I'm Ready (AJR song)


"I'm Ready" is a single by American indie pop band AJR. It was released on August 22, 2013, through AJR Productions and Warner Bros. Records. The song is included on their debut extended play, 6foot1, and their debut album, Living Room.
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 and Sidemen member Tobi Brown who has used the chorus of the song in his introduction to his YouTube videos since 2013. On October 14, 2019, Tobi announced that he would no longer be using the song in his intro after Warner Music Group started copyright claiming his YouTube videos, despite being whitelisted by the band and having their permission to use the song.

Track listing

Charts

Weekly charts

Year-end charts

Certifications

Release history