Guns N' Roses, formed in 1985 in Los Angeles, became one of the most iconic rock bands in history, reaching global fame in 1987 with the release of their debut album Appetite for Destruction. The band’s original lineup included Axl Rose, Tracy Guns, Izzy Stradlin, Rob Gardner, and Ole Bayh, later solidified with the addition of guitarist Slash and drummer Steven Adler. Their distinctive sound and rebellious energy made them an essential part of the rock music landscape. Guns N' Roses' peak success continued through the 1990s with albums like Use Your Illusion I and Use Your Illusion II. However, after 1993, their popularity waned following the departure of Slash and McKagan. The band saw a resurgence in 2016 when Slash and McKagan reunited with Rose, marking the beginning of a new era for Guns N’ Roses.

The band’s logo has become a signature symbol of their identity. The original logo, created in 1987, featured an arched ribbon in gradient yellow and red on a black background, with bold black uppercase lettering. This simple yet bold design captured the raw energy and emotional intensity of the band’s music.

Over the years, Guns N’ Roses has used various alternate logos, but the most iconic is the one featuring two revolvers entwined with a pair of roses, which has remained a prominent symbol. This emblem captures the duality of the band’s aggressive sound and the softer, more emotional side represented by the roses. A more famous variation of the logo includes a pair of revolvers surrounding a skull, with a rose in the design. It is widely believed that this skull emblem was either drawn by Slash or tattoo artist Bill White, though there is some debate about its origin.

The band’s logos typically feature a color palette of bright red, yellow, black, and shades of grey. The bold colors reflect the dynamic and emotional nature of their music. The typeface used in the Guns N' Roses logo is customized and varies across different iterations, though it always maintains a distinctive, edgy style fitting the band's rebellious image.