Tom Jones: From Icon of the 1960s to Treasured National Asset
An illustrious musical career
With a string of top 10 successes like “It’s Not Unusual,” “What’s New Pussycat?,” “Green, Green Grass of Home,” and “Delilah,” Welsh singer Tom Jones shot to popularity in the 1960s. Known for his powerful, full-toned baritone, he received recognition from publications like AllMusic and the New York Times for his ability to switch effortlessly between gruff and melodic tones.
A Reimagining Journey
Despite having enormous cross-generational appeal, Tom Jones’s reputation had changed by the middle of the 1970s. He was frequently perceived as a novelty sex symbol with waning appeal after first being perceived as a wholesome deed. But then his career took a sharp turn for the better, starting with his work on the Art of Noise’s rendition of Prince’s “Kiss.” This was the beginning of his journey into the adored singer and national treasure that the world now knows him to be.
Uncover the timeless allure and aptitude of Tom Jones.See how he changed from a 1960s icon to a well-liked and respected figure in the music business by watching the video below.
