Last Rites
4.8 | 1,989 ratings
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Last update: 03-22-2026
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- Amy V."Last Rites", my review by AmyA 'must-have' for any Ozzy fan. I made myself late for work reading this book when my copy arrived. Once it went on sale I snapped up a copy.
A huge "thank you!" to Jack, (Ozzy's son), who mentioned the pre-sale of his father's book on the Good Morning America program.
Whether you're familiar with Ozzy since the beginning of his solo career beginning in 1980, Or, if you grew up seeing Ozzy on "The Osbournes" reality TV show, then this book is fantastic, yet a real tear-jerker, and difficult read as you can't help but feel the immense emotions that Ozzy felt and expressed.
I've been an Ozzy fan since the start of his solo career. I grew up listening to Ozzy on the radio and watched his first videos on MTV (when the station was still in it's infancy). I bought most of Ozzy's albums all throughout my teenage years eons ago and I knew him as the "lovable lunatic" from the music magazines.
If ever Ozzy was featured in Rockline!, Hit Parader Heavy Metal Heroes, Blast, Metal Edge music magazines I always read the articles, and when I had the allowance money, I'd buy a copy of said magazines back in the day.
The Madman is witty, brutally honest, and you'll laugh with him in parts, turn the page and cry at the sheer physical pain he lived with, especially after his horrendous ATV accident that almost killed him.
This book also gives the reader a "heads up" on what's it's like to grow older, and essentially there's a deep sense of sadness pouring out of the Madman that I detected. Ozzy also goes in great detail about what its like living with "Parks 2", which is in the same family as Parkinson's disease and how debilitating that has become for him.
Ozzy really grabs you and pulls you into his reality of what it's like to undergo risky and dangerous surgeries, doctor visits, and a long list of various medications that he needed to control the onset of Park's 2.
Ozzy became the literal version of "Iron Man" and never gave up his determination to return to the stage and to his adoring fans, whom he loved and appreciated.
I'm only half through this book and already I can tell to have a box of tissues ready. ???? I have a feeling the end is going to be extremely emotional. ????
When you're growing up and you see Ozzy for the first time ever on MTV, it was special, it was incredible. And then to see young Randy Rhoads just shredding classical riffs like it was nothing was even more phenomenal for me! I was captived and I knew heavy metal was taking shape back then. I was in utter shock when Randy sadly, and tragically passed away on March 19th, 1982 at the young age of 25. Ozzy also discusses that fateful and tragic day in his book too. That's my review of this incredible read!
Rest in peace dear Ozzy! Love and miss you always, you lovable lunatic, you! Thank you for your music and your legacy!✌️????????????????
- Amy - Lenore FergusonLong live Ozzy!This book is written very well, with lots of interesting information from the Prince of Darkness himself. Often humorous and entertaining but with lots of candor and heart. Couldn’t put it down!
- BrandiJohnson12The perfect bookThis book.....this is something amazing. No matter if you are a little bit of an Ozzy fan or a full blown fan, this is a must read. I am not a big book person, but some catch my eye and before I know it, I am at the end. This had me giggling, smiling and crying. I felt like I was in an Ozzy dream living these moments with him and his family and friends. It really took you away with him wherever he was talking about. Who would have thought the amazing singer is also an amazing story teller?!
I am so glad he had a chance to do this book and leave us all with just a bit more Ozzy! - Christina McComiskieA fantastic read!What a fantastic autobiography. It's raw, honest, funny and unapologetically Ozzy. I loved it so much. RIP Ozzy. ????????
- girliegirlwaAn easy and entertaining readI’m Gen X with a healthy love for Ozzy Osbourne, nothing obsessive. This book felt like an opportunity to get to know him and what a sweet, funny, considerate and smart person he was. He’s a great writer with tons of entertaining stories that no one would have known about otherwise. His relationship with his wife could actually teach us married folk a few things about how to have a good marriage. Very easy read got through it in a few nights. The only thing missing was pictures!
- BfarrisA MUST READ! EXCELLENT FROM START TO FINISH. BE PREPARED TO SHED TEARSTHE ABSOLUTE BEST! BOTH ENDEARING & HEARTBREAKING!! ONCE I STARTED READING I COULD NOT STOP UNTIL THE END. OZZY WAS A VERY HONEST, HUMBLE, & GIVING MAN. REST IN PEACE- YOU WERE NO ORDINARY MAN & I WILL SEE YOU ON THE OTHER SIDE.
- ChristopherA must read for any Ozzy fan!!Of course being a big fan, I loved Ozzy’s autobiography “I Am Ozzy”.
His latest, and last book,”Last Rites” has been on my radar for a while, and ordered it as soon as I could after its release. It did not disappoint.
It’s funny and sad at the same time. The hell that poor man went through with his health those last 6 years of his life made his Back to the Beginning concert that much more meaningful.
Coauthor Chris Ayres did a great job capturing Ozzy’s humor, pain, attitude, heart and soul for this book. I recommend it for any Ozzy fan or any fans of music biographies. - Ashley D.Last Rites: A Final EncoreLast Rights is a captivating and brutally honest memoir told in the only way Ozzy Osbourne could. With humor and heart, he opens up about his lifelong struggles with addiction, his journey through Black Sabbath and his solo career, and his battles with declining health leading up to his final performance, Back to the Beginning.
Beneath the rock legend’s larger-than-life persona, Ozzy reveals a man defined by resilience, love, and loyalty. Above all, his devotion to his family—especially Sharon—shines through every page. A raw, moving, and unforgettable reflection from the Prince of Darkness himself.