'When A Man Loves A Woman': The Story Behind The Cover

On 'American Idol,' Michael Lynche put his spin on Percy Sledge's #1 hit.By Eric Ditzian In 1966, R&B singer Percy Sledge's "When a Man Loves a Woman" rose to #1 on the Billboard Hot 100. Almost 25 years later, Michael Bolton covered the tune and brought it back to the top of the singles chart. And on Tuesday night, "American Idol" hopeful Michael Lynche hauled out the song for Billboard #1 hits theme week. The judges weren't entirely impressed with Lynche's soulful rendition — Kara...

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