About the Song
In 2010, Ozzy Osbourne released Scream, an album that marked a new chapter in his career — bold, aggressive, and infused with a sense of restless energy. Buried deep within the tracklist lies “I Want It More,” a lesser-known cut that doesn’t grab headlines but packs a visceral punch for fans who appreciate Ozzy’s darker, introspective side.
From the opening moments, “I Want It More” feels like a declaration of hunger — not just for power or passion, but for meaning, connection, and something greater than the self. Ozzy’s voice, seasoned by decades of excess and survival, slices through the heavy guitars and pounding drums with a desperate urgency.
“You gave me your word / But your word just wasn’t enough…”
The song explores themes of disillusionment and longing, painting a portrait of someone who has tasted the highs of life but still finds himself unsatisfied — still searching. This isn’t the Ozzy of “Crazy Train” or the theatrical menace of “Mr. Crowley.” This is a man grappling with the emptiness that follows desire fulfilled but never resolved.
Musically, it’s thunderous. The guitar work, provided by Gus G., is sharp and modern, while the rhythm section delivers a fierce, almost industrial energy. But the core remains Ozzy’s unmistakable delivery — filled with gravel, grit, and a strange kind of sorrow.
“I Want It More” may not have been a chart-topper, but it’s an essential part of Scream’s emotional arc. It reminds us that even legends still hunger, still question, still ache. For fans who listen beyond the singles, this track is a dark gem — a moment where Ozzy lets the mask slip, revealing the man beneath the myth.