The Grammys Awards ceremony last night included tributes to artists who died in the past year. Ozzy Osbourne, who passed away last year at the age of 76, was remembered with a performance of Black Sabbath’s “War Pigs” by Post Malone, Duff McKagan, Slash, Chad Smith, and Andrew Watt. The performance was accompanied by pyrotechnics and a visual display of Osbourne.
Remembering Musical Icons
The tribute to Osbourne occurred alongside the show’s In Memoriam segment, which honored a wide range of artists. Those remembered included Ace Frehley of Kiss, Mick Ralphs of Mott the Hoople, Rick Derringer, Chris Jasper, Roy Thomas Baker, Brian James of the Damned, Irv Gotti, Clem Burke of Blondie, Anthony Jackson, Michael “5000” Watts, Jack DeJohnette, Jellybean Johnson of the Time, and David Johansen of the New York Dolls.
A Diverse Range of Tributes
Lauryn Hill, formerly the frontwoman of the Fugees, also delivered a performance honoring Roberta Flack and D’Angelo. This segment of the tribute medley featured a “star-studded performance,” according to reports.
The full list of Grammy winners is available online.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who performed the tribute to Ozzy Osbourne?
Post Malone, Duff McKagan, Slash, Chad Smith, and Andrew Watt performed a rendition of Black Sabbath’s “War Pigs” as a tribute to Ozzy Osbourne.
Which other artists were included in the In Memoriam segment?
The In Memoriam segment included Ace Frehley, Mick Ralphs, Rick Derringer, Chris Jasper, Roy Thomas Baker, Brian James, Irv Gotti, Clem Burke, Anthony Jackson, Michael “5000” Watts, Jack DeJohnette, Jellybean Johnson, and David Johansen.
Who did Lauryn Hill honor with her performance?
Lauryn Hill honored Roberta Flack and D’Angelo with her performance.
How do these tributes shape the ongoing conversation about the legacies of these artists?
