The Coldstream Guards delivered a powerful tribute to rock legend Ozzy Osbourne on July 30, 2025, during the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace. The military band surprised onlookers by playing “Paranoid” by Black Sabbath, honoring Osbourne just days after his passing on July 22.
In a now-viral video shared on TikTok, the band marched in full uniform while performing the iconic song. Fans flooded the comments with praise. One wrote, “Fantastic! Thank you for honoring the Prince of Darkness,” while another added, “What a unique and powerful tribute!”
Founded in 1650, the Coldstream Guards are one of Britain’s oldest military units, and their band has played historic venues around the world. This rare tribute to a rock star highlighted the nation’s love for Ozzy.
The tribute happened the same day as Osbourne’s memorial service in Birmingham, where fans gathered in his hometown to say goodbye. “He had a zest for life… and my god did he find it,” said BBC Radio presenter Ed James.
