Gettin' Ready for Love

Diana Ross

About Gettin' Ready for Love

"Gettin' Ready for Love" is a 1977 hit song by Diana Ross. It was the first single from her Baby It's Me LP. The song reached #27 on the U. S. Billboard Hot 100 and #29 in Canada. It also charted in the UK, reaching #23. "Gettin' Ready for Love" was a much bigger hit on the Adult Contemporary charts of both the U. S. and Canada, peaking at #8 in the U. S. and #6 in Canada. The song features an alto sax solo and strings, at the bridge.


Year:
1977
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I sit by the telephone
Waiting for you to call me
And when I'm alone in the night
The blues start to fall on me
Baby, I'm waiting for you
And all that's on my mind
Is what I'm gonna do

My friends say I'm crazy
And I'm wasting my time on you
I'm breaking the rules
And I'm way out of line it's true
Baby, one night with you
And they'd be goin' crazy too

I'm getting ready for love
Brand new start
Here's my heart
I'm getting ready for love
I can feel
This time it's real

All I keep thinkin' about
Is the way that you do to me
Baby, the wonder of you
Has made the wonderful come true

I'm getting ready for love
Brand new start
Here's my heart
I'm getting ready for love
I can feel
This time it's real

I'm under your spell
Of that I'm sure
You can tell

Sailin' along on a breeze
Ooh, I'm flying
Ooh, I'm skying

I'm getting ready for love
Brand new start
Here's my heart
I'm getting ready for love
I can feel
This time it's real

I'm getting ready for love
Yes, I am
Yes, I am
I'm getting ready for love

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Diana Ross

Diana Ross is a Grammy Lifetime Award Winning entertainer and actress. She was born on March 26, 1944 to Fred and Ernestine Ross. Her birth name was Diane Ernestine Earle Ross. She is known for being the lead vocalist of the Supremes, who were Motown’a best selling act during the 1960’s and is one of the greatest girl groups of all time. Diana Ross is the mother of 5 children; Tracee Ellis Ross, Rhonda Ross Kendricks, Evan Ross, Ross Näess, and Chudney Ross. She has starred in many movies including Lady Sings The Blues, Mahogany, The Wiz, Double Platinum, and etc. She has 6 number ones, has made 116 singles, and has 25 studio albums. more »

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Written by: FRANNE GOLDE, TOM SNOW

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, KAREN SCHAUBEN PUBLISHING ADMINISTRATION

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12 facts about this song

Release Details
"Gettin' Ready for Love" is a song by Diana Ross, released by the Motown label in 1977.
Album Inclusion
This song is a single from Diana Ross's "Baby It's Me" album, which is her ninth studio album.
Chart Performance
The song performed successfully on the charts, peaking at #27 on the Billboard Hot 100 and achieving a higher position of #8 on the Easy Listening chart.
Production Details
The song was produced by Richard Perry, a record producer known for his work with famous artists such as Barbra Streisand, Harry Nilsson, and Carly Simon.
Popularity
Even though it did not reach the top 10 on the main chart, "Gettin' Ready for Love" was still quite popular and is still recognized today as one of Diana Ross's notable songs.
Writer's Credits
The song was written by Tom Snow and Franne Golde. They have also written for other high-profile artists like Olivia Newton-John, Christina Aguilera, and Faith Hill.
Cinematic Appearance
"Gettin' Ready for Love" was featured in the popular film "Election," starring Reese Witherspoon and directed by Alexander Payne.
Musical Style
The song is representative of the Disco era of the late '70s, featuring upbeat rhythms, energetic melodies, and Ross's vibrant vocal delivery.
Promotion
Ross promoted the single on several TV shows, further bolstering the song's popularity at the time of its release.
Global Success
Besides its success in the US, "Gettin' Ready for Love" also charted in Canada, reaching #28 on the RPM 100 singles chart.
Group Recognition
Before her successful solo career, Diana Ross was a member of the Supremes, one of the best-selling girl groups of all time. Her work with the group, including her unmistakable lead vocals, helped to pave the way for her solo success with singles like "Gettin' Ready for Love"
Legacy
Diana Ross is now a legendary figure in music, known for both her work with the Supremes and her solo career. "Gettin' Ready for Love" contributes to this legacy as one part of her wide-ranging discography.

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