From the film “Young At Heart”, 1954.
Words and music by Al Rinker, Floyd Huddleston and Dick Gleason.
The sheet music:
Accompaniment by James Pitt-Payne:
Lyrics
I’m ready, willing and able
And honey, now it’s up to you
So lay your cards on the table
And tell me what you plan to do
I’m ready, able and willing
To join you in a little fun
But I won’t take second billing
I’ve got to be your number one
I’m ready to give you my heart, dear
I’m willing to hand you the key
I’m able to say from the start, dear
It’s never belonged to anyone else but me
I’m ready, willing and able
So, if you want a love that’s true
Then lay your cards on the table
‘Cause honey now it’s up to you
I’m ready, willing and able
And honey, now it’s up to you
So lay your cards on the table
And tell me what you plan to do
I’m ready, able and willing
To be your little honey bun
But I won’t take second billing
I’ve got to be your number one
What good is a heart full of lovin’
With no one around you to share
An armful of good lovey dovin’
So honey come on ’cause I got a lot to spare
I’m ready, willing and able
So, if you want a love that’s true
Then lay your cards on the table
‘Cause honey now it’s up to you