Seven
R. D. Laing Lyrics


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Mad ethnic right now

Roll around the world like I do with my brethren
All the pretty girls wanna be my heaven
All you pearls and kings and queens (every time I turn around, I'm rollin' them 7's)
You should be considering (every time I turn around, I'm rollin' them 7's)
We can turn you into smithereens (roll around the world like I do with my brethren)
If you can change the way you walk (every time I turn around, I'm rollin' them 7's)
Gotta keep it raw (every time I turn around, I'm rollin' them 7's)
Gotta keep it raw (every time I turn around, I'm rollin' them 7's)
You gotta keep it raw (all the pretty girls wanna be my heaven)
Are they down? (All the pretty girls wanna be my heaven)
Roll around, I roll around, I'm rollin' them 7's
Gotta keep it raw (every time I turn around, I'm rollin' them 7's)
Gotta keep it raw (roll around the world like I do with my brethren)
You gotta keep it raw (all of my girls wanna be my heaven)
You gotta keep it raw (every time I turn around, I'm rollin' them 7's)
Gotta keep it raw (roll around, I roll around, I'm rollin' them 7's)
Gotta keep it raw

They can't ignore us together (tell the truth)
Like Voltron, we come together (tell the truth)
Flyin' through fluorescent weather (tell the truth)
Ready to settle whoever (tell the truth)
Y'all wanna join, we gon' vet you (tell the truth)
If you the same, we can't let you (tell the truth)
If you sick as shit, we gon' catch you (tell the truth)
Welcome home, this is who gets you

No-no-no, no-no, no
No-no-no, no, yeah
Wanna join?
No-no-no, no-no, no
No-no-no, no, yeah

Roll around the world like I do with my brethren
All the pretty girls wanna be my heaven
All you pearls and kings and queens (every time I turn around, I'm rollin' them 7's)
You should be considering (every time I turn around, I'm rollin' them 7's)
We can turn you into smithereens (roll around the world like I do with my brethren)
If you can change the way you walk (every time I turn around, I'm rollin' them 7's)
Gotta keep it raw (every time I turn around, I'm rollin' them 7's)
Gotta keep it raw (every time I turn around, I'm rollin' them 7's)
You gotta keep it raw (all the pretty girls wanna be my heaven)
Are they down? (All the pretty girls wanna be my heaven)
Roll around, I roll around, I'm rollin' them 7's
Gotta keep it raw (every time I turn around, I'm rollin' them 7's)
Gotta keep it raw (roll around the world like I do with my brethren)
You gotta keep it raw (all of my girls wanna be my heaven)
You gotta keep it raw (every time I turn around, I'm rollin' them 7's)
Gotta keep it raw (roll around, I roll around, I'm rollin' them 7's)
Gotta keep it raw

The bird in the mystical thunder (tell the truth)
That big yellow ball that we're under (tell the truth)
Workin' and waitin' on orders (tell the truth)
So we just stay open and porous (tell the truth)
You should hear us as a chorus (tell the truth)
Bitch, we could blow off the doors (tell the truth)
The energy would do it for us (tell the truth)
And get this, we black as the Moors

No-no-no, no-no, no
No-no-no, no, yeah (wanna join?)
No-no-no, no-no, no
No-no-no, no, yeah

Roll around the world like I do with my brethren
All the pretty girls wanna be my heaven
Every time I turn around, I'm rollin' them 7's
Roll, roll, roll, roll, rollin' them 7's

Say somethin', nigga, what? Yeah, say somethin'
Say somethin', nigga, what? Yeah, say somethin'
Say somethin', nigga, what? Yeah, say somethin'
Say somethin', nigga, what? Yeah, say somethin'

Everybody do the weather dance
I never was the only one
Everybody do whatever, man
Everybody do whatever, man
Everybody do the weather dance
I never was the only one
Everybody do whatever, man
Everybody do whatever, man

