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Zakk Wylde Honors Ozzy Osbourne with 'Ozzy's Song'

3/28/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Zakk Wylde's Black Label Society released "Ozzy's Song," a tribute to the late Ozzy Osbourne, on the album Engines of Demolition.
The track features emotional lyrics reflecting on their friendship, written after Osbourne's passing.
Wylde performed the song live for the first time on March 27, 2026, in Madison, Wisconsin.
The music video includes archival footage of Ozzy Osbourne.
Wylde also performs with his tribute band Zakk Sabbath.

History

Historical Context

Ozzy Osbourne, who passed away in 2023, was a pivotal figure in rock music, selling over 100 million albums and shaping heavy metal. His career soared in the 1980s with hit albums and the launch of Ozzfest in 1996, a festival that became a staple in rock culture. His legacy continues through tributes like Zakk Wylde's "Ozzy's Song," highlighting Osbourne's enduring influence.

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Story summary

Zakk Wylde's Black Label Society released "Ozzy's Song," a tribute to the late Ozzy Osbourne, on the album Engines of Demolition.
The track features emotional lyrics reflecting on their friendship, written after Osbourne's passing.
Wylde performed the song live for the first time on March 27, 2026, in Madison, Wisconsin.
The music video includes archival footage of Ozzy Osbourne.
Wylde also performs with his tribute band Zakk Sabbath.

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