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“We were always told we were one step behind Deep Purple, one step behind Led Zeppelin, one step behind everybody. Our manager didn't want to let us know how popular we were. It's only after we did Ozzfest that people started telling me stuff. I thought they were taking the piss. People would come up to me and go, "Respect."”

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Ozzy Osbourne, born on December 3, 1948, is a British rock vocalist. He is the lead singer of the iconic band Black Sabbath, which has had a profound impact on heavy metal music. Osbourne is known for his distinctive voice and stage presence, and his music and lifestyle have become a part of rock culture. more

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