John's 1000 Hurts

John's 1000 Hurts font by Lauren C. Brown is a free handwritten typeface that looks like it was scratched out in a rush with a half-dry marker. Jagged strokes, uneven pressure, and messy edges give it a raw, noisy energy—as if every letter vibrates a little on the line. It feels loud, anxious, and a bit unhinged, turning even simple words into something that buzzes with attitude and tension.

Using John's 1000 Hurts font, your titles and graphics instantly pick up a distressed, underground vibe that works beautifully for horror posters, punk or metal band art, zines, edgy event flyers, game titles, and dark merch graphics. This free font thrives at larger sizes where its rough texture can really show. Pair it with a clean, neutral sans serif for body text to keep layouts readable while the headline does all the screaming.

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