This episode of Audiomack Inc is in partnership with Black Ink Crew New York and presented by VH1.

If there were ever a dissertation written on duos in music that just work, we imagine some of the chapters would look like this: Rhythm and Blues; Rick Ross and Pears; hip-hop and tattoos.

On the latest episode of Audiomack Ink–an Audiomack video series focused on highlighting artists’ existing tattoos while getting them some fresh ink–New York City rapper Paris Bryant gets his very first tattoo. Inspired by his name and the ethereal City of Lights, Paris’ new ink is somewhat of a rite of passage into the rap game.

In just a span of two years, the “Ballin” artist has put out a handful of punchy singles to much acclaim, opening up a whole new realm of possibilities for his music career’s future. “This melodic rap thing… I feel like I’mma take it to the next level,” he says.

Take a closer look into the world of tattoos with VH1’s Black Ink Crew New York returning Tonight at 8/7c on VH1!

For more Audiomack Ink, including episodes from Lil Skies, Cuban Doll, Comethazine, Lil Gotit, GNAR, DAX, and more, follow Audiomack’s YouTube channel.

Watch Paris Bryant Get His First Tattoo on Audiomack Ink