Smith's debut studio album, In the Lonely Hour, was released in May 2014 on Capitol Records UK. The album's lead single, "Lay Me Down", was released prior to "La La La". The album's second single, "Money on My Mind", became Smith's second number one single in the UK. The third single, "Stay with Me", was an international success, reaching number one in the UK and number two on the US Billboard Hot 100, while their singles "I'm Not the Only One" and "Like I Can" reached the top ten in the UK. The album won four awards, at the 57th Annual Grammy Awards, including Best Pop Vocal Album, Best New Artist, Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and nominations for Album of the Year and Best Pop Solo Performance.
For Smith's and Jimmy Napes's song "Writing's on the Wall", the theme for the James Bond film Spectre (2015), Smith won the Golden Globe Award and the Academy Award for Best Original Song. Smith's second studio album, The Thrill of It All, was released in November 2017 and debuted atop the UK and US album charts. The lead single, "Too Good at Goodbyes", reached number one in the UK and Australia and number four in the US. They released the single "Promises" with Calvin Harris, which peaked at number one in the UK. Smith released "Dancing with a Stranger" with Normani in 2019, which reached the top ten in the UK and the US and was nominated for Song of the Year at the 2020 Brit Awards, and followed it by releasing a string of commercially successful singles "How Do You Sleep?", "To Die For" and "I'm Ready" with Demi Lovato; all of which feature on Smith's third album, Love Goes.
Smith has won four Grammy Awards, three Brit Awards, three Billboard Music Awards, and an American Music Award, as well as a Golden Globe and an Academy Award through their career. Smith has been publicly gay since 2014, genderqueer since 2017, and has used they/them pronouns since 2019.
I'm Ready
Sam Smith Lyrics
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I've been waitin' patiently for a beautiful lover
He's not a cheater, a believer
He's a warm, warm blooded achiever
It's a lonely night in my bed in the heat of the summer, uh
It's so hard when you're with someone
Your heart breaks and it ain't no fun
I'm ready, I'm ready
I'm ready, I'm ready
For someone to love me (for someone to love me)
I'm ready (I'm ready)
I'm ready (I'm ready)
I'm ready (I'm ready)
I'm ready (I'm ready)
For someone to love me
For someone to love me
Ooh yeah
It's a hot night in my head in the chill of the winter
No, I've been lookin' hard for a lover disguised as a sinner
No, not a cheater, a redeemer
He's a cold, cold blooded defeater
It's a hot night in my head in the chill of the winter, no
It's so hard when you're with someone
Your heart breaks and it ain't no fun
But I gotta take that risk tonight
I'm ready, I'm ready
I'm ready, I'm ready
For someone to love me (for someone to love me)
I'm ready (I'm ready)
I'm ready (I'm ready)
I'm ready (I'm ready)
I'm ready (I'm ready)
For someone to love me
For someone to love me, yeah
(I'm ready)
(I'm ready)
(I'm ready)
(I'm ready)
Oh, oh
Oh, oh
It's a cold night in my bed in the heat of the summer
No, I've been lookin' hard for a lover disguised as a sinner
I'm ready (I'm ready)
I'm ready (I'm ready)
I'm ready (I'm ready)
I'm ready (I'm ready)
For someone to love me (for someone to love me)
I'm ready (I'm ready)
I'm ready (I'm ready)
I'm ready (I'm ready)
I'm ready (I'm ready)
For someone to love me
For someone to love me
The song "I'm Ready" by Sam Smith is all about the longing for love and companionship. The opening lines of the song state that it's a cold night in bed during the heat of the summer, which is a direct contradiction. This highlights that the artist is experiencing an internal conflict that juxtaposes the external environment. The use of temperature as a contrast, between the heat of the summer and the cold in the bed, sets the tone for the whole song. The energy of the song radiates with the singer's desperation to find his true love.
The singer feels lonely at night and wants someone to share the bed with. The lyrics focused on how hard it is to be with the wrong person and then introduces the idea of the artist needing to take a significant risk to find someone to love him. The second verse of the song describes the artist's search for the perfect lover disguised as a sinner, which is an enticing concept. Someone who may not necessarily seem perfect but has the potential to be the perfect match for the artist.
The chorus is simple yet powerful, reflecting the artist's readiness for a partner. The repeated lines of "I'm ready" signify the artist's determination to find someone to love, leaving no room for ambiguity. The lyrics of the song capture the essence of the artist's longing for a romantic partner, resonating with many people who seek companionship.
Line by Line Meaning
It's a cold night in my bed in the heat of the summer
Despite the hot weather, I feel chilled and lonely in bed.
I've been waitin' patiently for a beautiful lover
I've been looking for a loving and attractive partner for a long time.
He's not a cheater, a believer
The person I want to be with is honest and trustworthy.
He's a warm, warm blooded achiever
My lover is passionate and accomplished in his pursuits.
