Ozzy Osbourne

I once set my hair on fire trying to cook a sausage.

2007 — Interview with Howard Stern

Strange & Unusual Unverifiable

I'm just a rock 'n' roll star. I'm not a politician.

1980s-2000s — Interview, often in response to questions about social issues or his public image.

Controversial Unverifiable

I've been accused of being a satanist. I've been accused of being a drug addict. I've been accused of being a pedophile. I've been accused of being a bloody idiot. But I'm not any of those things.

1980s-1990s — Interview, addressing common accusations and misconceptions.

Controversial Unverifiable

I don't understand why people are afraid of new ideas. I'm afraid of old ones.

1990s-2000s — Interview, expressing his rebellious spirit and embrace of the unconventional.

Controversial Unverifiable

I'm just a guy who sings. I'm not a rocket scientist.

1980s-2000s — Interview, downplaying his intellect and emphasizing his simple love for music.

Controversial Unverifiable

My brain is like a sieve. I can't remember anything.

2000s — Interview, often joking about his memory issues due to past substance abuse.

Controversial Unverifiable

I'm not a very good role model. I'm just me.

1990s-2000s — Interview, acknowledging his controversial past and unconventional lifestyle.

Controversial Unverifiable

I've done so much drugs and alcohol, I'm surprised I'm still alive.

1990s-2000s — Interview, openly discussing his struggles with addiction.

Controversial Unverifiable

I'm not going to be a clean-cut guy. I'm just not.

1980s-1990s — Interview, embracing his rebellious image.

Controversial Unverifiable

I've been in more detoxes than a bottle of Windex.

2000s — Autobiography or interview, a humorous take on his repeated attempts at sobriety.

Controversial Unverifiable

I'm not a religious person, but I'm spiritual.

1990s-2000s — Interview, clarifying his beliefs amidst accusations of satanism.

Controversial Unverifiable

I don't think I'm a particularly good singer, but I can make a noise.

1970s-1980s — Interview, a self-deprecating comment on his vocal abilities.

Controversial Unverifiable

I've done things that I'm not proud of, but I'm still here.

2000s — Interview, acknowledging his past mistakes and resilience.

Controversial Unverifiable

I'm not a normal person. I'm Ozzy Osbourne.

1980s-2000s — Interview, asserting his unique and larger-than-life persona.

Controversial Unverifiable

I love animals more than I love people sometimes.

2000s — Interview, a well-known sentiment from the animal lover.

Controversial Unverifiable

I've swallowed more drugs than a pharmacy.

2000s — Autobiography or interview, another candid confession about his drug use.

Controversial Unverifiable

I'm not a role model. I'm a cautionary tale.

2000s — Interview, a more self-aware and humorous take on his influence.

Controversial Unverifiable

I don't know what I'd do without my wife. She's my everything.

2000s-2010s — Interview, expressing his deep reliance and love for Sharon Osbourne.

Controversial Unverifiable

I'm not going to sit around and wait for death. I'm going to live the best I can.

2010s-2020s — Interview, discussing his health and approach to life.

Controversial Unverifiable

I've been sober for a long time now, and I'm proud of it.

2000s-2010s — Interview, discussing his journey to sobriety.

Controversial Unverifiable

Sayings by Ozzy Osbourne