Eight artists go by the name Wax:
1. A pop group active in between 1985 … Read Full Bio ↴Eight artists go by the name Wax:
1. A pop group active in between 1985 and 1988 consisting of American singer-songwriter Andrew Gold and British singer Graham Gouldman of 10cc fame.
2. An American creative/experimental Hip Hop/Rap/Acoustic artist.
3. An American Pop Punk band known for the 1995 song California
4. A female South Korean singer active in the 2000s (see: 왁스)
5. An alias of Dutch dance producer Robert Meijer
6. A short lived Swedish punk band active in the early 1980s
7. A Japanese rapper from the group SD Junksta
8. An alias of German techno artist Shed.

1. - Wax was the union of veteran musicians Andrew Gold and Graham Gouldman, which produced several albums in the 1980s. Gold, the son of Academy Award-winning composer Ernest Gold and Marni Nixon (who had handled the singing for, among others, Natalie Wood in West Side Story), had been a member of Linda Ronstadt's band and found success as a solo artist and songwriter in the '70s. Gouldman had been a solo artist as well as a member of Hotlegs and 10cc.

In 1986, Wax released their debut, Magnetic Heaven, which spent nearly three months on the U.S. album charts, spawning the hit "Right Between the Eyes," which just failed to reach the Top 40, peaking at number 43. Two more albums by the duo followed, 1987's American English, which contained the successful European single "Bridge to Your Heart," and 1989's A Hundred Thousand in Fresh Notes. The latter two records failed to achieve sales of the debut and, by the beginning of the '90s, both Gold and Gouldman had moved on to other efforts; the former, in the singer/songwriter collaboration Bryndle; the latter, participating in a reunion with his 10cc mates.

2. - Wax is an American rapper/singer. He was one of the first "YouTube rappers", posting various songs and freestyles on the website since 2007. In 2008, he released Liquid Courage, his debut solo full-length album. He signed to Def Jam Records on March 2011, releasing his album "Scrublife" under the label, before parting ways with Def Jam in August 2012 due to creative differences. In early 2013, he released a new album "Continue"; in late 2015, he released "Livin' Foul", another studio album. His YouTube channel has over 99 million views (as of Oct. 30, 2018). He has frequently collaborated with other West Coast artists such as Dumbfoundead,Anderson .Paak, and Watsky. He has
also recorded music as part of the groups Wax and EOM, Clockwise and Wax and Herbal T, and was the lead singer of band Macgregor.

3. - Wax is a rock band based in San José, California. They are best known for the MTV "buzz clip" song, and the videoclip of their song "California," directed by Spike Jonze. The band contributed a cover of Ren & Stimpy's "Happy Happy, Joy Joy" for the compilation Saturday Morning: Cartoons' Greatest Hits and their song "Mallrats" was included in the soundtrack for the Kevin Smith film Mallrats. In the 1996 movie Bio-Dome, the band can be seen performing "He´s a Whore", "Do You Wanna Dance?", and "Your Intelligence". Loomis Fall went on to appear on Jackass the TV series and both Jackass films. The band reunited in July of 2009.

4. - 왁스 (Wax) is a female rock singer in South Korea. She debuted in 2000 with the single "Oppa" and has had seven albums (one marketed overseas) and two compilations.

5. - Wax is also one of the aliases of Robert Meijer - Dutch electronic dance music producer, active in early '90s.

6. - Wax was a punk band based in Gävle, Sweden between 1982-1983. Wax was little of a fun band. Later members from the band created the group Los Bohemos.
They are best known for the song "Punken är inte död" (punk Is Not Dead).
Eva - Vocals
Peter "Gummi" Kvist - Guitar
Megasen (Benny Buse) - Bass
Mikal "Micka" Forsberg - Drums
Discography:
* "Punk & Kärlek" (Punk & Love)
Compilation:
Six songs on the punk compilation "Varning för punk" (Warning for Punk)

Ready Or Not
Wax Lyrics

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The time has come for you to fly on your own
You don't have to be afraid
We'll always be here to catch you when you fall
Yes you're all grown up today

So ready or not
Time to break out
Out of your shell into the blue

Spread your wings across the sky
Ready or not
Time to find out
What does the future hold for you
Fly away fly away fly away

The time has come for you to open your eyes
There's a brand new world to see
You've got the power to face it on your own
And fulfill your destiny

So ready or not
Time to break out
Out of your shell into the blue
Spread your wings across the sky
Ready or not
Time to find out
What does the future hold for you
Fly away fly away fly away

You gotta spread your wings
Spread your wings
Fly away and cast your fate to the wind

Remember don't look back
Don't you ever look back
Let the moment carry you

So ready or not
Time to break out
Out of your shell into the blue
Spread your wings across the sky
Ready or not
Time to find out
What does the future hold for you
Fly away fly away fly away

Fly away fly away fly away

Overall Meaning

The song "Ready Or Not" by Wax brings a message of self-discovery and self-reliance, as well as a warning that growth requires leaving one's comfort zone. The lyrics tell the story of someone who has reached a level of maturity where it is time to venture out into the world and explore new things, although it can be daunting. Still, the singer reassures the listener that they can still count on their loved ones' support throughout their journey. However, ultimately, they must take the leap and find out what the future holds for them.

The title, "Ready Or Not," hints at the fact that the journey ahead may not be easy or expected, but the singer emphasizes that it is a rite of passage that must be faced sooner or later. As the lyrics progress, the singer urges the listener to be brave and fearless, to open their eyes and take in the beauty of the world, and to trust that they have the inner strength to face the challenges ahead. The encouragement to "fly away and cast your fate to the wind" brings a sense of liberation from fear and stagnation, and a reminder that life is full of possibilities if we dare to seize them.

Overall, "Ready Or Not" is a powerful anthem about stepping into the unknown, taking hold of one's destiny, and discovering what one is truly capable of achieving. Its message is not only apt for young people about to embark on a new stage in their lives, but for anyone feeling stuck or in need of a push to break out of their comfort zone.

Line by Line Meaning

The time has come for you to fly on your own
You're ready to start your own journey

You don't have to be afraid
You have the support you need to succeed

We'll always be here to catch you when you fall
You have a safety net in case anything goes wrong

Yes you're all grown up today
You're ready to take on the world on your own terms

Time to break out
It's time to step out of your comfort zone

Out of your shell into the blue
Leave your familiar surroundings and explore the unknown

Spread your wings across the sky
Take on new challenges and soar to new heights

Time to find out
Discover what you're truly capable of

What does the future hold for you
Opportunities are endless, decide your own path

You gotta spread your wings
You have the ability to take charge and make things happen

Fly away and cast your fate to the wind
Embrace the unknown, take risks and trust the journey