There have been petitions launched calling for the official launch of the Prince of Darkness. Some fans are also suggesting that Birmingham, where he was born, should rename its airport.
Devotees of Ozzy Osbourne are petitioning for a state funeral and a national day of mourning to honour the rock legend.
Campaigns have sprung up demanding that the “Prince of Darkness” be accorded an official farewell in recognition of his immense impact on music and culture. Some advocates are also proposing that Birmingham, his birthplace, should pay tribute by renaming its airport Ozzy Osbourne International.
In honor of the Black Sabbath star’s charitable efforts, additional petitions suggest erecting a statue close to Birmingham Children’s Hospital. In his final performance less than three weeks ago, he amassed £140 million for Cure Parkinson’s, Birmingham Children’s Hospital, and Acorns Children’s Hospice.
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A petition on Change starts here reads: “Ozzy Osbourne, the founder and pioneer of metal music, has touched the hearts of many.” The appeal continues: “It is fitting that our nation honours not just his musical contributions, but the deep cultural impact he has had”, reports the Daily Star.
According to opponents, a state funeral and a day of mourning would honor him and acknowledge his contribution to shaping the music industry and creating a sense of fan community.
According to the petitioners, “distinguished individuals who have served the nation with great merit are reserved for state funerals.” This criterion is undoubtedly satisfied by Ozzy Osbourne’s distinguished career and reputation for global influence. Additionally, a national day of mourning would allow people to honor and remember a true legend’s legacy.
Ozzy, who battled Parkinson’s disease, passed away on Tuesday at the age of 76. The rocker will knock back a pint and enjoy a smoke in heaven with his best friend Lemmy, according to an Ozzy impersonator.
Ozzy was firmly established as a musical icon, according to Dave Allen-Cooper, the frontman of Black Sabbath tribute act Darkmoor. And he believed he was aware of the Prince of Darkness’s planned destinies for all eternity.
“I’m devastated,” Dave revealed. “He is a rock legend – easily up there with the likes of Freddie Mercury. “He’s probably in heaven now having a drink and cigarette with Lemmy of Motörhead. Ozzy lives on in people’s hearts.”
The Lord Mayor of Birmingham declared that Ozzy had thrust the city “on the world map”. Zafar Iqbal declared: “He was very important and he was a proud Brummie. He loved the city. He will be much missed. I think he put Birmingham, and especially Aston, on the world map.
He never forgot his roots, according to the statement, “We honoured him with the freedom of the city.”
A book of condolence has been published in a museum that features an Ozzy-themed exhibition. The Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery’s Ozzy Osbourne: Working Class Hero honors both the rock star’s accomplishments and the original Black Sabbath lineup’s album artwork.
Senior officials stated that they “want to keep celebrating Ozzy, his legacy, and what he means for the city and beyond.”
Source: Mirror
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