The teenager has also been raising money with his singing for two charities close to his heart as well as singing in care homes.
He has raised about £2,000 for Prostate Cancer UK and Asthma and Lung UK after his grandfather had treatment for prostate cancer and his late grandmother was diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
His mother, Jemma, said: “Seeing people smile, sing along, or simply feel a moment of happiness means everything to him.”
Singing had also been a coping mechanism and a safe space from bullies, she added.
Carter started busking in Blackpool town centre in the summer of 2024 and quickly built up a following there, with staff from the local businesses taking Carter under their wings.
It has added to Carter’s Busking Journey online following.
He explained his affinity with the seaside town.
“Blackpool is such a special place
“It is the people. They’re amazing.”
Jemma also praised the reception has had from people in Blackpool.
“They have been a pillar of support.
“Everyone has been amazing – with one business owner buying him a new speaker with others keeping him hydrated with drinks and another looking out for him like a bodyguard.”
Carter’s number one fan is from Blackpool, too.
He has struck up such a close bond with Diane who his mum said has become an “adopted nana”.
Carter said he was really excited about his next big show at Viva although his busking has had to go on hold until he turns 14 in September.
His mother said unbeknown to them, you need to be 14 or over to busk in the UK.
However, his busking equipment has stopped working so his mother is hoping to raise money to replace it so he can return to doing what he loves most – “singing for others and raising money for important causes”.
