Released 2013 Length 3:47 | Format Digital download | |
Genre Power popindie popdubstep Label AJRLiberatorWarner Bros. Writer(s) Adam MetJack MetRyan Met | ||
"I'm Ready" is the debut single by American indie pop band AJR. Originally appearing on the band's debut EP 6foot1 (later renamed I'm Ready), the song appears on the band's debut album Living Room.
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The song charted best internationally in Australia, where it peaked at number five and was certified multi-platinum. It reached number 65 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2014, and was certified platinum in 2015.
Music and production
The song employs a notable sample of SpongeBob SquarePants saying "I'm ready!" from the eponymous animated television series' debut episode "Help Wanted".
Usage in media
The song played in the trailer and TV spot for the 2015 film Trainwreck, which stars actress/comedian Amy Schumer and actor Bill Hader, as well as celebrity athletes John Cena and LeBron James. "I'm Ready" is also often associated with YouTuber TBJZL (Tobi Brown) who uses a clip of the song in his introduction to his videos.