Percy Sledge wrote and released the song "When a Man Loves a Woman." The track was first recorded in 1966 and became a major hit, credited to the songwriters Calvin Lewis and Andrew Wright, with Sledge delivering the defining vocal performance. Details:
- Songwriters: Calvin Lewis and Andrew Wright.
- First recording and release: 1966; released as a single and later included on the album of the same name.
- Notable chart performance: Reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and R&B charts in 1966.
- Percy's role: Sledge’s rendition is widely recognized as the definitive version, and his emotional delivery remains the defining aspect of the song.
If you’d like, I can provide a brief timeline of notable cover versions (e.g., Bette Midler, Michael Bolton) and their chart impacts.
