Released in 1966, “When a Man Loves a Woman” became Percy Sledge’s signature song and one of the greatest soul ballads of all time. The heartfelt performance, powerful vocals, and emotional lyrics helped the song reach No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and the R&B chart, making it an instant classic.
Why not the others?
- A. Ike & Tina Turner were famous for hits like Proud Mary and River Deep – Mountain High, but they did not originally record this song.
- C. Firefall is a soft rock band best known for songs such as You Are the Woman, and they weren’t active during the song’s 1966 release.
🎤 Fun Fact:
“When a Man Loves a Woman” has been covered by many artists over the years, including Michael Bolton, whose 1991 version also became a major hit. However, the unforgettable original that made history in 1966 belongs to Percy Sledge.
🎉 If you answered B, congratulations—you really know your classic music! Stay tuned for more fun music quizzes and see how many legends you can recognize.
B. Percy Sledge ✅
