TattooQuotes TattooNowadays, sayings are extremely popular. These tattoos are popular among everyone, from teenagers who want to express themselves to Hollywood stars who want their fans to be remembered. We decided to compile a list based on the stories behind each quote. 100 best tattoo quotes(*100*)!
Each person may have a different meaning for certain quotes. Some people use it to remind them of an important part of their lives, others may use it to convey a consistent state of mind or life-lessons that can be used in everyday life. So if you are about to get a tattoo quote on your body, remember that you’ll have it forever, so it should still be meaningful to you 20 years down the road! These can be inspirational or reminiscential quotes. 100Best tattoo quotes is the one for you.
The Best Tattoo Quotes:
Before you ink your tattoo quote, consider the following:
- Color (*100*)Do you want all black for a bold statement? Use color to brighten it.
- Font(*100*). The type style you choose for your tattoo quote makes all the difference – make sure it’s legible!
- Design(*100*). Do you want to have just words or do you want to add some style into it?
- Language(*100*): Do you want it in English (or whatever your native language may be), or do you want to take the more exotic route and use a foreign language?
You can find more information in our articles How to get a tattoo and How much does a tattoo cost.
Here’s a list of the best 100We have collected some inspirational tattoo quotes to help you make the right decision.
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1. There Are No Rules That Can Bind You When You Find Your Other Half(*100*)
You can’t keep your true love from you once you’ve found them. It seems that even a soiled skin can be a good thing.
2. All is fair in Love and War(*100*)
Is murder the only way out? You can choose between war and passion.
3. What to Do With the Time Given Us(*100*)
Although there are many Lord of the Rings tattoo quotes, this one is the most common.
4. Miles To Go(*100*)
A line from the Robert Frost poem “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening,” this quote hints that the owner of this tattoo intends to live fully before dying.
5. I am, I am, I am(*100*)
This famous quote is from Sylvia Plath’s “The Bell Jar,” and is actually a source for literary controversy. No one can decide if the word is actually “bray” or “brag.” The consensus seems to be that whichever word, Esther’s heart is proud to be alive.
6. Be the one to guide me, but never hold me down(*100*)
These tattoo quotes ask for someone to be there to help you every step of your way, and not to hinder your progress.
7. Beneath Lay Words That Suffocate(*100*)
Some tattoo quotes don’t make perfect sense, but I think what this is trying to convey is: It’s not what you say, it’s how you say it.
8. But love, I’ve come to understand, is more than three words mumbled before bedtime…(*100*)
For lovers of sappy romantic literature, there’s no better choice of tattoo quotes than something from a Nicholas Sparks book.
9. Celebrate this chance to be alive and breathing(*100*)
If you’re an optimistic person, then this quote is perfect for you. Take the time to embrace life and have fun with it!
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10. A Back Full of Poetry(*100*)
This large tattoo piece on the back features quotes from Edna St. Vincent Millay (Robert Frost), and William Shakespeare.
11. DAD(*100*)
A different take on the traditional “Mom” tattoo – great tattoo for those who want to commemorate their fathers.
12. Do not go gentle into that good night(*100*)
The poem, by Dylan Thomas, actually reads: “Do not go gentle into that good night/Old age should burn and rave at close of day/Rage, rage against the dying of the light.” Written while his father was dying, it means not to give up life and die quietly, but to fight death until the end.
13. If the doors of perception were cleansed everything would appear to man as it is, infinite(*100*)
From “The Marriage of Heaven and Hell,” by William Blake. The world is viewed through the lens of our experiences. This influences the way we view it. When we see the world as it is, we can learn to appreciate life and gain a deeper understanding of it.
14. To Love and Be Loved(*100*)
All you have to do is love, love. All you need is love!
15. Values(*100*)
This isn’t so much a tattoo quote as it is a list of words. And even though it should say “belief” instead of “believe,” it’s still a nice message for life.
16. Dream as if you’ll live forever(*100*)
This quote, attributed to James Dean, ends with “live as if you’ll die today.” Another message about embracing life and living it to the fullest, because you never know when it will end.
17. Emancipate yourself from mental slavery(*100*)
Bob Marley’s quote that you cannot allow others to dictate your life.
18. The Mirror of Erised(*100*)
In “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s/Philosopher’s Stone,” Harry comes across the Mirror of Erised. The inscription on the mirror reads “Erised stra ehru oyt ube cafru oyt on woshi,” which, when seen in a mirror, reads “I show not your face but your heart’s desire.”
19. Everything has beauty(*100*)
This means that all things are beautiful, but everyone has their own view and opinions. It may be beautiful to one person, but not to another.
20. Fairy tales do not tell children that Dragons exist…(*100*)
This paraphrase is a G.K. Chesterton quote, which Neil Gaiman has attributed to it. An interesting choice for tattoo quotes.
21. Fall down seven times, stand up eight(*100*)
The quote refers to never giving up.
