Ready served as a direct thematic sequel to the 2007 release Trey Day . The production team expertly balanced heavy basslines with smooth, melodic arrangements. The project brought together an elite roster of long-time collaborators, veteran producers, and cutting-edge visionaries:

"Ready" received generally positive reviews from critics, with many praising Trey Songz's vocal performance and the album's production. The album debuted at number 4 on the US Billboard 200 chart and has since been certified gold by the RIAA.