Coldplay dedicates Nashville concert to the late singer Ozzy Osbourne; the band performed 'Changes' as a tribute

Coldplay, the British rock band, dedicated their Nashville show to the legendary late singer, Ozzy Osbourne. Chris Martin and his fellow band members sang a cover of the 1972 ballad ‘Changes’ by Black Sabbath, appreciating the ‘Prince of Darkness’ and his musical genius.

Coldplay gave a tribute to Ozzy Osbourne

On July 22, 2025, the rock star, Ozzy Osbourne, passed away at the age of 76. Later in the evening, at Nissan Stadium, Martin said, “We'd like to dedicate this whole show to the incredible genius, talent, and character called gift to the world, who was Ozzy Osbourne. We send our love to his family,” according to People.


After playing the heartwrenching ballad, Coldplay’s frontman said, “Ozzy, we love you, wherever you're going." Many fans said that they could hear the band playing the track during the soundcheck on X.

Osbourne’s family gave an official statement after he passed away. “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," they said, before adding, “He was with his family and surrounded by love. We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time."

Ozzy Osbourne and the farewell tour

A couple of weeks ago, Osbourne performed his farewell concert in Birmingham on July 5 from his throne, as the last performance by Black Sabbath. In January 2020, the late singer had revealed that he had been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2003. At the time, he said, “It's not a death sentence.”

Additionally, in 2019, the ‘Mama, I’m Coming Home’ singer had been diagnosed with pneumonia and suffered a fall that required neck surgery. Despite numerous complications, Osbourne owned the stage at the goodbye concert, where he collaborated with numerous bands and celebrated music along with his fans.