Roxette - The Look

"The Look" by Roxette is a classic hit from their album "Look Sharp!" released in 1988. It became an international sensation, topping the charts in over 30 countries, including the United States, Australia, and Japan. The song's catchy melody and distinctive lyrics, such as "walking like a man, hitting like a hammer," were originally intended as guide lyrics but ended up becoming a defining feature of the song.

Per Gessle, one half of the Roxette duo, intended to write a song with a ZZ Top feel, but it evolved into something quite different, showcasing Roxette's unique pop-rock sound. Marie Fredriksson, the other half of the duo, found that the song suited Per's voice better, despite it being written for her.

The song's success story is quite remarkable. It spread through the United States via an American exchange student who brought a copy back from Sweden. It received airplay on a Minneapolis radio station before it was officially released in the US, leading to its widespread popularity.