Ozzy Osbourne, born on December 3, 1948, near Birmingham, became famous as the lead vocalist of heavy metal band Black Sabbath. He acknowledged a past lifestyle that could have led to an early death, expressing gratitude for his survival. After leaving school at 15, Osbourne pursued various jobs while forming Polka Tulk Blues in 1968, which later became Black Sabbath. The band gained fame through extensive live performances and distinctive heavy metal sound characterized by dark, occult-inspired lyrics.
The heavy metal rocker, who took on the moniker "The Prince of Darkness" during the height on his Black Sabbath fame, was aware that the destructive lifestyle of his past could have led him to die years ago.
John Michael "Ozzy" Osbourne was born December 3, 1948 near Birmingham in the West Midlands, and was raised in the city that he credits with nurturing a unique musical movement.
In 1968, Osbourne, a budding vocalist who had played in several local blues bands, formed a group called Polka Tulk Blues with bassist Geezer Butler, guitarist Tony Iommi and drummer Bill Ward.
Black Sabbath were able to work on their new heavy rock sound while playing a series of three-hour gigs at The Star Club in Hamburg.
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