Michael Bolton & Seal bring the soul to “When A Man Loves A Woman” / “It’s a Man’s World” mashup

At the Mandalay Bay hotel in Las Vegas, David Foster took to the stage, accompanied as usual by his renowned guests. During this exceptional performance, Michael Bolton and Seal delivered a stunning mashup of “When A Man Loves A Woman” and “It’s A Man’s Man’s Man’s World.” As the talented band expertly navigated the complex arrangement, Foster showcased his skills on the piano.

Bolton commenced the performance with a heartfelt interpretation of “When A Man Loves A Woman,” allowing his emotions to resonate profoundly. Just two minutes into the act, Seal made an unexpected entrance, remarking, “Well Michael, that was quite sensational, but I have a somewhat different perspective.” Subsequently, Seal guided the band into “It’s A Man’s World.” Outshining Bolton is no easy task, yet Seal’s impassioned delivery succeeded admirably.

That evening, Foster and the band delivered an exceptional performance, with a seamless transition between the two songs. Following this, Seal and Bolton joined forces to perform “When A Man Loves A Woman,” enhancing the R&B rhythm established in “It’s A Man’s World” as they poured their emotions into the song. It was an exhilarating experience to observe the remarkable synergy between these two outstanding vocalists.

Bolton delivered a captivating performance, seemingly motivated by Seal’s presence, which enabled him to tap into his competitive spirit and enhance his vocal delivery to unprecedented levels. Garnering 101 million views, the video swiftly emerged as David Foster’s most viewed work on YouTube. Additionally, Foster’s dynamic collaboration with Earth, Wind & Fire on “September” and “After The Love Has Gone” also achieved significant success online that evening, amassing 5.5 million views.

One of the numerous comments expressed by amazed domestic fans of the Bolton/Seal collaboration was, “It is impossible not to sense the soul emanating from these two.” The performance showcased superb, world-class acting that is destined to be remembered in history. The singing is not only remarkable, but the impeccable arrangement is equally breathtaking. The musicianship displayed is truly outstanding.

Percy Sledge initially recorded “When a Man Loves a Woman” in 1966, with the lyrics composed by Andrew Wright and Calvin Lewis. Upon its original release, Sledge’s rendition reached the pinnacle of the US charts. In 1991, Michael Bolton revived the song, bringing it back to the top of the Billboard Hot 100 with his interpretation.