Ozzy Osbourne’s death has led countless fans to revisit the unforgettable moments that defined his career. While many instantly recall his outrageous “Prince of Darkness” antics—like the infamous bat incident—a viral clip now circulating online is shining a softer light on the heavy metal icon. In it, Ozzy sits alongside his children, Jack and Kelly, listening to the St. Louis Women’s Choir deliver a breathtaking rendition of Black Sabbath’s Changes.
The performance, originally filmed in 2018 for the reality series Ozzy & Jack’s World Detour, captures a side of Ozzy rarely seen by the public. As the family enters a chapel and the piano intro begins, Ozzy lets out a warm, grandfatherly “Aww” before settling into the front row. The moment quickly turns emotional: as the choir’s angelic harmonies fill the space, Kelly appears on the verge of tears just a few lines in, while Ozzy silently wraps his arm around her shoulders, visibly moved by the tribute.
For the Osbournes, Changes isn’t just another track from Black Sabbath’s catalog—it’s a song woven deeply into their family’s story. First released in 1972, the ballad was revived decades later when Ozzy and Kelly recorded their own version in 2003, which went on to top the UK Singles Chart. Following Ozzy’s passing, that very same recording re-entered the charts, climbing back into the Top 10. Kelly even used the song’s haunting opening line—“I feel unhappy, I am so sad. I lost the best friend I ever had”—as her first public statement after his death, showing just how much the song’s meaning is tied to her bond with her father.
During the show, the family revealed the personal weight the song carries. Kelly explained, “That song stands for so much in our family. It was not only both of our first #1 in the UK, it marked important times in both my life and my dad’s life. It represents our relationship and how much we love each other.”
After the choir’s emotional performance concluded, Ozzy himself admitted, “I was trying to hold the tears back. It was very emotional. It was beautiful… like a room full of angels.”
Fans have been echoing that sentiment online. Many were struck by the genuine tenderness Ozzy displayed, contrasting with his larger-than-life rock persona. One commenter wrote, “People think of Ozzy as the ‘Prince of Darkness,’ but in truth he was just a dad who loved his family.” Another added, “Ozzy loved music, no matter the style. You can see it in this clip.”
This viral moment has since garnered hundreds of thousands of views, not because of spectacle, but because it reveals Ozzy Osbourne in his truest form: a man who loved music, cherished his family, and wasn’t afraid to wear his heart on his sleeve. Even in death, his legacy continues to surprise, reminding us that the man behind the myth was more human—and more heartfelt—than many ever realized.
