Yungblud’s emotional tribute to Ozzy Osbourne has etched a new chapter in the legacy of rock music. On June 21, 2025, at his headlining Bludfest show in Milton Keynes, the young artist stood before thousands at The National Bowl and made a vow that will define the rest of his career: to perform “Changes” — the haunting, heartfelt Black Sabbath classic — at every concert for the rest of his life.
With eyes closed and voice trembling, Yungblud delivered the ballad not as a cover, but as a ritual of remembrance. The crowd, already electric with emotion, fell into near silence as he poured himself into every lyric. It wasn’t just a performance; it was a promise.
In a handwritten statement shared just hours later, he wrote, “I promise you with all my heart I will try my best and make it my life’s journey to keep the spirit that you started and what you have taught me alive… I vow to play this song every night for the rest of my life.”
Yungblud has often spoken of Ozzy as more than just a musical idol — he was a mentor, a guiding light, a friend. Their bond, forged in recent years through backstage talks and studio visits, left a permanent mark on the young star’s artistic soul. “You’re my hero in every regard,” he added. “For the prince of darkness, you sure brought all the light to the world.”
The tribute felt especially poignant at Bludfest, an event built around community, emotion, and raw authenticity — values Ozzy himself held close. As Yungblud stood under the stage lights, thousands of fans lifted their voices with his. One generation mourning, another carrying the torch. And somewhere, maybe, Ozzy smiled — drink in hand, spirit i
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