Get Ready

Song Info:
"Get Ready" by Rare Earth was released as a single in 1969. The song was written by Smokey Robinson and originally performed by The Temptations in 1966. Rare Earth's version of the song became a major hit, reaching number 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The single was later included in the band's album titled after the same song, released in 1969.

Artist Bio:
Rare Earth is an American rock band formed in 1960 in Detroit, Michigan. They were one of the first all-white bands signed to Motown Records. The band is best known for their mix of rock, R&B, and psychedelic sounds. Rare Earth gained popularity in the late 1960s and early 1970s with hits like "Get Ready" and "I Just Want to Celebrate." They were also known for their energetic live performances and were the first act to sign to a new Motown imprint, named after their band. Throughout their career, Rare Earth released several albums and continued to tour and perform into the 2000s.