He rose to fame in the mid-1960s, with an exuberant live act which included wearing tight breeches and billowing shirts, in an Edwardian style popular amongst his peers at the time. He was known for his overt sexuality, before this was as common as it became in subsequent years.
In 1963 he became the frontman for Tommy Scott and the Senators, a local beat group. Clad all in black leather, Tom soon gained a reputation in the South Wales area. The Senators were still all unheard of in London.
In 1964 they laid down a few tracks with maverick Telstar producer Joe Meek, and took them to various labels in an attempt to get a record deal. The plan was to release a single, Lonely Joe / I Was A Fool, but the ever-flighty Meek refused to release the tapes. The group returned to South Wales and continued to play gigs at dance halls and working mens clubs. One night, at the Top Hat in Cwmtillery, Tom was spotted by Gordon Mills, a London-based manager originally from South Wales. Mills became Tom's manager, and took the young singer to London. He also renamed him Tom Jones. The Senators became the Playboys, and later still the Squires.
Jones was awarded the Grammy Award for Best New Artist for 1965. It's Not Unusual, after the song having first been offered to Sandie Shaw. Jones recorded what was intended to be a demo for Shaw, but when she heard it she was so impressed with Jones' delivery that she declined the song and recommended that Jones release it himself. The record was the second Decca single Jones released, reaching number one in the UK charts in 1965. It was also the first hit for Jones in the US, peaking at #10 in May of that year. The single was released in the US on the Parrot label and also reached #3 on Billboard's easy listening chart. Jones used this song as the theme for his late 1960s-early 1970s musical variety series This Is Tom Jones. It has since become Jones' signature song.
In 1965 Tom sang the theme tune to the James Bond film Thunderball.
Jones' recording career slumped on the pop charts during the 1970s and 80s, although he placed 16 singles on the Billboard Country Music charts between 1976 and 1985, the biggest of which was "Say You'll Stay Until Tomorrow" (# 1 Country, # 15 pop) in 1977, and his touring continued successfully. When his son Mark became his manager in 1987, his musical style was taken in a different direction. His recording career was revived with his first major hit single in over a decade, "A Boy From Nowhere", taken from the musical Matador. In 1988 he collaborated with The Art of Noise to record Prince's popular song "Kiss". Following this, he started to record in collaboration with a younger generation of musicians
His Reload album, released in 2000, became the biggest hit of his career. An album of cover versions recorded as duets with contemporary artists, using their record producers, and utilising their recording methods, it reached number one in the United Kingdom, and sold over 4 million copies worldwide.[1] In 2002, he released the album Mr. Jones, which was produced by Wyclef Jean and included the singles "Tom Jones International" and "Black Betty". In 2003, he was honored with a BRIT Award for Outstanding Contribution to Music. In 2004, his "Sex Bomb" single became a major club hit.
On New Year's Eve 2000 President Bill Clinton invited Tom to perform at the Millennium Celebrations in Washington. Throughout 2000, Tom garnered several honours for his work, including a Brit Award for Best Male. In 2001 Tom toured throughout the Middle East and Europe. In subsequent years Tom recorded albums in collaboration with such artists as Wyclef Jean and Jools Holland.
In celebration of his 65th birthday, on 28 May 2005 Tom returned to his homeland to perform a spectacular concert in Ynysangharad Park, Pontypridd. This was Tom's first performance in Ponty since 1964.
For his contribution to the recording industry, Tom Jones has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 6608 Hollywood Blvd.
In 2005 the album Together In Concert, was recorded live with John Farnham and his band.
He has collaborated with Chicane for "Stoned in Love", a dance track that was released 24 April 2006. It entered at number eight in the UK charts the following Sunday.
In 2007, he signed to New York-based independent label S-Curve, owned by music executive Steve Greenberg.
