Tattoos are more popular than ever. People from nearly every social, cultural, and ideological background are using tattoos as a way to identify themselves to the world. But sometimes your tattoo can send a message that's different than what you intended. Here's what your tattoo is really saying about you:
Tribal Band Around Bicep
What You Think It Says: I am totally badass, and everyone is gonna be able to tell that I hit the gym regularly. Now nobody's gonna mess with me when I put on my sleeveless "Event Security" t-shirt.
What It Really Says: I only do curls at the gym, so I need to circle my one muscular body part to divert attention away from my scrawny legs, and this design was the coolest one in the tattoo guy's book.
Statement Heard From This Person: " Hey, pussy! You can't bring that camera in here! There are photos of Triple H and Chris Jerico available inside the arena."
Celtic Symbol on Back
What You Think It Says: I'm out of the house now, so I'm totally getting that tattoo. I'm freakin' rebelious, and when school starts everyone is gonna know it!
What It Really Says: I can't go swimming when Granny is around.
Statement Heard From This Person: "Do you promise mom and dad don't know about my tattoo? Okay, and what about those porn sites I charged to Dad's credit card?"
Butterfly on Small of Back
What You Think It Says: This is a cute accent to my already attractive body. It will draw attention to my waist, which is a good feature of mine. Then when they see what it is they'll say, "Aw, how cute! It's an adorable butterfly! It must be an accurate representation of that girl's personality!"
What It Really Says: Aim your cumshot here.
Statement Heard From This Person: "There are seriously no hot guys in here. I'm gonna go talk to that Mexican busboy for a while."
Poem on Forearm
What You Think It Says: I'm artistic and creative. I went to a Liberal Arts college for a while, and my experiences there made me a better person and expanded my world view. My new outlook on life is best-represented by this particular poem, so I wear in on my body at all times.
What It Really Says: Hi, I'm a bike messenger. I'm here to deliver some important documents.
Statement Heard From This Person: Oh, you can definitely read a book and ride a bike at the same time...unless you're reading Neitzsche."
Small Heart on Pelvis
What You Think It Says: This tattoo is a special gift for someone who I care deeply about...when they go down on me.
What It Really Says: I paid a hairy, sweaty tattoo artist $35 to rest his hand on my vagina for an hour.
Statement Heard From This Person: "Hi, it's nice to meet you. Do you have a tattoo? 'Cuz I do. Wanna see it?"
Flower on Foot
What You Think It Says: I'm officially the coolest R.A. in the dorm building! The other grad students are never going to believe I went through with it, and they are gonna think I'm so awesome! Plus, I can hide it with my socks when people I respect come around.
What It Really Says: I will regret this when I graduate and have to get a real job.
Statement Heard From This Person: "You have to let me check your backpack if you want to go up to your girlfriend's room."
Fierce Animal on Calf
What You Think It Says: Hey, I'm still a badass. It just so happens that I fathered a couple of children recently, so I've got some responsibility now. I have to have a job, so I can hide this tattoo with pants. But if it weren't for the family and the job, I would totally unleash! That's why it's a tattoo of a fierce animal: because if I didn't have all of this "life" stuff piling up around me, that's how crazy I could be.
What It Really Says: I'm probably going to steal something from this convenience store.
Statement Heard From This Person: "Did you see the Lakers game last night? I almost bet my friend five bucks that they'd lose, but then I didn't."
Funny Cartoon on Ass
What You Think It Says: I'm going to be the life of the party now with this hilarious ass tattoo! Everyone is going to pay attention to me!
What It Really Says: I let a stranger put his hands inches from my butthole for three and a half hours.
Statement Heard From This Person: "You're laughing at the tattoo and not me, right?"
Spider on Your Skull
What You Think It Says: I'm not satisfied by just freaking people out with my normal peircings and tattoos. I need something that lets people know that I really, really don't give a shit about anything. Just shaving my head and wearing only black clothes won't do, so I've decided to stack some badass on top of badass.
What It Really Says: I'm on probation, and there's a good chance I might kill you.
Statement Heard From This Person: "I'm not allowed near that playground."
Awful Name in Cursive on Neck
What You Think It Says: There's a woman that I love somewhere, but I gotta drive this big rig all the time, so I don't see her much. That's why I got her name tatooed right here on my neck: so that everytime I check my rearview mirrors, I'll be reminded of her. Also, I couldn't put it on my chest because I already have a huge tattoo of a naked woman there.
