In October 2024, Jelly Roll delivered a deeply moving performance of “Mama, I’m Coming Home” at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, honoring the newly inducted rock legend Ozzy Osbourne. At the time, it was a celebration of Ozzy’s incredible solo career—but after Ozzy’s passing on July 22, 2025, that heartfelt tribute now feels like a poignant goodbye to the “Prince of Darkness.”
A Tribute Full of Heart and Soul
During the ceremony, streamed on Disney+, Jelly Roll took the stage with raw emotion, performing the iconic 1991 ballad co-written by Ozzy Osbourne, Zakk Wylde, and Lemmy Kilmister. Originally written for Ozzy’s wife Sharon, the song’s themes of love, regret, and homecoming struck a powerful chord with the audience.
Before his performance, Jelly Roll shared, “Ozzy had this rare way of sounding heavy and emotional at the same time. This song helped me understand that rock can also be deeply vulnerable.”
His moving rendition earned widespread praise across social media and from those present, highlighting the song’s timeless emotional weight.
Honoring a Rock Legend
Though Ozzy was first inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Black Sabbath in 2006, his 2024 induction celebrated his solo career—one that forever changed the landscape of heavy metal. With chart-topping albums like Blizzard of Ozz, Diary of a Madman, and No More Tears, and over 100 million albums sold worldwide, Ozzy’s influence was undeniable.
Saying Goodbye to the Prince of Darkness
On July 22, 2025, the Osbourne family announced Ozzy’s passing at age 76, surrounded by loved ones. Their heartfelt statement read:
“It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning. He was with his family and surrounded by love. We ask everyone to respect our family’s privacy at this time.”
Just eight months earlier, Jelly Roll’s tribute had touched countless fans and now, in light of Ozzy’s passing, it has taken on an even deeper meaning.
A Farewell That Resonates
What was once a powerful homage now feels like a farewell no one saw coming. Jelly Roll’s “Mama, I’m Coming Home” is being revisited across YouTube and social media, described as “hauntingly beautiful,” “eerily perfect,” and “the goodbye we didn’t know we were watching.”
Other artists like Carrie Underwood and Post Malone have also shared their condolences, but Jelly Roll’s heartfelt performance continues to stand out as one of the most touching tributes to Ozzy’s legacy.
Ozzy’s Enduring Legacy
From electrifying stage moments to intimate ballads, Ozzy Osbourne was a once-in-a-generation artist whose influence will live on forever. His spirit shines through the music and in the performances of those he inspired—like Jelly Roll—reminding us all that beneath the “Prince of Darkness” was a man of incredible depth, heart, and soul.
Watch Jelly Roll’s unforgettable tribute to Ozzy Osbourne — “Mama, I’m Coming Home.”
