Sir Tom Jones - the legendary singer who has been wowing audiences since the 1960s, is still going strong at the age of 84. He continues to perform his beloved hits with as much gusto as ever, and his voice seems to have remained unchanged over the years. Many may wonder how the Pontypridd-born star has managed to maintain such vocal prowess for so long. A resurfaced interview with Jeremy Clarkson on TikTok might hold the answer. When asked about his secret to preserving his voice, Sir Tom had a straightforward response.
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Age, he said, hasn't affected his singing ability, but he does rely on one thing. He explained: "Vocalzones. They're great - they're unbelievable.". For those unfamiliar, Vocalzones are throat pastilles designed to help maintain a clear voice. They're typically used to alleviate throat irritation or dryness caused by excessive talking, singing, smoking or having a cold. Sir Tom has long credited the sweets as a key aid, despite Clarkson's claim they taste "disgusting". The Welsh singing icon swears by them as part of his daily routine.
Since sharing his secret, many have been amazed by the simplicity of his method. Sometimes, it seems, the secrets to success are far more straightforward than we think. Renowned for his "full-throated, robust baritone" voice, Sir Tom has also revealed his younger self was more of a tenor. He began his career in 1963 as the lead singer for Welsh beat group Tommy Scott and the Senators, quickly gaining a sizeable following and local fame in South Wales.
They recorded several tracks with producer Joe Meek in 1964, but struggled to get noticed by major record labels. A chance encounter with Decca producer Peter Sullivan led to a brief pairing with manager Phil Solomon, but the group continued to gig in South Wales. It wasn't until Sir Tom met manager Gordon Mills, who introduced him to London, that things really took off. Mills renamed him "Tom Jones" after the hit 1963 film, marking the start of his illustrious career.
