Never Gonna Run Around… With Dessert Spoons? Rick Astley re-records iconic hit using WRONG lyrics to raise awareness about hearing loss

• Specsavers found the smash hit was one of the UK’s top 10 most misheard songs 
• It is estimated there are around 11million people in the UK with hearing loss 

It’s one of the most famous choruses of all time.

But Rick Astley can now be heard mixing up the words of smash hit ‘Never Gonna Give You Up’ — incorrectly belting out ‘then I’m gonna give you up’.

In a partnership with Specsavers that aims to raise awareness of hearing loss, the 1980s pop legend’s song also includes the lyrics ‘never gonna run around with dessert spoons’ instead of ‘never gonna run around and desert you’.

It is hoped the hit will encourage listeners to think about their own hearing health, so they can spot the signs and take action. 

The updated hit single also includes ‘you wouldn’t catch nits from any other guy’ and ‘your aunt’s been naked’ — lyrics people have misheard for years. 

It comes as the 57-year-old star has himself admitted he now lives with some hearing loss and has urged people to take action if they notice any changes. 

In a partnership with Specsavers that aims to raise awareness of hearing loss, the 1980s pop legend’s song also includes the lyrics ‘never gonna run around with dessert spoons’ instead of ‘never gonna run around and desert you’. It is hoped the hit will encourage listeners to think about their own hearing health, so they can spot the signs and take action 

The updated hit single also includes ‘you wouldn’t catch nits from any other guy’ and ‘your aunt’s been naked’ — lyrics people have misheard for years. It comes as the 57-year-old star has himself admitted he now lives with some hearing loss and has urged people to take action if they notice any changes 

It is estimated there are around 11million people in the UK with hearing loss, which can range from mild to profound. The condition affects one in six adults – making it the second most common disability — with numbers expected to rise as the population ages in the coming decades 

Research by Specsavers on 2,000 adults last month found one in ten believed Astley was singing ‘never gonna run around with dessert spoons’ rather than ‘never gonna run around and desert you’.

One in six blamed poor hearing for mistaking song lyrics but more than half (56 per cent) confessed that they had never had their hearing tested. 

More than half admitted they find conversations with background noise difficult (51 per cent), with over a quarter (28 per cent) confessing that they can’t hear the TV or radio properly.

Astley said: ‘I had great fun re-recording the song with Specsavers and discovering the amusing ways people have misheard my song. 

‘It felt weird singing different lyrics but I’m pleased to be raising awareness of hearing loss, as there is still a stigma around this.

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‘I’ve noticed my hearing changing over time so recently had a hearing test at Specsavers. 

‘It showed I have some hearing loss, which I was not fully aware of. 

‘It’s probably a result of playing the drums as a kid and working in the music industry, so they’ve given me my first hearing aids.’

He added: ‘It’s important to remember that everyone’s hearing is different. Some people lose high notes, others lose low frequency sounds.’

‘I’d encourage anyone to get their hearing tested if they notice any changes, so they don’t lose the sounds or music they love.’

It is estimated there are around 11million people in the UK with hearing loss, which can range from mild to profound.

The condition affects one in six adults – making it the second most common disability — with numbers expected to rise as the population ages in the coming decades.

Proven ways to prevent the risk of hearing loss include protecting the ears from loud noises, and getting appropriate medical care for ear infections.

A report by the Commission on Hearing Loss in 2014 found hearing loss costs the UK economy £24.8billion per year in potential output. The figure is expected to hit £38.6billion by 2031. 

The World Health Organization also estimates that more than 430million people worldwide currently have disabling hearing loss.

Astley, who performed at Glastonbury earlier this year, began singing in a local church choir a the age of 10, which fuelled his passion for music. 

On leaving school at the age of 16, he was employed as a driver in his father’s market-gardening business and at night, he played drums on the Northern club circuit.   

He then went on to release the hit, Never Gonna Give You Up, in 1987 which topped the charts in the UK for five weeks and became the highest-selling album of the year. 

