Pablo (Filipino musician) explained

Pablo
Other Names:Sejun
Birth Date:14 September 1994
Birth Place:Imus City, Cavite, Philippines
Alma Mater:Polytechnic University of the Philippines
Relatives:Joshua Daniel Nase (brother)
Years Active:2018–present
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Instruments:Vocals
Current Member Of:SB19

John Paulo Bagnas Nase (born September 14, 1994), known professionally as Pablo (formerly Sejun), is a Filipino singer, songwriter, rapper, dancer, and record producer. He is a member of the Filipino boy band SB19 and CEO of 1Z Entertainment, a company built and managed by SB19 members.

Early life

Pablo was born on September 14, 1994, in Imus, Cavite, Philippines.[1] He is the second-born child along with two sisters and two brothers. In high school, he served as a point guard in their basketball varsity team. He entered college at the Polytechnic University of the Philippines, and while on his senior year, he worked as a call center representative. After graduating with Bachelor of Arts in English degree, Pablo worked as a data analyst in Makati. He had the passion for performing in his early years but was afraid of sharing it to others except to his inner circles.

Career

See main article: article and SB19.

Pre-debut: Auditions

In 2016, Pablo auditioned for ShowBT Philippines after meeting their Korean trainer at a Korean musical.[2] He was being subtle in expressing his skills in performing because he did not want to show it to other people. However, Pablo still pursued performing as it was his passion. He was the first member of SB19 to audition in the talent agency. After passing the auditions, he started training for two years and became part of NARRA trainee group.[3] [4] Due to the pressure in the training program, he resigned from his work as a data analyst to focus on the training. The trainee group performed at various events in the agency.[5]

2018–2021: SB19 debut, songwriting and production

Of all of the members of SB19, Pablo trained the longest.[6] Implementing the Korean idol training system, ShowBT Philippines conducted evaluations weekly by removing underperforming trainees.[7] Pablo received a slot for the final line-up for SB19 as the band's leader and rapper.[8] [9] On 26 October 2018, Pablo debuted with fellow members Josh, Stell, Justin, and Ken with "Tilaluha" written by Pablo himself.[10] [11] Being a leader, Pablo always focused on the idea of "always choosing to be kind" reminding their fans and members to be humble always.[12]

Pablo served as the main songwriter of the band's songs participating on all of the singles such as "Go Up" (2019) and "Alab (Burning)" (2020).[13] [14] [15] Pablo was also credited as the lyricist of the boy band's debut Get in the Zone (2020) released on 31 July 2020. SB19's debut extended play Pagsibol (EP) released on 22 July 2021 was co-produced and written by Pablo.[16]

2022: Solo debut

On 28 January 2022, Pablo released his first solo track "La Luna" (2022) under Sony Music Philippines.[17] The song focused about his feelings and beliefs[18] and acceptance of shortcomings free from society's unrealistic and unhealthy expectations.[19]

Pablo started his career in producing outside SB19 with hip-hop group PLAN B's R&B[20] song "Love" released on 13 April 2022.[21] [22]

Artistry

Influences

Pablo's inspirations were Filipino hip hop artists Loonie and Gloc-9. He also admired the styles of Bigbang's G-Dragon, Ez Mil, Eminem, and NF.[23]

Discography

See main article: SB19 discography and List of songs recorded by SB19.

As lead artist

List of singles showing year released and album name
TitleYearAlbum
"La Luna"2022
"Edsa"2024

Production credits

YearArtist(s)SongAlbumLyricistProducer
CreditedWithCreditedWith
2024Stell"Anino"RoomJosue (Radkidz)Josue (Radkidz)
"Room"Josue (Radkidz)Josue (Radkidz)
Pablo"Edsa"
2023SB19"Gento"Pagtatag
"I Want You"August Rigo
"Crimzone"Simon Servida
"Ilaw"
"Liham"
"Freedom"Josue (Radkidz)Oh-won Lee
2022SB19"Nyebe"Thyro Alfaro
"WYAT (Where You At)"Joshua Daniel Nase
"Make Your Green Mark"Joshua Daniel Nase
SB19, Ohwon Lee"Love Yours"Real Recognize ReallLee Oh-wonl
Pablo"La Luna"Thyro Alfaro
2021SB19"Ligaya"llEmil Dela Rosa
SB19, Ben&Ben"Kapangyarihan"ll
Josue, Pablo"Determinado"lJoshua Daniel NaselJoshua Daniel Nase
SB19"What?"Pagsibol
"Mapa"
"Bazinga"Simon Servida
"Mana"Simon Servida
"Ikako"Thyro Alfaro
"SLMT"Simon Servida
"The One"ll
2020"Alab (Burning)"Get in the Zonell
"Go Up"ll
"Tilaluha"ll
"Love Goes"ll
"Hanggang sa Huli"ll
"Wag Mong Ikunot ang Iyong Noo"ll
Josue, Pablo"Akala"lJoshua Daniel NaselJoshua Daniel Nase

Videography

See also: SB19 videography.

Music video

List of music videos showing year released, director, and length
YearTitleDirector(s)Length
2022"La Luna"Pablo3:50[24]
2024"Determinado"John Manalo3:17[25]

Live performances

See main article: List of SB19 live performances.

Awards and nominations

See main article: List of awards and nominations received by SB19.

