”7 Seconds” is a song sung by Youssou N’Dour, a Senegalese singer, and Neneh Cherry, a Swedish singer. The song was released in 1994 and became a big international hit.

The title refers to the first moments of a child’s life and suggests that it only takes seven seconds to make a judgment about someone based on their race or appearance. “7 Seconds” topped the charts in several countries and won several awards.

The song’s success is often attributed to the combination of N’Dour’s distinctive voice and Cherry’s soulful delivery and meaningful lyrics.