**Black Sabbath’s Final Show Raises Nearly \$200 Million for Charity: A Heavy Metal Farewell with Heart**
Black Sabbath’s legendary farewell concert, *Back to the Beginning*, wasn’t just a historic sonic send-off—it became one of the most successful charity events in rock history. Held in their hometown of Birmingham, the final performance by Ozzy Osbourne and his iconic bandmates raised an astonishing **\$200 million** in charitable donations, as revealed by Tom Morello of Rage Against the Machine, who served as music director for the epic all-day event.
More than a concert, the event was a celebration of legacy, love, and giving back. Fans from all corners of the globe packed the venue, unaware that their ticket purchases were fueling something far bigger than just a final bow. The funds raised are set to benefit **three major organizations**:
* **Cure Parkinson’s**, a cause close to Ozzy’s heart as he continues to battle Parkinson’s disease himself.
* **Birmingham Children’s Hospital**, honoring the band’s deep roots in the city.
* **Acorn Children’s Hospice**, providing vital support to young patients and their families.
According to sources close to the event, the band members insisted that 100% of the proceeds go directly to charity. Ozzy, ever the showman with a heart of gold, was reportedly emotional backstage, telling crew members, “If this is the last time I do this, I want it to mean something.”
Tom Morello later shared, “This wasn’t just a final show—it was a miracle in distortion. These guys brought the thunder, and they brought hope to thousands of lives.”
The result? A final act that echoed far beyond the amps. Black Sabbath didn’t just go out with a bang—they went out changing the world, proving once again that heavy metal can have the heaviest impact where it
matters most.
