Tattoos are a canvas for self-expression, and Billie Eilish’s five tattoos tell a unique story. The 23-year-old “Bad Guy” singer uses her ink to capture childhood memories and personal pride, much like Rihanna’s message-driven tattoos or Ariana Grande’s music-inspired ones. Each of Billie’s tattoos holds special meaning, reflecting her journey from a young star to a global icon with a bold, authentic style.
In 2017, Billie told Vanity Fair she wanted tattoos that stayed hidden, a promise she mostly kept. After her 2020 Grammy wins, she got her first tattoo at 18, saying fans would never see it. By 2021, she’d added two more, including a fairy design on her hand, drawn from her beloved childhood book Fairyopolis. She calls them her “guardian angel fairies,” a nostalgic touch (Instagram/@billieeilish
).
Her dragon tattoo, snaking down her waist, is a fan favorite she’s shared on Instagram. But her most personal is her name, “Eilish,” inked in gothic font on her ribcage as a symbol of self-love. Meant to stay private under clothes, it was a secret she vowed to keep (Instagram/@billieeilish
). That changed when a friend’s photo gave the world a glimpse.
Annabel Zimmer, daughter of composer Hans Zimmer, shared a picture of Billie soaking up the sun, hair back and sunglasses on. The ribcage tattoo peeked out under her bikini, barely visible but enough to thrill fans (Instagram/@annabelzimmer
). The gothic “Eilish” sparked buzz, even if it wasn’t a clear view.
In 2023, Billie showed off her newest tattoo, a striking design covering her entire spine—some see an oil spill, others a tree. Though she once aimed to keep her ink private, Billie’s tattoos are now part of her bold, evolving style. Her willingness to share these pieces of herself makes her story—and her art—even more inspiring to fans everywhere.
