Case Study on Tattoos
Adam Levine
Adam Levine is an American singer-songwriter,
musician, entrepreneur and occasional actor, best known as the lead vocalist
and front man of pop rock band Maroon 5. He has many tattoos,
and they are considerably famous.
He
does his tattoos mainly because there is a meaning behind almost all of his
tattoos. Some of them, and their meanings:
222 – The 222 on his forearm represents the number on the door of the very first studio that Maroon 5 ever recorded in.
Paw Print – One of the favourite Adam Levine tattoos by animal lovers is the paw print on the back of his right shoulder that says Frankie Girl underneath it. Frankie just happens to be his beautiful Golden Retriever.
Script – There is a tattoo written in either Hindi or Sanskrit on the left side of his chest that has been hard to get a photo of but it is believed to say Maroon 5.
Los Angeles – Next on the list of Adam Levine tattoos are the words Los Angeles written in cursive on his upper right bicep, close to his shoulder. Levine was born in this city and is simply showing tribute to his hometown.
X – On the side of Levine’s left bicep is a large X, the Roman numeral representing the number 10. He got this tattoo as recognition of the 10 year anniversary that Maroon 5 had been together.
Guitar – Many fans will say that their favourite piece on the list of Adam Levine tattoos is the guitar on the under part of his left forearm. It is detailed and perfectly placed so when he holds the microphone, everyone can see it.
Dove and Cherry Blossoms – On Levine’s left shoulder is a really gorgeous piece full of doves and cherry blossoms that he had done after the tragic events of 9/11 as a remembrance of all the lives that were lost.
Shark – Next on the list of Adam Levine tattoos is a shark on his ribcage that has something to do with a nickname but interestingly, sharks are one of his biggest fears.
Others – There is another new piece in the collection of Adam Levine tattoos on the right side of his chest that is not yet revealed. There are photos that offer a little hint but as of yet, there is no confirmation as to what is actually there. There is also rumour of a new back piece that hasn’t been revealed yet either.
222 – The 222 on his forearm represents the number on the door of the very first studio that Maroon 5 ever recorded in.
Paw Print – One of the favourite Adam Levine tattoos by animal lovers is the paw print on the back of his right shoulder that says Frankie Girl underneath it. Frankie just happens to be his beautiful Golden Retriever.
Script – There is a tattoo written in either Hindi or Sanskrit on the left side of his chest that has been hard to get a photo of but it is believed to say Maroon 5.
Los Angeles – Next on the list of Adam Levine tattoos are the words Los Angeles written in cursive on his upper right bicep, close to his shoulder. Levine was born in this city and is simply showing tribute to his hometown.
X – On the side of Levine’s left bicep is a large X, the Roman numeral representing the number 10. He got this tattoo as recognition of the 10 year anniversary that Maroon 5 had been together.
Guitar – Many fans will say that their favourite piece on the list of Adam Levine tattoos is the guitar on the under part of his left forearm. It is detailed and perfectly placed so when he holds the microphone, everyone can see it.
Dove and Cherry Blossoms – On Levine’s left shoulder is a really gorgeous piece full of doves and cherry blossoms that he had done after the tragic events of 9/11 as a remembrance of all the lives that were lost.
Shark – Next on the list of Adam Levine tattoos is a shark on his ribcage that has something to do with a nickname but interestingly, sharks are one of his biggest fears.
Others – There is another new piece in the collection of Adam Levine tattoos on the right side of his chest that is not yet revealed. There are photos that offer a little hint but as of yet, there is no confirmation as to what is actually there. There is also rumour of a new back piece that hasn’t been revealed yet either.
Of
course, not all his tattoos are meaningful. For example, as stated in an
interview: “I was
in Japan and I got this necklace (black inked beads). I’m not sure why I got
it—I think I was bored. But I like it.” So he also has tattoos that don’t mean
anything to him. Also, as stated in another interview, he has a tattoo that
“looks kind of like a cauliflower with a sun in the middle of it. It’s just
despicable looking.” He has tried to surround it, but claimed it ended up
looking worse. However, he also stated that he would not cover up any of his
tattoos, and he doesn’t regret the rest of his tattoos.
Despite having admitted to doing drugs when he was younger, Adam Levine has not gotten into any huge trouble before, and is rather successful in his career. He even practices yoga, and it seems to be a very important part of his life. This is quite unlike the stereotypical thinking of people with tattoos, which is basically, “drugs, gangs, debt and corruption”. Although he has many tattoos, they merely symbolise what is important to him. It’s extremely hard to find someone who does not approve of his tattoos, almost everyone seems to admire his tattoos, and even encourage them.
Despite having admitted to doing drugs when he was younger, Adam Levine has not gotten into any huge trouble before, and is rather successful in his career. He even practices yoga, and it seems to be a very important part of his life. This is quite unlike the stereotypical thinking of people with tattoos, which is basically, “drugs, gangs, debt and corruption”. Although he has many tattoos, they merely symbolise what is important to him. It’s extremely hard to find someone who does not approve of his tattoos, almost everyone seems to admire his tattoos, and even encourage them.
Adam
Levine’s tattoos have not brought anything bad to his life so far, and he
doesn’t have many regrets about them. So, clear the stereotype that having permanent
tattoos mean that one is rebellious.
References:
Many people have this stereotype that people with permanent tattoos are people who are rebellious and violent. Why is that so?
ReplyDelete-Sze Yen
There are high chances that it is due to the commericals, movies and television serials filmed. They always portray those with bad influence to have lots of permanent tattoos. Moreover, in real life, many youths that are in girls' and boys' home is because they mix with bad company and many have permanent tattoos too. Why do those that are not rebellious or violent want to have permanent tattoos?
ReplyDelete-Yasmin
They feel that tattoos make them feel confident, cool and story because it looks scary. I observe that many passers-by tend to avoid people with permanent tattoos as they are afraid that these people would harm them. At least by having tattoos, people will be inferior of them. If they want to feel powerful, they can just do a few tattoos, why do some over almost their whole body with tattoos?
ReplyDelete-Celeste
Some people think that permanent tattoos are a form of art. It conveys their feelings, thoughts and expressions. Also, they like to show off their tattoos with bare top just to impress people, especially their other soulmates. However, by having so much tattoos, aren't they afraid of the side effects of permanent tattoos?
ReplyDelete-Sze Yen
In my opinion, I feel that they do know and some even fear of the possible side effects. However, I've read from the news that some people get obssessed and addicted to tattoos that they can't stop having tattoos all over the bodies.
ReplyDelete- Xiang Ting
I think the Hindi script tattoo means Tapas(ya). It means something like meditation.
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