In 1957, the Eurovision Song Contest took place in Frankfurt, West Germany, and saw the participation of ten countries. The contest, which was only in its second year, was already gaining popularity and attracting a wide audience.
Among the ten countries competing in the contest that year were Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands. Each country presented their best musical talent in the hopes of winning the prestigious title of Eurovision Song Contest winner.
After all the performances were completed, it was the Netherlands who emerged victorious with the song “Net als toen” performed by Corry Brokken. The song, which was a ballad about lost love and longing, struck a chord with the audience and the judges, earning the Netherlands their first ever victory in the Eurovision Song Contest.
Corry Brokken’s emotional and powerful performance captured the hearts of viewers across Europe and solidified her place in Eurovision history. The win for the Netherlands in 1957 marked the beginning of a long and successful history in the Eurovision Song Contest, with the country going on to win the competition four more times in the following years.
The 1957 Eurovision Song Contest was a memorable event that showcased the diversity and talent of European music. The victory for the Netherlands was a significant milestone in the country’s musical history and established them as a force to be reckoned with in the world of Eurovision.