The Sweetnotes is a talented husband-and-wife musical duo from General Santos City, Philippines, comprising Jeffrey S. Bactong Jr. and Charlotte Mae P. Bactong. Their story is a testament to perseverance and passion for music. They started their musical journey in 2016 with a band called Soundworks before transitioning into a duo. The pair got married in 2017 and initially performed abroad in luxury hotels in China to hone their craft. However, their careers took a dramatic turn during the pandemic when their livestreamed performances began to resonate with audiences globally. Their rise to fame began in 2019 with viral livestreams from local venues in General Santos. A particular breakthrough came in 2021 with their rendition of “Parting Time,” which quickly gained traction, drawing tens of thousands of viewers. Their heartfelt covers of Filipino and international songs, combined with their authentic chemistry as a couple, struck a chord with millions, earning them over 4 million followers on Facebook and more than a million YouTube subscribers by 2024. Despite facing challenges like account hacking and stiff competition, Sweetnotes remains committed to their craft. Recently, they embarked on a U.S. tour, performing in cities like New York and Los Angeles, and they are now working on original music to further showcase their artistic talents. The duo’s journey is celebrated as an inspiring story of love, resilience, and the transformative power of music