About The Song
“When a Man Loves a Woman” is a timeless soul ballad by Percy Sledge. Released in March 1966, it was Percy Sledge’s debut single and remains his most famous song. It topped both the Billboard Hot 100 and R&B charts, making it Atlantic Records’ first song to achieve this feat. The song explores the depth of love, depicting the emotional turmoil experienced when deeply in love.
The song serves as an ode to unconditional love, illustrating how love can conquer obstacles and heal wounds. It depicts the profound effect love has on a man, making him unable to focus on anything else but his beloved. The lyrics suggest that love can drive a man to extreme actions, emphasizing the lengths one might go for love.