Percy Sledge
18 records available
Percy Sledge
With "When a Man Loves a Woman", the singer achieved worldwide recognition in 1966 and secured a place in the international charts. The single became synonymous with soulful Southern Soul of the 1960s and remains one of the most played classics of the genre to this day. Even decades later, this song is still a staple of oldies and soul compilations.
Percy Sledge – Achievements & musical relevance
The American singer became known for his distinctive, emotional voice and his interpretation of ballads in the soul and rhythm & blues context. In addition to "When a Man Loves a Woman", tracks such as "Warm and Tender Love" and "Take Time to Know Her" are also among his successful releases. Sledge’s recordings are exemplary of 1960s deep soul and still appeal to a wide audience who appreciate classic soul music.
Discover Percy Sledge vinyl releases
For collectors and music lovers, various 7'' singles are available, including When a man loves a woman/ Take time to know her (7'' Vinyl), The dock of the bay/ Warm and tender love (7'' Vinyl) and Love me tender (7'' Vinyl), which document key stages of his career.
The selection also offers new listeners a direct introduction to the key works of Percy Sledge.
- Genre: Soul, Rhythm & Blues
- Origin: USA
- Active: 1960s to 2000s
- Notable: Breakthrough with "When a Man Loves a Woman" as an international soul anthem
