Introduction
At Nearly 80, Sir Tom Jones Still Makes the Stage Flip, Flop & Fly
At an age when many artists from his generation have stepped away from the spotlight, Sir Tom Jones chose to do the opposite at Hootenanny 2020: he lit up the stage with pure, unfiltered energy.
Flip, Flop & Fly may not be his most famous song, but it became a powerful statement that night. Rooted in classic 1950s American rhythm & blues, the song demands confidence, stamina, and a fearless performer — qualities Tom Jones still possesses in abundance.
He didn’t rely on modern effects or flashy choreography.
Instead, he trusted what had always carried him: a commanding voice, natural charisma, and an undeniable love for music.
What made the performance unforgettable wasn’t just that he could still sing — it was how much joy he clearly took in doing so. Every smile, every subtle movement, every note felt alive. Sir Tom Jones wasn’t chasing his past; he was standing firmly in the present, proving that passion has no expiration date.
In a world obsessed with youth, Flip, Flop & Fly at Hootenanny 2020 delivered a simple but powerful message:
true artists never age out of the music they love.