Clyde Lee McCoy (December 29, 1903 – June 11, 1990) was an influential American jazz trumpeter, renowned for his signature tune "Sugar Blues." Born in Ashland, Kentucky, McCoy's musical journey began in Portsmouth, Ohio, where he self-taught the trumpet and performed at local events. By age 14, he was playing on Cincinnati riverboats, becoming one of the youngest musicians on the Mississippi River.

McCoy's career took a significant turn in 1930 when he performed "Sugar Blues" at Chicago's Drake Hotel, which led to a recording contract with Columbia Records. The song became an international success, selling over fourteen million copies by the time of his retirement in 1985. McCoy was also a co-founder of Down Beat magazine in 1935 and had a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Throughout his career, McCoy's orchestra enjoyed long engagements at prestigious venues like the Drake Hotel and Terrace Gardens in Chicago. Despite the challenges of the Great Depression, he maintained a prolific recording career, especially after signing with Decca Records in 1935.

McCoy was married to Maxine Bennett from 1945 until his death in 1990. Maxine, a member of the Bennett Sisters, performed with his band from 1937 to 1941. Known for his "wah-wah" trumpet style, McCoy's influence extended beyond his recordings, inspiring many young trumpet players. He passed away in Memphis, Tennessee, at the age of 86.