Classic Reactions Ep. 38: Jackie Brenston - Rocket 88 | Oh We Went Back, Back!

Rocket 88 refers to a car, the Oldsmobile Rocket 88. The 88 series was also an image leader for Oldsmobile, particularly in the model's early years (1949–51), when it was one of the best-performing automobiles. #THG

It is a classic, although it was recorded by Jackie Brenston, it was actually performed by Ike Turner before that. I think "rock awhile" by Goree Carter preceeds this by a couple of years. #THG.