Larry Verne was an American pop singer, best known for his novelty hits in the early 1960s. He was renowned for his comedic storytelling style, which was distinctive in the pop music scene of his era. His most notable song, "Mr. Custer", topped the Billboard Hot 100 in 1960 and remains an enduring classic in the novelty genre. Despite his brief career, Verne's unique musical style provided a humorous counterpoint to the more serious trends of his time.