These People Got Terrible Tattoos That Will Unfortunately Last A Lifetime
It's important to do your research when getting a tattoo. This is a decision that is going to live with you for the rest of your life, so make sure to take the time to weigh every option. That goes beyond just what design you're going to get. It also means deciding just who is going to ink you up.
These people clearly didn't take enough time and effort into making these very important decisions before getting inked up, and unfortunately for them, it shows. If you're interested in getting a tattoo, just take a look at these poor souls before proclaiming your love for My Little Pony that will live on your stomach for the next 60 years.
When You Just Can't Let Go
This is a tattoo with a message. It's hard for anyone to accept they're losing their hair, but it's all apart of the aging process. Hair falls out, things start to sag, and dinner at 4:30 starts to make all the sense in the world.
Instead of just chopping it all off, this man decided to have a little fun with it. Considering that as you get older a finely mowed lawn is also a major concern, there's a lot to take in here.
This Is An Oddly Specific Use For A Tattoo
I see the point, but I don't see the purpose. This is the kind of tattoo that comes with a totally different kind of regret. It actually pays off the most if the fish you catch doesn't even measure on the scale. Anything less is kind of a disappointment.
The thing I respect most about this tattoo is that they must have felt the need for it, which means they're on a dock or out on the water constantly. Maybe I'm just jealous.
When You Wish Upon A Star
There are certain people in the world that always seem to have their head in the clouds. They're the type of people that dream big, shoot for the stars, and always seem to want what's best for the universe.
Well, this person clearly wanted everyone to know that no one shines brighter than she does. It's hard to be the biggest star in the universe, but maybe she should have stopped at the Big Dipper.
Don't Mess With This Guy
The biggest problem with most nicknames is that people don't get to choose them. They're usually given to us for how we look, or maybe it's because of something we did. This tattoo and nickname combo cannot possibly be a given nickname.
It takes a very particular person to look themselves in the mirror and crown themselves 'Mr. Cool Ice' but we found him. In a different world, he would have simply been a refrigerator salesman.
We All Have Our Favorite Orders
Any fast food foodie develops a certain type of palet, no matter what restaurant they find themselves at. If you like burgers, you have a tone of options ahead of you, but there's just something about McDonald's that just hits differently.
This McLover made sure everyone could see what his ideal last meal would be. What I want to know is why is everything so expensive? The only thing on this menu that looks like a good deal is the Nonstop Flurry, but of course, Flurry machine's broken.
Just... Don't
As much as we loved the idea of tattooing an entire shoe on your foot, this one just seems to be lacking a little sole. Instead, this looks like someone who bought one too many knockoff Nikes online and got sick of the ridicule from their friends.
The biggest issue with this tattoo is that you can almost never show it off. Even if you're in a pair of flipflops, they're probably Adidas, so it's a little counterintuitive.
You Just Have To Throw The Whole Family Out
Part of being a family man is upholding traditions. Many families will gather together around Christmas time and put on onesies as they gather around the Christmas tree and open gifts. Other families get tattoos on their upper lips. So wholesome.
Of all the family traditions I've seen, this actually lands somewhere in the middle. This is still better than going on a 10-mile hike before Thanksgiving dinner. Just ink me up fam.
I Hope He Calls Her On His Cellphone
Drake is an absolute superstar and it's obvious why he has fans all around the world. Fans flock to his shows no matter the price of admission, and he has crossover appeal as a rapper, an actor, and even a global embassador. The man can seemingly do it all.
That 'do everything' mentality must have been passed along to this fan, because she is doing the most. I hope this at least got her a backstage meeting with her favorite rapper.
When Your Teacher Lets You Bring In A Cheat Sheet
In today's day and age, it's important for everyone to know the basics when it comes to using a computer. That means knowing how to type, knowing how to access the task manager, and when all else fails, knows the importance of ctrl + alt + del.
If your computer ever freezes, this is basically what every computer tech will tell you to do. If this doesn't work, just turn it off and on.
He Can Move In Any Direction
This man is playing checkers when everyone else is playing chess. It takes a very ambitious person to figure out that in order to master the chessboard, you must first become the chessboard.
This is an instance where the person doing the tattooing should have really asked 'are you sure this is what you want?' Maybe instead of a chessboard, this man is actually just really good at Mario Kart and wants everyone to know he's placing first on Rainbow Road.
Food Goes In Here
When you're young, that fast-acting metabolism means you can eat pretty much anything and everything you want. So it's easy to pass up every fruit or vegetable that comes your way and just stock up on burgers, sausages, and every kind of meat imaginable.
Unfortunately, your body catches up to you and you have to shove a piece of broccoli down your throat every now and then. So look back at you meat-eating days fondly, because they won't last forever.
Save A Fortune In Shoes
If you're a sneakerhead, you know how difficult it can be to stand outside for days just to pick up a limited edition of shoes. This person clearly lived that life before and realized that there was only one shoe that deserved that kind of dedication, so they made it apart of themselves.
You have to applaud the effort, and honestly, I bet these don't look half bad in a pair of flip flops.
