Английская Википедия:Be Someone (graffiti)
Be Someone is a reoccurring piece of graffiti above Interstate 45 in Houston, Texas. It has become a well known landmark in Houston due to its prominent location to commuters.[1]
History
The piece's date of origin is unverifiable. It is situated on a Union Pacific bridge which crosses above Interstate 45 as it enters the city of Houston.[2] It has been vandalized and repainted several times.[3][4] In 2018, it was changed to "Be Mattress Mac."[5] In 2019, it was altered to say "Be Sus."[6] During the COVID-19 pandemic, the words "Wash your hands" were painted over the slogan.[7][8][9] In June 2020, the name "George Floyd" was painted over it.[10] In February 2022, it was painted over with “No War Know Peace” in response to the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine.[11]
On May 29, 2021, the BeSomeone Instagram account posted that they would no longer restore the graffiti after it had been defaced.[12][13]
Cultural impact
The slogan had become common on local merchandise. Rapper Paul Wall has a tattoo in reference to the work. There have been multiple attempts to make the graffiti a protected landmark.[14]
References
External links
- Instagram account purporting to be from the artist(s) behind 'Be Someone'
