Carrie Underwood Pays Tribute to Ozzy Osbourne with Powerful Cover of “Mama, I’m Coming Home”
As fans around the world mourn the loss of rock legend Ozzy Osbourne, Carrie Underwood delivered an emotional and respectful tribute by performing his 1991 ballad “Mama, I’m Coming Home.” The moment took place during her 2023 appearance on The Howard Stern Show, long before Osbourne’s passing — but now resonates even more deeply.
Carrie Underwood’s Lifelong Love for Rock Music
While Carrie Underwood rose to fame as a country superstar, she’s never hidden her love for hard rock and metal music. Growing up in a religious household in Oklahoma, her musical influences spanned genres — and Ozzy Osbourne was at the top of her list.
During the interview with Howard Stern, Carrie said:
“I remember being a teenager discovering my own musical taste, and my mom being very much against me listening to Ozzy.”
Despite that, she stood by her admiration for Osbourne’s artistry, explaining that his catalog includes not only heavy riffs and dark themes, but also emotional, melodic songs like “Mama, I’m Coming Home.”
An Emotional Tribute to the “Prince of Darkness”
Carrie’s performance was more than a cover — it was a deeply personal and powerful moment. Before singing, she explained how much she respects Ozzy and wanted to honor him properly.
“I just want to be respectful. We had asked permission, and Sharon was very, very sweet about it,” Underwood said, referring to Sharon Osbourne, Ozzy’s wife of 43 years, who remained by his side until his death on July 22, 2025.
Carrie’s rendition of “Mama, I’m Coming Home” highlighted the emotional depth of the original. The song, written by Ozzy and Zakk Wylde, was originally a tribute to Sharon and became one of the most enduring ballads in rock history.
With her soaring vocals, Underwood brought the lyrics to life in a new way, blending power with vulnerability.
Howard Stern Reacts: “Do That Again”
After the performance, Howard Stern was visibly moved and asked Underwood and her band to repeat the harmonies, saying:
“That was so beautiful. Can you do those harmonies again?”
Underwood smiled and graciously obliged, adding to the intimacy and magic of the moment. Fans who watched the performance online were quick to share their admiration, with one viewer writing:
“Ozzy would be proud. That cover gave me chills.”
A Career of Cross-Genre Respect
This wasn’t Underwood’s first time dipping into rock territory. Fans will remember when she brought out Axl Rose during her headlining set at Stagecoach 2023, performing a surprise duet of “Sweet Child O’ Mine.” Her live shows often include a cover of “Welcome to the Jungle,” a clear nod to her lifelong love for hard-hitting rock classics.
Her willingness to blend genres, pay respect to legends, and do so with grace and sincerity is part of what makes Carrie Underwood one of the most versatile and respected artists in today’s music scene.
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