In 1964, Les Reed and Gordon Mills wrote a song that would launch Tom Jones to international fame. The tune was catchy, lively, and unforgettable once you heard it.
Indeed, “It’s Not Unusual” is a delightful song and a perfect choice for 62-year-old Matthew Comis on The Voice Senior. After impressing the judges with his audition of the 1978 pop hit “You To Me Are Everything,” he needed a strong finish for The Voice Sing-Offs. “It’s Not Unusual” seemed ideal, though matching Tom Jones’s iconic voice is no easy feat. This was a bold choice.
Before the song starts, the 62-year-old singer stands before the judges, dazzling in a sparkling black vest. He gives a knowing smile and a quick nod to his coach, singer/songwriter Mark Forster, who is eager to hear the performance. Then the music begins with the familiar beat and powerful horns that mark the start of Tom Jones’s famous hit.
With a seasoned voice and confident energy, Matthew delivers a spot-on rendition, and within seconds, everyone is on their feet — judges and audience alike. In fact, that’s an understatement; not only were they standing, but they were also dancing to the beat of this lively performance.
