War Pigs
Ozzy Osbourne · Just Say Ozzy (Live At Philadelphia [2003]
just like witches at black masses
evil minds that plot destruction
sorcerers of death's construction
in the fields the bodies burning
as the war machine keeps turning
death and hatred to mankind
poisoning their brainwashed minds, oh lord yeah!
Politicians hide themselves away
they only started the war
Why should they go out to fight?
They leave that role to the poor
Time will tell on their power minds
Making war just for fun
Treating people just like pawns in chess
Wait 'till their judgement day comes, yeah!
Now in darkness, world stops turning
as she is aware there's bodies burning.
No more war pigs of the power
Hand of god has sturck the hour
Day of judgement, god is calling
on their knees, the war pigs crawling
Begging mercy for their sins
Satan, laughing, spreads his wings
ALL RIGHT NOW!
War Pigs
Ozzy Osbourne's 'War Pigs' stands as a defining track from the heavy metal era, originally recorded for the 1980 album 'Blizzard of Ozz'. The song is renowned for its aggressive riffing and Osbourne's distinctive, gravelly vocals, which helped establish his signature sound and solidified the band's reputation as pioneers of the genre. While the original studio version remains a cornerstone of their discography, this live rendition from 'Just Say Ozzy (Live At Philadelphia [2003])' captures the raw energy and power of the performance. It serves as a testament to the band's ability to deliver high-impact rock music that resonated globally, influencing countless subsequent acts in hard rock and metal. The track's enduring popularity ensures its place in the canon of classic heavy metal recordings.