This 1963 single marked an early success for Rob de Nijs, translating a global hit into Dutch. The song remained a staple of his live performances for decades.
- The original song, "Rhythm of the Rain," was a 1962 hit for the American group The Cascades. De Nijs's Dutch version reached number one on the Dutch singles chart. The single was released on the small Cliff Records label.
- The B-side to the single was "Jij bent mijn alles" (You are my everything). De Nijs would go on to have many more hits in the Netherlands.
- The translation and arrangement were handled by Boudewijn de Groot and René Gaag. De Nijs's version was released on March 14, 1963.
Rob de Nijs is a Dutch singer, active in pop and rock music since the 1960s. "Ritme van de regen" was released early in his career, before his major international success.
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