22. Fate fell short(*100*)
It means that if your ultimate plan in life didn’t happen, then a different plan must have been made for you.
23. Dark Nights, Bright Days(*100*)
Don’t lose hope. For every problem, there’s always a solution. There is always a silver lining to every cloud. All that jazz.
24. In the beginning(*100*)
The opening sentences of a Bible. People who are religious often use Bible verses as tattoo quotes.
25. Dear Lover, Give me One Last Painful Kiss(*100*)
A line from the song “Dear Lover” by Social Distortion. This person asks for one more moment before their/her lover leaves.
26. The Serenity Prayer(*100*)
Adopted by Alcoholics Anonymous, this prayer was written by Reinhold Niebuhr in the 1930’s.
27. Latin(*100*)
This Latin phrase was used in army regiments as a motto and has been taken many different interpretations. The basic meaning behind it, though, is “the strong fear nothing.”
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28. Have Faith(*100*)
It’s a simple statement.
29. Heart Means Everything(*100*)
Although not the best quality, it is a beautiful tattoo.
30. Oh, How seldom we belong but how elegant our kiss(*100*)
From the song “Memphis Will Be Laid to Waste” by Norma Jean
31. How happy is the blameless vestal’s lot!(*100*)
Alexander Pope quotes.
32. I am enough the way I am…(*100*)
You are good enough as is, don’t go changing!.
33. I am not afraid I was born to do this(*100*)
TattooQuotes are often drawn from literature or pop music, but what about this beauty by Joan of Arc?
34. I am the architect of my own Destruction tattoo quotes (*100*)
This means that if I fail in life, then at least I’m the one responsible for it. This person might be a self-saboteur.
35 I am the master of my fate; I am the captain of my soul(*100*)
A quote of the poem “Invictus,” by William Ernest Henley. This means that I’m in charge of how to run my life.
36. I carry your soul with me (I keep it in my heart).)(*100*)
A beautiful quote for tattoos from the poem by E.E. Cummings.
37. I have promises to keep and miles to go before I sleep(*100*)
Another quote tattoo from the Robert Frost poem “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening,” with an additional line.
38. I mourn for those who never knew you(*100*)
This tattoo is a way to pay tribute to someone who has died. For example, I would mourn the fact I met my husband when my grandpa passed away so he was not able to see me.
39. I must learn to love the fool in me..(*100*)
This quote is by Theodore Isaac Rubin and it’s about loving yourself.
40 Latin, Part Deux(*100*)
“I will either find a way or make one,” or, where there’s a will, there’s a way!
41 I should have been a pair of ragged claws…(*100*)
So many tattoo quotes from poets appear on this list, but this one has the best title: “The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock.” by T.S. Eliot.
42. I will strive with things impossible(*100*)
A line from Shakespeare’s “Julius Caesar.”
43 If You Want To Sing Out, Sing Out(*100*)
A line from the Cat Stevens song, “If You Want to Sing Out, Sing Out,” this tattoo is basically saying “You do you, Boo.”
44 I’ll find a way to see you again(*100*)
A song about the one’s we’ve lost by Rachael Yamagata.
45 I’m gonna fight for what’s right…(*100*)
You gotta fight…for your right…to paaaaaaarrrrtaaaay! Wait. That’s something else.
46. Isaiah 1:18(*100*)
Another tattoo for those who love the Lord.
47 Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass…(*100*)
Just make sure you don’t catch cold.
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48 Join us in the shadows where we stand vigilant(*100*)
Gamers gonna game. This is the oath for Dragon Age Initiation.
49. Kiss me I’m Irish(*100*)
That’s a strange place to put that.
50. lay down, lay down and wait like an animal(*100*)
Oh, Bukowski, you crazy f@%*.
51 Learn from yesterday Live for today Hope for tomorrow(*100*)
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52 Let it out, Let it in(*100*)
Let peace out, let love in, I guess?
53 Life goes on(*100*)
“Ob La Di, Ob La Da, Life goes on…”
54 Breathless(*100*)
While this quote is often attributed to the diametrically opposed likes of Maya Angelou and George Carlin, it’s actual provenance seems to be from Vicki Corona, in a booklet on Tahitian dance.
55 Here I Go Again On My Own(*100*)
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Whitesnake. Classic.
56 Live each day as if it were your last(*100*)
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This is a tried and true sentiment
57 Live Laugh Love, Part I(*100*)
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This is not a quote but words to live by.
58 Live Laugh Love, Part II(*100*)
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Another way.
59 Live the life you have imagined(*100*)
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Follow your dreams!
60 Look after my heart I’ve left it with you.(*100*)
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True love is the best.
61 Hallelujah!(*100*)
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You have to be kind to those pecs!
62 Love is all you need..(*100*)
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There’s nothing you can do that isn’t done.
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63 Love without cause(*100*)
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I don’t really get this one…don’t you love someone because of who they are?
64 Memorial(*100*)
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A handwritten message from Dad. This is a sweet way to remember someone.
