Shocking Celebrity Tattoos and the Secret Messages Behind Them

Kesha

Kesha has a lot of tattoos. But, this particular tattoo of a psychedelic whale stands out among the rest. According to her, this is the first of many psychedelic sea creatures that she plans to permanently stab into her body.

Sara Hyland

Hyland got this tattoo to represent joy and lightness in her life. She stated that the hummingbird is an independent and resilient animal, and she wants to embody that feeling. This was Hyland's first and only tattoo as of right now.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.