Black Sabbath Songs Ranked

Black Sabbath was an English rock band formed in Birmingham in 1968 by guitarist Tony Iommi, drummer Bill Ward, bassist Geezer Butler, and vocalist Ozzy Osbourne. Black Sabbath are often cited as pioneers of heavy metal music. The band helped define the genre with releases such as Black Sabbath (1970), Paranoid (1970), and Master of Reality (1971). The band had multiple line-up changes following Osbourne’s departure in 1979, with Iommi being the only constant member throughout its history. Here are all of Black Sabbath’s songs ranked.

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20. God Is Dead? (13, 2013)

“Black Sabbath really surprised me with their new songs: they were just as good as the early ones, especially this one. It’s all even though I’m not a huge Sabbath fan, still I’m waiting for the next album and hoping it will be just as great as this one. God Is Dead is the highlight of 13, it’s awesome.”

19. Neon Knights (Heaven and Hell, 1980)

“Heaven and hell are the best sabbath album and this is the best heaven and hell song Very polished performance with Ronnie James Dio. An amazing improvement over Oz.”

18. Hand of Doom (Paranoid, 1970)

“A great song. Some of the heaviest work on one hell of a heavy album. Ozzy’s vocal range has never been better explored, Butler’s bass moves the song along while Iommi and Ward fill in wherever they want. This is easily one of the most complex songs, both lyrically and arrangement wise. It’s just pure Sabbath and I love it.”

17. Supernaut (Vol. 4, 1972)

“Seriously underrated. It’s a real shame that Paranoid had 3 really big hits, and as a result, listening to anything else other then Paranoid is obsolete. Volume 4 is really underrated, and has some of Sabbath’s best songs, Supernaught tops this list. It’s unlike anything I’ve ever heard, the only other Black Sabbath song that can rival this (in my opinion) is Children of The Grave.”

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16. Turn Up the Night (Mob Rules, 1981)

“This is my favorite Black Sabbath song. It is the epitome of what heavy metal should be. I use it as a ringtone on my phone…, and people will always ask me “what is that song, and who is that band! “. The most underrated song by the band that single-handedly created heavy metal.”

15. Fairies Wear Boots (Paranoid, 1970)

“The best sabbath, period! No commercialized productions on this list no matter who’s fault. The unpolished gems are always the best! Now I have to get back to my drink.”

14. The Wizard (Black Sabbath, 1970)

“The amazing guitar riff breathes for a moment only to allow drums to kick your ass. The fact the Ozzy was able to make a HARMONICA sound heavy should put this song in the top ten. The iconic part of the song isn’t any guitars, drums, bass, or vocals. It’s the harmonica.”

13. Into the Void (Master of Reality, 1971)

“My all time favourite Black Sabbath song! You’ve got killer Bass, badass Lyrics, astounding Drums and the Riff Of Doom! Not to mention the fact that it’s heavy as hell! I mean come on, it’s hands down the best Sabbath song out there!”

12. Electric Funeral (Paranoid, 1970)

“Best song by Black Sabbath due to the riff being such a systematic orchestration with a synchronized methodical repeat; has the most compelling rhythm and melody as well as a nuclear post-apocalyptic feeling & a definitive juxtaposition of culmination coupled with a mechanical flow which is highly memorable.”

11. Snowblind (Vol. 4, 1972)

“This song pretty much inspired most of doom metal. The only song I can think of that had a bigger influence was their self titled song. The main riff I. This song is just… Amazing.”

10. Sweet Leaf (Master of Reality, 1971)

“I’m not one to advocate marijuana, but this song is so beautifully trippy and the riffs are awesome! I love it! The riff on this song is totally killer! This was the pinnacle of their sound, and easily the best song of 1971.”

9. Symptom Of The Universe (Sabotage, 1975)

“My favourite Black Sabbath song from my favourite Black Sabbath Song! Black Sabbath were the first metal band I listened to so they hold a special place in my heart. The riff at the start is gripping and Ozzy’s vocals give me the chills!”

8. Sabbath Bloody Sabbath (Sabbath Bloody Sabbath, 1973)

“Ozzy laid down the most stunning original and haunting vocals ever committed to vinyl that alone would be enough but then the music… The dirtiest guitar sound ever wrought from the instrument jesus what a track”

7. Heaven and Hell (Heaven and Hell, 1980)

“I love the ozzy and dio eras of Black Sabbath but one thing will never change for me, I believe this is the most epic and well written song by Black Sabbath. But there are so many other songs that come close.”

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6. Children Of The Grave (Master of Reality, 1971)

“Love this song! It was on the album that is purely responsible for giving birth to doom and this song sticks out the most along with Into the Void. Plus it has a pounding bass + drum line with epic vocals and guitars and a catchy tune”

5. N.I.B. (Black Sabbath, 1970)

“Another misunderstood song by Black Sabbath. This song is not about worshipping the Devil, it’s simply about the Devil falling in love and having a change of heart and becoming a good person. I’d say it’s a great and meaningful song.”

4. Black Sabbath (Black Sabbath, 1970)

“Black Sabbath, Black Sabbath, the scariest song ever written. It is literally based off of demon figures in the middle of the night! Plus the tritone is being played (banned for sounding satanic if the past) and it is basically the first “heavy metal” song ever.”

3. Iron Man (Paranoid, 1970)

“Best song in existence, Black Sabbath at their best! This song is the first one I heard by them, I was young at that time and I thought it was about the super hero. But even now, knowing better, it still remains my favorite. Sometimes I like to think it is about the Marvel superhero, and that only makes it better. This is undefinably awesome.”

2. Paranoid (Paranoid, 1970)

“Paranoid” IS the song that made Heavy Metal the great genre it is today. It’s lyrics are like poetry especially the line “People think I’m insane because I’m frowning all the time” and I think Geezer Butler should win the Nobel Prize for composing such great lyrics. But Tony’s guitar playing made the song great!”

1. War Pigs (Paranoid, 1970)

“This song is without a doubt one of my favourite to play on the guitar. Tony Iommi quite literally invented the Metal Riff and we all have so much to thank him for because of it! Great song sends chills down my spine every time I listen to it. a classic sabbath song for anyone looking to get into the bands work. Or metal in general”