65 My life is my message(*100*)
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You don’t need words to show the world who you are, only deeds.
66. never forget who you are(*100*)
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The Lion King has wise words.
67. Not all those who wander are lost(*100*)
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Another Tolkien fan.
68. One good thing about music, when it hits you you feel no pain(*100*)
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Bob Marley’s famous line
69 Only you (*100*)
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This needs some punctuation.
70. or else, shall we & why not(*100*)
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A quote from the poem “I Know a Man” by Robert Creeley.
71. Our death is not an end if we can live on in our children and the younger generation(*100*)
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Albert Einstein’s quote
72. And so the lion fell in love with the lamb…(*100*)
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Please don’t get a quote from Twilight.
73. She flies by her own wings(*100*)
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You are in control of your life.
74. So dear I love him…(*100*)
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John Milton’s “Paradise Lost.” Not Shakespeare, as Google might have you believe.
75 Sometimes you need to let things go..(*100*)
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Truer words, my friends.
76. Take a chance, they don’t come much bigger than this(*100*)
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“If you change your mind, I’m the first in line, Honey I’m still free, take a chance on me!”
77. take care of the sense, and the sounds will take care of themselves(*100*)
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From Lewis Carroll’s “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.”
78. Thanks for kissing me that day, thanks for slapping me(*100*)
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I don’t know what this is from, or if it’s from anything at all. It’s interesting, though.
79. That which does not kill me makes me stronger(*100*)
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Paraphrasing the classic Nietzsche quote. I don’t know about the holly, though.
80 The Greatest Thing (*100*)
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This is a great example of strange font choices. Don’t get curli-cues just to get curli-cues.
81 Daydreams(*100*)
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A quote from John O’Callaghan.
82. The woods are lovely dark and deep…(*100*)
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Yet another tattoo quote from Frost’s “Stopping By Woods on a Snowy Evening.”
83. there is always hope(*100*)
Hope is what keeps us going.
84 To thine own self be true(*100*)
An oft quoted line from Shakespeare’s “Hamlet,” said by Polonius to his son, Laertes.
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85 This heart beats for only you(*100*)
It’s so sweet.
86. To die would be an awfully big adventure(*100*)
J.M. Barrie’s “Peter Pan;” though definitely not the one I’d choose!
87. To live would be an awfully big adventure(*100*)
This is the quote taken from the movie, “Hook,” as spoken by Robin Williams’ Peter.
88 To sleep, perchance to dream…(*100*)
This quote from “Hamlet” is a reference to suicide, so, hopefully the owner of this tattoo misunderstood it.
89 We Deserve Love(*100*)
This is from “The Perks of Being a Wallflower,” by Stephen Chbosky.
90 It was there!(*100*)
They are lucky.
91. we live with the scars we choose(*100*)
This is a great choice and can be used as a metaphor for tattoos.
92. Capuchin(*100*)
This is a very interesting type of tattoo. It is located at the Capuchin Crypts, Rome’s entrance. Inside the Capuchin Crypts are decorated with the bones and 4000 monks. It says, “We were what you are, and what we are you will be,” which is to say, we were once alive, and now we’re bones, and someday, you will be, too.
93. We will all laugh at glided butterflies(*100*)
The mad King Lear quotes.
94 Quod me nutrit, me destruit(*100*)
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“What nourishes me, also destroys me,” and what would that be?
95 With pain comes strength(*100*)
Sort of another take on “what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.”
96. If I laid here, and if I only lay here would you lay with me, and forget all about the world?(*100*)
Lyrics from Snow Patrol’s “Chasing Cars.”
97 You Only Live Once(*100*)
Mae West’s take on “live life to the fullest.”
98. You are what you love tattoo quoutes (*100*)
It doesn’t matter what you care about, but what you love and care about matters. This is apparently a Fallout Boy song.
99 What would it be worth to die for?(*100*)
This quote is a paraphrase of one from Martin Luther King, JrIt is possible., which says “No one really knows why they are alive until they know what they’d die for.”
100. You must be the change you want to see in the world(*100*)
Ghandi is frequently credited with the quote. However, he never said these exact words. It is believed that this quote morphed – like a game of telephone – from this: “If we could change ourselves, the tendencies in the world would also change. The world’s attitude towards a man who changes his nature will change as well. We need not wait to see what others do.”
Get your own tattoo quotes
Remember, like we suggested earlier in the introduction, make sure the quote you choose has meaning for you; be sure to properly translate anything in a foreign language; pick a font that doesn’t obscure the lettering. Check out our 50 Tattoos Ideas for Women or our 50 Tattoos Ideas for Men for some design inspiration.
Other quotes are not meaningful and should not be embossed. Be careful with the words you choose as they will remain permanently imprinted on your mind. Always be yourself; don’t decide on something just because it’s trendy, but also don’t shy away from something trendy if it means something special to you. We hope you are inspired by our collection of inspiring quotes. 100 best tattoo quotes.
