Henk Wijngaard

Henk Wijngaard

Henk Wijngaard (b. Stadskanaal, June 13, 1946) is a Dutch country singer.

Wijngaard's mother was a refugee from France and his father a Canadian allied soldier. He was initially employed as a truck driver.[1] In 1978 he had his breakthrough hit with the self-penned song, "Met de vlam in de pijp". After this followed 20 further Dutch Top 40 hits, many on the themes of truck driving.

Discography

Singles (Dutch chart positions)

References

  1. Hoos, Willem (16 January 1982). Pirates Shake Dutch Cable TV. Billboard. pp. 47–48. Retrieved 15 May 2010.