Say somethin', nigga, what? Yeah, say somethin'
Say somethin', nigga, what? Yeah, say somethin'
Say somethin', nigga, what? Yeah, say somethin'
Say somethin', nigga, what? Yeah, say somethin'

Say somethin', nigga, what? Yeah, say somethin'
Say somethin', nigga, what? Yeah, say somethin'
Say somethin', nigga, what? Yeah, say somethin'
Say somethin', nigga, what? Yeah, say somethin'
Say somethin', nigga, what? Yeah, say somethin'
Say somethin', nigga, what? Yeah, say somethin'
Say somethin', nigga, what? Yeah, say somethin'
Say somethin', nigga, what? Yeah, say somethin'

You gotta keep it raw (roll around the world like I do with my brethren)
You gotta keep it raw (all of my girls wanna be my heaven)
You gotta keep it raw (every time I turn around, I'm rollin' them 7's)
Gotta keep it raw (roll around, I roll around, I'm rollin' them 7's)
Gotta keep it raw

Time, pterodactyls over all the way I see
I notice fractals, clover, honey bee, that's why
I kinda cackle, it be funny, see, haha
I ain't an actor, well sometimes I be, action
I got a gash on both my arms and knees, I be
Blockin' Alaska, they be coldin' me, achoo
I can't imagine the hood in harmony, I mean
How can I bask in a bloody Sun if he don't see
Me as a man? So I'm a hunted beast to him
I panoramic, look around, I be on edge
And eggshells, yeah I'm an omelette, a quiche
I catch hell, they throwin' fireballs to me
My bitch yell, pussy, leave my baby alone
I'm like, look girl, get your ass inside, now gon'
I would miss her if I knocked this piggy off
But I deserve the same as white niggas, I thought

Roll around the world like I do with my brethren
All the pretty girls wanna be my heaven




Every time I turn around, I'm rollin' them 7's
Roll, roll, roll, roll, rollin' them 7's

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Seven" by R. D. Laing focus on the idea of brotherhood and unity, and the power that comes with it. The chorus of the song emphasizes the importance of being true to oneself, emphasizing that "you gotta keep it raw". The lyrics suggest that there is great strength in staying true to oneself and being authentic, and this strength allows the singer to roll around the world with their brethren and attract all the pretty girls who want to be their heaven. The song can be interpreted as a call to arms for those who feel like they don't fit in with society's expectations, urging them to stick together and stay true to themselves in order to find empowerment and happiness.


The verses of the song continue this theme of unity and strength, evoking images of the singer and their brethren coming together like Voltron and flying through fluorescent weather. The lyrics also touch on themes of race and racism, with the singer lamenting that they are not seen as a man by some and feeling like a hunted beast. The use of the word "nigga" throughout the song can also be interpreted in the context of racial identity and the reclaiming of oppressive language.


Overall, "Seven" is a song that celebrates individuality and unity, encouraging listeners to stay true to themselves and come together with like-minded individuals to find strength and happiness.


Line by Line Meaning

Mad ethnic right now
Feeling proud of my ethnic identity in this moment


Roll around the world like I do with my brethren
Travel around the world with my friends and peers


All the pretty girls wanna be my heaven
Attracting many beautiful women


All you pearls and kings and queens (every time I turn around, I'm rollin' them 7's)
Addressing people of high status that I seem to be lucky around


You should be considering (every time I turn around, I'm rollin' them 7's)
Suggesting that people should acknowledge this luck and use it to their advantage


We can turn you into smithereens (roll around the world like I do with my brethren)
Suggesting I have power and ability to ruin people if I wanted to


If you can change the way you walk (every time I turn around, I'm rollin' them 7's)
Implying that if people change their actions, they could reap the same benefits as me


Gotta keep it raw (every time I turn around, I'm rollin' them 7's)
Keep things authentic and unfiltered to maintain luck


Are they down? (All the pretty girls wanna be my heaven)
Wondering if these women are emotionally invested in him


Roll around, I roll around, I'm rollin' them 7's
Continuing to experience good luck and success