What It Really Says: I totally f*cked this chick named Destiny once.
Statement Heard From This Person: "You ever made love in the back of an 18-wheeler on top of forty-eight hundred boxes of string cheese?"
Why would she regret the tattoo? It's not visible, why would she regret it? Just doesn't make any sense. Yeah, you guys just rushed the fuck through this one.
Also some of these lists are just plain stupid. In your mind no one should have any sort of beard or hair cut or tattoo at all.
It's just bad and lazy writing. Shitting on everything isn't funny.
If you get a tattoo to be cool, yes, it will be dumb, and yes, you will regret it.
If you get a tattoo that means something to you, you'll never regret it and it probably isn't dumb.
People are just closed-minded dipshits.
Go draw a tattoo of similar size and put on a normal pair of professional shoes, if your not wearing sneakers your gonna see that and look like a fool.
99% of people with tattoos have absolutely zero idea where the symbols originate in the first place. If they did they would make much more mature and intelligent choices. In other words most people are tools.
people that cliche tattoos are the ones that are fuckin stupid. kinda like the guy above me said. tribal, tramp stamps, and some chicks name tattooed on you are just a few of the many. pretty good analysis.
Probably the same as getting a tweety bird:
You think it means: "I'm crazy, random and funny"
What it really means: "I'm crazy and random but in a few years when I put on a bit of weight, it's going to stretch out and look like big bird."
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I have seen this same article idea on a thousand different websites written by a thousand different people. This happens to be one of the much stupider ones. Not to mention, I'm sure this article was written by some pussy who would defecate himself just getting his yearly flu vaccination. If your going to make fun of something you are too scared to try, at least make it somewhat funny.
aww, boo hoo. sounds like the whining of someone who actually HAS one of these totally played out tats. Probably that dude in the tank top with the Tasmanian Devil or the eagle tattoo. You are just getting bitchy because you have seen a thousand different websites written by a thousand different people all telling you that your tattoo is lame. Getting inked dosn't make anyone hardcore so quit getting so defensive ya puss.
Hell, its the people who DON'T have tattoos that are the original ones. Everyone has them anymore. Good for you if you get one because you want it, but don't think it makes you unique. My grandmother has one.
The truth is if someone has a tat its there choice and its no one elses buisness,there the ones who have to live with it and there the ones that have to take the critisizam, thats what u have to expect when u get one. But ppl should stop getting mad over other ppl critisizing them..your going to get it ur hole fucking like in one way or another.. anyways if u like it good for u.. be happy dont waiste ur time getting mad over what other ppl say because its on ur body not theirs.. if u dont well then go get it removed or suck it up..
Saying "There" when you mean Their makes you look stupid and "critisizam" and "critisizing" when you mean Criticizing and Criticism removes all doubt that you are an idiot!
There is absolutely no possible way to improve a womans looks with ink. Women are crazy beautiful in any color shape or form. All tats tell me is that you are impulsive, which translates to me having a better chance of bedding u tonight.
Sorry I let out the secret guys.
It's time for people who can't stand the sight of any Tattooed Dipshit or Dipshitette, to declare war!
Laws must be passed to enforce immediate Laser removal of this unsightliness. Date Rape drugs may be needed to be legalised so we can all intervene.
"I got this tattoo because it means something" Fuck Off you retards, it actually means squat outside of your sentimental whim. Keeping a diary or decoration on your skin is just selfish, vain and daft.
Sure there are exceptions where tattoos have significance for some traditional cultures of the world. But unleess you are a Maori or a bum-raped prisoner, what the fuck are you really thinking?
yea dude youre getting way too worked up. why dont you stop worrying about what everyone else is doing and lighten up. Its EXTREMELY ignorant of you to put down every person earth who has a tat, and say that their ideas arent valid. who the fuck are you to tell someone theyre wrong? fuck you.
tattoos are for self expression, if a person chooses to have a tattoo its their buisness and for u to shun them for that makes u totally immature.. just because u wouldnt have a tattoo on ur body doesnt meen that ppl that do should be alienated...
and having tats makes you arrogant how? wow youre even dumber than i thought you were. just stop whining you little bitch. get off your ass and off your computer and go meet someone. not everyone is as stupid as you. so go fuck yourself you cock sucking piece of shit.
