23/07/2025
bitsANDwaves announces the release of the lead single from Highman & Metalfunkel’s upcoming album: a contemplative, acoustic rendition of Black Sabbath’s “Paranoid,” featuring guitar, cello, and harpsichord.
Released just one day after the passing of Ozzy Osbourne, this cover now stands as a heartfelt tribute to the legendary frontman whose voice thrilled a generation. With austere instrumentation and lush harmonies, the duo illuminates the lyrical vulnerability at the heart of the original, reminding us that even the heaviest songs carry a vulnerable soul.
Reimagined through the lens of classic folk sensibilities, “Paranoid” emerges as a timeless meditation on anxiety, isolation, and emotional truth. Highman & Metalfunkel approach the track not as a novelty, but as a sincere homage, allowing the strength of Ozzy’s melody and message to remain central.
This single continues a broader project dedicated to exploring the emotional core and structural integrity of iconic works, affirming that great songs are truly transcendent, and that Ozzy’s legacy echoes far beyond the distortion.
