Osbourne's total album sales from his years in Black Sabbath, combined with his solo work, are over 100 million. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Black Sabbath and into the UK Music Hall of Fame as a solo artist and as a member of the band. He has been honoured with stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and Birmingham Walk of Stars. At the 2014 MTV Europe Music Awards, he received the Global Icon Award. In 2015, Osbourne received the Ivor Novello Award for Lifetime Achievement from the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers and Authors.
In the early 2000s, Osbourne became a reality television star, appearing as himself in the MTV reality show The Osbournes alongside wife and manager Sharon and two of their three children, Kelly and Jack. He co-stars with Jack and Kelly in the television series Ozzy & Jack's World Detour. The show's third season debuted in June 2018.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ozzy_Osbourne
Studio albums
Blizzard of Ozz (1980)
Diary of a Madman (1981)
Bark at the Moon (1983)
The Ultimate Sin (1986)
No Rest for the Wicked (1988)
No More Tears (1991)
Ozzmosis (1995)
Down to Earth (2001)
Under Cover (2005)
Black Rain (2007)
Scream (2010)
Ordinary Man (2020)
Patient Number 9 (2022)
Desire
Ozzy Osbourne Lyrics
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I knew for sure, I knew for sure
Always knew it was them or me
I wanted more, more and more
It's alright, it's okay
None of them people gonna take it away
'Cause they don't know like I know
And I can't stop 'cause it drives them crazy
It drives them crazy
'Cause I won't be cool
It's too late baby
It's the same old desire
Nothing has changed, nothing's the same
Burning like fire
Don't you ever take my name in vain, oh yeah
Always moving, somewhere else to be
Moving on, moving on
Scream at you and you scream at me
Right or wrong, right or wrong
It's alright, it's okay
No one's ever gonna take us away
'Cause they don't know, like I know
I gotta keep rockin' 'cause it makes me crazy
It makes me crazy
Who needs to be cool?
Life's amazing
It's the same old desire
Crazy train, crazy train
Burning like fire
Don't you ever take my name in vain
Same old desire
Nothing has changed, nothing's the same
Burning like fire
Don't you ever take my name in vain, oh yeah
It's the same old desire
Nothing has changed, nothing's the same
Burning like fire
Don't you ever take my name in vain
Same old desire
Crazy train, crazy train
Burning like fire
Don't you ever take my name in vain
The lyrics to Ozzy Osbourne's song "Desire" speak of assertiveness and the desire for success. The opening lines express the singer's unwavering confidence in his own abilities and aspirations. The second and third lines talk about the willingness to put oneself first and to have more drive and ambition than anyone else. The song's chorus discusses how the desire for personal achievement drives others crazy, yet the artist will not change because of others' opinions.
The phrase "same old desire" in the lyrics is repeated several times throughout the song. This repetition underscores the persistent and unwavering nature of the singer's ambition. He continues to pursue his goals, despite the odds, and won't let anyone stand in his way. The line "Burning like fire, don't you ever take my name in vain" further emphasizes his determination to succeed, even if it means going against societal norms.
The song's lyrics are an ode to the rock-and-roll lifestyle, and many of the phrases are common in the rock-and-roll genre. Despite this, the themes of ambition, persistence, and determination can be applied to any field or life venture.
Line by Line Meaning
I always knew what I wanted to be
From an early age, I had a clear understanding of what I wanted to achieve in life
I knew for sure, I knew for sure
I was certain about my desires and aspirations
Always knew it was them or me
It was clear that I had to outdo others to succeed
I wanted more, more and more
My ambition was insatiable
It's alright, it's OK
Despite any setbacks or difficulties, I remained unbreakable
None of them people gonna take it away
No one could stand in the way of achieving my goals
'Cause they don't know like I know
Others could never understand my drive and determination
And I can't stop 'cause it drives them crazy
My relentless pursuit of my desires caused frustration and jealousy in others
It drives them crazy, 'cause I won't be cool
My intensity and passion unsettled those around me
It's too late baby
My mind was made up, and nothing could change that
It's the same old desire
Despite the passage of time, my drive and ambition remained unchanged
Nothing has changed, nothing's the same
Despite any changes in my life, my core desires remained constant
Burning like fire
My passion for success burned within me
Don't you ever take my name in vain
No one could undermine my hard work and success
Always moving, somewhere else to be
I was constantly looking for new challenges and opportunities
Moving on, moving on
I never lingered on past successes, always looking ahead
Scream at you and you scream at me
Conflict and tension were an inevitable part of being ambitious
Right or wrong, right or wrong
I did not always make the best decisions, but I always followed my desires
No one's ever gonna take us away
I was confident that nothing could prevent me from achieving my goals
I gotta keep rockin', 'cause it makes me crazy
My passion for success was so strong that it bordered on madness
It makes me crazy, who needs to be cool
My desire for success was more important than any concerns about appearing calm and collected
Life's amazing
Despite any setbacks or struggles, I was grateful for the opportunities and experiences I had
Same old desire
My ambition remained constant, even in the face of changing circumstances
Crazy train, crazy train
My pursuit of success was an unending rollercoaster ride
Oh yeah
My confidence in my abilities was unshakable
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: John Osbourne, Randolph Frank Castillo, Zakk Wylde, Ian Fraiser Kilmister
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@sliver850
I've always knew what I wanted to be
I knew for sure, I knew for sure
Always knew it was them or me
I wanted more, more and more
It's all right, it's ok
None of them people gonna take it away
Cause they don't know, like I know
And I can't stop 'cause it drives them crazy
It drives them crazy, 'cause I won't be cool
It's too late baby
It's the same old desire
Nothing has changed, nothing's the same
Burning like fire
Don't you ever take my name in vain, oh yeah
Always moving, somewhere else to be
Moving on, moving on
Scream at you and you scream at me
Right or wrong, right or wrong
It's all right, it's ok
No one's ever gonna take us away
'Cause they don't know, like I know
I gotta keep rockin', 'cause it makes me crazy
It makes me crazy, who needs to be cool
Life's amazing
It's the same old desire
Crazy train, crazy train
Burning like fire
Don't you ever take my name in vain
Same old desire
Nothing has changed, nothing's the same
Burning like fire
Don't you ever take my name in vain, oh yeah
It's the same old desire
Nothing has changed, nothing's the same
Burning like fire
Don't you ever take my name in vain
Same old desire
Crazy train, crazy train
Burning like fire
Don't you ever take my name in vain
@mylesrockington7771
No More Tears is just a masterclass of Zakk Wylde playing guitar. Such a phenomenal album.
@Selig78254
I’ve seen Ozzy with his solo band twice, and once with Sabbath, but I’ve never seen Zakk live. I’m seeing him with Pantera in September. Can’t wait!
@exfandes60s
You are totally right 😩🔥
@bryanhodges318
Some of his (Zakks) best playing for sure.
@stevenhager3544
Saw Ozzy in 89 with Zack. Blew my ass away
@toucheturtle3840
No Rest for the Wicked was the build up to this album. A masterpiece 🤘🏻
@Rhino1277HotRails
Here we are again. I'm 59 celebrating errrmmm having my birthday tomorrow. And I cannot believe the longevity this fantastic song has. I first heard this on my birthday a thousand years ago. Hell yes. This will never die in my heart.
@Rhino1277HotRails
The Zakk work on this is unreal
@thomaskilcoyne3729
Hellyeah
@olafzinn3234
Thank you for that !