Oh Pretty Woman
John Mellencamp · Skin It Back [2002]
Pretty woman, the kind I'd like to meet,
Pretty woman, I don't believe you.
You're not the truth.
No one could look as good as you.
Mercy
Pretty woman, won't you pardon me.
Pretty woman, I couldn't help but see,
Pretty woman, you look lovely as can be.
Are you lonely just like me?
Kiss me
Pretty woman stop a while.
Pretty woman won't you talk a while.
Pretty woman give your smile to me.
Pretty woman, yeah, yeah, yeah.
Pretty woman, won't you look my way.
Pretty woman, won't you say you'll stay with me.
'Cause I need you, hey I'll treat you right.
Come with me baby, you can be mine tonight.
Ahhhhh, ahhhh
Pretty woman, hey don't walk on by.
Pretty woman, don't make me cry.
Pretty woman, don't you walk away, hey! OK.
If that's the way it must be, OK.
I guess I'll go on home, cause it's si late.
There'll be tomorrow night, BUT WAIT!
What do I see?
Is she walking back to me?
Yeah, she's walking back to me!
Wohoo PRETTY WOMAN!
Oh Pretty Woman
John Mellencamp's rendition of "Oh Pretty Woman" appears on his 2002 album, Skin It Back. This recording represents a deliberate return to the roots of American music, showcasing the artist's enduring connection to classic songwriting traditions. By covering a standard originally made famous by Roy Orbison, Mellencamp aligns himself with the broader canon of rock and country legends. The track fits within a period where the musician explored stripped-down arrangements and timeless melodies, moving away from the complex production of his earlier decades. This interpretation highlights his ability to reinterpret established material while maintaining his signature vocal character. The song serves as a testament to his versatility and his continued engagement with the foundational elements of popular music history.