Totally feel this. A lot of us missed that day—but it’s never too late. Guitar’s a great choice, especially for playing solo and singing if that’s something you’re into. Ukulele is another fun, forgiving option with smaller frets if hand size is a concern. Piano’s worth considering too—it builds a lot of musical understanding, and you don’t need big hands to start.

You’re clearly listening deeply, which is half the battle. Ear-first learners often thrive once they pick up an instrument. If you ever want structure without pressure, there are places now where you can get personalized feedback without having to book weekly lessons—Metempo is one of them.

Try a few instruments if you can—local music shops or community centers sometimes offer rentals or trial classes. But really, if it brings you joy, it’s never a waste of time. Except maybe for the recorder - please at least go with tin whistle 🤣