Posted on April 14, 2015 by laureng Percy Sledge dies at 73 Percy Sledge, the singer behind the 1966 hit “When A Man Loves A Woman”, has passed away from liver cancer at the age of 73. His last record was The Gospel of Percy Sledge released in 2013. Related posts: Flaming Lips to release a Sgt. Peppers cover album Linkin Park cancel rest of tour with Of Mice and Men and Rise Against Brand New announces shows in South Africa and Texas Bring Me The Horizon release live video for “Happy Song”