What does Ozzmosis sound like?

A blend of heavy riffs and introspective lyrics, merging classic metal with a modern production sheen. Rooted in hard rock and heavy metal. Start with "Perry Mason".

Is Ozzmosis a good place to start with Ozzy Osbourne?

Yes, Ozzmosis is recommended as a starting point for new Ozzy Osbourne listeners. A blend of heavy riffs and introspective lyrics, merging classic metal with a modern production sheen. Released in 1995, Ozzmosis marked Ozzy Osbourne's seventh studio album and came after the highly successful No More Tears. At this time, Osbourne was experiencing a resurgence in popularity, bolstered by his reality TV show The Osbournes and a renewed connection with fans through live performances. This album showcased his ability to adapt to changing musical landscapes while maintaining his signature sound.

Ozzmosis works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, long, immersive listening sessions and dynamic emotional journeys.

How many songs are on Ozzmosis?

Ozzmosis has 10 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.

Released 31 years ago this October

Ozzmosis

Ozzy Osbourne · 1995

56 min · 10 tracks · hard rock

A blend of heavy riffs and introspective lyrics, merging classic metal with a modern production sheen.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Perry Mason Start here — The album opener combines heavy guitar riffs with a narrative-driven lyric that sets the tone for personal introspection throughout Ozzmosis.
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I Just Want You — This track features a catchy chorus and explores themes of desire and vulnerability, showcasing Osbourne’s lyrical depth amid powerful instrumentation.
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See You on the Other Side — A haunting ballad that deals with loss and longing, it highlights Osbourne's softer vocal delivery while maintaining a heavy emotional weight.

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

Ozzmosis blends heavy riffs with introspective lyrics, showcasing solid songwriting and production.

What we noticed

The album opens with a heavy, driving riff in 'Perry Mason' that sets a consistent tone for the first half.
Several tracks feature layered guitar harmonies and prominent solos, particularly in 'I Just Want You' and 'My Jekyll Doesn’t Hide'.
The lyrics often reflect introspective themes, with a notable shift in mood during 'Tomorrow', which slows down the pace significantly.

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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady, consistent energy levels
long, immersive listening sessions
dynamic emotional journeys
introspective late-night reflections

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Late Career Highlight — Shows continued relevance in heavy metal during a resurgence in popularity.
Themes: loss and longing· modern celebrity culture
Moods: Dark· Introspective
Career context: Released in 1995, Ozzmosis marked Ozzy Osbourne's seventh studio album and came after the highly successful No More Tears. At this time, Osbourne was experiencing a resurgence in popularity, bolstered by his reality TV show The Osbournes and a renewed connection with fans through live performances. This album showcased his ability to adapt to changing musical landscapes while maintaining his signature sound.
Stylistic neighbors: Black Sabbath· Alice Cooper· Judas Priest