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Tommy Lee's First Tattoo Explained

Aug 9, 2026
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In the world of rock, Mötley Crüe is legendary. The band has been putting out hits for decades, propelling all the band members to stardom. With loud, debaucherous energy and in-your-face attitudes, the guys in Mötley Crüe are basically the mold for hard-living rock stars. Drummer Tommy Lee might be one of the most bombastic of all, with his elaborate drum set rigs for live performances and head-to-toe ink. It turns out that there's a story behind most of the tattoos that cover Tommy Lee's body, but you might be surprised to hear the story behind his very first tattoo – the one that started it all.