Roger Waters Defends Criticizing Ozzy Osbourne After His Passing
Roger Waters, the former Pink Floyd bassist, stands by his controversial remarks about Ozzy Osbourne following the heavy metal icon’s death. In a recent interview with Piers Morgan, Waters reiterated his critical views about the Black Sabbath frontman.
Background on Roger Waters’ Comments
Waters initially expressed his thoughts during a conversation with “The Independent Ink” last August. He stated, “Ozzy Osbourne, who just died, bless him in his whatever state that he was in his whole life. We’ll never know.” He dismissed Ozzy’s legacy, saying he had “no idea” about Osbourne’s music and labeled it as “idiocy and nonsense.”
Response from the Osbourne Family
The remarks elicited strong reactions from Ozzy’s family. Jack Osbourne took to social media to respond, condemning Waters. He accused Waters of seeking attention through negative remarks, stating, “My father always thought you were a cunt. Thanks for proving him right.”
Sharon Osbourne shared her thoughts as well, calling Waters “sick in the head” and asserting that he lacks relevance in today’s music scene. In a playful jab, the Osbournes even released a t-shirt that read “Another Prick in the Wall,” which features imagery linking Waters to Ozzy’s past antics.
Waters Addresses the Backlash
During his conversation with Piers Morgan, Waters defended his critique of Osbourne. “Do I have to like every rock group or people who bite the heads off bats?” he questioned. He remained firm, stating he would not apologize to Sharon Osbourne, citing her as “a raging Zionist.”
However, he softened his stance towards Jack, expressing willingness to discuss the matter should Jack want to engage. Waters emphasized his honesty regarding Black Sabbath and reiterated his disdain for their infamous antics, which include biting heads off bats.
Final Thoughts from Waters
Waters concluded by reflecting on his life philosophy. He stated, “I regret nothing in life,” while emphasizing the importance of empathy and human rights. He noted the delicate nature of discussing a person’s legacy, especially after their family has experienced a loss, reminding us that empathy should guide our conversations.
Waters’ remarks have reignited questions about celebrity etiquette following bereavement, raising discussions on the boundaries of free speech in the entertainment industry.
