"455 Rocket" is a song written by Gillian Welch and David Rawlings, and recorded by American country music artist Kathy Mattea.
The song reached number 21 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.
Despite its flaws, which include a leaky roof and excessive noise, she enjoys racing and winning against local car enthusiasts.
During one race, though, she skids on a curve and crashes through a guardrail; although she is unhurt, the car is badly damaged and has to be towed away.
She also noted that due to the nature of the recording, session musician Jim Keltner can be heard dropping his drumsticks at the end of the song and laughing.