The singer was awarded an OBE in 1999 and a Knight Bachelor in the 2006 New Years Honours list for his services to music and was subsequently knighted by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace, London on 29 March 2006.[7]
On 1 July 2007, Jones was one of the invited artists who performed at Wembley Stadium at the Concert for Diana, joined on stage by guitarist Joe Perry of Aerosmith and British soul singer Joss Stone. He sang the British National Anthem before Ricky Hatton's fight against Floyd Mayweather in Las Vegas on 8 December 2007. On 19 April 2008 he sang the Welsh National Anthem at the Calzaghe-Hopkins fight in Las Vegas.
Although his manager and public relations staff have attempted to change his sex-bomb image and neutralize the knicker-throwing fans, to the delight of his audiences Jones has never felt the need to tone down his behavior in the shows. Tom Jones has remained highly respected by other singers and continues to attract audiences of all ages. As of 2008, Jones continues to tour and record. A major portion of the year he regularly performs his show at the MGM Grand hotel, located on the Las Vegas Strip in Las Vegas, USA. His show at the MGM is performed in a cabaret-style theater. Other venues on his yearly schedule include numerous shows at Atlantic City, NJ and appearances in the USA, United Kingdom and Canada. In February 2007, Jones made a long-awaited South American tour.
On 17 September 2008, Jones announced the release of his retro-tinged album "24 Hours" on S-Curve Records, his first for 15 years in the US; notably, this is the first record in which he's had a direct song-writing input. It was produced largely by drum'n'bass stalwarts Future Cut.
"It's all very well just singing songs," says Jones, "but for this record I really wanted to get properly personal. I've been getting reflective recently, looking over my journey through life, and I wanted to get that down on song. This time I wanted to make something that was all about me, my stories, my life. In other words, you listen to this album and you get the real me."
Love Me Tonight
Tom Jones Lyrics
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But you're good to hold and I feel such a long way from home
Yes, I know that our love is still new
But I promise it's gonna be true
Please let me stay, don't you send me away, oh no no
Ah, tell me baby that you need me
Say you'll never leave me, love me tonight
Hold me now my heart is achingAnd until the dawn is breaking, love me tonight
Something is burning inside
Something that can't be denied
I can't let you out of my sight darling, love me tonight
I've waited so long for the girl of my dreams to appear
And now I can't hardly believe that you really are here
Here in my arms you belong
How can this feeling be wrong
Darling be kind for I'm out of my mind over you
Ah, tell me baby that you need me
Say you'll never leave me, oh love me tonight
Baby now the pain is stronger
I can't wait a moment longer, love me tonight
Something is burning inside
Something that can't be denied
I can't let you out of my sight darling, love me tonight
Let me love you baby
Let me love you baby
Let me love you tonight
Love me tonight
In the song "Love Me Tonight" by Tom Jones, the singer expresses his desire to stay with the person he loves. He admits that he knows it's late, but he feels so far away from home and the person he's with provides him with comfort. Though their love is still new, he promises that it's going to be true. The singer is scared that he might lose this person, so he asks them to tell him that they need him, that they won't leave him, and to love him tonight. He continues to describe how he's waited for so long for the girl of his dreams to appear, and now that she's here, he can't hardly believe it. He's out of his mind over them and asks them to be kind to him. The song's chorus repeats the singer's plea for their lover to love him.
Overall, "Love Me Tonight" is a classic love ballad that captures the feeling of newfound love and the desire for it to be reciprocated. The lyrics are unabashedly romantic, with the singer expressing his love and devotion in every line. The song's melody is upbeat, but still retains a sense of longing in the way Jones sings it, which makes it perfect for slow dancing with your loved one.
Line by Line Meaning
I know that it's late and I really must leave you alone
I am aware that it is past time and I must depart, but I cannot ignore the desire to be with you.
But you're good to hold and I feel such a long way from home
Although I am far from home, holding you provides comfort and a feeling of familiarity.
Yes, I know that our love is still new
We have only just begun our journey together, and our love is in its infancy.
But I promise it's gonna be true
I promise that my love for you will be genuine and sincere for as long as it lasts.
Please let me stay, don't you send me away, oh no no
I earnestly implore you to allow me to remain in your company and not to force me to leave.
