Ozzy Osbourne, AKA the "Prince of Darkness” is a singer and songwriter known for his pioneering work in heavy metal as the lead vocalist of Black Sabbath and his successful solo career. With hits like "Crazy Train" and "Iron Man” Ozzy's music defined the genre from the 1970s onward. Despite numerous personal and health challenges, he remains a significant figure in rock music, performing and recording well into the 21st century.
Ozzy Osbourne Career Highlights
1948:
Birth - John Michael "Ozzy" Osbourne was born on December 3 in Birmingham, England.
1968:
Formation of Black Sabbath - Formed the band Black Sabbath with Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward.
1970:
Debut Album - Released the self-titled album "Black Sabbath” which is credited with being one of the first heavy metal albums.
1971:
Paranoid - Released the seminal album "Paranoid” featuring hits like "Iron Man" and "War Pigs."
1979:
Departure from Black Sabbath - Left Black Sabbath due to substance abuse issues.
1980:
Solo Career - Released debut solo album "Blizzard of Ozz” which included the hit single "Crazy Train."
1986:
The Ultimate Sin - Released the album "The Ultimate Sin” which went multi-platinum.
2001:
The Osbournes - Launched the reality TV show "The Osbournes” showcasing his family life.
2010:
Memoir - Published his autobiography "I Am Ozzy."
2020:
Ordinary Man - Released his twelfth solo album "Ordinary Man."
Ozzy Osbourne’s Bands
- Black Sabbath: (1968-1979, 1997-2017) - Pioneering heavy metal band known for its dark themes and heavy sound.
- Solo Career: (1980-present)- Launched a successful solo career with numerous hit albums and singles.
- Collaborations: Worked with artists like Lita Ford, Post Malone, and Slash.
Ozzy Osbourne’s Grammy Awards
Ozzy Osbourne has received several Grammy Awards
1994: Best Metal Performance for "I Don't Want to Change the World" (Live).
1999: Best Metal Performance for "Iron Man" (with Black Sabbath).
3 Most Famous Ozzy Osbourne Songs
1. "Crazy Train" (1980) - From his debut solo album "Blizzard of Ozz” this song remains one of his most iconic and widely recognized tracks.
2. "Paranoid" (1970) - A hit single from Black Sabbath's second album, it became a defining song for the band and the heavy metal genre.
3. "Mama, I'm Coming Home" (1991) - A ballad from the album "No More Tears” it showcases Ozzy's ability to blend hard rock with emotional lyrics.
Ozzy Osbourne Quotes
Being sober on a bus is, like, totally different than being drunk on a bus.
On his music
Of all the things I've lost, I miss my mind the most.
Ozzy Osbourne Scandal/Gossip/Trivia
Biting the Bat: During a 1982 concert in Des Moines, Iowa, Ozzy famously bit the head off a bat thrown on stage, later claiming he thought it was a toy. He had to get tetanus shots after that!
Drug and Alcohol Issues: Osbourne has been open about his struggles with substance abuse, which led to multiple legal and health issues over the years.
Snorting ants: In the film about Motley Crue it was alleged that Ozzy snorted a line of ants like they were cocaine – don’t you just love the rumor mill!
The Osbournes: The reality TV show "The Osbournes" aired from 2002 to 2005, offering an unprecedented look into the chaotic but loving Osbourne family life, and became a massive hit.
Near-Death Experiences: Ozzy has had several near-death experiences, including a quad bike accident in 2003 that resulted in multiple injuries.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Black Sabbath in 2006.
Health Battles: In recent years, Ozzy has battled several health issues, including a Parkinson's disease diagnosis announced in 2020.
Guitarists: He formed Black Sabbath with Tony Iommi and later used Randy Rhodes (who tragically died young) for his solo band
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