Steve Day, a 60-year-old comedian from Sutton Coldfield, has reignited his love for music after losing his hearing since 1983. At 18, he began noticing hearing loss, believed to be caused by years of promoting music and attending loud gigs. By 24, he was diagnosed with severe hearing loss and prescribed hearing aids, prompting him to reject music entirely for almost 40 years. During this period, he struggled with depression and isolation.
Despite these challenges, Day shifted careers from IT to stand-up comedy, using his unique perspective to engage audiences. A breakthrough came in 2021 when he discovered Bluetooth hearing aids, which allowed him to reconnect with beloved artists like The Beatles and Fleetwood Mac. Recently, he has been immersing himself in Taylor Swift’s music.
In an effort to join the Swiftie community, Day reached out on TikTok this summer, seeking guidance on becoming a fan. He was pleasantly surprised by the supportive response, prompting him to listen to Swift’s songs like the ten-minute version of “All Too Well.” Day expressed excitement for this new chapter in his life, stating, ‘Even though I’m deafer than ever, my listening experience is better now than it was at 18.’ As he continues to explore Swift’s discography, he cherishes each new discovery.