Metallica bassist Robert Trujillo remembered the important role Ozzy Osbourne played in his life and career in a new tribute to the late musician.

Metallica bassist Robert Trujillo did not hold back in giving thanks to Ozzy Osbourne for helping him achieve his musical dreams on the eve of attending the funeral for the beloved heavy metal legend.

Metallica's Robert Trujillo is remembering Ozzy Osbourne. In a poignant Instagram post shared on Tuesday, July 29 ahead of Osbourne's funeral in Birmingham the following day, the bassist wrote about the late Prince of Darkness. Trujillo, 60, and Osbourne, who died on July 22, performed together from 1996 until 2003 as part of Osbourne's solo band.