Offset HONORS Takeoff with Massive Back Tattoo

Offset honours Takeoff.

Offset is paying tribute to Takeoff with art that will live forever.

On Saturday, the rapper from the group Migos unveiled a large tattoo that covered his entire back and was done in memory of his late bandmate and cousin.

Offset, 31, captioned a photo of his tattoo on Instagram with the words "Love you 4L & after " in order and two different views of it.

A black-and-white galaxy pattern surrounds an image of Takeoff wearing many gold chains in the new, extraordinarily detailed ink. Of course, a planet and a rocket are also included in the mix.

Offset is no stranger to tattoos; in fact, his wife Cardi B gave him some ink. However, this is his first significant artistic homage to Takeoff, who was shot and killed outside a bowling alley in Houston, Texas, in November.

A month had passed since the release of his and fellow Migos member MC Quavo's joint album, Only Built for Infinity Links. Takeoff, also known as Kirsnick Khari Ball, was 28 years old.

Offset doesn't 'feel like reality' on Takeoff's death

Offset posted an emotional letter on Instagram in November in which he discussed Takeoff's passing and expressed his shock, anguish, and sadness over the event.

"Dear Take, doesn't feel real posting you like this…. This still doesn't feel like reality. I've been searching for the right words to say, but there aren't any that will suffice," Offset wrote. "Until we meet again, Rest In Power. I love you."

Offset opened his statement by telling Takeoff, his first cousin once removed, that "the pain you have left me with is unbearable." The note was posted alongside several images and videos of the two cuddling on a video set, swimming in a pool, and working in professional settings.

"My heart is shattered and I have so many things to say, but I can't find the words. I've been going to sleep and hoping that all of this is a dream, but it's reality, and reality feels like a nightmare," he wrote, remarking that anytime they met Takeoff would give him a "hug" instead of a more casual "dap".

"I wish I could hug you one last time. Laugh one last time. Smoke one [sic] last time. Perform one last time," continued Offset.

"I know someone with a soul like yours is in heaven now. I hope you can see how much we love you and miss you. You have left a hole in my heart that will never be filled."

Then he prayed for "strength" for the family of Takeoff. Offset closed his message by saying, "Even though I know you will always be with us, throw me a lil sign or a beautiful dream."

"I love you forever, 4L and after."