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The heavy metal world has been shaken by the death of Ozzy Osbourne, the iconic voice of Black Sabbath and one of the most influential figures in rock history. The 76-year-old legend passed away peacefully on July 22, 2025, surrounded by his family.
Among the countless artists who have been inspired by him, Lena Scissorhands the powerful and emotionally charged frontwoman of Moldovan metal band Infected Rain has spoken out with a moving tribute that captures what Ozzy meant to an entire generation of musicians.
“This feels like the end of something sacred,” Lena wrote on social media. “Ozzy was more than a legend. He was a beacon for misfits, for dreamers, for people like me who never felt like they belonged.”
A Voice That Changed Everything
Ozzy Osbourne’s career spanned more than five decades, beginning with the founding of Black Sabbath in 1968. The band’s dark, brooding sound coupled with Ozzy’s unmistakable vocals laid the groundwork for heavy metal and inspired artists across genres and continents.
For Lena Scissorhands, who grew up far from the bustling rock scenes of the UK or US, Ozzy’s music was a lifeline.
“I remember hearing Paranoid as a teenager and thinking, ‘This is it this is how I feel inside.’ Ozzy made space for people like me. His voice cracked something open in my soul.”
A Final Show, A Lasting Memory
Just over two weeks before his death, Ozzy gave what would be his final live performance at Villa Park in Birmingham alongside his original Black Sabbath bandmates Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward. The reunion show, titled “Back to the Beginning,” was more than just a concert. It was a full-circle moment in the city where it all began.
Ozzy, seated for most of the performance due to his declining health, delivered every note with raw emotion. Fans described the night as both triumphant and heartbreaking.
“It’s like he knew it was the end,” Lena reflected. “There was something spiritual about that show. Even through the screen, I felt it.”
The performance raised over £140 million for charities, including those supporting Parkinson’s research and children’s health causes close to Ozzy’s heart. That night, fans heard the Prince of Darkness say a simple, unforgettable goodbye: “Thank you. I love you.”
The World Reacts to His Passing
Ozzy’s death was confirmed by his family in a short, emotional statement:
“Our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away peacefully. He was surrounded by family, and his final moments were calm and full of love. We are devastated.”
News of his passing spread quickly across the world. Tributes poured in from fellow rock icons, young artists, and millions of fans. Metallica, Rob Halford, Alice Cooper, and even artists outside the rock world like Post Malone and Billie Eilish shared messages of love and gratitude.
Lena Scissorhands, who met Ozzy briefly in 2019 at a festival in Germany, said she still treasures that memory.
“I was nervous, shaking. But he smiled at me and said, ‘Keep screaming.’ That one sentence kept me going through so much. I owe him more than words can express.”
A Legacy That Lives On
Ozzy Osbourne wasn’t just a singer. He was an icon of rebellion, creativity, and survival. From his groundbreaking work in Black Sabbath to his solo hits like “Crazy Train”, and his openness about his battles with addiction and illness, Ozzy showed the world what it meant to live and keep living through the darkest times.
His reality show The Osbournes introduced him to a new generation, turning the Prince of Darkness into a household name while still keeping his rebellious heart intact.
“He showed us you can be weird and still be loved,” Lena added. “You can fall and still rise. That’s what I’ll carry forward that wild heart, that refusal to be anything but yourself.”
One Last Echo
A concert film titled Back to the Beginning: Ozzy’s Final Bow is scheduled for release in 2026, capturing that final performance and preserving it for generations to come.
As Lena concluded in her tribute:
“Ozzy is gone but his voice, that beautiful scream of his, will never die. It lives in every note I sing, in every stage I step on. We love you, Ozzy. You gave us everything.”
Even in silence, Ozzy Osbourne’s legacy continues to roar in every young artist he inspired, in every outsider he gave a voice, and in the hearts of millions who found themselves in his music.
Rest in power, Ozzy.
