The meaning behind my tattoos part 2 is here — and in this video, host Fordee from Herbistry420 walks you through 7 more tattoo designs on his right arm and armpits, sharing the personal stories and deep symbolism behind each piece of ink.
The Meaning Behind My Tattoos Part 2: Love, Hate & Knuckle Ink
Starting at the knuckles, Fordee has “LOVE” and “HATE” tattooed across his fingers. These were inked together in 2014 — one of the hardest years of his life. A broken ankle, a failed business investment, and a breakup all hit at once. The knuckle tattoos serve as a permanent reminder that he has a choice: choose love, choose positivity, choose to move forward. “Love” sits on the right hand because that’s the hand you shake with — a gesture of friendship offered to everyone he meets.
On the thumb, a heart and a spade round out the finger designs. He plays poker, and the heart reinforces the love theme. The real reason? OCD and symmetry. Without the thumb tattoos, things felt unbalanced — and balance is everything to Fordee.
Alice in Wonderland Tattoo Meaning: Creativity on the Right Arm
Running along the lower right forearm is a wrap featuring Johnny Depp as the Mad Hatter, the Cheshire Cat, and Absolem the caterpillar — all from the Alice in Wonderland universe. This Alice in Wonderland tattoo meaning goes deeper than the movie: Fordee sees the story as the ultimate symbol of creativity and imagination. The right arm is dedicated to love and creativity; the left arm to power and strength. As a left-handed artist, it made sense to place creativity on the non-dominant side as a constant reminder to stay creative.
There’s also an unfinished scroll in the piece — it should read “We are all mad here,” though it was never completed. A future touch-up is on the list.
Buddha, Pac-Man & Inner Demons Tattoo: The Rest of the Right Arm
Moving up the arm: the Eye of Providence (the so-called “Illuminati eye”) sits on the inside of the forearm. This isn’t about conspiracy theories — it’s about aspiring to reach the next level. It’s also a reminder that someone is always watching, especially in the age of social media and targeted ads.
Three stars on the upper arm were added purely for OCD balance — mirroring the stars on the left arm to achieve symmetry. On the outer forearm sits Pac-Man, complete with dots, a cherry, a strawberry, and ghosts. Growing up with Atari 2600 and original Nintendo, video games were a huge part of Fordee’s life. Pac-Man, Super Mario, Galaga — pure nostalgia.
On the inside of the bicep is a portrait of his English Bulldog — one of the dogs he’s had and loved. The inner demons tattoo concept appears on both armpits: two demon designs representing the ongoing battle between good and evil within oneself. It’s not religious — it’s a reminder to acknowledge that inner struggle and always try to choose good.
Finally, a Buddha with red eyes, surrounding fire, and exploding prayer beads rounds out the arm. The Buddha tattoo represents the battle between good and evil — always striving to be good, even when the prayer beads explode.
Armpit Tattoos Meaning and Which Spots Hurt Most
If you’re wondering about armpit tattoos meaning — they’re the inner demons, and yes, they hurt. Across the arm and armpit, 3 spots stand out for pain:
- Inner bicep — where the dog portraits are. Feels like acid being poured on skin for 3 straight hours. The worst.
- Inside of the wrist/lower forearm — a small sliver area but intense pain.
- Top of the knuckles — not the finger tattoos themselves, but the bony knuckle ridge, especially near the funny bone.
The fingers themselves? Not that bad. The armpit? Surprisingly manageable. Pain is subjective, but those three spots are universally challenging.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Alice in Wonderland tattoo mean?
The Alice in Wonderland tattoo meaning on Fordee’s right arm represents creativity and imagination. He placed it there as a constant reminder to stay creative and think outside the box.
What does the inner demons tattoo represent?
The inner demons tattoo in both armpits represents the universal battle between good and evil within oneself. It’s not religious — it’s about acknowledging that inner struggle and always trying to tip the scales toward good.
Does an armpit tattoo hurt?
According to Fordee, the armpit was more manageable than expected. The inner bicep — where his dog tattoos are — was far more painful, described as acid being poured on skin for 3 hours straight.
What is tattoo meanings explained in this video?
Tattoo meanings explained in this video include: love/hate knuckles (2014 hardship reminder), heart and spade thumbs (poker and OCD symmetry), Alice in Wonderland sleeve (creativity), Eye of Providence (aspiration), three stars (OCD balance), Pac-Man (nostalgia), English Bulldog memorial, Buddha good vs. evil, and inner demons armpit tattoos.
References
- Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland — Wikipedia
- Eye of Providence — Wikipedia
- Tattoo Pain Chart by Body Location — Healthline
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