Coldplay paid tribute to Ozzy Osbourne during their show in Nashville, Tennessee just hours after his death

Martin told the audience: "We'd like to dedicate this whole show to the incredible genius, talent, and characterful [sic] gift to the world who was Ozzy Osbourne. We send our love to his family."

At the end of the song, Martin looked towards the sky and raised his arms, saying: "OK Ozzy, we love you. Wherever you're going. Thank you for everything."

Ozzy first recorded Changes with Black Sabbath in 1972, but he released it again in 2003 as a duet with his daughter Kelly.

His death comes just two weeks after the rocker reunited with his Black Sabbath bandmates for their Back To The Back to the Beginning farewell show in their hometown of Birmingham, England which raised millions of pounds for charity.

The good causes supported by the gig included Birmingham Children's Hospital, which released a statement thanking Ozzy for his lasting contribution to the organisation's future.

It read: "We're so very sad to hear the news of Ozzy Osbourne's passing. Ozzy had an incredible career and life, but never forgot his Brummie roots.

"Our hospital was extremely lucky to have his support over the years and most recently with his iconic final performance, which will leave a lasting legacy for our sick kids.

"Our thoughts are with Sharon and the whole Osbourne family. Our hospital has lost a friend, Birmingham a son and the world a musical legend."

The concert's funds will also help the Acorns Children's Hospice, and a spokesperson for the charity said of the loss: "We are deeply saddened by the passing of Ozzy Osbourne and send our heartfelt condolences to Sharon and the entire Osbourne family at this incredibly difficult time ...

"For us at Acorns, Ozzy's generosity and compassion will never be forgotten. His decision, alongside Black Sabbath and Sharon Osbourne, to support Acorns during their unforgettable Back to the Beginning show at Villa Park was a moment of pure magic ...

"That night and in the weeks since, thanks to Ozzy, our children's hospice care has been embraced by people across the world. Families who so often can feel unseen have been celebrated by millions."