We Finally Understand Post Malone's Face Tattoos

Seemingly overnight, Post Malone became a music and pop culture sensation. There is one particular aspect of the Grammy nominee that gets perhaps even more attention than his music, however, and that's his tattoos. But what do they all mean? Here's the story behind Posty's most mysterious face tattoos, as well as the surprising impact they've had on the world around him. While Post Malone started his journey of face inking with a small barbed wire inked around his hairline and the tiny smiley face underneath his right eye, the singer got his first substantial face tattoo In December 2017. Opting to ink the words "Stay Away" on top of his right eyebrow, Malone had fans convinced that he was paying tribute to Lil Peep, who had died of an accidental overdose the month before. The late rapper was known for his own face tattoos, including a similarly-styled cursive tattoo in the same spot. Given the fact that Malone had already paid tribute to his friend by getting a portrait of Peep inked on his arm, many believed he was just continuing to pay his respects. Unfortunately, those theories missed the mark. The singer set the record straight to a TMZ paparazzo, joking: "I kind of just wanted, I don't know, to piss my mom off. I know she's really upset, but I love you so much, mama, you're the best." Pressed to reveal the real inspiration behind "Stay Away," Malone finally admitted, quote, "It's f---ing song lyrics." It turns out the tattoo was indeed a tribute, to the Nirvana song of the same name. It was also a reminder to live in the moment. Malone continued: "I figured, how ignorant could I be and just f---ing tattoo my face, you know what I mean? And just have fun. You only live once, man." Watch the video to see why we finally understand Post Malone's face tattoos! #PostMalone #Tattoos #FaceTattoos Tribute to grunge | 0:25 An aesthetic choice | 1:50 That's not a dagger | 2:33 Etched in Japan | 3:21 Slowing down? | 4:20