Celebrities come and go, but there is one famous metal God who is here to stay! Whether he is performing his music or entertaining the world via the television, Ozzy Osbourne is a super star celebrity. No matter if Ozzy is performing on stage or on a reality show, he has proven to be unforgettable. His crazy style, massive amounts of tattoos, attitude, outlook on life and humorous family make him one interesting character. Born in Aston, Birmingham to Jack and Lillian Osbourne, Ozzy's birth name is John Micheal Osbourne. Having seven siblings and both parents working to support them, Ozzy found himself struggling in school. By the age of fifteen he was working odd jobs, from holding a position as a plumber to being a professional toolmaker. Later, in the age of psychedelic rock popularity, Ozzy tried out and became the lead singer of the band Black Sabbath. Along with his schoolmate Tony Lommi, he entered the world of rock and roll. The two separated themselves from the usual music influences of the time by combining heavy dark lyrics with a blues inspired style. Osbourne was eventually fired from the band after partaking in drugs too heavily and becoming far too unreliable. Years later Ozzy went solo under his own name and alias. He grew rapidly and gained a great deal of popularity throughout the heavy metal music industry and fanbase. Heavily tattooed and adorned with unusual garb, he was an attention getting and ultimate show stopper.
Ozzy's popularity is not only due to his musical talent as a singer and songwriter but also in his role as husband and father on his reality television show, The Osbourne's. His daily life as a spouse and dear old dad were shared with the nation in the early 2000s. Comedy, love and life in general have helped the world feel as if they almost know him personally. Parents could see themselves in his reflection as Ozzy told his daughter Kelly she should not get tattooed, though Ozzy himself has numerous tattoos. She ultimately did so without his permission, which caused an uproar in the Osbourne home. However, it was interesting how Ozzy, who is completely covered in tattoos, was advising his daughter against getting one. Many parents completely related. While they are heavily tattooed themselves, they are often unsure if their children are getting inked for the right reasons. Sure, many people get tattoos for fashion statement purposes. However, intense artists and musicians feel one should only get tattooed if there is a purpose or story behind the tattoo itself. Ozzy has a multitude of tattoos covering his body. He has Ozzy tattooed across the knuckles of his left hand, his wife Sharon's name below a rose on his upper right arm, tattoo art on his lower right arm, a woman's face tattooed on his upper left arm, a dagger tattoo on his lower right arm, a screaming face tattoo and a hooded skull tattoo on his chest and many others. Ozzy has made the comment he is addicted to tattoos and continues to get more though he has often told himself at the time he is done getting inked. However, as a true fan of tattoo art it seems Ozzy cannot resist the temptation of continuing to be tattooed.
It's true Ozzy understands a thing or two about addiction, after battling drug abuse and alcoholism. His substance abuse reached a dangerous point in which he nearly strangled his wife and manager Sharon. In addition, during this raging time he shot several of his pets. His rage and struggle with drugs made headlines more than a few times throughout this musical career. However, he has gone through rehabilitation and has been clean for several years. It seems no matter what draws audiences to Ozzy Osbourne, from tattoos to outrageous behavior, no one can get enough of him. Ozzy has said as of 2008 he will put out two more albums and then ultimately retire. For those die hard fans it is hard to swallow the thought of the prince of darkness ending his amazing career. From Black Sabbath and beyond, Ozzy will never be forgotten and his music will be rocked out to until the end of time. He will constantly be known as the rocker guy from Europe who is covered in tattoos, is known for biting a bats head off during a concert, went through addiction, got help and got clean and revealed his sweet side via his reality show, The Osbourne's.
Ozzy Osbourne Tattoo By Tattoo Johnny Artist Bob Tyrrell
