The phrase “6, 7” has been everywhere on social media recently, and if you haven’t kept up, you might be as confused as many adults are. As a self-proclaimed “youth teacher,” Joe Yates dives into the surprisingly puzzling origins of this meme. The phrase, often typed as “67,” has exploded across TikTok and become so popular among teenagers that some teachers have banned it from classrooms.
So what does “6, 7” actually mean? Simply put, it doesn’t have a real meaning—it’s mostly nonsensical and fun to say. The phrase is usually said while moving your hands up and down, palms facing upward, as if signaling you’re okay but things could be better.
The meme’s roots trace back to American rapper Skrilla from Philadelphia. His drill rap track called “Doot Doot (6 7),” released unofficially in December 2024 and officially in February 2025, includes the line, “6, 7, I just bipped right on the highway.” This catchy lyric, combined with TikTok videos, especially one joking about NBA star LaMelo Ball’s height, led to the meme’s massive spread.
Even athletes like Taylen “TK” Kinney, a point guard in the Overtime Elite league, helped popularize it by overusing the phrase. The “6, 7” meme perfectly captures the chaotic humor of Gen Z and Gen Alpha—something catchy and confusing that leaves adults baffled but teens entertained.
