: Rolling Stone offered a more tempered view, calling the songwriting "basic" and describing Martin's vocals as "blandly belt[ed]," though they admitted the track sounds "consistently great" with "3D spatiality". Community Perspectives

“It's hard not to think that Guetta took a page from Daft Punk's book here — the throwback funk-inspired beat... shares a clear similarity with some tracks off of their successful Random Access Memories — but he's given it a grittier vibe.” The Michigan Daily · 11 years ago Single Review: Guetta releases edgy, 'Dangerous' track

Critics and listeners alike have highlighted how the song deviates from standard dance music of the time.

The critical consensus for "Dangerous" by David Guetta featuring Sam Martin highlights it as a creative pivot for the French DJ, moving away from typical EDM formula toward a more organic and mature sound. Critical Reviews and Analysis

: Sam Martin’s performance is widely cited as the "heart and soul" of the song, providing emotional depth and acting as the "glue" for Guetta’s electronic dexterity.

“'Dangerous' sees Guetta switch from the well oiled, digital production style to a more mature, organic, live analog style.” DMC World Magazine · 11 years ago

: USA Today noted the song's "ominous ostinato piano pattern," likening it to a classically styled horror-movie theme before it transforms into a disco-fied house groove.