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Clarence Carter, blues and soul singer known for hits 'Strokin'' and 'Patches,' dies at 90

LA Times 1 min read 3 days ago

<p>Clarence Carter, the Grammy-nominated blues and soul singer known for the raunchy hit 'Strokin',' which was featured in Eddie Murphy's "The Nutty Professor," has died. He was 90.</p>
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