ASAPinoy honors iconic OPM balladeer Basil Valdez | ASAPinoy

There’s that old saying among music buffs during the heydays of Manila Sound and the birth of OPM that no one can sing a ballad like Basil Valdez.
And it’s quite true, even a long four decades after he first walked on a stage in a Manila bar strumming an old Simon and Garfunkel cover. While there was that strong ensemble in his early years with the Circus Band in the mid-70s, Basil still stood out. And his impressive, exceptional voice was what the prolific and award-winning composer George Canseco heard.
Canseco had penned a love song for weddings he said and thought Basil was perfect for it. Basil, of course, agreed to sing it, and the rest was history.
“Ngayon at Kailanman” waxed off the Blackgold Records label under Vic del Rosario, and the song truly defined the success of OPM ever since. And that song from the album of the same title in 1977 began his storied career as a balladeer, as Canseco had more compositions for Basil that he brought to immortality-“Kastilyong Buhangin,” “Ikaw,” and “Hanggang Sa Dulo ng Walang Hanggan.” Budding composers at the time thought he was the best singer to also spark their own journeys in the music business.
The now National Artist Ryan Cayabyab was one, who would tap Basil to sing his immortal tunes-from “Paraisong Parisukat” to “Tuwing Umuulan at Kapiling Ka.” And with the best Filipino songwriters, such as Canseco, Cayabyab, Willy Cruz, Vehnee Saturno, Cecile Azarcon-Picazo, and Louie Ocampo, among others at his side, Basil was the unstoppable hitmaker through the late 1970s to the mid-1980s with songs that truly defined OPM.
From inspirational songs like “Lift Up Your Hands” and “Ngayon” and unforgettable movie theme songs such as “Paano Ba Ang Mangarap” and “Gaano Kadalas Ang Minsan,” to the heartwarming love songs “Sana Ay Ikaw Na Nga,” “You,” and “Say That You Love Me,” Basil indeed blazed the OPM trail and opened the door for other incredible Pinoy balladeers who followed his path.
Basil, while known for his meekness and humility, is one revered OPM icon who has made an indelible mark in OPM, especially with that unmistakable voice that would always touch our hearts deeply. ASAP Pinoy salutes Basil with this tribute video.
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[@pinoyako7432]

So much contribution for opm.. LIKE if qualified si sir basil for a national artist for music award..

[@MrSuperralph23]

Dapat ginagawad na sa mga singers and actors na Legends na ang award na NATIONAL ARTIST AWARD habang buhay pa sila. They deserve to feel it!

[@fumiyamnation1722]

Basil Valdez is unbeatable. Agree?

[@ronaldlee7566]

Agree, No doubt!!!

[@SkintitaApril]

101%!!!

[@jamjam02segismundovlog86]

Yes im agree 200%

[@eloisagongora4593]

Yes

[@jnid1758]

I like Gary v. more. and ogie writes his own songs. pero baka dahil di ko lng na abutan si sir basil

[@dinahanson5442]

He is the EPITOME of ballad song in the Philippine. You can love his songs what generation you come from. Plakado lahat ng kanta gawa ng mga composers. Icon for Filipino music.

[@diegorafaelfuentes8882]

ASAP NATIN 'TO, ibalik niyo naman itong ASAPinoy 🎙️🎶🎼 para naman ma honor ulit ang mga OPM Icons natin ♥️ hit blue if you agree!

[@neilpatricklisondra4379]

Today is august 7, 2020 i m watching this and find myself missing watching asap every sunday show of abs cbn honoring music icons...only abs cbn can do it...i am praying and hoping that abs cbn will be back on air again...maybe in God's own time and provisions..for all the people supporting and still waiting for abs cbn to be on air again 😇🙏🙏😇🙏🙏😇

[@aristonsanjose2035]

We do hope. But i think not under this government

[@07nhormz]

nakakatindig balahibo talaga ang ASAP Pinoy tribute, nakakaproud maging Pilipino...

[@Jose-zv2nk]

This man is truly a legend. RESPECT

[@anniedouglas5241]

My goodness! 1977. I was there! Why am I crying ? Yes, 40 years later, you are the legend! Thank you! Lead me Lord!

[@renatolatorre9998]

Basil is an icon in music👩‍❤️‍💋‍👩👩‍❤️‍💋‍👩👩‍❤️‍💋‍👩

[@giloperario1064]

I'm 54 year old now, since i was young boy i've heard so many song from this guy, i love his music so much that until now it mean so much for me!!

