My first thought was that your subject wasn't something used to convey ideas between people. It seems more like a receiver. Yes, though, it does communicate outside noise to the listener's brain....so. o.k. But on the whole the image is unappealing.
Body part used to communicate captured very well. I find it very serene like a good listener (friend or shrink) that contrast with my last vote (image of someone giving me the finger). The bad boy routine strikes me as more attractive, as much as I like a good listener. Ear lobe very bright. Thanks.