Kelly Osbourne Sings Emotional Song at Ozzy’s Funeral — “One Word” Brings Birmingham to Tears

In a moment that was both heartbreaking and deeply beautiful, Kelly Osbourne paid tribute to her father, the legendary Ozzy Osbourne, in the most personal way possible.

At Ozzy’s funeral in his hometown of Birmingham, England, Kelly didn’t just speak—she sang. She stood before family, friends, and fans, not only as a grieving daughter but as the voice of her father’s final wish.

Ozzy, famously known as the “Prince of Darkness,” had made one thing clear: when his time came, he didn’t want sorrow—he wanted music. And he wanted his “favorite girl” to sing him home.

“One Word” — One Final Gift

Wearing a simple black dress, her eyes red from tears, Kelly took the stage at St. Philip’s Cathedral, surrounded by thousands of roses, guitar picks, and heartfelt letters from fans around the world.

She looked out at the crowd, took a deep breath, and softly said:

“This was the song Dad said always made him cry. So tonight, it’s my turn to sing it—for him.”

Then came the opening lines of “One Word,” her 2005 synth-pop ballad filled with longing and unspoken connection.

“One word breaks the code of silence…”

As her voice trembled through the first chorus, the room went completely still—except for the quiet sound of people weeping.

More Than a Song—A Goodbye

Originally released on her album Sleeping in the Nothing, “One Word” had always held special meaning for the Osbourne family. Ozzy once called it “the most haunting thing she’s ever created.”

That night, it became much more than a song—it was Kelly’s goodbye, a lullaby, a final love letter from daughter to father.

Even icons in the crowd couldn’t hold back their emotions. Elton John bowed his head, tears hidden behind dark glasses. Tony Iommi, Ozzy’s longtime bandmate, wiped his face as Kelly reached the final line:

“One word, that’s all I need…”

Birmingham Weeps—Then Rises

As the last note faded, the silence in the cathedral gave way to gentle sobs from every corner—metal fans in worn jackets, city leaders in suits, and family friends from decades past.

And then, slowly, the crowd rose in a quiet standing ovation. It wasn’t loud. It wasn’t flashy. Just sincere. A simple, powerful thank-you.

A Wish Fulfilled

Ozzy had often joked that his funeral should feel like a celebration, not a sad affair. But the one thing he meant with all his heart? He wanted Kelly to sing for him.

And she did—beautifully.

Through tears, Kelly shared:

“Dad said, ‘You’re the one who knows me best. You get the last word.’
So I gave him One Word. I hope it was enough.”