Pablo (Filipino musician)
John Paulo Bagnas Nase, known professionally as Pablo, 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. He was honored as 2025 Artist of the Year by 10th Wish Music Awards.
Early life
Pablo was born on September 14, 1994, in Imus, Cavite, Philippines. 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 in his senior year, he worked as a call center representative. After graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in English degree, Pablo worked as a data analyst in Makati. He had a passion for performing in his early years but was afraid of sharing it with others except his inner circles.Career
Pre-debut: Auditions
In 2016, Pablo auditioned for ShowBT Philippines after meeting their Korean trainer at a Korean musical. He was subtle in his performances and underplayed his skills in performing, reluctant to show them to other people. However, Pablo continued to pursue performing as it was his passion. He was the first member of SB19 to audition at the talent agency. After passing the auditions, he started training for two years and became part of the NARRA trainee group. Due to the pressure of the training program, he resigned from his work as a data analyst to focus on training. The trainee group performed at various events of the agency.2018–2021: ''SB19'' debut, songwriting and production
Of all of the members of SB19, Pablo trained the longest. Implementing the Korean idol training system, ShowBT Philippines conducted evaluations weekly by removing underperforming trainees. Pablo received a slot for the final line-up for SB19 as the band's leader and rapper. On 26 October 2018, Pablo debuted with fellow members Josh, Stell, Justin, and Ken with "Tilaluha" written by himself. As a leader, Pablo helps his co-members even in their solo career and focused on the idea of "choosing to be kind" reminding their fans to be humble always.Pablo served as the main songwriter of the band's songs participating on all of the singles such as "Go Up" and "Alab ". Pablo was also credited as the lyricist of the boy band's debut Get in the Zone released on 31 July 2020. SB19's debut extended play Pagsibol released on 22 July 2021 was co-produced and written by Pablo.
2022: Solo debut
On 28 January 2022, Pablo released his first solo track "La Luna" under Sony Music Philippines. The song focused about his feelings and beliefs and acceptance of shortcomings free from society's unrealistic and unhealthy expectations.Pablo started his career in producing outside SB19 with hip-hop group PLAN B's R&B song "Love" released on 13 April 2022.
In 2024, Pablo became a coach in GMA Network's adaptation of The Voice Kids, joining his fellow SB19 member Stell, who was also the coach since The Voice Generations.
Artistry
Influences
Pablo's inspirations are Filipino hip hop artists Loonie and Gloc-9. He also admires the styles of Bigbang's G-Dragon, Ez Mil, Eminem, and NF.Awards and nominations
| Award ceremony | Year | Category | Nominee/work | Result | |
| Djooky Music Awards – Spring Edition | 2021 | Best Song | "Determinado" | Won | |
| Village Pipol Choice Award | 2022 | Composer of the Year | "Mapa" | Won | |
| Village Pipol Choice Award | 2023 | Composer of the Year | "WYAT" | Won | |
| Village Pipol Choice Award | 2024 | Composer of the Year | "Gento" | Won | |
| Awit Awards | 2023 | Best Performance by a Male Recording Artist | "La Luna" | Nomitated | |
| Awit Awards | 2023 | People's Voice Favorite Male Artist | Pablo | Nomitated | |
| PPOP Awards | 2023 | Top Male Leader of the Year | Pablo | Won | |
| 10th Wish Music Awards | 2025 | Artist of the Year | Pablo | Won |