Ready for the Times to Get Better

Crystal Gayle

About Ready for the Times to Get Better

"Ready for the Times to Get Better" is a song written by Allen Reynolds, and recorded by American country music artist Crystal Gayle. It was released in January 1978 as the fourth single from the album Crystal. "Ready for the Times to Get Better" was Gayle's fourth number one on the U. S Billboard Hot Country Singles chart. The single stayed at number one for one week and spent a total of ten weeks on the chart. The song was a major Adult Contemporary hit on the charts of both the U. S. (#3) and Canada (#4). It was also a modest crossover hit to the pop charts of both nations. 


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I've got to tell you I've been rackin' my brain
Hopin' to find a way out
I've had enough of this continual rain
Changes are comin', no doubt

[Chorus]
It's been a too long time
With no peace of mind
And I'm ready for the times
To get better

You seem to want from me what I cannot give
I feel so lonesome at times
I have a dream that I wish I could live
It's burnin' holes in my mind

[Chorus]

Na, na, na

[Chorus]

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Crystal Gayle

Crystal Gayle (born Brenda Gail Webb on January 9, 1951) is an American country music singer best known for her 1977 country-pop hit, "Don't It Make My Brown Eyes Blue". An award-winning singer, she accumulated 20 number one country hits during the 1970s and 1980s (18 No. 1's on Billboard and 2 on Cashbox). Also famous for her nearly floor-length hair she was voted one of the 50 most beautiful people in the world by People Magazine in 1983. She is the youngest sister (by 19 years) of singer Loretta Lynn and a distant cousin of singer Patty Loveless. Crystal Gayle has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, near Loretta Lynn's star. more »

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Written by: ALLEN REYNOLDS

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13 facts about this song

Artist
"Ready for the Times to Get Better" is a song by American country music singer Crystal Gayle.
Release Year
The song was initially released in 1977.
Record Label
The song was released under the record label "United Artists Records".
Songwriter
"Ready for the Times to Get Better" was written by songwriter Allen Reynolds.
Chart Performance
The song was a huge hit and reached #1 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart in 1978. Also, it crossed over onto the pop charts, reaching number 97 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Album
The song is a track from Crystal Gayle's album "Crystal", which was her third album.
Musical Style
The song embodies the classic country style, and Gayle's vocal adds a rich touch of country-pop to it.
Awards
Crystal Gayle won her first Grammy Award for "Best Female Country Vocal Performance" in 1978, the same year "Ready for the Times to Get Better" achieved its chart success.
Noteworthy Performance
Gayle performed "Ready for the Times to Get Better" on an episode of the TV musical variety show Hee Haw in 1978.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by several other artists including country singer K.T. Oslin, Irish singer Daniel O'Donnell, and bluegrass duo Dailey & Vincent.
Inspirational Message
The song carries an inspirational message, resonating with listeners who can relate to the lyrics' portrayal of persevering through tough times and staying hopeful for better days.
Crystal Gayle's Signature Song
"Ready for the Times to Get Better" is often considered one of Crystal Gayle's signature songs, alongside tracks like "Don't It Make My Brown Eyes Blue" and "Talking In Your Sleep".
Legacy
Decades after its initial release, "Ready for the Times to Get Better" continues to be a staple on classic country radio stations, and it remains one of Crystal Gayle's most beloved hits.

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