About
Wildly popular German composer whose albums have sold more than 80 million copies. He is perhaps best known for his 1969 composition "Happy Heart."
Before Fame
His hometown of Bremen came under fire from bomb attacks during World War II.
Trivia
He received the ECHO prize for Lifetime Achievement in 1994.
Family Life
He credited his wife and son with helping him to create music.
Associated With
His composition "Einsamer Hirte" appeared on the soundtrack to Kill Bill: Vol. 1, a film directed by Quentin Tarantino.
