Buskers appear to be getting younger each day, and Olly, a young man from the UK, might just be the youngest busker around. His YouTube channel, Guitar Olly, features videos of him showcasing his talent on the streets of Chester, England, at the incredible age of 8.
On a normal day, Olly went busking in the city center without any expectation to become an online sensation. Luckily, a passerby captured a video of him playing “Apache” on an electric guitar that seemed almost larger than him.
This remarkable performance not only drew a huge crowd on the spot but also garnered an even greater online following after the video went viral, hitting over 11 million views.
Prepare yourself to be impressed by the amazing performance of an 8-year-old boy in the video below:
There is no embarrassment and unconfidence seen on his face. The boy played guitar as a seasoned artist. Many unhesitatingly left compliments in the comment session to applaud
what he displayed.
A YouTube viewer wrote, “This is unbelievable, at his age, what talent! I wish him much good luck for your future. I get goosebumps listening to him play.” Another also commented, “I didn’t expect this. The rendition was beautiful. Tremolo and palm muting were marvelous. A natural performer…unfazed by an audience. That is very important. A star in the making.”
While many musicians start their musical journey at a young age, it takes exceptional confidence to perform on a bustling street. As per Olly’s channel, his grandad began teaching him the guitar when he was just six years old. Progressing rapidly, he even started playing for his neighbors during the lockdown period, using his music to uplift their spirits. It is a huge effort that inspires plenty of people around the world.