At Least It's Not Hereditary
Whenever a new baby is born, people are always quick to point out how they look like their mother or father. Well, at least we know that this baby doesn't have their mother's eyes.
I don't know if this tattoo is just the beginning of something epic or the final product, but it looks like this little one already has a ton of questions. At least we know it won't be passed down to them.
When It's Turtle Time All The Time
When you love pizza, enjoy touring a nice sewer, and constantly find yourself battling some giant rats, this is the only tattoo you need. The best part about this tattoo is that you can move it around, so the turtle follows you like the Mona Lisa.
There are so many benefits from having a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle tattooed to your nose, but the man reason is the intimidation factor. What kind of monster would go two-to-two with a man who has a turtle attached to his nose?
I Only Have So Many Tears To Shed
There are so many layers to this tattoo that need explaining. First of all, let's talk about the layers of an onion. The more you peel, the more you cry. That's not very different from a night out with someone who has an onion tattooed on their armpit.
Sure, it sounds like it would be funny and the joke is that they both stink and will make you cry, but look deeper. What else are they trying to tell you? If you see this, it's probably best to just turn around and leave.
My Eyes Are Up Here
It takes a special type of person to walk into a tattoo parlor and ask for this with a straight face. While no one should have to explain themselves for the decisions they make with their body, we still have a few questions.
First of all, are you ok? This looks like the kind of thing someone who feels they can't smile would get tattooed on them. Also, what's the purpose of the toothpick?
I Don't Think That's What She Wanted
You always have to put some trust in your tattoo artist when you get any design done, but that's especially true for any kind of back tattoo. You just can't see what you're getting, and it's up to everyone around you to really tell you what they think about it.
Well, in this case, there's no need to sugarcoat it. It stinks. I feel like she should at least get her money back for this one.
Tattoos Of Memories And Dead Skin On Trial
There are fans, and then there are superfans. While there's no debating that Green Day is a very popular band, no fanatic should take their love of the band to this extreme.
Very rarely does anyone look aesthetically pleasing when they're captured mid-sing, and this tattoo proves it. Considering this band has an album literally called Dookie, there's really not much good we can say about this tattoo. Good Riddance (see what we did there?)
Words To Live By
At first glance, this looks like a really inspiring message that we should all try and live by. It's hard to be brave, and realistically, the only way you can be brave is to go out and face your fears. However, all it took was one small spelling mistake to completely ruin this motivational message.
'Coarage' sounds like whatever the Cowardly Lion as searching for in Oz. Luckily for this guy, it looks like his armpit hair can cover up this little typo.
He's Got My Vote
It can be tough to show your support for a candidate in today's day and age. Every politician has a few skeletons in their closet, and even the best-run campaign can run into a few roadblocks. Luckily for Jeb, it doesn't look like he can do any wrong in this voter's mind.
The great thing about a neck tattoo for most men is that if you outgrow it or want to cover it up, all you have to do is grow out your beard.
Wise Words To Live By
This is just another instance of someone taking a motivational saying and just missing the mark. We'd all love to live our lives to the fullest and make every day count, but it's natural to live with some regerts... uh, regrets.
Honestly, the tattoo artist should be at fault as much as this poor sucker who figured this was the perfect tattoo to put on their forearm. Actually, they probably love to see a few spelling mistakes.
Keep Your Friends Close
This guy tattooed his best friends' names on his leg, and it's a serious power move. We all want to have some true friends for life, but it's usually easier said than done. People grow up, move around the country, get married, have kids, maybe go to prison. A lot can change over the course of a lifetime.
Patsy, Ritchie, and Alice are forever though, and for that, we are all grateful.
How Romantic
Public proposals like this are such a risky proposition. On the one hand, when you go to this kind of trouble, you have hopefully already talked things out and are expecting a yes. On the other hand, if it doesn't work, it can be as embarrassing as it is heartbreaking.
What's weird about getting a tattoo is what you do with it for the rest of your life. Do you just use it as a constant reminder that Nina said yes?
Fool Me Once, Shame On You
Fool me twice, well, you can't get fooled again. Look, we've all made mistakes, and the great thing about little mistakes is they can often get covered up. You broke up with the man who's name you had tattooed on your body? No problem, just cover it with a butterfly.
However, the problem with covering up small mistakes is they can build up real quick. Now there's no way to cover up Marcelo, so you'd better make things work.
Who Doesn't Love Pre Guac?
Before everyone learned about the benefits of avocado, all we knew was that guacamole was delicious and was worthy of being the extra topping worth adding to any plate of nachos.
Now avocado prices have gone through the roof, and people can't seem to get their fix. This person decided to take a different approach and wear their love for avocado on their sleeve... or ankle? I'm not sure which body part we're looking at.
This One Speaks To Me
It's pretty common to see people sporting religious tattoos. Maybe it's a simple cross or a bible passage, or maybe it's the name of a lost loved one. I don't know what religion this person subscribes to, but I'm interested. Very interested.
All dogs go to heaven, but how do we know for sure? This person said what we're all thinking, and now I'm having an existential crisis. We could all use more dogs in our lives.
