You might think you know all there is to know about Ozzy Osbourne, but as a true rock icon, he never fails to surprise us. While it’s well-known that the Black Sabbath frontman has had a wild life both musically and personally, few of his collaborations are as unexpected as his work with Miss Piggy.
Yes, you read that right! The ‘Prince of Darkness’ teamed up with the beloved Muppet for a duet of Steppenwolf’s classic “Born to be Wild.” It sounds like something out of a fever dream—and trust me, it’s as hilarious and surreal as it sounds. However, Osbourne himself doesn’t recall much about this peculiar partnership.
He might blame age for his memory lapses, but it’s likely that this 1994 single is something he’d rather forget. Describing it as a duet might be a stretch; it features Osbourne singing while Miss Piggy chimes in with odd comments like “Oh, that’s so beautiful,” before cheekily attempting to escape at the end. Yes, it’s as bizarre as it sounds.
In recent times, Osbourne finally addressed his unusual collaboration with the sassy puppet. “Believe me, I’m not a big Miss fucking Piggy fan,” he candidly told Esquire. “You have to be careful about what you put on a track—someone, somewhere will release it.” While it sounds like he might be ready to stir up some drama, the exact circumstances that led to this collab remain a mystery.
Osbourne admitted, “I don’t remember everything I recorded, but you’ll hear it. When I was messed up all the time, I did some crazy things.” And considering his turbulent history, it makes sense that one quirky collaboration with a cartoon character from years ago wouldn’t weigh too heavily on his mind.
Even if he’s willing to move on, fans still love to dig through the archives to find this hidden gem. It may not have been a chart-topping hit, but Jim Henson’s magical puppets always add a special touch, even enhancing the aura of the ‘Prince of Darkness.’
As we look ahead to Black Sabbath’s upcoming farewell concert, one can’t help but wonder if Miss Piggy might make a surprise appearance. Step aside, Metallica and Slayer—this could be the ultimate shocker!
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