Ed Sheeran Shares the Stories Behind His Tattoos, from Friendship to Personal Milestones

Ed Sheeran recently shared the stories behind his tattoos in a detailed interview with GQ, where he opened up about the significance of his many inked designs. Each tattoo on his body marks a memory, a person, or an important phase in his life, reflecting how meaningful and personal these pieces of art are to him.

One of the standout stories he told was about his matching “Pingu” tattoo with fellow singer Harry Styles. Ed Sheeran explained that both he and Styles got the tattoo during their close friendship, as a nod to the playful claymation penguin character they both liked. This tattoo, among many others, shows the warmth and humor that comes with sharing tattoos with friends.

He also mentioned that as he’s gotten older, each new tattoo has become more painful. Despite this, he hasn’t stopped adding to his collection, each piece serving as a colorful, permanent diary on his skin. His tattoos not only honor his journey as an artist and friend but also allow fans a glimpse into the deeper parts of his personality and the people he cherishes.