A Throne Fit For A King
Everyone has their favorite seat in the house. Some people like to lounge on the couch, while others sit back in their La-z-Boy recliner. This person clearly prefers to have options, and opted for the moveable chair on wheels with an ottoman that can travel with them.
I respect the move, but I get the feeling this person doesn't live in a warm climate. That much leather is not the most comfortable way to enjoy a summer evening.
I Swear This Was Planned
This is the tattoo for the funniest person you know that for some strange reason doesn't get invited out to your weekly trivia night anymore. It's hard to be this hysterical, and you just know that this person can't wait for you to ask what is going on with their tattoo.
Well, at least this joke will never, ever, EVER get old. I can't wait to see what they do with their thumbs.
He Captured This Special Moment Forever
So this is actually a fairly touching tattoo and was reasonably well down, but maybe they should have toned it down a bit. I am all for people being proud of their children, and kids grow up real fast, so it's smart to capture what they look like when they're young.
The biggest issue is not only the placement, but also the need for so much backdrop. Why does it need to be on his ears?
Back To Scool To Prove That I'm Not A Fool
If you're the kind of person who tends to flaunt that they have 'street smarts' and not so much 'book smarts' this might be the perfect tattoo for you. However, there always were those kids that were indeed too cool for school.
These were the kids who would sit on the hubcap of the bus, or in the back on the classroom, or at the local pool hall. Wait, what year is this?
'I'll Treasure This Forever'
Remember when you had that favorite character that you couldn't get enough of when you were 2? Well, while most of us outgrew them, this person decided they would never move on and had this... smiling, walking Crunchberry? —tattooed to their body.
Tattoos have traditionally been associated with the toughest dudes, and frankly, if I saw this tattoo coming my way I'd be scared stiff. The look on his face will forever haunt my dreams.
He's Got Eyes In The Back Of His Head
We've all come across a Game Of Thrones superfan, but is this supposed to be a white walker? I'm conflicted. As much as those big blue eyes are reminiscent of the villainous Walkers, the hair color is all wrong.
We can only assume so much without seeing the front of this guy's face, but I'm getting more Voldemort vibes than anything with this look. Professor Quirrell deserved better than what he got.
When You Get A New Label Maker
We've heard of so many poor souls losing a bet and having to get a unique, and often embarrassing tattoo, and I hope for this guy's sake something similar happened. If not, I have far more questions as to why this guy would just willingly tattoo 'stupid' on his forehead.
Some of those other questions include what is on his arm, what kind of pose is this for the camera, and who is willing to be seen driving around town with you?
Any Publicity Is Good Publicity
It's pretty shocking to hear how much people are willing to pay for a good piece of advertising real estate. Sure, a billboard is nice, but it stays in one place. A forehead though? That can travel almost anywhere.
This mother auctioned off her forehead to the highest bidder, and earned a cool 10k for her troubles. She wanted the money to put her kid in private school, but in doing this, she made her parent-teacher conference a lot more awkward.
Beach Buns
I will never be upset with anyone who is willing to wear their heart on their sleeve like this. Sure, this specific heart might have a couple of clogged arteries with all of these cheeseburgers, but hopefully, they're relaxing on the beach.
This is exactly the kind of retirement we should all be striving for. What more could a person ask for than a seat on the beach with a palm tree overhead and all the burgers in the world.
It's About Time
There is nothing more relatable than finally hitting 500 Instagram followers and finally understand what fame is really like. Who can keep up with all the likes, all the comments, and all the creepy, creepy comments.
'Finaly Famous' (because she refuses to take two L's) is the perfect way to cap off your move from everyday person to Instagram influencer/guru. All I want to know from her is what comes before strength?
Only Real Gamers Know
If you're an old-school gamer, you know that this was to OG cheat code. It would give you unlimited lives, full ammo, a dinosaur, literally anything your heart desired.
This person has clearly been through it all with their video games and decided to commemorate their childhood as our gaming consols continue to advance. Now, if you want anything even close to resembling a cheat code, all you have to do is pay for it!
A Butterfly Or A Butt-erfly
I have no choice but to assume this amazing work of art was only done with the wonderful wordplay in mind. Sure, a butterfly on the lower back has been played out for generations now, but never has this connection been made.
This man clearly has a future as a plumber, a carpenter, or any other job where showing just a little crack while doing some manual labor pays off.
At Least They're Self Aware
Based on the weird shading on the 'g' we can only assume that this used to be a very different tattoo. Obviously, they had some regrets and wanted to cover up the original, but why risk choosing another tattoo that you're just going to regret in the future?
Instead, this person decided to make a point and send a message to everyone that you have to live with the decisions you make.
Make Sure You Get Her Good Side
What started as a beautiful gesture of someone trying to capture the moment of this woman on the beach quickly ended in utter disaster. We all want to look back at our vacations fondly, but this vacation will now be remembered for the zombie apocalypse that naturally took over the beach.
Hopefully, this couple was able to move on from this horrendous tattoo, but from now on it's only cold-climate vacations for them.
