ABOUT WINNE
Dutch rapper who first gained notice with songs like "Top 3 MC" before releasing his debut album Winne Zonder Strijdto much fanfare. The album earned him several State Awards, including Best Album and Best Artist.
He began living in Rotterdam, Netherlands at age 18. He originally rapped in English under the stage name Static before switching to Dutch.
In 2011, he participated in the cover song television show Ali B Op Volle Toeren.
His real name is Winston Bergwijn.
His song "W.I.N.N.E." features a sample of the Frank Zappa song "Uncle Remus."
