Who Is the Kanye West Approved Tattoo Artist, the Walking Inspiration for His Fans To Get ‘WET’ Tattooed?

Published 02/01/2024, 10:02 PM EST

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In a world where tattoos have become almost as ubiquitous as the air we breathe, Kanye West, the maverick rapper, could not resist the allure of ink artistry. With a canvas as dynamic as his life, Ye has adorned himself with a myriad of tattoos, each carrying a story. These are either name numerals representing birthdates or his favorite lyrics etched permanently. Like a king, Ye knows how to turn the spotlight onto other artists, and this time, he took to vouching for a tattoo virtuoso.

Enter David Enth from LA, the latest artist to garner Ye’s endorsement. The rapper shared a glimpse of Enth’s tattooed canvas on his Instagram story. It was a visual symphony of ink adorning Enth’s back. What initially appeared as an incomplete masterpiece, with the word ‘WET’ trembling on the surface, later unfolded into a fully engraved spectacle in the subsequent story. Ye, always the provocateur, teased this transformative journey of ink with a cheeky share, leaving fans in a frenzy.

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Prior to this tattoo revelation, Enth had already danced in the limelight when rumors hinted at a romantic entanglement with none other than Billie Eilish. However, the rumor mill proved to be a swift dance partner for Eilish, who promptly shut down the speculations.

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West’s share, with the artist showcasing a bleeding ‘WET’ on his back, seems to signal yet another escapade in the rapper’s ink-filled saga. The reaction from fans mirrored the energy of a carnival, with excitement and speculation swirling in equal measure.

Kanye West teases tattoo artist, igniting carnival of fan frenzy

Every move Ye makes seems to morph into an inspiration. This was glaringly evident when, after his recent share, fans flooded the comments. They declared that they had unearthed the quintessential inspiration to venture into the world of tattoos. Like a ripple effect, Ye’s story share sparked a wave of enthusiasm among his admirers. Moreover, turning the mere thought of getting inked into a vibrant and infectious idea.

Already boasting an inked canvas with nearly five tattoos, Ye’s recent share served as a tantalizing clue to his next artistic escapade. Fans, like skilled detectives, pieced together the puzzle and speculated that Ye might be teetering on the brink of adorning himself with another masterpiece, possibly crafted by the hands of the talented David Enth.

Confusion gripped certain fans like a perplexing riddle, as the name David Enth stirred unfamiliar waters in the tattoo artist realm. Puzzled expressions painted their virtual faces, wondering who this ink maestro was and why Ye chose to spotlight his story. 

A savvy fan displayed a stroke of brilliance by pinpointing a tattoo that adorned Playboi Carti’s arm—the ‘baby boy’ ink. Speculations among enthusiasts bubbled like a cauldron. They suggested that this particular piece of body art might very well be the handiwork of David Enth.

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West, the conductor of the ‘Donda’, continues to weave a tapestry of mystery with every orchestrated move. Whether it was teasing fans with Bianca Censori feature in ‘Havoc’, sharing her provocative images only to swiftly erase them or endorsing a tattoo artist, each action in Ye’s playbook seems to harbor a secret motive. Like a cryptic puzzle master, Ye leaves his admirers on the edge. More so, always yearning to decipher the hidden meanings behind his moves.

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Why do you think Ye reshared Enth’s post? Let us know in the comments below.

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Riva Khan

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Riva Khan is an entertainment reporter at NetflixJunkie. Given her love for the language and writing, she has honed her narrative skills from a young age. She loves her latest tea in Hollywood and keeps an eye on the news.

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