Hein Simons, also known as Heintje, is a Dutch singer who gained fame as a child star in the late 1960s. Born on August 12, 1955, in Kerkrade, Heintje's angelic soprano voice captured the hearts of many across Europe when he was just a young boy. His career took off after he won a talent contest in 1967, which led to a recording contract. He achieved international success with his hit single "Mama" in 1967, which bec
... ViacHein Simons, also known as Heintje, is a Dutch singer who gained fame as a child star in the late 1960s. Born on August 12, 1955, in Kerkrade, Heintje's angelic soprano voice captured the hearts of many across Europe when he was just a young boy. His career took off after he won a talent contest in 1967, which led to a recording contract. He achieved international success with his hit single "Mama" in 1967, which became a signature song for him and sold over two million copies worldwide.
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