Seven

Album

Single

Label

Big Hit Music

Genre

UK Garage

Duration

4:00

Composer(s)

Andrew Watt;CirkutJon Bellion;Latto;Theron Makiel Thomas

Entered Chart

Jul 29, 2023

Peak Date

Jul 29, 2023

Released

July 14, 2023

"Seven" is a lively and heartfelt love song where Jungkook sings about providing unwavering love and support to his sweetheart throughout the week. Each day becomes a perfect moment when shared with his beloved. He delivers the entire song in English. Jungkook wrote the song with Andrew Watt and Cirkut. American songwriter and producer Andrew Watt has worked with some of the biggest names in music, including Justin Bieber, Ozzy Osbourne, and Post Malone. Canadian producer and songwriter Cirkut's other credits include Katy Perry's "Roar," Miley Cyrus' "Wrecking Ball," and Ava Max's "Sweet But Psycho." The track features a guest verse from American rapper Latto, who adds her unique flavor. She talks of fulfilling her partner's desires and becoming the embodiment of his fantasies, ensuring he never needs to stray. "We thought about who would be the best rapper for this summer song, and one of the producers recommended Latto," Jungkook told Variety. "So, we reached out to her, and she gladly agreed to work together for 'Seven.'" Asked if he was happy for Latto to dial up the sex talk in such a direct way, Jungkook told Variety: "I personally like her rapping voice, and I thought her voice adds another layer of liveliness. I thought it's important that it suits the overall mood of the song, and Latto's unique charm came through very well." The lyrics allude to the hot action that goes on between Jungkook and Latto, but Andrew Watt and Cirkut's production creates a paradoxical vibe. Despite its high-energy nature, the overall sound has a laid-back, summery feel. There are two versions of this breezy pop tune: clean and explicit. In the clean version, Jungkook emphasizes his commitment to showering his girl with love throughout the entire week. In the explicit version, Jungkook substitutes the F-word for "loving." "Seven" is the official global solo debut of Jungkook, but the BTS member had previously released solo songs over the years, including "Still With You" in 2020 as part of BTS' annual debut anniversary celebrations, and "Dreamers" for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. "Upon hearing 'Seven,' I thought, 'This is it,'" said Jungkook. "After that, I focused on practicing and recording the track multiple times to perfect it. I hope that many people can feel as I felt when I first heard the song." Jungkook added that he wants fans to see his more adult side. "It's my official solo debut, so everything is a challenge and feels new and fresh. Of course, I think a lot about delivering good music and performance while working on my music. But above all, as this is my first step forward in the spotlight as a solo artist, I want to show a more mature and grown version of myself." The BTS Army were caught off guard at Jungkook's cussing in the explicit version. K-pop lyrics generally maintain a more sanitized tone compared to their American counterparts, so to hear him say the F-word shocked many. "There must be [two] Jungkook's in this world, right? no way... NO WAY THIS JUNGKOOK SANG SEVEN EXPLICIT VERSION," one fan tweeted. Jungkook is well-acquainted with singing in English, having previously delivered English lines on notable BTS songs such as "Dynamite," "Butter," and " Permission To Dance," plus his 2022 collaboration with Charlie Puth, "Left And Right." Bradley & Pablo (Charli XCX, Harry Styles) directed the music video for "Seven." It co-stars South Korean actress Han So-hee, known for K-dramas like My Name and Nevertheless. The visual begins with Jungkook and Han So-hee in a heated lovers' quarrel at a high-end restaurant. As their argument escalates, the surroundings start to crumble and disintegrate, reflecting the intensifying emotions. The video then depicts the duo's tempestuous relationship unfolding across the entire span of a week. Latto makes an appearance, delivering a speech during what appears to be Jungkook's "funeral." Jungkook gave "Seven" its debut live performance on July 14, 2023 as part of Good Morning America's Summer Concert Series from Central Park.

[Verse 1: Jung Kook]
Weight of the world on your shoulders
I kiss your waist and ease your mind
I must be favored to know ya
I take my hands and trace your lines

[Pre-Chorus: Jung Kook]
It's the way that you can ride
It's the way that you can ride (Oh-oh-oh-oh)
Think I met you in another life
So break me off another time (Oh-oh-oh-oh)
You wrap around me and you give me life
And that's why night after night
I'll be fuckin' you right

[Chorus: Jung Kook]
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday (A week)
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Seven days a week
Every hour, every minute, every second
You know night aftеr night
I'll be fuckin' you right
Seven days a week

[Verse 2: Jung Kook]
You lovе when I jump right in
All of me I'm offering
Show you what devotion is
Deeper than the ocean is
Wind it back I'll take it slow
Leave you with that afterglow
Show you what devotion is
Deeper than the ocean is
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[Pre-Chorus: Jung Kook]
It's the way that you can ride
It's the way that you can ride (Oh-oh-oh-oh)
Think I met you in another life
So break me off another time (Oh-oh-oh-oh)
You wrap around me and you give me life
And that's why night after night
I'll be fuckin' you right

[Chorus: Jung Kook & Latto]
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday (A week)
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Seven days a week
Every hour, every minute, every second
You know night after night
I'll be fuckin' you right, seven days a week
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday (A week)
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Seven days a week
Every hour every minute every second
You know night after night
I'll be fuckin' you right
Seven days a week
(Big Latto)

[Verse 3: Latto & Jung Kook]
Tightly take control, tightly take his soul
Take your phone and put it in the camera roll (Uh)
Leave them clothes at the door
What you waitin' for? Better come and hit ya goals
Uh, he jump in it both feet
Goin' to the sun-up, we ain't gettin' no sleep
Seven days a week, seven different sheets
Seven different angles, I can be your fantasy
Open up, say, "Ah"
Come here, baby, let me swallow your pride
What you on? I can match your vibe (Vibe)
Hit me up and I'ma Cha-cha Slide (Skrt)
You make Mondays feel like weekends
I make him never think about cheatin'
Got you skippin' work and meetings
Fuck it, let's sleep in, yes
(Seven days a week, ooh)
[Chorus: Jung Kook]
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday (A week)
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Seven days a week
Every hour, every minute, every second (Oh-oh-oh)
You know night after night
I'll be fuckin' you right
Seven days a week (Oh)
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday (A week)
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday (Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh)
Seven days a week
Every hour, every minute, every second (Hour, minute, second)
You know night after night
I'll be fuckin' you right
Seven days a week