Stock Car Racing and Country Music—two pillars of culture in the Southern United States. And the two have mingled throughout the years. So put on your racing shoes, make sure they match your cowboy hat, and settle in for a look back at some of Nascar’s biggest stars turned Nashville wannabes!
The Song: Maybelline by Chuck Berry
The Star: David Pearson
The Clip:
The Review: Here we hear a common trope of gimmick songs—the professionals sing the chorus while the untrained star talk-sings the verses. I mean, at least David Pearson seems to be trying? A for effort, D- for performance.
The Verdict: At least he beats out Richard Petty.