“I Could’ve Had a Beatles Song!” — Tom Jones Opens Up About His Biggest Regret in Music

In a career filled with unforgettable hits and thunderous standing ovations, it’s hard to imagine Tom Jones regretting anything. But as it turns out, even the Welsh icon known for “It’s Not Unusual” and “Delilah” carries one major “what if” — and it involves The Beatles.

In a rare and candid interview, Sir Tom revealed that he once had the opportunity to record a song written by the legendary duo Paul McCartney and John Lennon. Yes, the Beatles offered him an original track — one that could have gone down in history as a powerhouse collaboration. But in a twist no one saw coming, Tom had to turn it down.

Why? Timing.

According to Tom, the offer came with one catch: he had to release the song immediately. Unfortunately, his record label at the time had already locked in the release schedule for his next single and refused to shift plans. The window closed. The song disappeared. And Tom never got another shot at it.

“It was there for the taking,” he admitted. “A Lennon–McCartney song, written just for me. But because of red tape, I never got to sing it. I still think about what could’ve been.”

While Jones never revealed the exact title of the track — a mystery that continues to tantalize fans — the story offers a fascinating glimpse into how even the biggest names in music are sometimes at the mercy of business decisions beyond their control.

In the end, Tom Jones’ legacy remains secure — but the lost Beatles song will forever be the hit that never was.