It's a lonely night in my bed in the heat of the summer, uh
I feel sad and alone despite the lively summer atmosphere.
It's so hard when you're with someone
Being in a relationship can be difficult and painful.
Your heart breaks and it ain't no fun
Experiencing heartbreak is never enjoyable.
But I gotta take that risk tonight
I know I need to take a chance on love, even if it means facing potential heartbreak.
I'm ready, I'm ready
I'm emotionally prepared for a relationship.
For someone to love me (for someone to love me)
I crave the affection and love of a partner.
It's a hot night in my head in the chill of the winter
My thoughts and feelings are intense and passionate despite the cold winter weather.
No, I've been lookin' hard for a lover disguised as a sinner
I've been searching for someone who may appear questionable or mischievous on the surface, but is still a good person at heart.
No, not a cheater, a redeemer
My ideal partner is not someone who is unfaithful, but rather someone who can save me and bring me happiness.
He's a cold, cold blooded defeater
My lover is decisive and determined, even in difficult circumstances.
I'm ready (I'm ready) / For someone to love me
I am open and eager to love and be loved by someone.
Oh, oh
Expressing a momentary emotional reaction or excitement.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Demitria Lovato, Ilya Salmanzadeh, Peter Svensson, Sam Smith, Savan Kotecha
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@silvermorabe492
It's a cold night in my bed in the heat of the summer
I've been waitin' patiently for a beautiful lover
He's not a cheater, a believer
He's a warm, warm blooded achiever
It's a lonely night in my bed in the heat of the summer, uh
It's so hard when you're with someone
Your heart breaks and it ain't no fun
But I gotta take that risk tonight
I'm ready, I'm ready
I'm ready, I'm ready
For someone to love me (for someone to love me)
I'm ready (I'm ready)
I'm ready (I'm ready)
I'm ready (I'm ready)
I'm ready (I'm ready)
For someone to love me
For someone to love me
Ooh yeah
It's a hot night in my head in the chill of the winter
No, I've been lookin' hard for a lover disguised as a sinner
No, not a cheater, a redeemer
He's a cold, cold blooded defeater
It's a hot night in my head in the chill of the winter, no
It's so hard when you're with someone
Your heart breaks and it ain't no fun
But I gotta take that risk tonight
I'm ready, I'm ready
I'm ready, I'm ready
For someone to love me (for someone to love me)
I'm ready (I'm ready)
I'm ready (I'm ready)
I'm ready (I'm ready)
I'm ready (I'm ready)
For someone to love me
For someone to love me, yeah
Oh, oh
Oh, oh
It's a cold night in my bed in the heat of the summer
No, I've been lookin' hard for a lover disguised as a sinner
I'm ready (I'm ready)
I'm ready (I'm ready)
I'm ready (I'm ready)
I'm ready (I'm ready)
For someone to love me (for someone to love me)
I'm ready (I'm ready)
I'm ready (I'm ready)
I'm ready (I'm ready)
I'm ready (I'm ready)
For someone to love me
For someone to love me
@wly8735
It's a cold night in my bed
Está uma noite fria na minha cama
In the heat of the summer
No calor do verão
I've been waiting patiently for a beautiful lover
Eu tenho esperado pacientemente por um lindo amante
He's not a cheater, a believer
Ele não é um trapaceiro, um crente
He's warm, warm blooded achiever
Ele é quente, empreendedor de sangue quente
It's a lonely night in my bed in the heat of the summer, ooh
É uma noite solitária na minha cama no calor do verão, ooh
It's so hard when you're with someone
É tão difícil quando você está com alguém
Your heart breaks and it ain't no fun
Seu coração se parte e não é divertido
But I gotta take that risk tonight
Mas eu tenho que correr esse risco hoje à noite
[Chorus: Sam Smith, Demi Lovato & Both]
[Refrão: Sam Smith, Demi Lovato e ambos]
I'm ready, I'm ready, I'm ready, I'm ready
Estou pronto, estou pronto, estou pronto, estou pronto
For someone to love me, for someone to love me
Para alguém me amar, para alguém me amar
I'm ready (I'm ready), I'm ready (I'm ready)
Estou pronto (estou pronto), estou pronto (estou pronto)
I'm ready (I'm ready), I'm ready (I'm ready)
Estou pronto (estou pronto), estou pronto (estou pronto)
For someone to love me, for someone to love me
Para alguém me amar, para alguém me amar
Ooh, yeah
Ooh sim
It's a hot night in my head in the chill of the winter
É uma noite quente na minha cabeça no frio do inverno
No, I've been lookin' hard for a lover disguised as a sinner
Não, estou procurando muito por um amante disfarçado de pecador
No, not a cheater, a redeemer
Não, não um trapaceiro, um redentor
He's a cold, cold blooded defeater
