John Mellencamp Is An American Musician, Singer-Songwriter, Painter, And Actor Best Known For His Work In “I Need A Lover" While His First Album Failed To Sell Many Copies. His Biggest Career Breakthrough Came In 1982 With The Album American Fool. His Notable Works Include The Perfect Storm, The Waterboy And Cocktail. He Won An American Music Award For “Jack And Diane” And Has Been Nominated For A Grammy Award.