**Judas Priest Pays Epic Tribute to Ozzy Osbourne with Powerful Rendition of ‘War Pigs’ in Global Tour Staple, Honoring the Legacy of the Prince of Darkness and Black Sabbath’s Timeless Influence on Heavy Metal’s Evolution**
Heavy metal titans Judas Priest have paid a thunderous tribute to their longtime friend and fellow metal pioneer Ozzy Osbourne with a powerful and emotionally charged rendition of Black Sabbath’s iconic anthem “War Pigs.” Performed as a staple on every stop of their current world tour, the cover is more than a performance—it’s a declaration of love and respect for the man who helped create the very foundation of heavy metal.
“We are honored to show our love for Ozzy and Black Sabbath with our homage of ‘War Pigs’—a song we play at every show around the world that fans sing along to—reinforcing their love as well for the legendary Prince of Darkness,” Judas Priest shared in a passionate statement dated 2nd July 2025.
Their version of “War Pigs” retains the crushing weight and ominous tone of the original, while infusing it with Judas Priest’s signature energy and precision. Fans across the globe have responded with overwhelming enthusiasm, often singing every word in unison, turning the moment into a celebration of heavy metal’s roots and its enduring power.
Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath laid the groundwork for metal’s dark, riff-driven aesthetic, and Judas Priest has long acknowledged their debt to that legacy. By including “War Pigs” in their setlist, Priest not only pays tribute to Ozzy’s career but also bridges the generations of metalheads who continue to draw inspiration from Sabbath’s revolutionary sound.
More than just a cover, this performance stands as a unifying moment—an anthem of rebellion, power, and brotherhood—reaffirming that the legacy of the Prince of Darkness is alive and roaring louder
than ever.