[@NinaUyUltra310171]

Grabe kinikilabutan ako habang nakikinig sa kanya. He is the greatest 💗

[@mdcruz872]

Im really thankful to have been born at a time when OPM was at its finest. . . when musicians and composers were at their best! . . A time when Rico Puno, Hajji Alejandro and the greatest icon of OPM - Basil Valdez were lording it over the charts. True demigods of music!! Bravo!

[@reymondcunado7081]

MD Brillantes me to wlang katolad talaga ang opm

[@mariconsunico9697]

OPM is everlasting 👍

[@teedumnavarra7458]

I'm falling in love with OPM and Basil all over again. Now that I'm older, the love has gotten deeper. Mabuhay ang OPM, mahal ko ang sariling atin.

[@khesyamaraon478]

Goodness. Artists of 70's and 80's are geniuses!

[@Oscarmd960]

I cry hearing Mr. Basil Valdez is my all-time favorite. Wow all his songs paborito ko. No one can copy him, Thank you ABS_CBN for sharing this. AMAZING! All these artists and singers are Wow I have no words to describe them. Proud to be A PILIPINO ! OPM thank you for all the wonderful music. I grew up with them.

[@rainheart091]

My God!!! HE IS INCOMPARABLE,UNBEATABLE❤

[@daisyyumol]

My old time favorite singer. I love all his songs!

[@oliviaagustin]

I miss A.S.A.P. so much! This is what ABS-CBN station is all about! ITS NOT ONLY ENTERTAINING BUT ALSO LEARNING A VALUABLE HISTORY RE OUR FILIPINO MUSICIAN AND OUR OWN MUSIC! Thanks! 🥰😍🌷🌹👏👏👏👏

[@neksy6178]

Olivia Agustin huwag mo na ako paiyakin, yan ang abs cbn is all about...walang limitation, high end artist, high class programs, abs cbn is a a pride of each and every filipinos around the word. Sayang na sayang talaga sana maibalik ito.

[@robli1852]

Basil is incomparable. One of a kind. Class act.

[@ceinlysaragailchannel3097]

in every singers success there is great composer behind. and in every composers written song there is singer's soul to interpret there master piece

[@irenedejesus4905]

He has been my idol since i was in high school and his music comforts me. He is still the Best.

[@jameseymeh]

I was born 1990, and growing up I am so happy na narinig ko si Basil Valdez kumanta. although di ko sya napanood ng live, ever, pero grabe his voice.. Is o m g!!!

[@eduardorica4536]

Naalala ko ang mga kanta ni idol basil Valdez. Ang dami kong napanalonan sa mga amatuer singging contest. Idol mabuhay ka. Kahit ngayon mga kanta mo parin ang kinakanta ko sa mga amatuer singging contest.

[@lucitodejesus9701]

As you were saying, Basil, your voice is a gift from God....I am humbly reminded that it is a good writing in the wall for me when you "visited" my book launching DREAMWORK at National Bookstore and sang 3 of your songs in your new album then, SALMO, ....you got acquainted then with Fr. Ruben Villote. It was then the founding anniversary of the Center of Migrant Youth of Fr. Ben (Sept. 18).

[@neksy6178]

Omg ....abs cbn is forever...I missed abs cbn already. Hope they will come back soon

[@aristonsanjose2035]

Probably not under this government

[@johntraviz6071]

Lumaki ako sa kanta ni Basil. All of his songs are my favorites. pag na pakinggan mo mga kanta ni basil, tatagos sa kaluluwa mo

[@janahlouhgalagaran107]

I didn’t grow up with his song but I was introduced to his wonderful and meaningful music. Mas dabest ang mga lumang kanta 🥺♥️

[@Shebangers]

Why am I crying listening to His songs... Salute to an OPM Icon Basil Valdez

[@Keiko78]

Basil Valdez is one of the original OPM balladeer of all time, his voice and singing techniques are very unique and nobody can ever take his place, ngayon at Kainan man, forever Basil Valdez.

[@cokiegurl1]

I knew him and became my idol too because of my father.... His favorite singer.. And song KASTILYONG BUHANGIN.... Salute

[@oliviablasabaslord4615]

My father idol as well.

[@annettelagman523]

Its 2021 and I am still watching this. I miss Basil Valdez and his songs.

[@hellokittykitty737]

nakakakilabot si basil valdez...a truely gifted artist

[@sunnycastillo]

Basil Valdez is a true OPM icon, giving glory to God for his voice. Amen! Martin Nievera is looking at his future. :) Yeng Constantino started looking like Maxine Medina for a while there... :). Was that Roselle Nava in green??! Wow... This is an excellent tribute! Mabuhay.

