South African rapper Big Zulu was left speechless after a fan paid him an extraordinary tribute by tattooing his face on her leg. The chart-topping star, widely celebrated for his commanding performances and impactful diss tracks, took to Instagram to share the image of the fan’s tattoo, expressing his surprise and appreciation.
“I don’t know what to say, this is another type of love,” Big Zulu wrote in response to the unexpected display of devotion.
While the gesture moved the rapper, reactions from social media users were a mix of admiration and amusement. Many users expressed a desire to receive such unwavering support, while others poked fun at the tattoo’s resemblance—or lack thereof. Some even joked that the inked image looked more like the late reggae icon Lucky Dube than Big Zulu himself.
Comments rolled in quickly:
@anesuchihota joked: “😂😂 That’s not you bra, looks like someone else.”
@smarts_mlangeni quipped: “Tattoo artist is giving Rasta vibes.”
@sox_live wrote: “Bamrobhile. Get her and get her a proper tattoo @bigzulu_sa.”
@gomo_mokwena added: “It’s not you😂 😂”
@bonginkosibeekay said: “Kaze umfazi kabani lo mina ngingamxosha early owami zofaka tatoo yenyindoda.”
@yiseka_sbahle observed: “Ngathi le tattoo uLucky Dube nje🙌😢”
@mndeni_45 humorously stated: “Ngingamqamula unyawo mina owami ezongfikela no mfoka Nene emlenzeni wami😂😂😂”
@mpadhisilaha mocked: “Rasta has opened a tattoo studio, sifile madoda u will ask to have a tattoo ya Lion then get Kasongo.”
Big Zulu joins a growing list of South African celebrities who’ve inspired fans to get inked tributes. The late rapper AKA, who also had numerous meaningful tattoos, was similarly honored by fans with tattoos of his face and name, both during his life and posthumously.
Though the artwork has sparked some debate, the fan’s tattoo is ultimately a testament to the powerful bond between artists and their supporters—one that transcends traditional expressions of admiration.
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