51 Unfortunate Souls Who Really, Really Regret Their Tattoos ...

51 Unfortunate Souls Who Really, Really Regret Their Tattoos ...
By Lyndsie • Jan 23, 2022 MD

Tattoos aren't technically forever, but ink is definitely a commitment. You're free to get any tattoo you want, but as dissenters always say, you're stuck with it. It's one thing to get a tattoo you dislike, though, and something else entirely to get something that looks just awful. Also, please remember: friends don't let friends get tattoos without spell-checking.

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2. There is so Much Wrong with This

There is so Much Wrong with This Source: imgur.com

It hurts me.

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3. This is Truly Regrettable

This is Truly Regrettable Source: buzzfeed.com

So close, yet so far.

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6. Wait a Second …

Wait a Second … Source: wac.450f.edgecastcdn.net

Those aren't real suspenders! This man is a liar! (In all honesty, I approve. Nice touch on the thumbs, buddy, that is dedication and they make the tat. I hope you never regret this.)

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7. We Need to Talk about This Tattoo

We Need to Talk about This Tattoo Source: i.dailymail.co.uk

Except I'm speechless. I mean, at least it's honest. That's actually pretty cool.

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9. This is One Way to Fix a Typo

This is One Way to Fix a Typo Source: reddit.com

Honestly, it's nice to see someone make an attempt. (Besides that one awesome tattoo.)

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10. Louis Vuitton Overdrive

Louis Vuitton Overdrive Source: pink-nightmare.com

Who wants to tell this kid that this ink is not luxe?

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11. What Happened Here?

What Happened Here? Source: lolwot.com

Do you think he carries checkers in his pockets at all times? Because I do.

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12. Is … is This a Joke?

Is … is This a Joke? Source: lolwot.com

I agree with OP. It's either a joke or this person lost a bet like nobody's business. This cannot be for real. “He touched so many.”

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13. I Don't Know What This Means

I Don't Know What This Means Source: lolwot.com

Oh … oh wait. Like hindsight and junk?

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14. Oh My God …

Oh My God … Source: lolwot.com

Once again, I agree with OP. Clever and gross at the same time.

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15. This Man Might Be a Walking Billboard

This Man Might Be a Walking Billboard Source: ultimatetop10s.com

I need to look into this. I must research this gentleman. I will report my findings.

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17. In One Way, This is Empowering and Beautiful

In One Way, This is Empowering and Beautiful Source: ultimatetop10s.com

In another way, did she Google “blue waffle” before she got inked?

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21. Bob Barker is Not Supposed to Be Scary

Bob Barker is Not Supposed to Be Scary Source: tumblr.com

Tattoos of faces are always kind of scary, though, especially if there are teeth involved – although these are admittedly pretty well done. It's his manic look, really. Like he's about to start spaying and neutering any minute.

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22. This is Probably True

This is Probably True Source: izismile.com

In a way, aren't we all powered by Google?

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23. Not a Better Love Story than Twilight

Not a Better Love Story than Twilight Source: inktattooart.org

Not at all. Not even a little.

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24. Okay, This is Clever

Okay, This is Clever Source: izismile.com

It is. Admit it.

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25. This is a Hot Dog in a Leather Jacket

This is a Hot Dog in a Leather Jacket Source: uproxx.com

I bet this hot dog in a leather jacket is proud of being delicious, too. I bet this hot dog expresses no remorse.

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26. That Cupcake is Doing What You Think It's Doing

That Cupcake is Doing What You Think It's Doing Source: uproxx.com

I would also like to know the story of how this came about.

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27. I Know This is Probably a Threat

I Know This is Probably a Threat Source: chicagonow.com

And also possibly not a good idea. But I legit laughed.

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28. I Wonder if This is One of Those Advertising Deals

I Wonder if This is One of Those Advertising Deals Source: chicagonow.com

I have a feeling this person did not get paid for this tattoo, however.

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30. Uhm ...

Uhm ... Source: teamjimmyjoe.com

No slut shaming, no sex shaming, no butt shaming, no shaming whatsoever. I still think this person might someday possibly express a teensy bit of regret for this ink.

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31. I Think There Might Be Family Issues Here

I Think There Might Be Family Issues Here Source: lolwot.com

I mean … is that a heart?

