''Dangerman'' is the second Japanese studio album by South Korean recording artist

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. It was released on December 7, 2016, under

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. His first studio album in ten years since ''First Seven'' (2006), the record is meant to showcase a different perspective of the singer. ''Dangerman'' was released in three editions: Regular, Limited, and Premium Editions.

Background

The release of ''Dangerman'' was announced on October 5, 2016, with a release date of December 7. It marks the first time in ten years since the release of his previous Japanese studio album ''First Seven''.

Music structure

A R&B and

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record, Seven also incorporates elements of

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into ''Dangerman''. The opening title track is classified as a dance song "with a distinguished dark atmosphere". It is followed by "Feel the Fire", a fast-paced song. "Eternity Love" accentuates a "sexy feeling". Described as a "retro"

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song coupled with acoustic

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, "Give It to Me" was previously included on the mini-album '' I Am Seven'' (2016). "Dear You" is sung in Seven's "unique sweet voice". "5-6-7" is an R&B track which was also previously included on ''I Am Seven''.

Release and promotion

Seven released "Rainbow" as the first single from the album on July 7, 2016. It debuted at number eight on the weekly

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; the single charted for two weeks and went on to sell over 15,000 copies by the end of its chart run. During the 2016 Seven Fan Meeting 1109 birthday event on November 9, Seven showcased the music video for the title track. ''Dangerman'' was released in three editions: Regular Edition; Limited Edition with bonus DVD content that includes the music video for "Dangerman" and its making; and Premium Edition which includes original goods.

Commercial performance

On the chart dated December 19, 2016, ''Dangerman'' went on to debut at number 24 on the weekly

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, selling 3,732 copies in its first week. It also ranked at number 34 on the ''

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'' Hot Albums chart and number 22 on the Top Album Sales chart.

Track listing

Charts

References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Dangerman (Album) 2016 albums Contemporary R&B albums by South Korean artists Dance music albums by South Korean artists 2010s Japanese-language albums 2010s Korean-language albums Seven (Korean singer) albums Victor Entertainment albums