Skrilla's Viral Drill Rap Phenomenon '6-7' Was Almost Scrapped as a Throwaway Track
In a surprising revelation, drill rapper Skrilla has disclosed that his global hit "Doot Doot (6-7)" and the accompanying 6-7 craze almost never materialised. The artist admitted he initially considered the song disposable and lacked faith in its potential, nearly withholding it from public release altogether.
From Leaked Track to Global Sensation
Skrilla's 2024 release, "Doot Doot (6-7)," first gained traction through TikTok videos featuring basketball players last year. The track's nonsensical phrase "6-7" quickly evolved into a worldwide phenomenon, with young people incessantly chanting it while performing an up-and-down arm motion with palms facing upward.
The rapper confessed to The Associated Press, "It didn't even cross my mind. It was an unreleased song. I had just leaked it and it went crazy off of a leaked song. I leaked it because I didn't really have too much faith in it. I didn't really care too much about the song."
Unexpected Popularity and Cultural Impact
The initial viral response prompted Skrilla to officially release the track in 2025. Since then, "6-7" has permeated various aspects of culture:
- Athletes employing it to celebrate significant plays during games
- Widespread use in classrooms, sporting events, and Skrilla's concerts
- Transformation into a universal expression of joy and celebration
This unexpected success has fundamentally altered Skrilla's creative process. "Now when I'm recording in the studio, when I'm making a song and I feel like I don't like it, I force myself to like it," he explained. "And when I'm making a song and I'm ready to be over, done with the song, I'll finish it just cause—just out of respect for '6-7.'"
Controversy and Personal Meaning
Skrilla emphasises that "6-7" holds whatever meaning individuals assign to it, and he cherishes the happiness the trend has generated. However, its popularity has attracted scrutiny and bizarre conspiracy theories.
The rapper addressed these allegations directly: "I'm not a bad person. And '6-7' is not a demonic cult or whatever people be making up—these stories, these crazy stories people be making up. It's just crazy. Yeah, it's a lot of crazy stories about '6-7' and demonic and devil worshipping, and I'm not a devil worshipper at all either, as well. And '6-7' isn't a cult."
Sustained Relevance and Future Prospects
Despite critics, Skrilla remains enthusiastic about the trend's endurance, particularly its adoption at college and professional basketball games which maintains its freshness. The phenomenon has significantly elevated his visibility, even as it has arguably outgrown his personal brand.
"Everything that '6-7' has brought to me excites me," Skrilla concluded. "Every door it opens excites me." The journey from nearly discarded track to international cultural touchstone continues to shape both his career perspective and the unpredictable nature of viral music trends in the digital age.
