John Mellencamp – American Fool

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Artist: John Mellencamp

Title: American Fool

Year: 1982

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Tracklist

  • 1. Hurts So Good (3:38)
  • 2. Jack & Diane (4:14)
  • 3. Hand To Hold On To (3:25)
  • 4. Danger List (4:29)
  • 5. Can You Take It (3:32)
  • 6. Thundering Hearts (3:40)
  • 7. China Girl (3:34)
  • 8. Close Enough (3:40)
  • 9. Weakest Moments (4:08)
  • 10. American Fool - Bonus Track (3:46)

Review

"American Fool" by John Mellencamp tore through the charts like a rock 'n' roll hurricane in 1982. Dropped on April 27, its raw, live-in-the-studio vibes and unforgettable riffs took the Billboard 200 by storm, reigning supreme for nine straight weeks. Packed to the brim with iconic hits like "Hurts So Good" and "Jack & Diane," which both stormed the Billboard Top 20, this album is pure, unfiltered rock magic. Kenny Aronoff's drumming thunders across the tracks, punching life into Mellencamp's gritty vocals and roaring guitars.

The road to "American Fool" wasn't paved with gold, though. Producer Don Gehman faced off against label disputes and industry politics, with the shadow of being dropped looming large. Yet, the final product lays bare a testament to Mellencamp's iron will and unbreakable vision. With tracks like "Close Enough" and "Weakest Moments" mixing high-octane rockers with introspective gems, "American Fool" isn't just remembered; it's revered as a cornerstone of early '80s rock. - Jett

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