YUNGBLUD’s gone and done a proper lush thing, mun. The punk prince of Gen Z just released a live recording of Black Sabbath’s emotional ballad “Changes”, and here’s the kicker:
👉 Every. Single. Penny. made from the track is going straight to charity.
No industry fluff. No “portion of proceeds.” Just raw vocals and real kindness. 🖤
🕶️ Back to the Beginning – With a Sabbath Twist
The cover was performed as part of YUNGBLUD’s Back To The Beginning show — a one-off intimate gig that took things right back to his roots. Stripped-back. Soulful. Just him, a mic, and that gut-punch of a song originally penned by Ozzy Osbourne and Tony Iommi.
And let’s be real: this wasn’t just a tribute — it was a statement. Yungblud poured his heart out into “Changes,” and it hits different in his voice. Less Brummie growl, more emotional breakdown — but in the best way possible. 😭
“Every single penny is going to charity,”
Yungblud announced proudly. “No catches. No cuts. Just music helping people.”
YESS MUN! That’s how you do it. 👏
🎧 From Heavy Metal to Heavy Emotions
Let’s take a second to appreciate how wild this is.
Yungblud, known for chaotic live energy and rebellious punk-pop anthems, slowing down and channeling early-‘70s Sabbath? You wouldn’t expect it — but it works. Oh, it really works.
Where Sabbath’s original version aches with the pain of Ozzy’s family falling apart, Yungblud’s cover speaks to a new generation feeling lost, fractured, and yearning for connection. It’s like emo Sabbath for the TikTok age — and we mean that in the best way possible. 😅
🎤 “I’m going through changes…”
💔 Same, bud. Same.
💸 But Let’s Talk About That Charity Bit Again
In a time where some artists are charging £300 for nosebleed seats and £25 for a tour laminate (don’t get us started), Yungblud just casually dropped a live cover and gave the whole thing to a good cause.
That’s punk as hell.
He didn’t do it for clout. He didn’t drop a merch bundle. He didn’t make it part of a deluxe platinum exclusive NFT-only preorder. He just put out some music and said:
👉 “Let’s help people.”
That’s what being an artist should be about sometimes, innit?
🔥 Fans React: “Ozzy Would Be Proud”
Let’s be honest: this could’ve gone badly.
Covering Sabbath is no joke. And “Changes” isn’t just any Sabbath song — it’s their most emotional. Their most exposed.
But fans? Absolutely loved it.
- “Chills, bro. Literal goosebumps.”
- “Never thought I’d cry to Yungblud… but here we are.”
- “Ozzy would be proud of this.”
- “Can we get this pressed on vinyl and donate even more?!”
The vibe online has been overwhelmingly positive, with metalheads, emos, and casual listeners all coming together for this tender moment. Who knew Sabbath could unite the scene again in 2025?
🎵 Where to Stream (and Support!)
The live version of “Changes” is available now on all major streaming platforms. Every stream, every purchase, every download helps raise money for charity — and helps spread a little more light in the dark.
So go on. Stream it. Cry to it. Share it.
And if you see someone having a rough day, send them this version. No words needed.
🤘 The Riff Report Verdict
Rock rating: 10/10 tear-stained eyeliner streaks.
Charity rating: Pure angel energy.
Sabbath rating: Emotional damage.
Yungblud’s take on “Changes” isn’t just a cover — it’s a moment.
A reminder that music still has power. And that sometimes, just sometimes, the loudest thing you can do is slow down and sing from the heart.
Proper job, bud. Proper job. 🖤
