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Two Weeks In: “Type Dangerous” Gains Ground
Two weeks after the release of “Type Dangerous”, Mariah Carey’s new single is officially gaining traction—both with fans and on the charts. The track, which marked a return to disco-glam production paired with Mariah’s unmistakable vocals, now boasts impressive numbers that show a slow but steady climb into the cultural conversation.
A Visual Boost
This past Saturday, the official music video, directed by legendary music video auteur Joseph Kahn, was finally released—featuring an unexpected cameo from Mr. Beast. The video quickly gained momentum, entering YouTube’s Trending chart at #12 and contributing heavily to the song’s streaming surge.
Between the visual and audio versions, the song has now surpassed 3 million YouTube views and over 3 million Spotify streams. Across all platforms, “Type Dangerous” has officially exceeded 8 million total streams.
Digital Success & Chart Impact
The digital side is where Mariah’s fanbase continues to show up. With over 10,000 digital downloads worldwide, including 5,500 from the U.S. alone, the single has crossed a major threshold. These metrics have helped “Type Dangerous” reach approximately 65,000 equivalent units sold globally, of which 5,000 are already certifiable units for the upcoming album.
In the U.S., the track debuted at #95 on the Billboard Hot 100, propelled by its dominance on download charts:
#1 on R&B/Hip-Hop Digital Song Sales
#4 on the overall Digital Song Sales chart
It also hit #1 on iTunes worldwide, peaking in over 12 countries, including the United States.
Radio & Shazam Momentum
On the airwaves, “Type Dangerous” is proving to have legs. With 4,300 radio plays worldwide—3,000 of those from the U.S. alone—radio impressions are growing daily. As of today, the track is sitting at #65 on the Global Radio Chart, up three positions from yesterday’s #68. On U.S. Shazam, it reached #6, reflecting growing curiosity among casual listeners.
Spotlight Moments
Mariah’s recent BET Awards performance added to the buzz, where she performed the single live during the ceremony that crowned her with the Ultimate Icon Award. Days later, she headlined the UK Capital Summertime Ball, closing the festival with a dazzling set that included “Type Dangerous” as a standout moment.
What’s Next?
With strong numbers in place, fan engagement steady, and organic radio momentum building, the question now is: Will “Type Dangerous” continue to grow or plateau? And perhaps more excitingly—will Mariah drop a remix, bundle, or physical edition to push the song further? With over 5,000 album-equivalent units already locked in, the rollout for her 16th studio album might be quietly building behind the scenes.
For now, Type Dangerous is doing exactly what its title suggests—slowly becoming a threat.
