Ozzy Osbourne’s Music Sees a Surge in Popularity
The music world is still reeling from the loss of heavy metal pioneer Ozzy Osbourne. Since his death was announced on Tuesday, his music has seen a significant surge in popularity on Spotify. As a solo artist, Osbourne has gained over 6 million monthly listeners, with his total listeners increasing from 12.4 million to 18.7 million. Meanwhile, his work with Black Sabbath has also seen a boost, with the band’s monthly listeners rising from 19.8 million to 24.6 million.
A Look at Osbourne’s Most Popular Songs
Some of Osbourne’s most popular songs have seen a massive increase in streams on Spotify. "Crazy Train" has received around 8 million streams since Tuesday, bringing its total to 809 million. "No More Tears" has risen by 7 million streams to over 266 million, and his power ballad "Mama, I’m Coming Home" has jumped by about 7.2 million streams to almost 245 million.
Black Sabbath’s Music Also Sees a Boost
Black Sabbath’s music has also seen a significant increase in popularity since Osbourne’s death. The band’s song "Paranoid" has been streamed over 9.3 million times on Spotify since Tuesday, bringing its total to 1.38 billion. "Iron Man" has risen to over 587 million streams, and "War Pigs" has seen an increase of around 5 million streams to almost 385 million.
Tributes Pour in for the Heavy Metal Legend
Osbourne’s death has inspired an outpouring of tributes from icons in the music and entertainment world. Elton John wrote on Instagram, "He was a dear friend and a huge pioneer who secured his place in the pantheon of the rock gods – a real legend." Billy Idol also paid tribute to Osbourne, saying that he "opened music doors to people like me." Idol remembered Osbourne as a lively and charismatic person who was always present in the moment and enjoying himself. He also praised Osbourne’s music, saying that it was like him – full of personality and life.
A Lasting Legacy
Osbourne’s legacy will undoubtedly live on through his music. As one of the most influential figures in music history, he played a significant role in shaping the heavy metal genre. His music continues to inspire and influence new generations of fans, and his impact will be felt for years to come. With his music seeing a surge in popularity, it’s clear that Osbourne’s legacy will only continue to grow and endure.
