Jack Black took center stage at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame to introduce Ozzy Osbourne with a mix of humor and respect.
For a long time, Black has been a big fan of both Black Sabbath and Ozzy’s solo work. He often performs songs like “Crazy Train” and “Mr. Crowley” with friends. Once, a guy at a record store convinced him to buy Ozzy’s album instead of a Journey one, and it changed everything for him. “It just changed my whole brain,” he once said, describing how he felt about the music’s power and darkness.
Ozzy shared how thrilled he was to hear Black’s speech, mentioning the actor’s genuine love for rock. “Jack invited my family to the School of Rock movie premiere in 2002,” Ozzy recalled, praising Black’s real passion for music.
Fans know that music brings people together like nothing else.
Jack reminisced about first discovering Ozzy’s music at 13. A stranger suggested he get Blizzard of Ozz, and from the album cover alone, he was hooked. That red-white suit and wild look on Ozzy’s face were mesmerizing. It introduced him to a whole new world of heavy metal, a genre Ozzy practically invented.
Taking the album home was an experience. Tracks like “Crazy Train” and “Mr. Crowley” filled his room with electrifying sound. The music was raw and powerful, showcasing Ozzy’s incredible voice alongside Randy Rhoads’ guitar skills.
Black then delved into Ozzy’s earlier works with Black Sabbath, discovering the band’s groundbreaking contribution to heavy metal. Ozzy’s voice soared through the intense music, leaving a lasting impression. His charisma was unmatched, earning him comparisons to Jack Nicholson in the rock world.
Ozzy didn’t just stop at music; his later years saw continued success with hits like “No More Tears” and reality TV with The Osbornes. Collaborating with stars like Lemmy Kilmister, he even explored softer songs like “Mama, I’m Coming Home,” proving his versatility. Plus, creating Ozzfest, the biggest heavy metal festival ever, only added to his legacy.
Despite tales of dark alliances, Ozzy is known to be a devoted family man and friend. Now, as Jack speaks to today’s teens watching the Hall of Fame induction, he encourages them to explore Ozzy’s music and discover its magic instead of sticking only to modern pop hits.
Hey, you kids today have no idea how lucky you are!
