X: The four symbols evolved from a Soulfly song on their 3rd album, where Max (Cavalera, singer) screams, “heart/fist/soul/mind!” I loved the words and connotations, and decided to draw symbols for each rather than getting words tattooed on me. I drew this during my first month at Ft. Hood in January 2004, and got it tattooed one month before going to Iraq AGAIN in March. The red “x” is one of the most recognizable tats I have, and is even the prototype for the logo on my wrestling pants. The meaning behind the “x” itself is personal. I’ve only told one person what it means and don’t intend to tell anyone else.