have (one's) ear

To have one's interest or attention. That suggestion of yours might just become a reality—I do have the CEO's ear, you know. No, I don't have the headmaster's ear. She doesn't even know who I am! You'll only get your song played on the radio if you have someone's ear down at the station.

have somebody’s ˈear

have the ear of somebody

(formal) gain the attention of somebody important in order to influence them or get their help: We’ll have to gain the ear of the Senator to win support for our cause.

have somebody's ear

have (one's) ear

have somebody’s ˈear

have the ear of somebody