Clarence "Frogman" Henry Singer (Clarence Henry) - 23 February 2018
Clarence Henry II (born March 19, 1937), known as Clarence "Frogman" Henry, is an American rhythm and blues singer and pianist, best known for his hits "Ain't Got No Home" (1956) and "But I Do" (1961). Clarence Henry was born in New Orleans in 1937, moving to the Algiers neighborhood in 1948. He started learning piano as a child, with Fats Domino and Professor Longhair being his main influences. When Henry played in talent shows, he dressed like Longhair and wore a wig with braids on both sides. He joined Bobby Mitchell & the Toppers in 1952, playing piano and trombone, before leaving when he graduated in 1955 to join saxophonist Eddie Smith's band. He used his trademark croak to improvise the song "Ain't Got No Home" one night in 1955.
Sent him 2 photos on 30 Jan and got them back signed 21 Feb.. He also sent an 81/2 X 51/2 B/W photo and an 8X10 that are also signed.. Signed them all Frogman Henry..
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Mr. Clarence "Frogman" Henry
3309 Lawrence St.
New Orleans, LA. 70114 |