They can't ignore us together (tell the truth)
Together we are too strong to be ignored


Like Voltron, we come together (tell the truth)
Our group is united and powerful


Flyin' through fluorescent weather (tell the truth)
Metaphorical reference to our success


Ready to settle whoever (tell the truth)
Prepared to defeat anyone who opposes us


Y'all wanna join, we gon' vet you (tell the truth)
If people want to join our group, we thoroughly screen them


If you the same, we can't let you (tell the truth)
If they are too similar to us, they cannot join


If you sick as shit, we gon' catch you (tell the truth)
If you are unwell mentally, we will help you


Welcome home, this is who gets you
Our group is welcoming and supportive


The bird in the mystical thunder (tell the truth)
Metaphorical reference to something that is powerful and awe-inspiring


That big yellow ball that we're under (tell the truth)
Reference to the sun


Workin' and waitin' on orders (tell the truth)
Waiting for instructions to carry out a mission


So we just stay open and porous (tell the truth)
We remain receptive to new ideas and guidance


You should hear us as a chorus (tell the truth)
We are loud and united when we speak together


Bitch, we could blow off the doors (tell the truth)
We are powerful and can overcome obstacles


The energy would do it for us (tell the truth)
Our collective energy will help us succeed


And get this, we black as the Moors
Highlighting our African heritage


Every time I turn around, I'm rollin' them 7's
Continuing to experience good luck and success


Time, pterodactyls over all the way I see
Metaphorical reference to the way time is perceived


I notice fractals, clover, honey bee, that's why
Observing patterns in nature that inspire him


I kinda cackle, it be funny, see, haha
Laughing at the absurdity of things


I ain't an actor, well sometimes I be, action
Not pretending to be someone he's not, but can play different roles


I got a gash on both my arms and knees, I be
Physical wounds are a part of his existence


Blockin' Alaska, they be coldin' me, achoo
Referring to a challenging obstacle as cold weather


I can't imagine the hood in harmony, I mean
Unable to envision a peaceful environment in his hometown


How can I bask in a bloody Sun if he don't see
Why should he enjoy the fruits of his civilization if he is not valued equally


Me as a man? So I'm a hunted beast to him
Feeling dehumanized and oppressed by the ruling class


I panoramic, look around, I be on edge
Feeling constantly alert and on guard


And eggshells, yeah I'm an omelette, a quiche
Representing vulnerability and fragility in a dangerous situation


I catch hell, they throwin' fireballs to me
Experiencing constant attacks and obstacles


My bitch yell, pussy, leave my baby alone
Female partner expressing concern for his safety


I'm like, look girl, get your ass inside, now gon'
Trying to protect loved ones while navigating dangerous surroundings


I would miss her if I knocked this piggy off
Acknowledging the value of loved ones in his life


But I deserve the same as white niggas, I thought
Recognizing the racial injustice and seeking equal treatment




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ANDRE BENJAMIN, PHARRELL WILLIAMS

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Comments from YouTube:

@RD_Laing

TIME HAS COME TO REVIVE THE ALBUM

@unstoppableachievers

yeh just me in the world listening to this!

@1lightheaded

I used to have this album This is my favorite track

@julesthemadman

Beautiful. The end makes me cry. Laing always comes across as a bit of a tough guy, but he has vulnerability. I dig this poem big time.

@tongsyabass2643

Fkn LEGEND man....X

@SuperInab

This is bonkers. Therefore I love it :-D

@drstevie

Beauty.

@shellydrew100

Beautifully surreal , thank you for sharing :)

@unstoppableachievers

this is astonishingly good!

@julesthemadman

@celestialrailroad I have the same feeling. I play it most days. Sadly I don't have the whole album, and am reliant on these excerpts, but what we have here gives a picture of as man who was complex and just wanted others to be free and honest - the "congruence" of person-centred therapy taken to an extreme in the face of the politics of experience... Good to see more people are watching this... the Laing message is catching on, folks!

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