Clarence Frogman Henry
Clarence Henry II (March 19, 1937 – April 7, 2024), known as Clarence “Frogman” Henry, was an American rhythm and blues singer and pianist, best known for his hits “Ain’t Got No Home” (1956) and “(I Don’t Know Why) But I Do” (1961).
Clarence Henry was born in New Orleans on March 19, 1937. In 1947 he moved to the Algiers neighborhood, where he resided for the rest of his life. He started learning piano as a child, with Fats Domino and Professor Longhair 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, and left when he graduated in 1955 to join saxophonist Eddie Smith’s band.