"Andrew Watt, a collaborator of Ozzy Osbourne, shares his feelings about the late Black Sabbath icon's demise, stating that every day he recalls the quote, 'Grief is the price of Love,' but by the end of the day, he deeply misses his deceased friend."
In a heartfelt statement on Instagram, Grammy-winning producer and songwriter Andrew Watt paid tribute to his close friend and long-time collaborator, Ozzy Osbourne, who recently passed away.
Watt and Osbourne's collaboration has been crucial to each other's careers over the past couple of years. The duo made music together that they both loved and plan to continue making. Their friendship, forged in the studio, has been a highlight of Watt's career.
Watt's Instagram post, filled with personal videos and photos of Ozzy Osbourne, was a poignant testament to their bond. He referred to Ozzy as "Boss," the "Prince of Darkness," and expressed his deep sorrow, saying, "Grief is the price of Love." He also shared a quote that Ozzy once said to him, "Do you want a kick in the balls?"
Watt's collaboration with Ozzy Osbourne led to the creation of two highly acclaimed records: "Ordinary Man" in 2020 and "Patient Number 9" in 2022. Watt's work with Ozzy was instrumental in modernizing the sound and maintaining Ozzy's relevance in the current rock and metal landscape.
Before working with Ozzy, Watt gained recognition for producing and co-writing significant albums and songs for major artists like Lady Gaga, Pearl Jam, the Rolling Stones, Iggy Pop, and Paul McCartney. He played a major role in writing and producing songs that have charted globally, including "Die with a Smile," a collaboration with Lady Gaga.
Watt's career progression shows him as a prominent producer, songwriter, and musician with collaborations across various high-profile artists. His production work blends rock, pop, and contemporary styles, making him a bridge between legendary and modern music acts.
In a recent interview, Watt revealed that Ozzy Osbourne and his wife Sharon were the first to believe in Watt's ability to make them a great rock album. Watt played alongside Steven Tyler, Ron Wood, Nuno Bettencourt, Tom Morello, Rudy Sarzo, Travis Barker, and Chad Smith in the final show, "Back to the Beginning."
Watt's collaboration with Ozzy Osbourne will undoubtedly leave a lasting impact on the music industry. His tribute on Instagram serves as a poignant reminder of the bond they shared and the music they created together.
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