Barbara Mason's debut single, "Yes, I'm Ready," was a minor hit, reaching number 8 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 14 on the R&B chart. The song, with its distinctive string arrangement and Mason's soulful vocals, became a staple of 1960s soul music.
- The single was released on the Arctic record label. It was recorded in Philadelphia. The song was written by Barbara Mason and James Bolden.
- The song was released in 1965, during the height of the Motown sound. It stands as an early example of soul music's growing mainstream appeal.
- "Yes, I'm Ready" has been covered by numerous artists, including>;
Barbara Mason was an American soul singer and songwriter from Philadelphia. She is best known for her string of successful singles in the late 1960s and 1970s.
Tracklist
