Visiting a tattoo artist is usually perceived as a light, almost recreational activity. Yes, the first few minutes require getting used to the unusual sensation of the needle and lying still, but overall, the process does not turn into an exhausting ordeal. It is a different story with large-scale full-body work: here we are talking about dozens of sessions, weeks of pain, and a truly surreal experience. That is precisely why some clients choose sedation to relieve anxiety and pain. But Machine Gun Kelly considers this approach a true “escape from reality.”