[@rexdelrosario6277]

My favorite singer off all time iconic basil and his imortal song thanks to mr ryan cayabyab . Louie ocampo .George canseco

[@mariq3949]

Praise and thank God for Basil ! My favorite singer of all !

[@browniesbrownies6004]

BASIL you deserve the National Artist Award. I was 18 when Ngayon at Kailanman soared you at the top of the OPM. You are the king of OPM.....I thank God for your amazingly beautiful voice that only comes in this era and I am fortunate to be existing with you. I have to look for your first album in antique stores...I lost it in the 80's. God bless you Basil!!!

[@MsBe4you]

Grabe kinikilabutan ako sa kanta at boses nya❤❤❤2017 payan eh ..ngayon mga 72 na cya cguro.kakamiss mga singer noon

[@salterrae2525]

Gifted with unique voice. Forever fan of Basil.

[@edmarboado3375]

THE KING OF OPM

[@Multi10241024]

Gaganda Ng Songs ni Sir Basil Valdez ,,, James Ingram of The Philippines

[@kimfaustino7919]

Agree

[@zandrabarrozo4053]

Nakakamiss Ang mga opm.itong mga kantang nakakapasok lala Ng kabataan namin.kastilyong buhangin Ang pinakagsto ko sa lahat.

[@midastouchguce3562]

Very iconic and nostalgic..very rare voice best opm

[@michaeljayservigon5207]

Matagal nato pero ngayon lang ako na amaze sobra ni Yeng, kaya nya pa pala itaas boses nya pero nag stick sya sa genre nya😍😍😍

[@tcheartdaikoku9932]

idol Basil Valdez best ever God Bless watching from Japan

[@kahlilcalvo9610]

Thank you Mr. Basil Valdez for all the beautiful songs you sang for us all... May God bless & keep you...

[@denbote76]

Ang mga singers nung araw, magaling kumanta, hindi tulad ngayon na basta may kauting timbre pwede na mag singer.

[@heneralantonioluna8725]

Ganun din naman noon ah, pero may dating tlga noon

[@fayeodi9681]

True

[@heartlovey2644]

Idol forever. ... juicecolored mis u abs CBN 😔

[@sharplance8393]

this kind of tribute made ASAP ASAP! the best Sunday variety show. part of my childhood ang Asap

[@noeljayestacio3634]

Basil one of the Philippine treasure!😊❤❤❤

[@irenegonzalvo6168]

Love his Songs!!!!! The Best Music Genre

[@MariaE99]

Basil the greatest! Ngayon at kailanman ,Say that you love me ...beautifully recorded

[@63eradventures93]

Basil you have given love the promises of eternity. Your voice is of romance❤❤❤

[@goodgirl1712]

Ang ganda ng boses..the best...

[@giovanniloresto2878]

My No.1 OPM Male singer...sir Basil V

[@mitch956]

Ah those were the days. Feel so nostalgic reminiscing those days.

[@mtd.6886]

One of the best Pilipino singers Basil B. GOD BLESS YOU ALWAYS 💖💕💖💖

[@rezziegallardo3068]

You can see the glistening tears on his eyes. He's happy.

[@pv1149]

he’s one of my favorite singer!

[@tynb4338]

I grew up as an abused and sad girl. I cry almost everyday because of hardships in all sorts and most of his songs, kasabay ko sa pagiyak dahil dun ko.lang narerelease lahat ng lungkot ng buhay ko. At gumagaan ang pakiramdam ko. Maraming salamat sa mga kanta mo, punong puno ng emosyon, kasabay ko sa pagtanda hanggang sa paghatid sa akeng huling hantungan. Mabuhay kapo sir Basil Valdez!

[@pinoyeto2002]

ang galing… superb. it brings back many memories during my younger days! Basil still got it. Hands down to the living legend.

[@leahsinag4186]

I love all his songs..I remember collecting his album in cassette tapes pa

[@kathlyndelafuente4659]

OMG..... legendary opms. amazing....all original voices...

[@susanlauchli9988]

I love you, Basil Valdez! growing up, youare the most romantic voice for me!

[@reyindig9020]

My idol Basil Valdez! Love you idol. Thank you for your very beautiful songs!

[@cecilerealizan7718]

Basil is the BEST!

[@aretandkjaiebke8342]

May God continue to give you good health Mr. Basil Valdez. Thank you God for allowing us to experience YOU thru the songs of Mr. Valdez. Thank you God for having Mr. Valdez and experience his music in our lifetime.

[@emmaluzgabriel4951]

Very unique voice... One of my favorite singer...

