The phrase ‘six-seven’ has become a nuisance in classrooms across the UK and US, with pupils shouting it at random. Originating from a rap song, it has spread through social media and even featured in an episode of South Park, leaving teachers baffled and annoyed.
The modern usage of ‘six-seven’ appears to stem from Philadelphia rapper Skrilla’s 2024 track Doot Doot (6 7). The meaning is unclear—it could reference police radio code or 67th Street—but it gained traction when the song was used in video clips of NBA star LaMelo Ball, who is 6ft 7in tall.
The phrase is often accompanied by a hand gesture: two upturned palms moving up and down like weighing scales. Despite speculation, it does not refer to a scale of one to ten or any specific meaning; it is simply a piece of meme slang that has become popular among teenagers.
In schools, ‘six-seven’ has become a disruption, with students shouting it when teachers mention the numbers. Some educators have banned it, while others have incorporated it into lessons. As with many viral trends, its popularity may wane now that adults are discussing it.
