Legendary rock singer, 75, says he may become ‘totally deaf’
Michelle Rivera
Michelle Rivera
Reporter · Cleveland, OH
Michelle, an Ohio State University graduate, has spent over six years focusing on community issues in Cleveland, including social justice and local initiatives. She has previously written for NPR's local affiliates, where she honed her storytelling skills to highlight diverse community voices.
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John Mellencamp opened up about the toll his decades-long music career has taken on his hearing during a recent podcast appearance, revealing he expects to lose more of his ability to hear as he continues performing, PEOPLE reports.