Ready For The World is an American R&B band from Flint, Michigan, that gained prominence in the mid-1980s. Known for their blend of soul, funk, pop, and rock, they pioneered the "new jack swing" genre. Notable members include lead vocalist Melvin Riley Jr., whose distinctive falsetto was a defining feature of the group's sound. Their most influential work, "Oh Sheila," topped both the Billboard pop and R&B charts in 1985, demonstrating their significant impact on 80s music.