Basta's tattoos are quite modest compared to other representatives of rap. Vasily Vakulenko rarely bares his torso at performances to show off his tattoos. However, his tattoos are no less interesting and filled with meaning. In our review, we will figure out what the inscriptions on Basta's hands mean and what other tattoos the musician made for himself.
Basta Tattoo on Arms
On the hands, or rather on the forearms, they were originally stuffed with:
- “Vaya con Dios”, which in Spanish means "to walk with God."
- Quien si no mi, which translates as "who if not me."
These inscriptions indicate that their owner puts high, and wants to go his life path doing everything possible, but not step over other people.
Already later, drawings of armor appeared around these inscriptions, similar to those of gladiators and other warriors in the old days. The armor tattoo is always interpreted as militancy, the ability to defend oneself, stand up for oneself, one's principles and interests. The ability to defend one's position in the modern world is no less important than the ability to wield weapons in antiquity.
Basta Tattoo on Shoulder
Two revolvers of the Nagant system are stuffed on Basta's shoulder. This drawing is the logo and calling card of Basta's alter ego, his stage hero NoGGano. Revolvers are considered a classic gangster tattoo, they symbolize honor, the ability to stand up for oneself, courage. Such tattoos can be seen on many, especially among representatives of the American rap scene.
Basta Tattoo on Leg
Basty is stuffed with his most ironic tattoo - monkey with microphone. Vasily Vakulenko was born in the year of the monkey, this is the first symbolic meaning of the tattoo. And the second is a dedication to creativity, a reminder that no matter what heights you reach in show business, you should not lose your head. Humor and self-irony, the ability to laugh at any topic, even the most serious, always help to remain adequate and sane in life, even if success is dizzying.
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Photo: Instagram Timati @timatiofficial
Basta's tattoos (Vasily Vakulenko)
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Photo: Instagram Basta @bastaakanoggano
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Tattoo Garik Burito
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Basta or the same NoGGano is not just a famous Russian rapper, but also a NEXT FM radio host, a talented director of several films on the gazgolder.com website. It all started back in 2000, when an ordinary guy Vasya Vakulenko comes up with the nickname "Basta" for himself and begins recording his first (but already terribly popular) solo album. As a result, the first hits of Vasya (Basta) came out into the world, such as: “Finally and irrevocably”, “In the bustle of the city”, “Spring is crying like that”, “Cash”, and, of course, the song “Later”.
Gradually, Basta was already at the peak of his popularity. And in the spring of 2006, a studio album called "Basta 1" was released, which took part in the PKK. It became a rather sensational album, after which everyone started talking about Vasya Vakulenka, already better known as Basta. And his video for the song "Autumn" did hit the MUZTV hit parade, where it lasted about 3.5 months in first place! And, as you know, even today the clip "Autumn" in the "Da Chart" parade still occupies prizes (for more than six months already). But he became famous not only for his musical and directing talent. Just look at these amazing Vasya tattoos.
Now I would like to take a closer look Basta's tattoos(NoGGano) and tell about their meaning from the photo. So, let's start, perhaps, with Nogano's left shoulder, on which two revolvers are tattooed (well, like 2 letters "G", symbolizing his name).
Also, Vasya did not leave his two hands without attention. One has an inscription in the form of "Quien si no mi", meaning in Spanish: "Who, if not me." NoGGano's left arm, tattooed with the inscription "Vaya con Dios", also meaning "I walk with God" in Spanish. As we see in the photo, Basta's tattoo is quite symbolic and makes you think about the philosophy of Vasya's thoughts.
Further, after a certain period of time, Basta (NoGGano) completed the tattoos on his hands, making a tattoo in the form of shields. And looking at the photo, you can see that it is executed quite original, unusual and beautiful.
Another copy of Basta's (NoGGano) original tattoo on his leg is a monkey with a microphone. This tattoo represents the year of his birth. And the microphone symbolizes his immense and eternal love for music. No matter how pathetic it sounds, but Basta (Nogano), or the simple guy Vasya Vakulenko, is really a very talented and devoted person to the musical world.
The bodies of popular artists of the Russian stage are often decorated with numerous tattoos. To your attention - a star dozen of musicians, known for their great love to emphasize individuality with drawings, phrases and symbols on the skin. Happy viewing!
Perhaps the record holder for the number of tattoos is rapper Timati. The artist admits that each image and inscription on his body carries a certain meaning.
Tattoos occupy more than 70% of Timati's body. Even on the phalanges of the fingers, signs and symbols are embossed.
It looks like tattoos are becoming a hallmark of rappers!
In the photo - Timur Yunusov and Vasily Vakulenko ( Timati and Basta).
Photo: Instagram Timati @timatiofficial
Russian rap artist, composer and producer - the owner of tattoos on both forearms.
Photo: Instagram Basta @bastaakanoggano
Egor Creed admits that he got his first tattoo at the age of 14! Today, the favorite of the female audience is 22 years old, and the number of tattoos on the body has increased significantly.
Photo: Egor Creed's Instagram @egorkreed
Dzhigan - a famous hip-hop artist and professional athlete - is seriously passionate about tattooing.
In the summer, Dzhigan became a guest on Strana FM, where he spoke about music, sports and tattoos.
Photo: Instagram Djigan @iamgeegun
Photo: Instagram Nargiz @rocknnargiz
The soloist of the group Roman Pashkov is the owner of a large number of tattoos and, it seems, does not plan to stop there!
Photo: Roman Pashkov's Instagram @pashock_official
Tattoos on the hands of the queen of Russian R'n'B are not just decoration, they are treated as symbols that can affect life and bring good luck.
Photo: Instagram Bianchi @biankarnb
The former members of the Quest Pistols reunited and went into development. The soloists of the outrageous team - Anton Savlepov, Nikita Goryuk and Konstantin Borovsky - are passionate about tattooing.
Photo: Instagram group "Agon" @yo_agon
The musician of the Band'Eros group Igor Burnyshev is actively engaged. The artist admits that with the appearance of special images on the body, the internal state has changed. Garik Burito intends to develop a whole complex of tattoos for himself.
It's no secret that for representatives of rap culture, tattoos are a weakness. Rapper Basta also shares this passion. Actually, looking at him, no doubts about this fact can arise - the body of Vasily Vakulenko, hiding under a sonorous pseudonym, is covered with intricate patterns.
All tattoos of the musician do not carry any pathos and are not made to be more in line with rap culture. The drawings decorating Vasily's body were carefully selected by him and have personal meaning and meaning, motivation and reminder.
On the right hand of the performer, two inscriptions in Spanish flaunt: “Quien si no mi” and “Vaya con Dios”. They can be translated as "Who, if not me" and "I go with God."
From the wrists to the elbows, Basta's arms are covered with intricate patterns depicting ancient military shields, which is a symbol of the musician's firm and unshakable character.
The left shoulder is adorned with two revolvers, reminiscent of the shape of the 2 letters "G", as an allusion to the second stage name of the musician - NoGGano.
On Basta's leg, you can see a monkey with a microphone. The meaning is clear: in the year of the monkey, the musician was born, and the microphone is a symbol of his activity and love for music.
