Donnie, Yves Berendse is a Dutch singer-songwriter and musician associated with the pop and singer-songwriter traditions of the Netherlands. Best known simply as Donnie, he rose to prominence in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, performing Dutch-language pop and ballads that emphasize melodic songwriting and emotive vocal delivery. His work typically features straightforward arrangements rooted in pop-rock and adult contemporary styles, with lyrical themes centered on relationships and everyday life. Donnie has been active in the Dutch music scene as a recording and performing artist, contributing to radio-oriented pop and maintaining a presence in the region’s popular music circuit.