What makes Gets Me Through by Ozzy Osbourne notable?

The album's lead single, 'Gets Me Through,' received significant airplay and peaked at number 24 on the Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks chart. Critics noted this album for its blend of personal struggle and musical ferocity, highlighting Osbourne's continued relevance in the rock scene despite being a veteran artist. By the time 'Gets Me Through' was released in 2001, Ozzy Osbourne was navigating a resurgence in popularity following the success of his reality show, 'The Osbournes'. This album was part of his later career phase, showcasing his ability to evolve while still embracing the heavy metal roots that defined him since the early 1970s.

How many songs are on Gets Me Through?

Gets Me Through has 3 tracks, running approximately 12 minutes.

Released 25 years ago this October

Gets Me Through

Ozzy Osbourne · 2001

12 min · 3 tracks · hard rock

Heavy guitar riffs intertwine with introspective lyrics, reflecting a blend of resilience and vulnerability in Osbourne's signature heavy metal style.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Gets Me Through (edit) — This track encapsulates the album's themes of perseverance and self-reflection, driven by powerful guitar work and Osbourne's emotive vocals.
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No Place for Angels — Offering a more melodic approach, this song features poignant lyrics that explore feelings of loss and longing, showcasing Osbourne's versatility.
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Alive — In this track, Osbourne expresses triumph over adversity, making it a standout anthem of resilience that resonates deeply with listeners.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

48 /100

Foothills

Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The single blends heavy riffs with personal themes, reflecting Osbourne's style while maintaining a solid structure.

What we noticed

The lead track features a heavy guitar riff that drives the song, while the verses are more subdued, creating a contrast between intensity and introspection.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Late Career Highlight — Released during a resurgence, it showcases Osbourne's continued relevance in heavy metal.
Themes: reality television fallout· heavy metal resilience
Moods: Energetic· Introspective
Career context: By the time 'Gets Me Through' was released in 2001, Ozzy Osbourne was navigating a resurgence in popularity following the success of his reality show, 'The Osbournes'. This album was part of his later career phase, showcasing his ability to evolve while still embracing the heavy metal roots that defined him since the early 1970s.
Stylistic neighbors: Black Sabbath· Alice Cooper· Judas Priest