re: Why did Mellencamp label his song Pink Houses?

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As mentioned, "Pink Houses" is part of the chorus. He probably didn't realize how iconic the lyrics "Ain't That America" would become.

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And "Ain't that America" is part of the chorus three times.

I mean, it's his song and he can name it whatever he wants, but I'd be a liar if I said I didn't share the OP's views that the song is not appropriately titled.

Same goes for the song that should have been name "Teenage Wasteland".

Musicians being all contrarian and shite.