Jesse Dukes

What inspired your most recent tattoo?

What inspired my recent tattoo of my mom's name was everything that she's gone through and everything that she's done for me. It's not just about honoring her—it's about carrying her strength with me. She's been my biggest supporter, my silent hero, and even when I couldn't find the words to say it, this tattoo says a lot. It is a reminder never to forget the love, the lessons, and the legacy that she left for me. Every time I look at it, I feel grounded, protected, and reminded of why I k

If your ink could speak, what would it say?

If my ink could talk, it would say to me, "I'm always with you." It would remind me to keep my head up when the world feels too heavy, to walk with purpose, and never forget where I came from. It would whisper to me when I am weak, and love when I feel alone. It would say, "You were made for more—don't stop now." It's not ink—it's her voice, her presence, her power, etched on my body.

What would you do with the $25,000?

If I were lucky enough to get the $25,000, I'd put it towards turning pain into purpose. My mom has been my rock through every storm—she's worked day and night, sacrificed everything, and carried burdens I couldn't even understand until I was older. There were times we had nothing, but she still gave me everything. This would be a gift toward repaying the love. I'd invest it in my music because that's how I tell our tale—the fight, the resilience, and the hope we held on to when eve