, released on November 10, 1986, is the sophomore album from the Flint, Michigan-based R&B group Ready for the World . Coming off the massive multi-format success of their debut and its hit "Oh Sheila," this album successfully proved the band was more than a "one-hit wonder" by delivering one of the decade's most enduring slow jams. Critical & Commercial Impact

The primary "features" or guest contributors on the album include: Andrea Fheh

Long Time Coming is a masterclass in 1980s production. It balances upbeat funk numbers with intimate ballads, showcasing the band's versatility as both musicians and songwriters. The Hits and Key Tracks

The album's success was largely driven by its lead single, which became one of the band's most enduring hits.

Despite its quality, Long Time Coming was considered a commercial letdown compared to its predecessor. It stalled at #45 on the Billboard 200. Consequently, it never received the same repress love as the debut. By the early 1990s, the vinyl was out of print, the CD was a rare import, and the cassette was a thrift-store ghost.

Released in late 1986 on MCA Records, Long Time Coming was an ambitious evolutionary step for the group. The album perfectly balanced club-ready electronic funk with slow-burning, emotional ballads, cementing Melvin Riley’s status as a premier R&B vocalist and songwriter. The Crown Jewel: "Love You Down"