As an employer I Shun anyone that walks through my doors with a tattoo. I don't care if its a heart on your pelvis or a cross on your back. If I can see it I'll send you packing. 99% of these morons that get tattooed will regret it and if they are at all visible it will seriously reduce your earning power!
This guy is completely missing the fucking point. We get tattoos WE like. I will never regret it, I will never end up in a job kissing ass to some dipshit boss. If they dont like me I wont work there. There are plenty of succesful people with tattoos. I dont speak of celebrities either, many many people have em. The truth is when your old youll regret being a little pussy your whole life and never doing anything crazy, have you ever riden a motorcycle, are you against pot, its all predictable. your a pathetic fuck in some journalism class and you wanna have butt sex with your professor so you listn to every opinion of his. your a slave to the man and to your mind, EXPAND YOUR MOTHER FUCKING HORIZON, try it atleast for a week man, i dont wanna see you end up old and alone, or do i?
Theres a huge problem here, you think people get tatoos to impress people and because there freinds will like it. so if our freind tells us which tatoo to get we would listen to be cool, but then you want us to listen to your opinion and not get one, because then we would be cool. you see the problem assface. either way its listening to someone else when i wanna listen to what i want.
It's time for people who can't stand the sight of any Tattooed Dipshit or Dipshitette, to declare war!
Laws must be passed to enforce immediate Laser removal of this unsightliness. Date Rape drugs may need to be legalised so we can all intervene.
"I got this tattoo because it means something" Fuck Off you retards, it actually means squat outside of your sentimental whim. Keeping a diary or decoration on your skin is just selfish, vain and daft. Most of us pity you.
Sure there are exceptions where tattoos have significance for some traditional cultures of the world. But unless you are a Maori or a bum-raped prisoner, what the fuck are you really thinking?
Rob, you're being ridiculous. I can't tell whether you're taking the piss out of people who don't like tattoo's or if you're just being a judgemental asshole.
tattoos give people the same gratification that you get from writing anonymously hateful comments on web pages that the are as numerous as your views are bleak im sorry your girl broke up with you in the second grade its time to get over it you emo fucktard
You're probably a fat, million jowled fucking idiot who wears the same sweater every day for fear of flapping his fat elbows in public. Which is why you can't stand the sight of people with tattoos; sheer jealousy. RETARD.
What the fuck does that mean, "Simply an affirmation of one's delusions???" I don't think you could back that up for your fucking life. Try to sound a little pedantic, a little schooled, over TATTOOS. RETARD.
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July 6th, 2009 at 11:26 am
I love when HT brings the harsh truth to the world.
August 14th, 2009 at 03:30 pm
love the skin you're in, not you're on.
July 6th, 2009 at 12:51 pm
How does the foot tattoo mean that?
Why would she regret the tattoo? It's not visible, why would she regret it? Just doesn't make any sense. Yeah, you guys just rushed the fuck through this one.
Also some of these lists are just plain stupid. In your mind no one should have any sort of beard or hair cut or tattoo at all.
It's just bad and lazy writing. Shitting on everything isn't funny.
That's why this comment wasn't funny.
July 6th, 2009 at 01:28 pm
You come to holy taco for the wrong reason. Lighten up jackass.
July 6th, 2009 at 01:37 pm
sounds like someone has a foot tattoo...
July 6th, 2009 at 02:31 pm
She will regret it because it is shitty. That isn't so much funny as accurate.
And that comment wasn't funny because you are an asshole
July 9th, 2009 at 03:17 pm
If you get a tattoo to be cool, yes, it will be dumb, and yes, you will regret it.
If you get a tattoo that means something to you, you'll never regret it and it probably isn't dumb.
People are just closed-minded dipshits.
July 27th, 2009 at 10:15 pm
Go draw a tattoo of similar size and put on a normal pair of professional shoes, if your not wearing sneakers your gonna see that and look like a fool.
July 31st, 2009 at 06:01 pm
Luls
August 1st, 2009 at 09:49 am
99% of people with tattoos have absolutely zero idea where the symbols originate in the first place. If they did they would make much more mature and intelligent choices. In other words most people are tools.
August 1st, 2009 at 11:02 am
people that cliche tattoos are the ones that are fuckin stupid. kinda like the guy above me said. tribal, tramp stamps, and some chicks name tattooed on you are just a few of the many. pretty good analysis.
July 6th, 2009 at 01:07 pm
What does it mean to have the Whiskas Cat tatooed on your shoulder?
