Carrie Underwood’s Stirring “Mama, I’m Coming Home” Becomes a Poignant Tribute After Ozzy Osbourne’s Death When Carrie Underwood first sang “Mama, I’m Coming Home” on The Howard Stern Show back in 2023, the moment was already electric—unexpected, heartfelt, and deeply respectful.
But in the days following Ozzy Osbourne’s passing on July 22, 2025, that same performance has taken on a haunting new resonance. Originally released in 1991, “Mama, I’m Coming Home” was a rare, introspective ballad from the man often hailed as the “Prince of Darkness.” Written with longtime collaborator Zakk Wylde, it was more than just a song—it was Ozzy’s personal letter to his wife, Sharon, capturing raw emotion, regret, and the aching pull of love after distance.
It revealed a gentler, more human side of a rock icon known for his wildness. For Underwood—country superstar with…
