The well-known "Be Someone" graffiti mural in Houston has once again been restored over the weekend after a recent defacement involving a cryptocurrency slogan. Yesterday morning, the image of two determined individuals carrying buckets of paint on the Union Pacific Bridge was captured and shared on Instagram by "LurkingHouston."
The short-lived "MOSCOIN" and "Mog Coin" graffiti, which had overtaken the mural's original positive message, was painted in large, yellow block letters but has since been covered. Enthusiastic Houstonians took to social media to express their relief and delight, punctuated by comments such as "What took so long?" as reported by KHOU. Having been a part of Houston since its first appearance in 2012, the "Be Someone" mural is more than just paint on concrete; it stands as an emblem of the city’s identity, surviving several instances of vandalism over the years.
The expressions of gratitude were evident as comments flooded social media platforms. In a reply to a TikTok video showing the mural restoration, "LurkingHouston" stated that they were not the original artists but decided to step in, as noted by a Houston Chronicle article. When facing the tenacity of Houston's citizens and their dedication to keeping the 'Be Someone' mural visible, not even repeated instances of vandalism or ephemeral cryptocurrency promotions can erase the message for long.
