Post Malone, a globally renowned rapper, is famous for his music and his extensive body art. He bears numerous skull tattoos, including a distinctive one on his arm.
The Design
On his left arm, Post Malone has an ink drawing. This image combines a sword and a snake, symbols of courage and respect, as told by GQ.
He has many tattoos dedicated to influential musicians. His knuckles feature mini portraits of music icons like Bankroll Fresh, Dimebag Darrell, George Harrison, John Lennon, and Stevie Ray Vaughn.
A roaring bear tattoo graces his right hand. This tattoo stands for strength and relentless concentration. It also serves to show his support for the Second Amendment.
Post Malone recently added another facial tattoo by renowned artist Ganji. The tattoo resembles Japanese finger waves. Post Malone admits to getting it to “annoy his mother.”
The Placement
Post Malone’s body art often pays homage to firearms and iconic music. His tattoos honor the instrumental role firearms have played in his life and the landmark album “Nevermind” by Nirvana, which brought him fame.
Several other snake tattoos adorn his body. One is a tribute to the Gadsden flag, showing a timber rattlesnake ready to strike. This snake stands for his support for the Second Amendment.
A more discreet barbed wire tattoo on his forehead is notable. Some perceive it as a symbol of mental health issues. This tattoo was one of his first, indicating his commitment to his body art journey. It showcases his style best.
The Color
Artist Jeff Chiu has inked several tattoos on his face. These include a Playboy bunny, Elvis Presley, John Lennon, and a gun. There’s also a tribute tattoo dedicated to John F Kennedy on his left arm.
He also has an eagle tattoo in darker tones on his right torso. Behind his ear, he has a detailed map of Texas.
The Size
Post Malone’s body features several large tattoos. One of them is an enormous snake tattoo on his left arm.
This snake represents the “Gadsden Flag.” This historical American flag features a timber rattlesnake ready to strike. It stands for supporters of the Second Amendment and Malone’s fondness for firearms.
He has a Minutemen tattoo. Minutemen were soldiers from the American Revolutionary War who could be ready at a moment’s notice.
Kyle Hediger, an LA and Philadelphia tattoo artist, created a subtler tattoo on Kyle’s left arm. It features an M16 wrapped by a snake, only visible when he has a beard. Hediger did this tattoo as part of a lesson in one of his tattoo classes.