July 7th, 2009 at 12:28 pm
Probably the same as getting a tweety bird:
You think it means: "I'm crazy, random and funny"
What it really means: "I'm crazy and random but in a few years when I put on a bit of weight, it's going to stretch out and look like big bird."
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July 6th, 2009 at 03:25 pm
I enjoyed this article, and furthermore, I enjoy being inserted into an asian vagina.
July 6th, 2009 at 03:32 pm
If it could type, that's EXACTLY what it would say.
July 8th, 2009 at 05:20 pm
Mine can type. Here's what it has to say:
Ddfdfdddfddddx dxxxxzxxccc
Can you tell it curves a little to the left?
July 6th, 2009 at 07:02 pm
It's a good thing that guy didn't bet that the Lakers would lose, they clearly can't be beaten.
July 7th, 2009 at 04:55 am
OMgosh dude that is just too funny. Spot on bro, spot on!
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July 8th, 2009 at 12:24 pm
Haha good stuff. You nailed it with the small of the back tattoo. These guys do a good tattoo feature as well: http://www.namethegarels.com/?p=2423
July 8th, 2009 at 05:09 pm
I have seen this same article idea on a thousand different websites written by a thousand different people. This happens to be one of the much stupider ones. Not to mention, I'm sure this article was written by some pussy who would defecate himself just getting his yearly flu vaccination. If your going to make fun of something you are too scared to try, at least make it somewhat funny.
July 8th, 2009 at 07:30 pm
aww, boo hoo. sounds like the whining of someone who actually HAS one of these totally played out tats. Probably that dude in the tank top with the Tasmanian Devil or the eagle tattoo. You are just getting bitchy because you have seen a thousand different websites written by a thousand different people all telling you that your tattoo is lame. Getting inked dosn't make anyone hardcore so quit getting so defensive ya puss.
July 8th, 2009 at 07:35 pm
Hell, its the people who DON'T have tattoos that are the original ones. Everyone has them anymore. Good for you if you get one because you want it, but don't think it makes you unique. My grandmother has one.
July 9th, 2009 at 12:38 pm
True...
July 9th, 2009 at 02:38 pm
yeah but you still read/skimmed it
July 10th, 2009 at 09:14 am
ooh you're a sensitive person with a dumb tattoo I bet.
July 14th, 2009 at 10:19 am
you sound offended, which one do you have, i am betting it is the butterfly
August 1st, 2009 at 09:54 am
"Rob Grave", huh? Love the name, simple word play but hilarious.
August 3rd, 2009 at 10:47 am
The truth is if someone has a tat its there choice and its no one elses buisness,there the ones who have to live with it and there the ones that have to take the critisizam, thats what u have to expect when u get one. But ppl should stop getting mad over other ppl critisizing them..your going to get it ur hole fucking like in one way or another.. anyways if u like it good for u.. be happy dont waiste ur time getting mad over what other ppl say because its on ur body not theirs.. if u dont well then go get it removed or suck it up..
August 4th, 2009 at 08:27 am
Sheesh Amber, learn how to spell!
Saying "There" when you mean Their makes you look stupid and "critisizam" and "critisizing" when you mean Criticizing and Criticism removes all doubt that you are an idiot!
September 16th, 2009 at 07:17 am
There is absolutely no possible way to improve a womans looks with ink. Women are crazy beautiful in any color shape or form. All tats tell me is that you are impulsive, which translates to me having a better chance of bedding u tonight.
Sorry I let out the secret guys.
July 10th, 2009 at 01:02 pm
It's time for people who can't stand the sight of any Tattooed Dipshit or Dipshitette, to declare war!
Laws must be passed to enforce immediate Laser removal of this unsightliness. Date Rape drugs may be needed to be legalised so we can all intervene.
"I got this tattoo because it means something" Fuck Off you retards, it actually means squat outside of your sentimental whim. Keeping a diary or decoration on your skin is just selfish, vain and daft.
Sure there are exceptions where tattoos have significance for some traditional cultures of the world. But unleess you are a Maori or a bum-raped prisoner, what the fuck are you really thinking?
July 28th, 2009 at 04:27 pm
Having a single tat makes me daft? How so? You're an ass and probably no fun at all.
