Fans Still Can’t Get Over Janis Joplin And Tom Jones’ High-Voltage “Raise Your Hand” Duet

At the height of his fame, Tom Jones brought some of the biggest names in music onto his variety show, This Is Tom Jones. Running from 1969 to 1971, the show was known for its electrifying performances, but few moments matched the raw energy of his duet with Janis Joplin.

When the two powerhouses took the stage for “Raise Your Hand,” the result was pure magic—Jones’ commanding vocals meshed seamlessly with Joplin’s fiery, blues-infused delivery. It was a collision of soul, rock, and sheer stage presence, proving that great music transcends genres.

Jones, known for his smooth, powerhouse vocals, held his own against Joplin’s raw, soul-stirring blues-rock intensity. But as always, Joplin’s fiery energy and unmistakable voice stole the spotlight, leaving the audience in awe. Decades later, their performance continues to captivate, racking up 14.7M views, with fans flooding the comments to praise the electrifying energy Joplin brought to the stage.

One complimented, “Tom Jones hit an F5 in this performance. That is the highest note I have ever heard him sing. Janis Joplin got him moving and worked it in this duet.”

Another shared their memory, “Remember when this was live on the Tom Jones show my mom loved him and Janis too like we all did. When they did this duet my whole family was up and dancing , jumping up and down in the living room except for my dad who just sat drinking his beer laughing and enjoying the whole scene. Those were great times, a very special time, I really miss those days.”