Thorogood cut his debut album titled Better Than the Rest in 1974, and released it that same year. In the autumn of 1976 he recorded his second album, the eponymous George Thorogood with his band, The Destroyers (sometimes also known as The Delaware Destroyers) and issued the album in 1977. Thorogood released his next album entitled Move It On Over in the autumn of 1978 with The Destroyers, which included the hit "Move It On Over" in 1978. "Please Set A Date" and "Who Do You Love" both followed in 1979.
During the 1980s, and 1990s, Thorogood recorded some of his most well known works, Bad To The Bone (used to great effect during the bar scene in Terminator 2: Judgment Day), "I Drink Alone" (from his Maverick album), "You Talk Too Much", and "If You Don't Start Drinking, I'm Gonna Leave".
Thorogood is best known for his animated stage presence and loud, raucous electric guitar playing. He is also known as "Lonesome George".
I'm Ready
George Thorogood Lyrics
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I'm ready, I'm willin', and I'm able to rock and roll all night
Come on, pretty baby, we gonna rock, we gonna roll until the broad daylight
Because I'm ready
And I'm able
I'm willin' and I'm able
So you better come and go with me
Talkin' on the phone is not my speed
Don't send me no letter `cause I can't read
Don't be long `cause I'll be gone
We gonna rock and roll all night long
`Cause I'm ready, I'm willin', and I'm able to rock and roll all night
I'm ready, I'm willin', and I'm able to rock and roll all night
Come on, pretty baby, we gonna rock, we gonna roll until tomorrow night
Talkin' on the phone is not my speed
Don't send me no letter `cause I can't read
Don't be long `cause I'll be gone
We gonna rock and roll all night long
`Cause I'm ready, I'm willin', and I'm able to rock and roll all night
I'm ready, I'm willin', and I'm able to rock and roll all night
Come on, pretty baby, we gonna rock, we gonna roll until tomorrow night
The lyrics of "I'm Ready" by George Thorogood & The Destroyers is all about the readiness of the singer to rock and roll all night. The repetition of "I'm ready, I'm willin', and I'm able to rock and roll all night" emphasizes that the singer is fully prepared for a night of partying and music. The singer then calls for a partner to join him in his escapades, stating that they will rock and roll until broad daylight.
The lyrics also highlight the singer's distaste for non-direct communication such as talking on the phone or receiving letters as he can't read. He emphasizes that time is of the essence because he will not wait for too long before leaving for his night of fun. The song's upbeat tune and lively guitar riffs make it clear that the focus here is solely on having a good time.
Overall, "I'm Ready" portrays the carefree attitude of the singer, who is more than eager to let loose and party all night long.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, I'm ready, I'm willin', and I'm able to rock and roll all night
I am prepared, eager, and capable of engaging in high-energy rock and roll music throughout the entire night.
Come on, pretty baby, we gonna rock, we gonna roll until the broad daylight
Let's go, my attractive companion, we will rock and roll with great enthusiasm until sunrise.
Talkin' on the phone is not my speed
Having long conversations over the telephone is not something I find enjoyable or desirable.
Don't send me no letter `cause I can't read
Sending me written communication will not be effective because I am illiterate and cannot read.
Don't be long `cause I'll be gone
Don't take too much time because I will leave soon.
We gonna rock and roll all night long
We are going to engage in energetic rock and roll music for the entire night.
'Cause I'm ready, I'm willin', and I'm able to rock and roll all night
Because I am fully prepared, eager, and capable of participating in lively rock and roll music for hours.
Come on, pretty baby, we gonna rock, we gonna roll until tomorrow night
Let's go, my attractive companion, we will continue to enjoy high-energy rock and roll music until tomorrow night.
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Written by: Willie Dixon
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