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: Although Sledge contributed significantly to the song's creation, the official songwriting credits were given to Calvin Lewis and Andrew Wright , members of his band (The Esquires), who helped him refine the arrangement. Legacy & Covers

: The song was recorded in Sheffield, Alabama , at Norala Studios. percy_sledge_when_a_man_loves_a_woman_original_...

: It holds the distinction of being the first song from Atlantic Records to top both of these major charts. : Although Sledge contributed significantly to the song's

: The track earned a gold-certified disc from the RIAA for selling over a million copies. Composition & Recording : The track earned a gold-certified disc from

Percy Sledge - When A Man Loves A Woman (Official Lyric Video)

: The song was a massive hit, reaching #1 on both the Billboard Hot 100 and the R&B singles charts .

The song has been reimagined in numerous genres, including country, rock, and jazz.