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**Bio: Atilla The Hun** Real Name: Atilla The Hun Born: March 24, 1892 Died: February 22, 1962 Atilla The Hun was a Trinidadian calypso singer and composer, recognized as one of the pioneers in promoting calypso music beyond its origins in Trinidad and Tobago. He began his singing career in 1911 as a lead singer for a Carnival masquerade band in Port of Spain. By the 1920s, he was performing in calypso tents and gained significant popularity, especially during the 1930s and 1940s. In 1934, he played a crucial role in introducing calypso to the United States. In addition to his musical career, Atilla made history as the first calypsonian to hold elected public office. He was elected to the Port of Spain City Council in 1946 and later to the Legislative Council of Trinidad and Tobago in 1950, representing St. George County East.

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