What makes Dangerous by Within Temptation notable?

The track 'Dangerous' received significant airplay across European radio stations, helping it to chart within the top 50 in several countries. Its commercial success highlighted Within Temptation's ability to reach broader audiences while contributing to the resurgence of symphonic metal in the early 2010s. Released on December 20, 2013, 'Dangerous' marked a notable evolution for Within Temptation as their first single after the successful album 'The Unforgiving'. This period saw the band experimenting with a more mainstream sound while maintaining their gothic roots, showcasing a maturation in both musical style and lyrical content.

How many songs are on Dangerous?

Dangerous has 1 track, running approximately 4 minutes.

Dangerous

Within Temptation · 2013

4 min · 1 track · alternative metal

A powerful blend of symphonic metal and dark pop, driven by soaring vocals and dramatic instrumentation.

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Dangerous — As the title track, 'Dangerous' encapsulates the album's thematic exploration of temptation and allure, featuring dynamic contrasts between heavy instrumentals and ethereal vocals that define Within Temptation's signature sound.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The single blends symphonic elements with metal effectively, showcasing strong vocals and instrumentation.

What we noticed

The track features a prominent orchestral arrangement that complements the heavy guitar riffs, creating a dramatic soundscape.
The song's structure includes a build-up to a powerful chorus, followed by a bridge that introduces a softer instrumental break before returning to the intensity.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Experimental — Represents a notable evolution in sound for the band, blending genres.
Themes: orchestral darkness· vulnerability in strength· mainstream metal evolution
Career context: Released on December 20, 2013, 'Dangerous' marked a notable evolution for Within Temptation as their first single after the successful album 'The Unforgiving'. This period saw the band experimenting with a more mainstream sound while maintaining their gothic roots, showcasing a maturation in both musical style and lyrical content.
Stylistic neighbors: Nightwish· Epica· Lacuna Coil