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Geezer Butler (musician)

Geezer Butler is an influential English musician best known as the bassist and primary lyricist for the legendary heavy metal band Black Sabbath. His powerful bass playing and dark, thought-provoking lyrics helped shape the sound of early metal music, emphasizing themes of existentialism, mysticism, and social issues. Butler's innovative approach to bass guitar and songwriting significantly contributed to Black Sabbath’s pioneering influence on heavy metal. Beyond music, his distinctive style and gritty lyrical content have cemented his legacy as a foundational figure in heavy metal history.