Rocket 88    (intro)

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1. You women have heard of jalopies,

    you’ve heard the noise they make,

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    but let me introduce my new Rocket 88.

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    Yes, it's great, just won't wait, everybody likes my Rocket 88,

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    baby, we’re ridin’ in style, movin' all along.

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2. V-8 motor and this modern design,

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    black convertible top and the gals don't mind,

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    sportin' with me, ridin' all round town for joy.

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3. Now, step in my Rocket and don't be late,

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    baby, we're pullin' out ‘bout half-past-eight.

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    I’m goin' round the corner and get a bit,

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    everybody must, ‘cause gonna take a little nip,

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    ridin’, in style, baby, oozin' and cruisin' along.

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(orig. = capo 1st)    (Ike Turner & The Kings of Rhythm)