John J. Mellencamp (born October 7, 1951), previously known as Johnny Cougar, The Coug, John Cougar, and John Cougar Mellencamp, is an American singer-songwriter. He is known for his brand of heartland rock, which emphasizes traditional instrumentation. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2008, followed by an induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2018. Mellencamp found success in the 1980s starting in 1982, with a string of top 10 singles, including "Hurts... [more on Wikipedia]
Top songs: #1: Hurts So Good - #2: Jack and Diane - #3: Cherry Bomb - #4: Paper in Fire - #5: R.O.C.K. in the U.S.A. (A Salute to 60's Rock)