[@danielflorendo8336]

Wow..Truly..a Legend..Its a fact...Nice songs..

[@Lucille-ki4ng]

Thanks God for the life of Mr. Basil Valdez, may God give you more life and a healthy life. Be well be safe and be blessed, Supet Golden Voice talaga😘🤗✝️🙏❤️💜

[@jacquelinedevaras9445]

my favourite singer💖

[@mikeeaquino693]

Galing talaga ni Ms. Dulce, bravo!!!!

[@stellavillanueva5734]

My idol, one of the pillars of OPM!

[@wrathratan1216]

He must be a National Artist😍

[@WeCube1898]

Truth

[@alvinsabalza7831]

dessa kahit saan magperform laging exceptional ang performance muntik ng makalimutan ni zsa zsa iintroduce si basil 😊

[@JohnWick-el4lk]

Thank you for the Music Mr.Basil Valdez 😀👍

[@hardeepot]

BEAUTIFUL SONGS! What an amazing talented singers to composers.. I must commend Mr Basil Valdez.. Sir thank you for you have inspired many of Us you have touched our lives with your Music..

[@heavenlypeace8687]

Wow Basil Valdez so precious ng golden voice.

[@daniloazur7299]

His songs are truly a masterpiece.Thanks to ASAP for giving him a tribute ,jan mahusay ang ASAP at ABS CBN...Long live the King...

[@evelyndimla8419]

timeless basil still the number one and original balladeer singer i love his voice very much.sept 02,2020

[@carla-maearceoquito9037]

Greatest OPM Singer with Greatest Hits of all time ❤

[@kevincayanga9093]

Got teary-eyed while watching ❤️❤️❤️

[@francisdedumo3323]

The Best OPM Ballader of all time. Hands down 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@edwinbarredo4484]

BASIL VALDEZ is an ICON, my Favorite .... I have ALL HIS SONGS in a Hard disk... and whenever I'm working alone, or in a Vacation, i just played it.. Continously....

[@jerichorose3617]

I ove the rendition of Michael Pangilinan Yeng, Zsa Zsa & Dulce of Basil's songs ❤️

[@galaxygaming7443]

Nauna na ng bigyan ni Regine Velasquez ng Tribute si Legend Basil Valdez with her Album mga year 2001 or 2002 napaka ganda ng Rendition talaga..

[@johnpatrickabrea8174]

Gusto ko ang kanta nya na Ngayon at kailan man Hanggang sa dulo ng walang hanggan

[@jrsoo8492]

The one and only pop varritone n the country. Best of the best.

[@AppyVargas]

Timeless OPM songs sung by my favorite balladeer Mr. Basil Valdez.

[@tonyvillarama1059]

As a everybody’s.....young and ambitious....these songs are really inspired us . Especially we are quite lucky that we have a good composer ,writer and singer . Cheers for sharing. Mabuhay!

[@lulucastillo7269]

Wowww having goose bumps...thank you ABS For shows like this...

[@sapphirelingao900]

2 things 1 thanks for ur music sir basil valdez i live on it as my parents sung it when they still wt us 2nd thanks asap. for a tribute sana u do much to all artists a tribute d time na malakas p sila at ma Appreciate p nila not when they r gone stiff and cold that no matter what we said s useless

[@mariebebillo6554]

Thank you sa magandang mga awit na naging inspirasyon sa bawat pilipino...Sana may mga awit pa na ganito ngayon..

[@violetstarapple3827]

As I have said somewhere before, no singer can be a Basil Valdez.

[@carmelybdr]

Youre the best Mr. Basil Valdez ...

[@rafaeljuangco9616]

ibang iba tlga ang boses mo sir, lhat patok, gusto ng mga tao, sarap s taenga💖💖💖

[@manuelramos6641]

I salute to the one and only and very humble basil valdez

[@daniloanub7027]

Basil is a legend.one of my favourite opm singer

[@amazonna4899]

Isa na namang Legend ng musikang Pilipino...👏👏👏

[@giovanniloresto2878]

"Muling Buksan ang Puso"..at ung song na "YOU" fit na fit kay Sir Basil

[@RomualdJohn]

BASIL Valdez is a legend. Legit. :)

[@shiemartin9632]

Ganda ng intro...naiiyak ako kasi ang mga songs ni Sir Valdez ang madalas kinakanta ng beloved uncle ko na pumanaw noong august 2018 lang.pag uwi ko ng pinas diko na matitikman ang mga masasarap Nyang mga luto

[@ma.cristinalunaoliveros3468]

Sobra kong favorite si Sir Basil😊😊😊