Reader Question- Heartagram symbol

Reader Kilpikonna asks:

I read your article on tattoos and some symbol meanings. I really enjoyed it for one, but it made me really think about this tattoo that I was going to get. I want to know what it means, but whenever I look for its meaning, I cant seem to find it. I was wondering if you could help me out. Tell me the meaning of it, or at least point me in the right direction of finding its meaning.

Answer:

Hi there. The "heartagram" was originally created as a logo by the self described "Love Metal" band HIM. It combines a heart with a pentagram, and according to band members, represents the juxtaposition of love and hate/anger, life and death. The symbol is sported as a tattoo by many HIM fans, including skater and "Jackass" stuntman Bam Margera.