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18 Behind the Ear Tattoos That Have Nothing to Do With Corn

By Leah Mulroney | October 28, 2021 | Leave a Comment
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Behind the Ear Tattoos - moon in hand
Behind the Ear Tattoos - scorpion
Behind the Ear Tattoos - bats
Behind the Ear Tattoos - cherries
Behind the Ear Tattoos - music note
Behind the Ear Tattoos - dainty flower

Any tattoo above your shoulders is a bold move, but the space behind your ear makes for a slightly more subtle canvas. The only person who will see it is the next magician who tries to pull the quarter stunt. Next time you can just ask us for our phone number, ok?

From miniature Halloween bats to words you’ll never be able to read, there are tons of options for behind the ear tattoos. And yes, it might feel like the most painful hickey imaginable while you’re under the needle, but the good news is, you’ll also have bruises and red marks for a few days. Wait… this is an article about tattoos, right?

Behind the Ear Tattoos

 

Behind the Ear Tattoos

1. Bats

A behind the ear bat tattoo is for forever-spooky girls. And to let everyone know that you might live in a haunted house and your last name is Wayne. Do you really still need to see ID?

Behind the Ear Tattoos - bats
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2. Musical Note

This tattoo is music to our ears. Next step is figuring out how to download a Spotify playlist into your brain.

Behind the Ear Tattoos - music note
Photo Credit: @art.besmelazar

 

3. Something Witchy

We’re over the moon for this celestial tat. And we didn’t even have to send our cow back into space to get it.

Behind the Ear Tattoos - moon in hand
Photo Credit: @allens_tattoo_art

 

4. Cherries

Whether you’re sweet or tart, a cherry tattoo could work for you. People may call you a redneck, but it’s a fair price to pay.

Behind the Ear Tattoos - cherries
Photo Credit: @criticalbill13

 

5. Dainty Florals

These plants won’t die like the 32 succulents you picked up at Trader Joe’s last year and never watered. Is that not what low-maintenance means?

Behind the Ear Tattoos - dainty flower
Photo Credit: @jeffzalesak

 

6. Scorpion

A scorpion tattoo is effective ink for whenever someone gets within six feet of you. Just say, “careful, he punches!” They’ll get the hint. And learn something new about scorpions!

Behind the Ear Tattoos - scorpion
Photo Credit: @siobhangallagher_art

 

7. Abstract Minimalism

You don’t have to pull a full Van Gogh to have an abstract art tattoo behind the ear. Although, that would be one way to make sure everyone sees your new ink.

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8. Butterflies

Butterflies are popular again and not just because they’re in migration season. Get them inked behind your ears and maybe they’ll let you sit with them.

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9. Motivational Words

Save your breath and get your favorite words of encouragement tattooed behind your ear. And maybe a mirror.

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10. Word Art

Pull your hair back to make sure this ‘lobotomy’ tattoo is visible during your next pointless meeting. It’s a great way to express yourself. And maybe get fired.

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11. Sparkles

Be careful with this one if you go in the sun…you just might get mistaken for the main character in a bad fan fic novel.

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12. Constellation

Pick your favorite constellation as a way to let Elon Musk know you’re available for Lead Navigator to Mars.

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13. Zodiac

Only astrological experts get tattoos for their zodiac sign. Use this tiny tat to convince everyone that their horoscope says it’s good luck to give you money today and don’t forget our cut.

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14. Roman Numerals

No one has to know that these numerals represent how many times you’ve seen The Hunger Games.

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15. Cherubs

Are collecting diamonds heaven’s equivalent to Pokemon Go?

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16. Tiny Animal

Place your power animal behind your ear. What does it mean that ours is a sloth?

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17. Cartoons

If your goal is to look like Jess from New Girl, go for this cat in a cup. Bangs optional.

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19. Lightning Bolt

If someone asks you why you have a lightning bolt behind your ear, tell them that Voldemort missed and now you’re the Girl Who Lived Because of Bad Aim.

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Leah Mulroney
Leah Mulroney
Leah Mulroney is a writer and standup comedian in Austin, TX, because she loves attention. Her written works can be found on The List, in The Keene Sentinel, and Medium. And she performs her feminine humor on stages all over Texas and the US.
When she's not behind the keyboard or holding a microphone in her hands, you can find Leah having deep philosophical conversations with her tiny dog, letting bags of kale go bad in her fridge while she goes out in search of happy-hour priced sushi, and watching so much true crime TV that she's pretty sure she could actually get away with murder at this point. Follow her on Twitter for the jokes and on Instagram for the "aesthetic."
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