Lordivino Ignacio (born December 11, 1977), known professionally as Bassilyo, is a Filipino rapper, actor, singer and songwriter. The name Bassilyo is based on the character Basilio, from the novel Noli Me Tangere.
Career Bassilyo is a member of the Marikina-based hip-hop group Crazy as Pinoy, along with Crispin (Jeffrey Pilien) and Sisa (Muriel Anne Jamito). Their stage names are based on characters from José Rizal's 1887 novel Noli Me Tángere. In 2002, the trio, then known as Triangulo, won Rappublic of the Philippines, a contest for aspiring rappers on the variety show Eat Bulaga!. During their time at Eat Bulaga!, they were mentored by Francis Magalona.
Starting in 2012, Bassilyo competed in battle rap at the FlipTop Battle League, which he credits for his comeback. He then released his single "Lord, Patawad" () in 2013, which narrates past transgressions. According to Bassilyo, "about 90 percent [of the song] is based on [his] life". Bassilyo later admitted in an interview that he spent time in prison for undisclosed reasons, as well as having been addicted to gambling, both of which served as inspiration for the song.
Bassilyo appeared in the ABS-CBN game show Kapamilya Deal or No Deal in 2026 as part of the lucky stars. He was selected as a contestant on an episode airing May 2, winning ₱500,000 in the end. His episode re-ran on August 9.
Discography
Studio albums Discography Year Album Label 2013 Klassik UMG Philippines (then MCA Music)
Singles Singles Year Song Album 2013 "Lord Patawad" Klassik 2014 "Walang Kwentang Kanta"
Appearances Music videos "Ilusyon" (Abra feat. Arci Muñoz, 2013) "Nakakamiss" (Smugglaz, Curse One, Dello, 2014)
Television Year Program Role 2013 Ihaw Na Himself/Guest Wowowillie 2014 Umagang Kay Ganda Eat Bulaga! 2016–22 FPJ's Ang Probinsyano Pat. Dante "Bulate" Villafuerte2023 Magandang Buhay Himself/Guest 2023–26 FPJ's Batang Quiapo Teban 2025 Rainbow Rumble Himself/Contestant 2026–present Kapamilya, Deal or No Deal (season 6) Sigabo Ipe
Awards and nominations AwardYearWorkCategoryResultAwit Awards2017"Taxi Driver"Best Novelty Recording PMPC Star Awards for Music2014"Lord, Patawad"Song of the YearBassilyoNew Male Recording Artist of the YearRap Artist of the YearKlasikRap Album of the Year
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