Huey "Piano" Smith and The Clowns were an influential American rhythm and blues band active during the 1950s and 1960s. They were recognized for their distinctive New Orleans sound, marked by Smith's rollicking piano style and humorous lyrical themes that were often acted out by the band, adding a theatrical element to their performances. The band's most notable hits include "Don't You Just Know It" and "Rocking Pneumonia and the Boogie Woogie Flu," both of which have been widely covered and sampled, underscoring their enduring influence in popular music. Their contributions to the development of rock and roll and the New Orleans music scene are significant.