It wasn’t too long ago that having tattoos was considered taboo.

SuperstarRihannahas reportedly done so 25 times and has the ink to prove it.

“It was right when ‘Umbrella’ came out.

Rihanna posing on the red carpet

Where the treble clef once lived is a falcon tattoo created by Bang Bang (viaMirror).

Through this harrowing experience, Rihanna found a new strength and commemorated it with new ink.

Months after the assault, Rihanna unveiled a handgun tattoo on her right side.

Rihanna ankle tattoo

In an interview with Elle U.K, (viaYahoo!

Is she a drug addict?

Is she an alcoholic?

Rihanna hand tattoo

Is she a victim?

That’s why I got the gun.

It was a symbol of strength.

Rihanna neck tattoo

I’ll never be a victim.”

Rebelle Fleur, meaning “rebel flower” in French, can be seen scrawled across her neck.

They’re a staple of her personal style, and they fit seamlessly into her bad girl aesthetic.

Rihanna posing