MJ fact set

Dangerous era: 3 facts

A new sound, a global premiere, and a new charity.

• Dangerous launched new jack swing into the mainstream

  For 1991's 'Dangerous,' Michael replaced Quincy Jones with producer Teddy Riley, the pioneer of new jack swing. The album sold 32+ million copies worldwide.

• Black or White had a record-breaking premiere

  On November 14, 1991, the 11-minute 'Black or White' short film premiered simultaneously in 27 countries to an estimated audience of 500 million people — one of the largest video premieres ever.

• The Dangerous World Tour funded charity

  Michael donated all of his personal profits from the 1992–93 Dangerous World Tour to his newly founded Heal the World Foundation, supporting children's causes worldwide.

Facts compiled from publicly available sources including Billboard, the RIAA, Guinness World Records, the US Patent Office and reputable music publications. This is an independent fan publication and is not affiliated with the Estate of Michael Jackson. All trademarks and song titles belong to their respective owners.