A Look At Sam Smith's Extensive Tattoo Collection

The second design Smith got during their Brooklyn visit was an anchor inked at the center of the neck, above their collarbones. They offered the meaning behind their tattoo, which they claimed to be their favorite when chatting with SiriusXM. "I've got my little anchor on my neck, which I love, which symbolizes me and my beautiful fans and my singing and stuff like that, so I love that."

Smith has an intricate artwork of a rose blossoming out of a heart that sits on the inside of their right forearm, which they said in an interview is an ode to a poet they love, Emma Bunton.

Sam Smith's Rose Tattoo

The singer has a rose flower design on the outside of their right forearm. Though they haven't shared the meaning behind this piece, a rose tattoo often symbolizes love and passion.

The Grammy-winning singer has a script tattoo reading "TPH-50HR" inked at their nape. Though it may appear a cryptic code at first, the abbreviation of this ink is a sweet homage to Smith's childhood home. The initials stand for "The Pink House – 50 Heydon House," which is the address to the house where they grew up with two siblings and parents.

Sam Smith's Puffer Fish Tattoo

Among the latest additions to their ever-growing tattoo collection is a puffer fish design that sits on their left forearm. When host Jennifer Hudson asked them the inspiration behind permanently inking a fish onto their skin, they jokingly replied, "I don't know, honestly." They further went into their "reckless" tattoo selection process. "I'm quite reckless. I like, just, on the day of, 'let's go for it; just do it,' because I've got so many bad ones that I just don't care anymore."

Sam Smith's Angel Tattoo

Smith has a whimsical ink on their right elbow that features what appears to be an angel-like figure striking a glamorous pose in heels.

The word "Honesty" is inked on the backside of Smith's left arm, near their elbow. They shared the poignant meaning behind the piece in a now-deleted Instagram post, saying that it serves as a reminder for them to continue to remain honest in their artistry. "This is what I promise to be in my music. It's what I live by. In the words of @mariamena_official 'Honesty is my God,'" they captioned the post at the time.

Sam Smith's Spitfire Plane Tattoo

Smith has an ink of a spitfire plane on their right ankle, which they seemingly got on a whim. "I got a Spitfire plane, dunno why, when I was drunk in Malia," they joked about the design, adding, "I wanna look a bit scary. I like when the tattoos look a bit, like, masc, but they actually have nice, friendly undertones."

In a recent talk with SiriusXM, they added that this was their first-ever tattoo and explained the funny story behind how they landed on the final design. "I got my first ever tattoo – it was so weird. I was drunk at 17 in Greece, and I had these earrings that were like diamond Spitfires – fake diamond Spitfires – and I got a Spitfire on my ankle, which is just so weird," they shared.

Sam Smith's Ice Cream Cone Tattoo

On their left leg, right above the ankle, Smith has an ice cream cone in colorful ink, which doesn't necessarily hold any meaning for the musician. "I've got, like, an ice cream on my ankle, and I don't know why it's there," they shared with Heart Radio when asked if all their inks are meaningful.

Sam Smith's Anchor Wrist Tattoo

Smith has another anchor ink on their left wrist, which they got as a touching tribute to their fans, whom they adoringly refer to as the "Little Sailors." While joining British GQ's series "Actually Me" in October 2022, the English singer-songwriter explained the sentimental significance behind the design. "When I was 18, I wrote a song called "Little Sailor." That song was a catalyst for my career, really. So I thought it was cool to call my fans Little Sailors," they shared, adding, "And also, an anchor really is a symbol of grounding. It means love."

Sam Smith's Pair of Heels Tattoo

Smith has a pair of heels tattooed on their wrist with two stars adorning the design. While the left set sits upright, its complementary pair lies horizontally next to it. The tattoo might be a homage to their favorite fashion accessory. "I love a heel," the singer shared in a 2017 sit-down with The Sunday Times. "I've got loads of heels at home. People don't know this, but when I was 17, I remember becoming obsessed with Boy George and Marilyn and all that. There was one moment in my life where I didn't own a piece of male clothing, really. I would wear full makeup every day in school, eyelashes, leggings with Dr. Martens and huge fur coats — for two and a half years."

On their left ribcage, Smith has a triangular shape surrounded by a circle. While its real inspiration isn't known, it appears to be a nod to their fans, aka Sailors, as the similar set design made a prominent appearance during their "The Thrill of It" tour.