Dating back to ancient civilizations, tattoos have been used as a way to show expression, status, and belonging. Today, they are particularly significant in gang cultures as they serve as a sign of loyalty and identity. This article will delve deep into the origins of gang tattoos and the evolution
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Jefferey Lamar Williams, better known by his stage name Young Thug, is among 28 individuals who were indicted in May for allegedly violating Georgia’s Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act by engaging in gang activity that is supposedly linked to multiple murders, shootings, and home invasions over nearly a
Irezumi is a form of traditional Japanese tattooing practiced in Japan for centuries. The art consists of colorful intricate designs inspired by Japanese mythology and woodblock prints. The tattoos usually tell a story that shows the values of bravery, honesty, and perseverance. Irezumi has a complex history involving the criminal
A typical quote among gangsters is, “Once a gangster, always a gangster.” This quote summarizes the gangster life depicted in gangster rap: denigrating women, leading a violent lifestyle, and abusing drugs. It should not come as a surprise that society is slowly deteriorating since people, especially the youth, have decided
The war of terror initially started in 2005 and was Americas response to the horrid events of 9/11. An influx of troops was needed to fight the war in Afghanistan and Iraq, but the military struggled to meet the extremely high demand for soldiers. The need for military power was
‘Good luck getting a job!’ Just one of the many statements of frustration to come out of the mouth of parents across the world after learning of their child’s new tattoo. Nonetheless, despite the stigmatization, the number of people with tattoos in America and the rest of the world has
The use of graffiti can be seen to some people as a work of art and to others as a work of something illegal. Graffiti can be defined as the drawing or writing of something unlawfully on a wall or other public surfaces through use of scribbling, scratching, or the
The art of tattooing is a unique form of art that can be linked back to about 12,000 years ago, but in some cultures today can be seen as an unfavorable thing to have. Tattooing can be seen as a global art form that has been used in many ancient
Mara Salvatrucha also know as MS-13, and Mara is one of the world’s dangerous gangs. Most of the members have tattoos in order to identify themselves with the gang. In order to join the gang all members must beat up the person who wants to join and if you’re part
Music is a great art form as it expresses emotions and ideas through sounds and vocals to tell a story. The beauty of music is that it’s constantly passed down from generations and constantly transitioning throughout time evolving each decade that defines and relates to the present within society. For