think of someone listening
One melody, you're all for me
If you let me love you
I'll paint a masterpiece just for you to see
If you let me love you, let me love you
Are you ready, are you ready for love
Yes, I am, are you
Are you ready, are you ready for love
Yes I am, are you
Are you ready, are you ready for love
You're the one like the sun
Shine your love around me
You'll always be the one for me
Say the word and I'll be there
Loving you forever
Don't let me go, just say it's so
We'll hear the music ring
From the mountain tops to the valley below us
We'll serenade the world with a lullaby
So the angels will know us
Angels will know us
Are you ready, are you ready for love
Yes, I am, are you?
Are you ready, are you ready for love
Yes I am, yes I am, yes I am, yes I am, yes I am
Are you ready, are you ready for love
Yes, I am, are you
Are you ready, are you ready for love
Yes I am, are you
Are you ready, are you ready for love
Yes, I am, are you
Are you ready, are you ready for love
Yes I am, are you
Are you ready, are you ready for love
Yes, I am, are you
Are you ready, are you ready for love
Yes I am, are you
The lyrics to Crispy Ambulance's song "Are You Ready?" seem to be a declaration of love and devotion to someone special. The singer is expressing their willingness to go to great lengths to show their love and make their significant other happy. They offer to catch a star and wish for something special, hoping that it will be them that receives their love. They promise to write a symphony and paint a masterpiece just for this one person, showing how much they would be willing to give of themselves.
The chorus asks if the person is ready for love, and the answer is yes for both parties. The singer compares their lover to the sun, shining love around them and always being the one for them. They promise to always be there, loving them forever and hoping they won't be let go. The song ends with a beautiful image of music ringing from mountaintops to the valley below, serenading the world with a lullaby so the angels will know them.
Overall, these lyrics paint a picture of a deep and meaningful love that the singer is hoping will be reciprocated. They are willing to do anything to show their emotions and make the person they love feel special and cherished.
Line by Line Meaning
Catch a star if you can
Try to achieve something great, like capturing a star from the sky.
Wish for something special
Hope for something unique and exceptional in your life.
Let it be me, my love is free
Allow me to be the one you choose to love, and my love is unconditional and without cost.
Sing a song to yourself
Create a melody for yourself and enjoy it privately.
Think of someone listening
Imagine someone who would appreciate and enjoy the music you make.
One melody, you're all for me
Just one simple tune is all it takes to capture my heart.
I'll write a symphony just for you and me
I promise to create something epic and beautiful just for the two of us to share.
If you let me love you
Only if you allow me to show my affection towards you.
I'll paint a masterpiece just for you to see
I'll pour my heart and soul into a work of art that you can appreciate and adore.
Let me love you, let me love you
Please give me the chance to express my love and devotion to you.
Are you ready, are you ready for love
Are you fully prepared and willing to accept and reciprocate love?
Yes, I am, are you
I am indeed ready, and are you ready too?
You're the one like the sun
You are the shining light and source of warmth in my life.
Shine your love around me
Please share your love and happiness with me, brightening my life.
You'll always be the one for me
You will always hold a special place in my heart.
Say the word and I'll be there
Just tell me what you need, and I'll be there for you.
Loving you forever
My love for you will never die or fade away with time.
Don't let me go, just say it's so
Please don't end the relationship, tell me you want to stay together.
We'll hear the music ring
We can sing and create music together, and it will resonate throughout our surroundings.
From the mountain tops to the valley below us
The sound will travel from the highest peaks to the deepest valleys around us.
We'll serenade the world with a lullaby
We'll enchant and soothe the entire world with our beautiful music.
So the angels will know us
Our musical talents will be admired and recognized even by angels themselves.
Yes I am, yes I am, yes I am, yes I am, yes I am
I am definitely ready for love, and I repeat it five times to emphasize my readiness.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: THOM BELL, LEROY BELL, CASEY JAMES
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