Jack Osbourne Unleashes Fiery Defense of Dad Ozzy After Roger Waters' "Imbecile" Slam

The rock world is abuzz following a fiery exchange that saw Jack Osbourne fiercely defend his father, the legendary Ozzy Osbourne, against a surprising verbal attack from Pink Floyd co-founder Roger Waters. Waters, known for his iconic songwriting and sometimes controversial statements, recently sparked outrage by calling the "Prince of Darkness" an "imbecile" during an interview.

The comments came during an appearance on the "WTF with Marc Maron" podcast, where Waters was promoting his new memoir, "The Dark Side of the Moon: An Illustrated History." When asked about his musical tastes, Waters dismissively stated, "I'm not a big fan of music, generally." The conversation then veered to Ozzy Osbourne, where Waters delivered his scathing assessment: "He's an imbecile.

I don't think he's a musician. I'm not a fan. I don't care about him. He's an imbecile."

Unsurprisingly, these remarks did not sit well with the Osbourne family, particularly Jack Osbourne. Taking to his Instagram story, Jack launched a passionate defense of his father, directly addressing Waters' criticisms.

He didn't mince words, calling Waters' comments "pathetically out of touch" and highlighting the vast difference in their legacies.

Jack retorted, "Coming from a man who dresses up as a SS Officer on stage and uses a pig balloon with the Star of David on it. What exactly is a musician Roger? A man who can’t even play his own instrument? Just because your a miserable old fart with a chip on your shoulder does not give you the right to talk about my father in that light.

You are an irrelevant, bitter old man who is mad that he was fired from a band that went on to be more successful without him. You are not a musician, you are a political activist who happens to play an instrument poorly."

Jack's strong words underscored the general sentiment among rock fans who view Ozzy Osbourne not just as a musician but as a cultural icon.

As the frontman for Black Sabbath, Ozzy helped define heavy metal, and his subsequent solo career solidified his status as one of rock's most enduring and charismatic figures. His influence spans decades, and his unique stage presence and vocal style are instantly recognizable.

Meanwhile, Roger Waters has cemented his own legacy as a primary songwriter and conceptual visionary behind Pink Floyd's most celebrated works, including "The Dark Side of the Moon" and "The Wall." However, his career has also been marked by well-publicized disputes with his former bandmates and increasingly divisive political stances, which Jack Osbourne was quick to reference in his rebuttal.

This feud emerges at a time when Ozzy Osbourne has been remarkably open about his ongoing health battles, including his Parkinson's diagnosis and numerous spinal surgeries.

Despite these challenges, Ozzy has repeatedly expressed his desire to return to the stage, showcasing his enduring passion for music and performing – a far cry from the "imbecile" label Waters attempted to assign him.

The clash between two giants of rock culture, represented by their fiercely loyal kin, serves as a stark reminder of the deep personal connections and passionate opinions that permeate the music industry.

While Waters may have intended to diminish Ozzy's stature, Jack Osbourne's swift and powerful response has only reinforced the immense respect and admiration Ozzy commands worldwide, proving that the Prince of Darkness's legacy burns brighter than ever.