July 29th, 2009 at 06:29 am
yea dude youre getting way too worked up. why dont you stop worrying about what everyone else is doing and lighten up. Its EXTREMELY ignorant of you to put down every person earth who has a tat, and say that their ideas arent valid. who the fuck are you to tell someone theyre wrong? fuck you.
July 31st, 2009 at 10:28 am
Me arrogant? not as much as someone who gets a tattoo.
August 3rd, 2009 at 10:54 am
tattoos are for self expression, if a person chooses to have a tattoo its their buisness and for u to shun them for that makes u totally immature.. just because u wouldnt have a tattoo on ur body doesnt meen that ppl that do should be alienated...
August 7th, 2009 at 02:01 pm
and having tats makes you arrogant how? wow youre even dumber than i thought you were. just stop whining you little bitch. get off your ass and off your computer and go meet someone. not everyone is as stupid as you. so go fuck yourself you cock sucking piece of shit.
October 2nd, 2009 at 01:18 pm
Why Arrogant? umm because you think people will like it...
January 28th, 2010 at 06:39 am
As an employer I Shun anyone that walks through my doors with a tattoo. I don't care if its a heart on your pelvis or a cross on your back. If I can see it I'll send you packing. 99% of these morons that get tattooed will regret it and if they are at all visible it will seriously reduce your earning power!
January 31st, 2010 at 06:14 pm
This guy is completely missing the fucking point. We get tattoos WE like. I will never regret it, I will never end up in a job kissing ass to some dipshit boss. If they dont like me I wont work there. There are plenty of succesful people with tattoos. I dont speak of celebrities either, many many people have em. The truth is when your old youll regret being a little pussy your whole life and never doing anything crazy, have you ever riden a motorcycle, are you against pot, its all predictable. your a pathetic fuck in some journalism class and you wanna have butt sex with your professor so you listn to every opinion of his. your a slave to the man and to your mind, EXPAND YOUR MOTHER FUCKING HORIZON, try it atleast for a week man, i dont wanna see you end up old and alone, or do i?
Theres a huge problem here, you think people get tatoos to impress people and because there freinds will like it. so if our freind tells us which tatoo to get we would listen to be cool, but then you want us to listen to your opinion and not get one, because then we would be cool. you see the problem assface. either way its listening to someone else when i wanna listen to what i want.
Die old and alone you will
July 10th, 2009 at 01:08 pm
It's time for people who can't stand the sight of any Tattooed Dipshit or Dipshitette, to declare war!
Laws must be passed to enforce immediate Laser removal of this unsightliness. Date Rape drugs may need to be legalised so we can all intervene.
"I got this tattoo because it means something" Fuck Off you retards, it actually means squat outside of your sentimental whim. Keeping a diary or decoration on your skin is just selfish, vain and daft. Most of us pity you.
Sure there are exceptions where tattoos have significance for some traditional cultures of the world. But unless you are a Maori or a bum-raped prisoner, what the fuck are you really thinking?
July 15th, 2009 at 02:23 pm
Rob, you're being ridiculous. I can't tell whether you're taking the piss out of people who don't like tattoo's or if you're just being a judgemental asshole.
July 20th, 2009 at 09:35 pm
Well observed KC, all of the above actually.
July 27th, 2009 at 05:00 pm
tattoos give people the same gratification that you get from writing anonymously hateful comments on web pages that the are as numerous as your views are bleak im sorry your girl broke up with you in the second grade its time to get over it you emo fucktard
July 30th, 2009 at 05:39 am
You're probably a fat, million jowled fucking idiot who wears the same sweater every day for fear of flapping his fat elbows in public. Which is why you can't stand the sight of people with tattoos; sheer jealousy. RETARD.
July 30th, 2009 at 05:43 am
What the fuck does that mean, "Simply an affirmation of one's delusions???" I don't think you could back that up for your fucking life. Try to sound a little pedantic, a little schooled, over TATTOOS. RETARD.
July 31st, 2009 at 10:30 am
I'm sorry in turn, that you all have lame tattoos
August 1st, 2009 at 09:57 am
Hey Grave we should start an anti-tattoo cult
August 1st, 2009 at 10:12 pm
Eat a dick
August 10th, 2009 at 11:46 pm
Think of me as a 'bad art' critic. Actually, no I wouldn't call Tattoos 'art' in any sense. Get over it you fugly green fucks
July 10th, 2009 at 03:38 pm
damn i have a foot tattoo that i got in college when i was an ra.....
this article sucks...........bummer
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