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Clarence "Frogman" Henry
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American rhythm and blues singer and pianist (1937–2024)
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Clarence "Frogman" Henry (born Clarence Henry II in New Orleans, LA on 19 March 1937; died 7 April 2024) was an American rhythm and blues singer and pianist remembered for his hits "Ain't Got No Home" (1956) and "(I Don't Know Why) But I Do" (1961). In April 2007, he was honored for his contributions to Louisiana music with induction into the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame. Fats Domino & Professor Longhair were young Henry's main influences, whilst growing up. <a href="https://www.last.fm/music/
Wikidata facts
- Instance of
- human
- Family name
- Henry
- Gender
- male
- Citizenship
- United States
- Place of birth
- New Orleans
- Occupation
- pianist
- Languages spoken
- English language
- Genre
- jazz
- Instrument
- voice
- Record label
- Cadet Records
- Image
- Clarence "Frogman" Henry.jpg
- Work location
- New Orleans
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- date of birth
- 1937-03-19
- influenced by
- Fats Domino
- ethnic group
- African Americans
- nickname
- Frogman
- start of work period
- 1952-00-00
- date of death
- 2024-04-07
- Commons category
- Clarence "Frogman" Henry
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