Astley released the hit, Never Gonna Give You Up, in 1987 which topped the charts in the UK for five weeks and became the highest-selling album of the year. He said: ‘I had great fun re-recording the song with Specsavers and discovering the amusing ways people have misheard my song. It felt weird singing different lyrics but I’m pleased to be raising awareness of hearing loss, as there is still a stigma around this. I’ve noticed my hearing changing over time so recently had a hearing test at Specsavers.’ Pictured, Astley performing in the Never Gonna Give You Up music video

Astley, who performed at Glastonbury earlier this year (pictured), began singing in a local church choir a the age of 10, which fuelled his passion for music. On leaving school at the age of 16, he was employed as a driver in his father’s market-gardening business and at night, he played drums on the Northern club circuit

New ‘Never Gonna Give You Up’ lyrics  

We’re no strangers to lunch ​

You know the rules and so do I ​

A broken mittens what I’m thinking of 

You wouldn’t get nits from any other guy ​

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I just wanna tell how I’m feeling​

Gotta make you understand​

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Then I’m gonna give you up​

Then I’m gonna let you down​

Then I’m gonna run around with dessert spoons​

Then I’m gonna make you cry​

Then I’m gonna say goodbye​

Then I’m gonna tell a lie and hurt you​

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We’ve known each other for so long ​

Your aunt’s been naked, but ​

but you’re too shy to sing​

Inside, we both know what’s been going on​

We know the game and we’re gonna play it​

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And if you ask me how I’m feeling ​

Don’t tell me not to plant a seed.​

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Then I’m gonna give you up​

Then I’m gonna let you down​

Then I’m gonna run around with dessert spoons​

Then I’m gonna make you cry​

Then I’m gonna say goodbye​

Then I’m gonna tell a lie and hurt you​

​

Then I’m gonna give you up​

Then I’m gonna let you down​

Then I’m gonna run around with dessert spoons​

Original ‘Never Gonna Give You Up’ lyrics  

We’re no strangers to love

You know the rules and so do I 

A full commitment’s what I’m thinking of

You wouldn’t get this from any other guy

 

I just wanna tell you how I’m feeling

Gotta make you understand

 

Never gonna give you up

Never gonna let you down

Never gonna run around and desert you

Never gonna make you cry

Never gonna say goodbye

Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you

 

We’ve known each other for so long

Your heart’s been aching, but you’re too shy to say it

Inside, we both know what’s been going on

We know the game and we’re gonna play it

 

And if you ask me how I’m feeling

Don’t tell me you’re too blind to see

 

Never gonna give you up

Never gonna let you down

Never gonna run around and desert you

Never gonna make you cry

Never gonna say goodbye

Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you

 

Never gonna give you up

Never gonna let you down

Never gonna run around and desert you

According to Specsavers’ research, one in three Brits have noticed changes in their hearing over the last 10 years.

Despite this, more than half (57 per cent) have taken no action to address these changes.

For many people, hearing loss and hearing aids are still associated with negative stereotypes, and fear of stigma can be strong, charities have warned. 

Evidence shows, on average, people wait 10 years between noticing symptoms and taking steps to address their hearing loss. 

For respondents with hearing issues, coping mechanisms included nodding or saying ‘yes’, leaning ears closer, or awkwardly laughing, the study showed. 

Some 45 per cent also confessed to asking people to frequently repeat themselves. Of this, 70 per cent admitted to finding it embarrassing. 

TV medic Dr Michael Mosley said: ‘Hearing loss affects millions of people worldwide, but often goes undiagnosed and untreated and that is a terrible shame because it often leads to social isolation. 

‘If you notice any changes in your hearing, don’t wait 10 years to get checked. 

‘Hearing change is completely normal and is nothing to be embarrassed or ashamed about.’

WHAT CAUSES HEARING LOSS? AND CAN IT BE TREATED? 

Hearing loss can be temporary or permanent.

It can also develop gradually with age or come on suddenly.

Hearing loss in just one ear may be due to a build up of wax, an infection or a burst eardrum.

Sudden loss in both ears may be due to damage from a very loud noise or side effects of certain medication.

Gradual hearing loss may be the result of fluid building up, known as glue ear; a bony growth, called otosclerosis; or skin cell accumulation, known as cholesteatoma.

Gradual hearing loss in both ears is usually caused by ageing or exposure to loud noises over many years. 

Hearing loss sometimes gets better on its own.

A build up of wax can also be treated by being suctioned out or softened with drops.

However, hearing loss can also be permanent, with treatment then focusing on making the most of the hearing that remains. 

This may involve:

• Hearing aids
• Implants – attach to the skull or are placed deep in the ear, if hearing aids are ineffective
• Communicating via sign language or lip reading

Hearing loss can be prevented by avoiding loud music and wearing headphones that block out background noise.

Ear defenders should also be worn if you work in a noisy environment, such as a building site.

And ear protection should be worn at concerts and other noisy events. 

Source: NHS Choices 

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