Tupac Shakur’s 21 Tattoos & Their Meanings
Tupac Shakur was an American Rapper and an Actor. He was born as Lesane Parish Crooks. He was one of the best selling music hip hop artists of all time, selling more than 75 millions of records worldwide, who was also known by his stage names 2Pac and Makaveli. Tupac was shot down on September 7, 1996, and he died six days later on September 13, 1996. He had gained popularity not only because of his talent but also for his fashion style. He could rock different styles with his very famous bandanas look, same was the case with his Tattoos. He had inked 21 tattoos on his body which are very famous. Let’s explore Tupac’s tattoos along with their meanings.
1. ‘THUG LIFE’ Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘THUG LIFE’ Tattoo on his belly.
Meaning: Tupac Shakur had got ‘Thug Life’ tattoo inked on his belly, with ‘I’ replaced by a bullet, gained a lot of popularity. This tattoo of Tupac has a hidden meaning behind it. According to him, the tattoo Thug Life is an acronym of ‘The Hate U Give Little Infants Fucks Everyone’ meaning that if we continue to bring up children in a negative, depressing environment, surrounded by racism, violence, and oppression then the cycle will just continue.
2. ‘Egyptian Queen Nefertiti and below 2 Die 4’ Tattoo
Tattoo: ‘Egyptian Queen Nefertiti and below 2 Die 4 on the right side of his chest.
Meaning: Tupac had got ‘Egyptian Queen Nefertiti’ tattoo with ‘2 Die 4’ on the right side of his chest. This tattoo symbolizes feminine power, excellence, progress, and prosperity. Tupac was very close to his mother Afeni Shakur. He had inked this tattoo to express his love towards his mother. The text 2 Die 4 below the queen’s tattoo has a deep meaning behind it. Tupac said
“you know what my momma used to tell me. If ya can’t find something to live for…. then you BEST, find something ta die for.”
