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

Clarence Carter, the blues and soul singer-songwriter known for hits like “Patches” and “Strokin’,” has died at age 90

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According to ABC News’s source item, Clarence Carter, soul singer known for ‘Patches’ and ‘Strokin’,’ dies at 90, Clarence Carter, the blues and soul singer-songwriter known for hits like “Patches” and “Strokin’,” has died at age 90

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Clarence Carter, soul singer known for 'Patches' and 'Strokin',' dies at 90ABC News - 2026-05-15T12:04:07+00:00

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