Alright, folks, take a deep breath. Mark McGrath, the legendary frontman of Sugar Ray, isn't going deaf after all. The internet was buzzing with alarming reports suggesting the singer had lost his hearing due to years of rocking out on stage. But let me tell you, Mark himself stepped in to set the record straight.

Mark McGrath Speaks Out About the Misleading Headlines

Mark, who’s been in the music game for over two decades, took to Twitter to address the exaggerated claims. “Though it’s true I’ve lost some hearing in one ear (a common occurrence in this profession), this headline is entirely misleading, and taken way out of context,” the 51-year-old wrote in response to one article. He added, “Fortunately, (or unfortunately, depending on how you look at it!) I look forward to performing for many years to come! Thanks for the concern.”

Mark McGrath on the Validity of the Story

In a follow-up tweet addressing another article, Mark joked about the exaggerated nature of the reports. “Though I’ve definitely have some hearing loss in one ear (think of it as the equivalent of needing reading glasses as you get older), I think the inclusion of the word ‘symbol’ is a symbol of the validity of this story,” he quipped. The Sugar Ray frontman reassured his fans, saying, “Thank you to those who are concerned, and I look forward to rockin’ stages around the world.”

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Fans React to Mark McGrath's Update

When the truth came out, fans were visibly relieved. One fan commented, “Glad to hear it’s not as bad as the article says. I am sorry that it is happening to you. Looking forward to many more years of Sugar Ray music.” Another fan chimed in with a reminder: “Even with your reassurance, I’m still going to remind you to wear your in-ears! Love you, please continue to take care of yourself!” A third fan joked, “So glad to see that you’re doing well, man. That headline had me worried I’d only get to see you perform twice haha.”

A Heartfelt Exchange Between Mark McGrath and Richard Marx

Even fellow musician Richard Marx, known for the timeless hit “Right Here Waiting For You,” joined the conversation. “My tinnitus grows steadily worse every year. I feel for all of us who devote our lives to making music and fear eventual silence,” Richard shared. Mark responded lightheartedly, “Totally worth the sacrifice, when you’re fortunate to do something you love, and hear the stories of how much your music means to people (as you well know) … now, get off my lawn!”

We couldn’t be happier to hear that Mark’s hearing is holding up well! Now, if you’ll excuse us, we’re going back to blasting “Fly” on repeat. Let’s keep the music alive and well, folks!