When Ozzy Osbourne died last year at the age of 76, there was a massive outpouring of affection, respect, and gratitude for everything that he gave to his fans and the music world. He was a sensational performer and a phenomenal musician. But as his son, Jack, candidly and bravely revealed when he was a guest recently on The Magnificent Others podcast with Billy Corgan, Ozzy had doubts about himself as an artist. Yet he was jubilant after what turned out to be his final show. Jack wept openly as he recalled it.
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Sometimes Ozzy Was Plagued With Thoughts of Being Unworthy
Corgan mentioned that he noticed that Ozzy Osbourne seemed at times "very overwhelmed" by his popularity. To which Jack replied, "I think it came down to self worth. When left to his own devices, that kind of darkness of 'I am less than, I [expletive], I'm not worthy' would really take over."
The rocker's shaky self-confidence was observed by others as well. Corgan said that a photographer named Ross Halfin said something to that effect, too. He took photos at Ozzy's last concert, which occurred shortly before he passed away.
Corgan shared, "Ross said to me after the final show in Birmingham, he said every gig that he ever shot your dad — going all the way back to the '70s - your dad would be like, 'I was terrible. I'm so embarrassed. I can't believe these people are cheering for me.' And he said the last gig was the only time [Ozzy] didn't say that."
Ozzy Was Uncharacteristically Elated After His Final Performance
He appeared so glad following that farewell show. Jack said, "It was the craziest thing. I ran into the dressing room, and I was like, 'You did it!' He was smiling." That bittersweet memory prompted Jack to cry.
He then explained the source of his tears. "I'm only crying because of the joy. He was so happy. He was doing what he was meant to do."
That Last Concert of Ozzy's Was Memorable
The Back to the Beginning concert in the United Kingdom showcased outstanding performers including Metallica, Slayer, and Guns N' Roses. Black Sabbath was there, of course, plus Ozzy did a set all by himself.
