Metallica includes a cover of Tom Jones’ “Delilah” during a show at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium, even though the track has been banned from the venue. Multiple reports say the stadium does not allow the song to be performed on-site because of its lyrical content, specifically references to domestic violence. According to coverage, the ban is tied to a 2023 decision by the Welsh Rugby Union, which ruled that “Delilah” could not be played at Principality Stadium for that reason. Despite the restriction, Metallica performs the song as a tribute, reportedly as a nod to the Welsh pop icon Tom Jones. The outlets describe the performance as part of the band’s live set at the stadium and share watchable footage of the moment. The reports do not indicate any official change to the earlier ban or that the restriction was lifted for the concert; instead, they emphasize the fact that the song was played notwithstanding the venue’s stated policy.