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My Rocket 88 went to the top of the charts in 1954

 My Rocket 88
written by Ike Turner; recorded by Jackie Brenston
 
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A visitor from Australia sent the MP3 file of My Rocket 88 to us.  He also included this interesting note: 
 
You'll notice the lyrics on this version are a little different from your posting (below); Jackie Brenston admits to drink driving on the version attached "Going round the corner and get a fifth, ever'body in my car gonna take a little nip". 
 
Is it possible that they hastily cut a temperance version of the song when it jumped the fence from R&B to the wider audience I wonder. The 88 seems to be the "car of choice" in 1950s rhythm and blues - remember Little Richard in "Rip It Up"  "Got me a date and I won't be late - pick her up in my 88" -- John

My Rocket 88
 
You may have heard of jalopies,
You heard the noise they make,
Let me introduce you to my Rocket '88.
Yes it's great, just won't wait,
Everybody likes my Rocket '88.
Gals will ride in style,
Movin' all along.
 
V-8 motor and this modern design,
My convertible top and the gals don't mind
Sportin' with me, ridin' all around town for joy.
Blow your horn, Rocket, blow your horn
 
Step in my Rocket and-don't be late,
We're pullin' out about a half-past-eight.
Goin' on the corner and havin' some fun,
Takin' my Rocket on a long, hot run.
Ooh, goin' out,
Oozin' and cruisin' and havin' fun
 
Now that you've ridden in my Rocket '88,
I'll be around every night about eight.
You know it's great, don't be late,
Everybody likes my Rocket '88.
Gals will ride in style,
Movin' all along.

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