Ah, tell me baby that you need me
Please express to me that you require my presence and affection.
Say you'll never leave me, love me tonight
Promise me that you will remain by my side and love me for this moment.
Hold me now my heart is aching
Embrace me closely, for my heart is heavy with emotion and yearning for your touch.
And until the dawn is breaking, love me tonight
Provide me with your love and comfort until the break of dawn, when I must leave your side.
Something is burning inside
A passionate feeling is building within me, urging me to express my feelings for you.
Something that can't be denied
This feeling cannot be ignored or suppressed, as it is too intense and consuming.
I can't let you out of my sight darling, love me tonight
I cannot bear to be separated from you, my love. Please show me affection in this fleeting moment.
I've waited so long for the girl of my dreams to appear
I have longed for someone like you, the woman of my dreams, to cross my path and fill my heart with love.
And now I can't hardly believe that you really are here
I am filled with amazement and disbelief that you, the woman of my dreams, are finally here with me.
Here in my arms you belong
You are meant to be in my embrace, where I can love and cherish you.
How can this feeling be wrong
This intense feeling of love and affection cannot be incorrect or misguided, as it feels so true and genuine.
Darling be kind for I'm out of my mind over you
Please be patient and understanding, as I am consumed with love and passion for you.
Baby now the pain is stronger
The pain of being separated from you is becoming more intense and unbearable by the moment.
I can't wait a moment longer, love me tonight
I cannot bear the thought of waiting any longer to be with you. Please show me your love in this moment.
Let me love you baby
I desire to express my love and affection to you with all my heart.
Let me love you tonight
In this moment, let us share our love and affection for each other as intensely as possible.
Love me tonight
Show me your love and affection in this moment before we must part ways.
Lyrics © Sugarmusic s.p.a.
Written by: Barry Mason, Daniele Pace, Mario Panzeri, Lorenzo Pilat
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Ninatigres
I know that it's late and I really must leave you alone
But you're good to hold and I feel such a long way from home
Yes, I know that our love is still new
But I promise it's gonna be true
Please let me stay, don't you send me away, oh no no
Ah, tell me baby that you need me
Say you'll never leave me, love me tonight
Hold me now my heart is aching
And until the dawn is breaking, love me tonight
Something is burning inside
Something that can't be denied
I can't let you out of my sight darling, love me tonight
I've waited so long for the girl of my dreams to appear
And now I can't hardly believe that you really are here
Here in my arms you belong
How can this feeling be wrong
Darling be kind for I'm out of my mind over you
Ah, tell me baby that you need me
Say you'll never leave me, oh love me tonight
Baby now the pain is stronger
I can't wait a moment longer, love me tonight
Something is burning inside
Something that can't be denied
I can't let you out of my sight darling, love me tonight
Let me love you baby
Let me love you baby
Let me love you tonight
Love me tonight
@cherelle1952
I get to see him in 18 days when he comes back to Australia. I saw him in 2012 when he came here. Love his voice. Still gorgeous at his age.
@christinebachor6663
Lucky you!😎
@eugeniamandas9453
Un altra sulla vetta del mondo ti adoro grande ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️☀️🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹
@maxrobinson
The original song was Italian and it was called "Alla fine della Strada" (which means "At the end of the road"). Check it !
@flacop9961
La scrisse Daniele Pace degli Squallor
@giumbolo69
@@flacop9961 scritta da Lorenzo Pilat,testi di Pace e Panzeri
@JulietEllul
I still get goose bumps when i hear him sing.awsome tommy.
@davidazzopardi360
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@hannamanyevich9992
Diamond, incredible, Powerful and amazing voice! What a singer! Nobody comes close to him not now and not ever. what set of pipes Tom has and he is always in key! The greatest singer of all time. B r a v o!!!
@TomJones-1
Hello I really do appreciate you for being a big fan thank you for your wonderful comments on my post it really means a lot to me.I sincerely hope you never stop listening to my music…..❤️❤️❤️