Karlissa Saffold is staying strong as her son, Blueface, sits behind bars, but that doesn’t mean she’s not speaking out about his life decisions, such as his brand-new prison tattoos that are now visible on his face. New images of the Thotiana rapper were discovered this week, as photos of him enjoying his embellishments from behind bars hit the ‘net these days, and debut the new ink that he’s gotten since his incarceration. As fans speculated about the significance of the fresh ink, Blueface’s mother decided to respond publicly, addressing the issue and offering some insight into her relationship with her son during difficult times.
Saffold recently posted a video call with Blueface on her Instagram Story, which gave followers a unique and intimate glimpse of their relationship at this difficult time. It came in response to an earlier text correspondence between the two, where Saffold expressed concern that he was still being tattooed while in custody. “I’m begging you, please don’t write on your face no more. Wait till you in your right mind again,” she pleaded in messages. Blueface’s reply was typically no-nonsense: “You know I had face tats before I came here right lmao. Yo son is a loc get over it.”
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That encounter has made waves on social media, but for Karlissa, it’s evident that her question comes from a place of love, not judgment. The video call, then shared by her, was full of warmth, laughter, and the kind of mother-son teasing that suggests their relationship, if not untouchable by law enforcement, at least remains intact. Even though they don’t see eye to eye, Saffold still stands behind her son in public and holds him responsible. It’s a balance that many parents of public figures find difficult to maintain, and she does it with a brash, unshoddy style that keeps fans engaged.
Blueface has been behind bars ever since turning himself in last January on a reported probation violation. His stint in prison has not diminished his defiance or his impulse for self-expression, as those new tattoos suggest. From behind bars, it’s clear that family is still close, particularly his mother, who is trying to reach out and to keep his spirit grounded. For Karlissa Saffold, this chapter is a painful one. But it’s also further proof that a mother’s love and her voice will break through any kind of walls, no matter how high.
