Ozzy Osbourne Rocks the Stage Again At A Legendary 2022 Halftime Spectacle

Watching Ozzy Osbourne perform at the 2022 Rams Season Opener halftime show was like witnessing a legend come to life. He kicked off the performance with his new single, “Patient Number 9,” the day before its album release, sending fans into a frenzy. He then followed with his iconic solo hit “Crazy Train,” delivering a performance that was nothing short of supernatural.

“Patient Number 9” is Ozzy Osbourne’s thirteenth studio album, following his recent viral feature on Billy Morrison’s 2024 track “Crack Cocaine.” The title track, performed during this halftime show, delves into the mind of a psych ward patient trapped in their own insanity.

Ozzy’s rise to fame began as the frontman of Black Sabbath, the band that pioneered heavy metal and birthed the doom metal subgenre. Formed in 1968 in Birmingham, England, alongside guitarist Tony Iommi, bassist Geezer Butler, and drummer Bill Ward, Black Sabbath produced timeless tracks like “Paranoid,” “Iron Man,” and “Changes.”

After being dismissed from Black Sabbath due to his self-destructive habits, Ozzy launched a successful solo career with his 1981 debut album, “Blizzard of Ozz,” featuring the iconic single “Crazy Train.” His solo success solidified his place in rock history.

Ozzy’s legacy continued to grow with the 2002 TV sensation, “The Osbournes,” the first celebrity reality show that introduced the world to Ozzy, his wife Sharon, and two of his children, Jack and Kelly.

At 73, Ozzy’s halftime performance was backed by a talented band, including guitarists Zakk Wylde and Andrew Watt, drummer Tommy Clufetos, and bassist Chris Cheney from Jane’s Addiction. These musicians, who likely grew up idolizing Ozzy, now shared the stage with him, creating history together.

Despite health challenges, including a 2019 spinal injury and a Parkinson’s diagnosis in 2020, Ozzy remains dedicated to his music. His halftime show performance, with over 6.7 million YouTube views, showcased his undiminished vocal power and enduring spirit, proving that not even Parkinson’s could dim the light of heavy metal’s godfather.