Bobby on Carter Faith’s Huge ACM Nom + Carter Faith On Being A Shy Kid & Wanting To Be A Big Deal

In this episode of The BobbyCast, Bobby Bones celebrates Carter Faith's historic nomination for Album of the Year at the ACMs, spotlighting her journey from a quiet, introspective childhood in Davidson, North Carolina, to becoming a rising star in country music. Carter opens up about her deep-seated shyness, her fear of attention, and the emotional disconnect between her soft-spoken demeanor and her powerful, rebellious stage presence. She shares how her parents—both young when she was born—sacrificed their dreams to raise her, and how their unwavering support helped her overcome self-doubt. Carter discusses her early days writing songs in secret, her time at Belmont University, and the pivotal role of mentorship from Nashville publishers and her collaborator Topher in building her confidence. She reflects on the challenges of navigating the music industry’s transactional nature, her decision to sign with Universal Nashville, and her commitment to artistic authenticity—embracing influences beyond traditional country, including Lana Del Rey and hip-hop. Carter also reveals her personal growth through therapy, her honest songwriting as emotional catharsis, and her desire to avoid being boxed in by genre expectations. The episode closes with Bobby’s heartfelt encouragement, affirming Carter’s unique voice and inevitable rise.