Artist Bio:
Percy Sledge was an American R&B and soul singer-songwriter, born on November 25, 1940, in Leighton, Alabama, and passed away on April 14, 2015. He is best known for his classic soul ballad "When a Man Loves a Woman," which was released in 1966 and became a huge hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song's heartfelt lyrics and Sledge's soulful delivery made it an enduring classic that has been covered by many artists over the years.
Sledge continued to have success with other hits like "Warm and Tender Love" and "Take Time to Know Her." He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2005 and the Alabama Music Hall of Fame in 1993. Percy Sledge's soulful voice and emotional delivery have left a lasting impact on the music world, solidifying his legacy as one of the greats of soul music.
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