Acclaimed singer Roger Waters, known for his provocative statements, has doubled down on his harsh remarks about the late Ozzy Osbourne, the iconic metal frontman. In an interview with The Independent Ink, Waters made controversial comments shortly after Osbourne's death in July 2025, sparking a heated reaction from the Osbourne family.
Waters, in a candid moment, expressed his indifference towards Osbourne's music, stating, 'I couldn’t give a f–k.' He further dismissed Osbourne's band, Black Sabbath, and their controversial practices, such as biting the heads off bats. This led to a strong backlash from Ozzy's son, Jack, who called Waters 'pathetic' and accused him of seeking attention through negative press. The Osbournes even released a t-shirt mocking Waters, depicting Ozzy urinating on the cover of Pink Floyd's The Wall.
During an interview on Piers Morgan Uncensored, Waters addressed the criticism, defending his comments as part of a longer interview context. He argued that he doesn't need to like every rock group and that his personal views should not be a requirement for his artistic expression. Waters also took the opportunity to clarify his stance on the Israeli lobby, accusing Sharon of being a 'raging Zionist' and dismissing her accusations as part of her involvement in the lobby.
Despite the controversy, Waters stood by his words, stating, 'I regret nothing in life, except that I haven’t been more successful in getting people to understand that we as a human race recognize and empathize with all of our brothers and sisters all over the world and make certain that they have equal human rights one with another under international law.' This statement highlights his commitment to a broader social and political agenda, even as it continues to provoke debate and discussion.
