Tom Jones' Career Highlights

Jun 08, 2020 by apost team

For over half a century, Welsh singer Tom Jones has been captivating and entertaining audiences. With hit songs including "Burning Down the House," Tom Jones has had many hit singles. In honor of his 80th birthday that was yesterday, let's take a look back at his singing career highlights. 

Born on June 7th, 1940 in South Wales, Tom Jones grew up in the era of listening to Elvis Presley, Little Richard, and Brook Benton; it's no surprise the singer developed a passion for soul music. Singing at family gatherings, weddings, and his school choir, Jones eventually landed the spot of front-man in the beat group the Senators in 1963.

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After landing a recording contract with Decca labels, he came out with his first single "Chills and Fever" and although it didn't do well, his next single "It's Not Unusual" became an international hit. 

Late on Jones would become popular on TV and even headline his own series, This is Tom Jones, which earned him a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actor. 

Tom Jones still released songs throughout the 1970s and 80s including hits such as "She's a Lady," "A Boy From Nowhere," and "Say You'll Stay Until Tomorrow." Tom Jones even appeared on sitcoms such as The Simpsons and The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. He has also coached contests on the TV show The Voice. 

Although Jones has recently lost his wife, he still has his two sons, Jonathan Berkery and Mark Woodward. 

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