Ozzy Osbourne RETURNS with Legendary 2022 Half Time Show
Watching Ozzy Osbourne's halftime performance at the 2022 Rams Season Opener feels like witnessing a living legend in action. The rock icon thrilled fans by showcasing his new single, "Patient Number 9," just one day before the album's release, then sent the crowd into a frenzy with his classic hit "Crazy Train." This otherworldly display radiated pure star power.
"Patient Number 9" stands as Osbourne's thirteenth studio album and remains his most recent full-length work, despite his guest appearance on Billy Morrison's 2024 song "Crack Cocaine." The title track, which he performed during this halftime show, tells the story of a psychiatric patient losing grip on reality while trapped in mental isolation.
Osbourne rose to stardom by helping create heavy metal as Black Sabbath's lead singer. The band proved so revolutionary they unintentionally established doom metal as an entirely new subgenre.
Born in Warwickshire, England, Osbourne formed Black Sabbath in Birmingham in 1968 alongside Tony Iommi (guitar), Geezer Butler (bass), and Bill Ward (drums). His music became essential to heavy metal's foundation, with songs like "Paranoid," "Iron Man," and "Changes" reaching widespread popularity.
After making his mark on 1970s rock, Osbourne was fired from Black Sabbath due to his destructive habits and substance issues. The band replaced him with metal vocalist Ronnie James Dio. Just two years later, Osbourne released his 1981 solo debut "Blizzard of Ozz," featuring the now-iconic "Crazy Train" recorded with guitar virtuoso Randy Rhodes.
In 2002, a jazz-swing version of "Crazy Train" performed by Lewis Lamedica introduced "The Osbournes" to television audiences—the first celebrity reality show to achieve global popularity, starring Ozzy, his wife Sharon, and children Jack and Kelly.
At 73 during this halftime show, Osbourne performed with a backing band including guitarists Zakk Wylde (55) and Andrew Watt (31), drummer Tommy Clufetos (42), and Jane's Addiction bassist Chris Chaney (52)—musicians who likely grew up admiring his records before playing alongside him.
Recently, Osbourne's recovery from a 2019 spinal injury has caused multiple postponements of his farewell tour, complicated by his 2020 Parkinson's diagnosis. Though sober for over ten years, Osbourne's health remains a frequent topic in interviews as he deals with blood clots and severe nerve pain.
Despite these medical challenges, his halftime performance at the Rams game proves his dedication to his role as heavy metal's godfather. With over 6.7 million YouTube views, his voice sounds remarkably powerful—as if his Parkinson's doesn't dare interfere with his musical legacy.
For those wanting additional Ozzy Osbourne content, visit his official YouTube channel to watch more performance videos. Stay current with his latest updates by following his Facebook and Instagram accounts. His official website also provides comprehensive information about the heavy metal pioneer.