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YearCategoryNominee(s)/work(s)Result
Djooky Music Awards (DMA) – Spring Edition2021Best Song"Determinado"[26]
Village Pipol Choice Award2022Composer of the Year"Mapa"[27]
2023"WYAT"[28]
2024"Gento"[29]
Awit Awards2023Best Performance by a Male Recording Artist"La Luna"[30]
People's Voice Favorite Male ArtistPablo
PPOP Awards2023Top Male Leader of the YearPablo[31] [32]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: 2020-06-21. SB19 Facts – You're Not a Fan if You Don't Know This!. 2021-03-11. Poorita MiraSEOUL. en-US.
  2. Web site: CNN- Philippines. https://web.archive.org/web/20200709170859/https://cnnphilippines.com/404.html. dead. July 9, 2020. 2021-03-11. cnnphilippines.com. en.
  3. Web site: 2018-09-02. EXCLUSIVE: SB19 talks about dreams, the road to debut KStreetManila. 2021-03-11. en-US.
  4. Web site: 2020-06-11. ShowBT Entertainment Is Looking For Content Creators!. 2021-03-11. uDOu PH. en-US.
  5. Web site: 2016-12-26. OFFROAD, Narra join forces for a fun ShowBT Night 2016 KStreetManila. 2021-03-11. en-US.
  6. Web site: September 5, 2019. Jacinda A.. Lopez . What You Need To Know About SB19, The Pinoy Boy Group The Internet Can't Stop Talking About. 2021-03-11. COSMO.PH. en-ph.
  7. Web site: Malonzo-Balane. Cristina. SB19, gustong makilala bilang Pinoy Pop group. 2021-03-11. Push.
  8. Web site: December 29, 2019. Twila. Bergania. Cosmo.ph Exclusive: SB19 On Their K-Pop Influences And Filipino Roots. 2021-03-11. COSMO.PH. en-ph.
  9. Web site: Estrebello. Fern. 2020-02-16. Get to know Sejun, the great leader of SB19. 2021-03-11. Village Pipol Magazine. en-US.
  10. Web site: 2018-10-26. WATCH: SB19 debuts 'Tilaluha' MV feat. BNF's Harang and Ms. Korea Philippines 2018 KStreetManila. 2021-03-11. en-US.
  11. Web site: September 5, 2019. Jacinda A.. Lopez . What You Need To Know About SB19, The Pinoy Boy Group The Internet Can't Stop Talking About. 2021-03-11. COSMO.PH. en-ph.
  12. Web site: Estrebello. Fern. 2020-02-16. Get to know Sejun, the great leader of SB19. 2021-03-11. Village Pipol Magazine. en-US.
  13. Web site: SB19 – Get in the Zone – Credits. 2021-03-11. listen.tidal.com. en.
  14. Web site: 2020-07-22. SB19 on their new album and why "Go Up" is so important. 2021-03-11. Scout Magazine. en-US.
  15. Web site: Olaguera. Chriselle. 2019-12-24. SB19 releases 1st official single "Alab" under Sony Music Philippines. 2021-03-11. Annyeong Oppa. en-US.
  16. Web site: 2021-07-16 . SB19 share tracklist for upcoming EP, 'Pagsibol' . 2022-04-23 . NME . en.
  17. Web site: 2022-02-03 . SB19's Pablo releases solo debut single 'La Luna' . 2022-04-23 . The Manila Times . en.
  18. Web site: 2022-01-28 . To The Moon And Back: SB19's Pablo Unleashes The Inner Alpha In His Powerful Debut Solo Single, La Luna – NYLON MANILA . 2022-04-23 . nylonmanila.com . en-US.
  19. Web site: 2022-01-31 . SB19's PABLO breaks free from his inner demons in 'La Luna' music video . 2022-04-23 . NME . en.
  20. Web site: Plan B and SB19's Pablo Collaborate on "Love" . MYX. April 14, 2022 .
  21. Web site: 2022-04-14 . PLAN B collaborate with SB19's Pablo for debut single 'Love' . 2022-04-23 . NME . en.
  22. Web site: 2022-04-13 . PLAN B team up with SB19's Pablo on debut single 'Love' – listen . 2022-04-23 . PLAN B team up with SB19's Pablo on debut single 'Love' – listen Bandwagon Music media championing and spotlighting music in Asia. . en.
  23. Web site: 2018-09-02. EXCLUSIVE: SB19 talks about dreams, the road to debut KStreetManila. 2021-03-11. en-US.
  24. Web site: PABLO 'La Luna' Official MV. January 28, 2022. PABLO. YouTube. January 28, 2022.
  25. Web site: PABLO X JOSUE DETERMINADO Official MV. February 16, 2024. PABLO . YouTube. February 16, 2024.
  26. Web site: Cruz. Dana. June 2, 2021. entertainment.inquirer.net. SB19's Pablo wins at Djooky Music Awards for song 'Determinado'.
  27. Web site: Lorejo. Leanne. March 3, 2022. VP Choice Awards 2021: The Full List of Winners.
  28. Web site: Robles. Renziel. March 20, 2023. 4th VP Choice Awards 2023: Complete lists.
  29. Web site: Robles. Renziel. March 21, 2024. 5th VP Choice Awards 2024: Complete lists.
  30. Web site: Awit Awards. List of Nominations at Awit Awards 2023. Facebook. September 10, 2023.
  31. Web site: Still the Kings: SB19, sweeps the 8th PPOP Awards 2023 by Jia Bote. Daily Tribune. December 2, 2023.
  32. Web site: Complete list of winners at the 8th PPOP Awards 2023 by Jonathan Hicap. Manila Bulletin . December 2, 2023.