Most fans and critics consider the to be his definitive version.
The following report summarizes the key versions and reception of Tom Jones’ rendition of The Beatles’ classic "Yesterday." Tom Jones - Yesterday (best version)
: A studio-recorded version released two years before the Vegas live album. While technically polished, it is often viewed as less visceral than the live versions. Most fans and critics consider the to be
: Recorded at the Flamingo Hotel during the peak of his vocal power, this version appears on the album Tom Jones Live in Las Vegas . Tom Jones - Yesterday (best version)
: This version is frequently included in his Beatles-themed collections alongside covers of "Hey Jude" and "Let It Be". Critical Reception Tom Jones - Yesterday (This is Tom Jones TV Show, 1969)