Machine Gun Kelly unveils new ear ink at Grammys pre-party

Machine Gun Kelly has a new addition to his tattoos, which he recently debuted at Clive Davis’ annual pre-Grammys party.

The rapper, 35, whose real name is Colson Baker, stepped onto the red carpet on Saturday with abstract designs visible on both ears. One ear appeared to feature the word “ether” alongside a small red heart. 

For the occasion, MGK wore a black button-down shirt left partially unfastened to reveal his chest tattoos, paired with black wide-leg trousers. He accessorised with a leather shoulder holster, a studded belt, silver hoop earrings, and a chain necklace, finishing the look with black-and-white Converse sneakers.

Following the event, MGK also shared photos from the night on Instagram. “One day I’ll be holding a Grammy that isn’t made of chocolate,” he wrote, thanking Clive Davis and several music industry figures for allowing him to participate in a tribute honouring Ozzy Osbourne.

His existing tattoos also cover his upper torso and both arms. MGK previously spoke about the tattoo during a September 2025 appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show, saying it was about anatomy and identity rather than just looks.

He explained that the process required 44 needles and was completed without numbing agents, calling it “the worst torture” he has experienced. He previously publicly revealed a blackout tattoo in February 2024, when MGK described it as serving “spiritual purposes only.”