Ozzy Osbourne Breaks Silence On Dream Collaboration As Farewell Gig Looms
By Afouda Bamidele on June 26, 2025 at 5:30 PM EDT
Ozzy Osbourne has only one wish to round up his iconic career!
The English singer doubled down on his lifelong dream of collaborating with Paul McCartney as he prepares to close a significant chapter in his musical career.
Ozzy Osbourne, alongside the rest of the "Black Sabbath" musical group, is in the final phase of planning for their final show slated for Saturday, July 5, 2025, in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
Ozzy Osbourne Recalled Asking Paul McCartney To Play On One Of His Songs
The singer did not hesitate to identify Paul as the top name on his list of dream collaborators despite feeling a bit of reluctance from the "Four Five Seconds" singer.
Ozzy opened up on his SiriusXM "Ozzy Speaks" show, where he spoke about one of his meetings with the legend in 2001. He described Paul as a reallynice man and stressed how honorable it would be for them to work together.
According to PEOPLE, the 76-year-old previously admitted that he once begged the musician to feature his bass guitar on one of his songs.
He described meeting him in the studio as a "phenomenal" event and then noted that Paul refused to add his touch to the track on the basis that the guitar already sounded good.
There is always something blocking the talents from hopping on a project together. Hopefully, Ozzy listens to his co-host, Billy Morrison, who advised him to "manifest" the collab.
The Former Boy Band Singer Enjoys His Family's Full Support For The Final Show
The English musician is reportedly fully aware that this show might as well be his last, and he is going all out to make things perfect. Last year, The Blast shared that his family has also fallen in line with his dreams despite their initial reluctance due to his declining health.
They reportedly hinged their support on medical clearance from the doctor, after which they will help make his wish a reality. An insider noted that Ozzy frequently discusses the farewell show alongside his "Black Sabbath" bandmates, which suggests it is not one of his random ideas.
"…So even though it may seem like a herculean task given his health troubles, his family and friends are pulling together to make it happen for him," the source added.
Ozzy's Show Will Be The Group's First Performance In Two Decades
The songwriter's upcoming show is also a reunion for him and former bandmates, including Tony Lommi, Geezer Butler, and Bill Ward. It will be their first performance in 20 years as a group.
Butler disclosed in an interview that the artist looked forward to taking over the stage one last time as they did back in the day. "And he suggested, at his very final concert, for the four of us to get up on stage and maybe do three or four songs together. And that would be it, finished," Butler clarified.
The singer's former bandmate acknowledged his health issues and noted that the idea of the four of them coming together for the final performance is a source of motivation for the 79-year-old.
The Rockstar's Wife Is Working To Make The Show Smooth Sailing
Ozzy's better half, Sharon Osbourne, is also in on the plan to raise the roof of Birmingham. The Blast reported that Sharon is holding things down in the health department by ensuring her husband follows all the medical advice.
She is reportedly putting things in place to ensure his physical and mental health remains in good shape for the performance.
They will also arrive in the UK via a private jet with Ozzy's team of doctors on standby to handle any medical emergencies. Sharon is reportedly unwilling to compromise on these strict guidelines.
Ozzy is currently battling Parkinson's disease, which means it is a miracle that he will stand and perform alongside the boys. Despite the potential health risks that may follow that level of stress, the singer is reportedly willing to take his chances.
Ozzy Osbourne Reportedly Explores His Mogul Side With DNA Beverage Line
Last week, The Blast reported that the 'Paranoid' singer launched a limited-edition beverage brand called "Infinite Ozzy." The canned $450 beverages come as Ice Teas containing Ozzy's DNA.
The products reportedly came in just 10 pieces, which have all now been sold out. During the promotional campaign for the brand, the production company released a trailer on its website.
Ozzy could be seen enjoying a gulp from the can in the video and then crushing them for sampling and analysis. The drinks reportedly contained the singer's saliva, and he finished off the packaging with a handwritten signature.
"Now, once technology and federal law permits, you can replicate Ozzy and enjoy him for hundreds of years into the future," the voice-over in the trailer declared.
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