T-Pain expressed his deep sorrow over the passing of Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary rock icon.
- In 2023, T-Pain covered Ozzy’s iconic hit ‘War Pigs’ and received high praise from the rocker.
- Ozzy passed away shortly after his last performance in Birmingham, surrounded by his loved ones.
- Ozzy had criticized Kanye West’s controversial statements, refusing to let West sample his music.
- T-Pain’s tribute highlights a touching online exchange between the artists.
T-Pain shared his heartbreak with fans after hearing about the death of rock legend Ozzy Osbourne. The news hit particularly hard for T-Pain, who fondly remembered Ozzy’s praise for his cover of ‘War Pigs.’
In 2023, T-Pain’s rendition of ‘War Pigs’ delighted Ozzy, who publicly applauded the cover on social media, deeming it the best one he had ever heard. This nod from a music legend was cherished by T-Pain, making Ozzy’s passing even more personal.
Ozzy’s final performance took place in his beloved hometown of Birmingham, England. His family issued a statement, expressing their profound grief, noting that he spent his last moments surrounded by those he loved.
In his tribute to Ozzy, T-Pain took to social media, writing, ‘Heartbroken by the news. I was blessed to be able to cover War Pigs and get your recognition. Ozzy Forever.’ His words reflect the mutual respect and admiration shared between the two musicians.
In a different light, Ozzy was known for his firm stance against Kanye West‘s controversial views. He openly criticized West’s antisemitic remarks, denouncing them as wrong and refusing to clear a sample from Black Sabbath’s ‘Iron Man’ for West’s albums.
Despite the challenges posed by this disagreement, West managed to sidestep sampling issues by using an interpolated version of the track, which had prior clearance, showcasing the complexity of musical rights.
T-Pain’s heartfelt tribute captures the respect and admiration shared with Ozzy, paying homage to the legendary rocker’s enduring legacy.
