Sacramento-bred, L.A.-based singer/songwriter Victoria Monét is “Ready” for the spotlight. She has released the second single off her forthcoming Life After Love album, which chronicles Monét’s healing process after an intense break-up with her long-term partner & musical collaborator.
“Ready” marks a turning point of the album, the place where the tracks shift from dealing with the break-up, to Monét rejoining the world and finding herself. Directed by Beyoncé’s choreographer JaQuel Knight, the video for “Ready” fuses bombastic dancing and dramatic outfit changes, for a veritable summer jam.
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“Ready” by Victoria Monét is a smooth and sultry R&B track that explores themes of love, desire, and emotional readiness for a deep connection. The song begins with a gentle piano melody and a subtle beat, setting a laid-back and intimate tone. The production features lush synths and a soft bassline, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that draws listeners in.
Victoria Monét’s vocals are smooth and soulful, with a delivery that is both tender and confident. Her voice has a velvety quality that complements the song’s sensual mood. The lyrics focus on being open to love and prepared for the vulnerability that comes with it. Monét’s performance is expressive and nuanced, conveying the complex emotions that arise when you’re ready to take the next step in a relationship.
The production is polished and sophisticated, with a balance between mellow beats and atmospheric textures. The pacing is deliberate, allowing the song’s emotions to build gradually while maintaining a relaxed feel. The chorus is catchy and memorable, with harmonies that add depth and resonate with the song’s romantic themes.
“Ready” is a soulful and romantic track that speaks to anyone who’s experienced the journey of opening up to love. It’s a song that encourages listeners to embrace vulnerability and trust in the process of building a meaningful connection. Victoria Monét’s soulful performance and the song’s smooth production make it a compelling addition to any R&B playlist, perfect for a romantic evening or moments of introspection about love and relationships.
Having proved her writing talents with work on all of Ariana Grande’s albums, including writing eight songs on Ariana’s certified platinum Dangerous Woman, Victoria Monét has also collaborated on tracks with Nas, Lupe Fiasco, Dr, Dre, & Ty Dolla $ign, and Fifth Harmony, and is ready to shine through as a singer in the forefront. Cutting her teeth as a performer and a songwriter, Monét broke into the scene with a cold-call in 2014. In the time since, she’s separated herself from the pack as a stellar songwriter and performer – she toured with Fifth Harmony as their opening act all summer and is currently opening in arenas on Ariana’s Dangerous Woman Tour. In addition, Monét has also written for Chris Brown, T.I., Big Sean and Jhene Aiko.
Life After Love is slated to release in the coming months.
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