In our high school day to day, social media slang and references are not just prevalent – they are a part of students’ daily dialogue. Recently one quote has risen to the top of the ranks “SIX SEVEN” is dominating the classroom conversation. If you have not heard someone, say Six Seven, where have you been!? However, if you are simply confused about what it is, or what it means, a lot of people are with you on that.
Popularized by TikTok, the origins of Six Seven seem to be a mystery to most people. The phrase is associated with the basketball player LaMelo ball. A clip of LaMelo went Viral when a sports commentator mentioned his height and the song “Doot Doot” by Skrill was edited over the part where LaMelo said, “Six Seven.” In this clip, he gestured an up and down motion with his hands. Quickly as this clip was spread, so did the meme. What did Skrilla mean when he put “Six Seven” in his song? Sources indicate he is referring to 67th Street in Chicago. While we do know this about “Six Seven” like most memes, the origins are not totally set in stone.
Students seem to cling to these random two numbers and take every opportunity to bring them up. Imagine you are in-math class and the answer 67.84 I have no doubt that at least one student would yell out “six seven” and the entire classroom would burst out in laughter. I have never realized how many times the number 6 or 7 is said in our daily conversation until this viral phenomenon.
How do the teachers feel about 67?
“I Hate Six seven” Mr. Godfrey exclaims, “For a couple reasons. Number one, I do not understand it. I had someone try to explain it to me about it being something that was said in a Song or something, and it made no sense to me. I do not know if that is true or if it is just some meme. I do not get it. I do not get it! Secondly, every time I accidentally use the word 6 or 7, everyone in my class erupts hilariously. When I said the alchemist, please turn to page 67. It was like I lost the classroom for 15 minutes. Or at least that is what it felt like. So, I do not get it!”
Mr. Godfreys’ strong opinion about Six Seven seems to be the consensus among the faculty. With teachers like Sully saying, “it’s the dumbest thing I’ve ever heard in my life, and I don’t even know what it is!”
Steven rex Jorgenson or “Mr. J” has a long and now Ironic past with 67 he says “It used to be one of my favorite numbers. It was my first jersey number, the first year I played a Little League football.” he says it was one of his favorite, but when asked how he feels about it now he says “it’s gotten a little annoying, definitely over used, And I let it get to more than I should.” although he does state that he tries to embrace it and in moderation is a little funny.
“Six seven’ is a word that does not seem to die out. The last comment I received was from a TikTok influencer by the name @Kota_Bota or “Dakota Brown.” Known for her trendy style and funny demeanor. She says “6-7 used to be really funny, but it’s starting to get overrated and a cringe act.” “You used to be able to say it, and it was funny, but now whenever anybody says it, it’s usually cringe.” When asked what percentage, 67 is usually funny. Dakota says “15-10 percent”
As we go further into the era of digital communication, the ‘Six Seven’ phenomenon serves as a reminder of social media power. It has not just infiltrated Davis High, but it has become a daily staple, a source of laughter, and some, a clear annoyance. This trend is a fitting example of the divide between students and teachers, highlighting the change in what was funny when they were in high school and what makes things Funny now. While its comedic value seems to be running out, ‘Six Seven’ will undoubtedly be remembered as a defining phrase for this school year. As we move on, one can only anticipate the next viral phrase that will echo through the hallways of Davis High.
