**Black Sabbath Farewell Show Raises \$140 Million for Charity as Ozzy Osbourne Set to Be Honored with Statue in Birmingham**
*By Rock Legends Press | July 7, 2025*
In a night that will echo through the halls of rock history forever, the **legendary heavy metal pioneers Black Sabbath** played their official **farewell concert** this past weekend — a thunderous, emotional, and deeply meaningful performance that not only brought closure to an iconic career but also raised an astonishing **\$140 million for global charities**.
Held in front of a packed crowd at Villa Park in Birmingham, England — the very city where it all began more than half a century ago — the evening served as both a final curtain call and a celebration of the band’s titanic legacy. The farewell event also marked the announcement of a fitting tribute to the “Prince of Darkness” himself: **Ozzy Osbourne is set to be immortalized with a life-size statue** in his hometown of Birmingham, cementing his place not just in music history, but in the heart of a community he’s never stopped calling home.
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### **The Final Sabbath: A Historic Night of Music and Meaning**
As the lights dimmed and the first haunting notes of “War Pigs” filled the stadium, more than 60,000 fans — many of them lifelong followers, some from across the world — erupted in a sea of emotion. The original members of Black Sabbath, including **Tony Iommi**, **Geezer Butler**, and **Ozzy Osbourne**, took the stage for one final, spine-tingling performance that spanned their career’s most iconic tracks.
The setlist included bone-rattling renditions of “Paranoid,” “Iron Man,” “N.I.B.,” and “Children of the Grave,” delivered with the same fire and menace that once defined an entire genre. Even at 76, Ozzy’s unmistakable vocals cut through the night, driven by Iommi’s thunderous riffs and Butler’s pounding basslines.
Ozzy addressed the crowd with visible tears in his eyes:
> “This is where it all began, and this is where it ends. Thank you for giving us your hearts, your ears, and your love. We were just four kids from Birmingham who had no idea we were making history. Tonight, it’s all for you.”
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### **\$140 Million for Global Causes: Rock for a Reason**
Beyond the epic music and emotional goodbyes, the night will be remembered for its **unprecedented charitable impact**. Ticket sales, merchandise, and corporate sponsorships were all funneled into a global relief initiative jointly created by the band and several international non-profits.
Funds raised from the farewell show will go toward causes such as:
* **Cancer research** (a cause close to Tony Iommi’s heart, having survived lymphoma)
* **Mental health awareness**
* **Veteran support programs in the UK and U.S.**
* **Music education for underprivileged youth**
* **Environmental sustainability and reforestation efforts**
> “It’s the most we’ve ever seen raised in a single rock concert,” said Charlotte Davies, director of the Global Relief Coalition. “Black Sabbath may be leaving the stage, but their impact will be felt for generations through this act of generosity.”
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### **Ozzy’s Bronze Immortality: A Statue in Birmingham**
As if the farewell night wasn’t monumental enough, local officials from Birmingham City Council took the stage during the encore to deliver a surprise announcement that brought the house down:
> “We are proud to announce that a **life-size statue of Ozzy Osbourne** will be erected in the heart of Birmingham — a tribute to his legendary career, his contribution to music, and the pride he brings to this city.”
The statue, set to be unveiled in late 2026, will stand in Centenary Square, not far from Black Sabbath Bridge — already a pilgrimage site for fans worldwide. Crafted by famed sculptor **Nicola Mills**, the statue will capture a youthful Ozzy, microphone in hand, mid-scream — a tribute to his energy and enduring spirit.
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### **Tributes Pour In From Around the World**
Following the farewell concert and charity milestone, tributes have poured in from music legends, politicians, and celebrities alike.
**Metallica’s James Hetfield** posted:
> “Black Sabbath didn’t just play music — they invented a new language. Thank you for the darkness that helped us all find our light.”
**Paul McCartney** tweeted:
> “Massive respect to Ozzy and Sabbath — they changed the world with riffs and rage. A farewell, but never forgotten.”
**UK Prime Minister Emma Cartwright** also issued a formal statement, commending the band’s cultural contributions and philanthropy:
> “Black Sabbath represents British music at its most daring and creative. The funds raised tonight will help millions. We salute you.”
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### **A Legacy Etched in Stone — and in Sound**
From their dark, blues-driven debut in 1970 to their worldwide fame as the godfathers of metal, Black Sabbath’s influence has touched everything from punk and grunge to doom and industrial rock. They didn’t just play heavy metal — they invented it, defined it, and then redefined it for five decades.
And now, as they exit the stage, they leave not with silence, but with a roar of gratitude — from fans, from fellow musicians, and from communities across the globe that will benefit from their final act of giving.
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### **Conclusion: Sabbath Ends, But the Echo Remains**
Black Sabbath’s farewell show was more than just a concert. It was a **ritual of remembrance**, a **global act of charity**, and a **celebration of a sound that shaped generations**. With \$140 million donated, a statue of Ozzy rising in Birmingham, and hearts still pounding from one last riff, the message is clear:
**The band may be done. But Black Sabbath will never be silent.**
**#FarewellSabbath #OzzyImmortal #\$140MillionStrong **