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32. Peter Pan Should Never Look like This

Peter Pan Should Never Look like This Source: lolwot.com

Never. Never, ever, ever. Not even one time. Not even this time. No. Peter doesn't even know how he got here.

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33. Did You Know Ronald McDonald Lives to Rock?

Did You Know Ronald McDonald Lives to Rock? Source: lolwot.com

Neither did I.

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34. This is a Warning Sign

This is a Warning Sign Source: buzzfeed.com

Brenda needs our help. I am serious. Unless he wronged Brenda and this tattoo is the result. In that case, I would like to buy Brenda a drink. Basically, I just need to hear from Brenda.

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35. This is Absolutely Wrong

This is Absolutely Wrong Source: buzzfeed.com

This is so mean. I mean, not to analyze a tattoo on someone's forehead, but even if there are maternal issues happening, this is serious.

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36. No, It's “their”

No, It's “their” Source: buzzfeed.com

Also so close, but still so far.

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37. This is Really Sad, Tbh

This is Really Sad, Tbh Source: buzzfeed.com

Otherwise, it's a beautiful tattoo – even though Leia looks a little like Bette Davis.

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38. I Hope Hart's Okay ...

I Hope Hart's Okay ... Source: buzzfeed.com

Hart and Brenda both need to email me.

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39. No, You're Not Extreme

No, You're Not Extreme Source: buzzfeed.com

I'm taking off additional points for that font.

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40. Oh, Honey …

Oh, Honey … Source: buzzfeed.com

I hope she got her “e” turned into an “a,” I really do.

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42. May I Tell You about My Lord and Kitty Today?

May I Tell You about My Lord and Kitty Today? Source: kittyhell.com

Except, you know what? I think a person whose sense of humor inspired them to get this tattoo in the first place won't necessarily regret it.

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43. Say What You Will about Nickelback ...

Say What You Will about Nickelback ... Source: blogs.houstonpress.com

… but someone got this tattoo. Did anyone ever get a tattoo of you?

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46. It's Doesn't Get Any Better

It's Doesn't Get Any Better Source: thechive.com

This is only acceptable if you're Toki Wartooth.

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47. The Internet is Forever

The Internet is Forever Source: trendhunter.com

So this is technically kind of always going to be semi relevant. Plus, it's Keyboard Cat, so … I guess this one's not necessarily a regret.

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48. What Happens if Your Love Doesn't Last as Long as Your Ink?

What Happens if Your Love Doesn't Last as Long as Your Ink? Source: stuffistumbledupon.com

Well, I guess the separate pieces might look neat. Probably easy to cover them with something else, at least.

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49. TMI, TMI!

TMI, TMI! Source: gifsforum.com

Besides, everybody knows! Everybody knows!

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50. The Harlem Shake Isn't Forever …

The Harlem Shake Isn't Forever … Source: de.webfail.com

… but this ink is. That being said, love the script. Also love the tie-dyed shoe.

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51. Neither is Gangnam Style

Neither is Gangnam Style Source: wtftattoos.com

Sorry to say, but it's not forever. It's kind of already over. Still … this is sort of cute, huh?

What say you, stalkers? Any tattoos of fail you're willing to cop to?

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  • Jules

    2016-02-17T01:23:50.792Z

    # 49 omg! 😱
  • Adoracion

    2016-02-16T01:18:41.247Z

    that's crazy :( 
  • lianka

    2016-02-17T00:40:21.036Z

    Did you contact each of these people and ask them if they regret their tattoos???
  • Natalie

    2016-02-16T07:20:38.140Z

    Ahaha Brenda and hart xD the commentary is hilarious I'm dying
  • NMGreenChile

    2016-02-17T10:09:31.960Z

    love the suspenders! :-)
  • Desiree

    2016-02-16T20:58:55.340Z

    Several look as if they were done with sharpies.
  • Sweet_Cheeks

    2016-02-16T21:39:17.903Z

    Bad choices eh
  • peony

    2016-02-16T22:10:22.147Z

    Hahahha tattoo are just a no no
  • Taylor

    2016-02-16T05:47:50.934Z

    Number 15 doesn't look real to me.
  • J

    2016-02-16T07:18:33.224Z

    #19 I wonder who rus is smh
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