Ele é um derrotador de sangue frio
It's a hot night in my head in the chill of the winter, no
É uma noite quente na minha cabeça no frio do inverno, não
It's so hard when you're with someone
É tão difícil quando você está com alguém
Your heart breaks and it ain't no fun
Seu coração se parte e não é divertido
But I gotta take that risk tonight
Mas eu tenho que correr esse risco hoje à noite
[Chorus: Sam Smith, Demi Lovato & Both]
[Refrão: Sam Smith, Demi Lovato e ambos]
I'm ready, I'm ready, I'm ready, I'm ready
Estou pronto, estou pronto, estou pronto, estou pronto
For someone to love me, for someone to love me
Para alguém me amar, para alguém me amar
I'm ready (I'm ready), I'm ready (I'm ready)
Estou pronto (estou pronto), estou pronto (estou pronto)
I'm ready (I'm ready), I'm ready (I'm ready)
Estou pronto (estou pronto), estou pronto (estou pronto)
For someone to love me, for someone to love me
Para alguém me amar, para alguém me amar
I'm ready, I'm ready, I'm ready, I'm ready
Estou pronto, estou pronto, estou pronto, estou pronto
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, ho, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, ho, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, ho, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, ho, oh
It's a cold night in my bed in the heat of the summer
Está uma noite fria na minha cama no calor do verão
No, I've been lookin' hard for a lover disguised as a sinner
Não, estou procurando muito por um amante disfarçado de pecador
I'm ready (I'm ready), I'm ready (I'm ready)
Estou pronto (estou pronto), estou pronto (estou pronto)
I'm ready (I'm ready), I'm ready (I'm ready)
Estou pronto (estou pronto), estou pronto (estou pronto)
For someone to love me, for someone to love me
Para alguém me amar, para alguém me amar
I'm ready (I'm ready), I'm ready (I'm ready)
Estou pronto (estou pronto), estou pronto (estou pronto)
I'm ready (I'm ready), I'm ready (I'm ready)
Estou pronto (estou pronto), estou pronto (estou pronto)
For someone to love me, for someone to love me
Para alguém me amar, para alguém me amar
@jeanneumann950
LYRIC\LETRA:
It's a cold night in my bed in the heat of the summer
I've been waitin' patiently for a beautiful lover
He's not a cheater, a believer
He's a warm, warm-blooded achiever
It's a lonely night in my bed in the heat of the summer
Oh
It's so hard when you're with someone
Your heart breaks and it ain't no fun
But I gotta take that risk tonight
I'm ready, I'm ready, I'm ready, I'm ready
For someone to love me (For someone to love me)
I'm ready (I'm ready), I'm ready (I'm ready)
I'm ready (I'm ready), I'm ready (I'm ready)
For someone to love me, for someone to love me
Ooh, yeah
It's a hot night in my head in the chill of the winter
No, I've been lookin' hard for a lover disguised as a sinner
No, not a cheater, a redeemer
He's a cold, cold blooded defeater
It's a hot night in my head in the chill of the winter, no
It's so hard when you're with someone
Your heart breaks and it ain't no fun
But I gotta take that risk tonight
I'm ready, I'm ready, I'm ready, I'm ready
For someone to love me (For someone to love me)
I'm ready (I'm ready), I'm ready (I'm ready)
I'm ready (I'm ready), I'm ready (I'm ready)
For someone to love me, for someone to love me
I'm ready, I'm ready, I'm ready, I'm ready
It's a cold night in my bed in the heat of the summer
No, I've been lookin' hard for a lover disguised as a sinner
I'm ready (I'm ready), I'm ready (I'm ready)
I'm ready (I'm ready), I'm ready (I'm ready)
For someone to love me (For someone to love me)
I'm ready (I'm ready), I'm ready (I'm ready)
I'm ready (I'm ready), I'm ready (I'm ready)
For someone to love me, for someone to love me
@samsmith
Demi and I are so excited to share this song with you. I’ve never had so much fun creating and releasing a single before, it was amazing to work with Demi and all the amazing writers in the studio through to creating our very own queer Olympics for the video. We created the song surrounded by love and happiness and the outcome feels incredibly powerful so I hope that right now, in this unsettling and sad time, this makes you smile. Sing it with us from the top of your voice! xx
@nandi522
SAM SMITH you are everything ❤️❤️
@elizarossier5048
Thank you for everything!
@anjali.sebastian
Love love love to you, Sam & Demi!
@mequi99
Lovee youuu both😭❤
@ismaeelali9485
Thanks for everything!!!
@user-zj3ky5xt7g
Olympics 2020: cancelled
Sam and Demi: no it ain't
@topmusicanitta
See the I'm ready instrumental here on my channel please ❤️😘
@sebastianruedabermudez4771
😂😂😂
@AntonioIniguezDP94
En español suena mejor:
Sam y Demi: No mi ciela 😂