Barbara Mason

Barbara Mason, the R&B diva, achieved a major success in 1965 with her hit song "Yes I'm Ready," propelling her to the Top Five of both the Pop and R&B single charts. Possessing a smooth and supple voice, she excelled in romantic tunes and showcased her range and passion on classic hits for Arctic Records in the mid-'70s. Transitioning into a deeper style in the '80s, she recorded longer narrative songs, such as "She's Got the Papers, But I Got My Man," displaying her versatility and enduring career.

Born in Philadelphia in 1947, Barbara Mason began her musical journey at a young age, performing in talent shows and releasing her first single, "Trouble Child," with Arctic Records. Her breakthrough hit, "Yes I'm Ready," marked the start of her successful career, leading to subsequent chart-topping singles and albums. Transitioning between record labels, Mason continued to release acclaimed music, including hits like "From His Woman to You" and "Shackin' Up," showcasing her evolution as an artist over the years. Despite a brief hiatus, Mason's return to the recording studio in 2007 with Feeling Blue for Sunswept label affirmed her lasting impact on the world of soul and R&B music.