Roger Waters Defends Controversial Comments on Ozzy Osbourne
Roger Waters, the cofounder of Pink Floyd, has stirred controversy with his recent comments about Ozzy Osbourne. Following the death of the legendary metal artist, Waters expressed no remorse for his remarks, which labeled Osbourne as a contributor to “hundreds of years” of “idiocy and nonsense.” These comments sparked significant backlash within the rock and metal communities.
Waters Defends His Comments on Ozzy Osbourne
In a recent interview on Piers Morgan Uncensored, Waters discussed his previous statements regarding Osbourne and Black Sabbath. He asserted, “Those comments…came in the middle of a long interview.” Waters questioned whether he is expected to enjoy every rock band, particularly those associated with shocking acts, like biting the heads off bats.
Apology Offers Mixed Feelings
When asked if he would apologize to the Osbourne family, Waters responded affirmatively, expressing, “Yeah, of course I will. Not that I have any time for Sharon Osbourne.” He remarked that Sharon, whom he mistakenly referred to as “Karen,” is a “raging Zionist” involved in the Israeli lobby, which shaped his feelings toward her.
- Waters did not express a desire to apologize to Jack Osbourne.
- He stated, “I’m sorry you lost your dad, Jack. But you have conversations about things and about people.”
- Waters admitted to his dislike of Black Sabbath but acknowledged that some of the band’s music is “perfectly kind of acceptable.”
The Initial Controversy
The tensions between Waters and the Osbourne family began in September, shortly after Osbourne’s passing. During an interview with the Independent Ink podcast, Waters made derogatory comments about Osbourne’s public persona. He stated, “Ozzy Osbourne…we’ll never know what state he was in his whole life,” while dismissing his music entirely.
Osbourne Family’s Response
The Osbourne family reacted strongly to Waters’ comments. Jack Osbourne took to social media, saying, “Hey Roger Waters — f–k you.” He criticized Waters for his “pathetic” demeanor and suggested that Ozzy had disapproved of Waters in life.
Sharon Osbourne called him a “sad, irrelevant, old, miserable, ugly human being” on The Osbournes podcast. Additionally, the family created merchandise mocking Waters, featuring phrases like “OZZY RULES” and “Another Prick in the Wall,” a nod to Pink Floyd’s famous song.
Conclusion
Although Roger Waters maintains his stance regarding Ozzy Osbourne, the fallout continues. His critique of the iconic performer highlights the divide within the rock and metal community. As both artists have had significant influences in music history, their exchange reflects deeper cultural debates surrounding celebrity, legacy, and personal expression.
