Taylor Swift

Lyrics

[Verse 1]
Knew he was a killer first time that I saw him
Wondered how many girls he had loved and left haunted
But if he's a ghost, then I can be a phantom
Holdin' him for ransom, some
Some boys are tryin' too hard, he don't try at all, though
Younger than my exes, but he act like such a man, so
I see nothing better, I keep him forever
Like a vendetta-ta

[Pre-Chorus]
I, I, I see how this is gon' go
Touch me and you'll never be alone
I-Island breeze and lights down low
No one has to know

[Chorus]
In the middle of the night, in my dreams
You should see the things we do, baby, mmm
In the middle of the night, in my dreams
I know I'm gonna be with you, so I take my time
Are you ready for it?

[Verse 2]
Knew I was a robber first time that he saw me
Stealing hearts and running off and never sayin' sorry
But if I'm a thief, then he can join the heist, and
We'll move to an island, and
And he can be my jailer, Burton to this Taylor
Every love I've known in comparison is a failure
I forget their names now, I'm so very tame now
Never be the same now, now
[Pre-Chorus]
I, I, I see how this is gon' go
Touch me and you'll never be alone
I-Island breeze and lights down low
No one has to know (No one has to know)

[Chorus]
In the middle of the night, in my dreams
You should see the things we do, baby, mmm
In the middle of the night in my dreams
I know I'm gonna be with you, so I take my time
Are you ready for it?
Oh, are you ready for it?

[Refrain]
Baby, let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Baby, let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin

[Pre-Chorus]
I, I, I see how this is gon' go
Touch me and you'll never be alone
I-Island breeze and lights down low
No one has to know
[Chorus]
In the middle of the night (Night), in my dreams (My dreams)
You should see the things we do (We do), baby (Baby), mmm (Eh)
In the middle of the night, in my dreams (My dreams)
I know I'm gonna be with you (I know I'm gonna be with you), so I take my time
In the middle of the night

[Refrain]
Baby, let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Are you ready for it?
Baby, let the games begin
Let the games begin
Let the games begin
Are you ready for it?

Just a few months after releasing her hit single “Look What You Made Me Do,” Taylor Swift teased her new album, reputation, with a debut of the song “…Ready for It?” during a college football game between Florida State and Alabama. This song is the first promotional single from her sixth album and was also featured in an ABC ad after its TV debut. With its dark, luscious production and sexually suggestive lyrics, fans were reminded of Swift’s song “I Know Places” from the 1989 album.

About ...Ready for It?

“...Ready for It?” may be one of Taylor Swift’s most popular songs to date. With its futuristic sound, catchy verses, and unforgettable chorus, it remains a staple in her setlists even years after its initial release. Perhaps what’s most impressive about this track is its ability to maintain Swift’s signature sound while taking on new influences.

The song kicks off with an electronic beat paired with Swift’s vocals. The verses have a seductive quality, with Swift singing about her romantic desires. But it’s the chorus–in true Taylor Swift fashion–that steals the show. It’s catchy, upbeat, and memorable. Fans can’t help but sing along with lines like “In the middle of the night, in my dreams / You should see the things we do, baby” and “Are you ready for it?”

When it comes to the lyrics, “...Ready for It?” is arguably one of the more sexually suggestive songs in Swift’s discography. Lines like “Knew he was a killer first time that I saw him” and “Younger than my exes but he act like such a man, so” allude to a more mature and sexual relationship. This fits well with the album’s theme of Swift’s “reputation” and her desire to present herself as a more mature and complex artist.

The production on this song is just as impressive as Swift’s vocals. With its electronic beats and futuristic sounds, it’s a far cry from her earlier country music career. Instead, listeners are transported to a dark and seductive world where anything is possible.

In contrast to Swift’s previous single, “Look What You Made Me Do,” “…Ready for It?” is more similar to the songs from her album 1989. Swift has always been known for her ability to switch up her sound from album to album while still maintaining her signature style and “…Ready for It?” is no exception. With its upbeat chorus and electronic production, it’s easy to see why fans gravitated towards this song from the very beginning.

Overall, “…Ready for It?” is a stellar addition to Taylor Swift’s discography and serves as a promising introduction to her sixth studio album. It’s a song that proves she’s not afraid to take risks and experiment with her sound, all while maintaining the essence of what makes her music so special. Whether it’s the catchy chorus, seductive lyrics, or futuristic production, “…Ready for It?” is a song that will surely stand the test of time.

• Release Date: September 3, 2017
• Artist: Taylor Swift