In the 1960s, Ozzy was a pioneering heavy metal artist who, along with Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi, was one of the primary contributors to the creation of what we now know as the genre of heavy metal. As their charismatic frontman, he quickly became known for his distinctive vocals and theatrical stage presence. With Black Sabbath, he released a series of highly influential albums, including "Black Sabbath," "Paranoid," and "Master of Reality," which helped define the sound of heavy metal. His time with the band established him as a significant figure in rock music before he embarked on a successful solo career. Ozzy’s music evolved over six decades. From the pioneering work of Black Sabbath, Ozzy’s signature vocals complemented the playing style and the new, heavier tone created by Tony Iommi, who had to change how he played to accommodate for half a finger he had lost during a work accident. There are many life lessons we can draw from his life: Consistency – For 60 years, he dedicated his life to getting better despite his many personal challenges. Even as he battled alcohol and drug addictions, he never wavered from his life mission as a music ambassador. Hard work – He played for royalty and for millions of fans all over the world. The work that went on behind the scenes exemplified the enormous amount of effort he put in to be the best. Unapologetic – Ozzy was never the "best" singer, but he did what he loved without caring what anybody thought about him. Gratitude – For me, one of the greatest traits he showed was always being grateful to his family and his fans. Authenticity – Ozzy never tried to be someone else. While some things he said would have been a PR nightmare, his authenticity won out. He was who he was. Towards the end of his life, he held one final concert on July 5th for his fans. Forever grateful, he thanked them and passed on the torch to younger artists. Despite his dark onstage persona, Ozzy Osbourne was a husband, a dad, and a granddad.